Summer Fun at Monkey World

Dorset’s Egg-stravaganza of Easter Activities! The Easter holidays are upon us! Whether you’re visiting Dorset for a holiday or live here and want to explore more of your county, there’s never a shortage of places to go and activities for the kids – and big kids! – to get involved in. But what’s on? Dorset is chock full of family-friendly attractions, and many will be hosting Easter Egg Hunts or other fun activities for kids to enjoy over ... Read more...

Dorset is blessed with countless scenic locations to explore in the summer months, from Durdle Door to Portland Bill there are plenty of beauty spots and outdoor activities to enjoy. But what about those rainy days in Dorset when the number one priority is keeping dry? We’ve compiled a list of fantastic Dorset attractions and activities to keep you and your family entertained when the rain takes hold. Rainy Day Attractions & Activities in Dorset What else ... Read more...

Monkey World and the UK Primate Pet Trade For more than 30 years, Monkey World has been battling the legal UK primate pet trade! Since the park opened, as well as dealing with the worldwide illegal wildlife trade, Monkey World needed the UK government to address the home-grown issue of legal pet primates. From Monkey World’s first rescue of a female capuchin from a pet home in Leicestershire in 1989, to the 123rd pet trade rescue of a marmoset from Halifax in 2022, ... Read more...