Become a wildlife hero today!
Your membership is vital to saving wildlife for future generations and helping to protect threatened species across the world.
Already a member? Book your next visit.
Membership benefits
Unlimited entry to Bristol Zoo Project for a year
Free entry to other UK zoos*
Including Africa Alive Reserve, Banham Zoo, Chester Zoo, Colchester Zoo, Dudley Zoo & Castle (NEW!), Edinburgh Zoo (RZSS) & Highland Wildlife Park, Hertfordshire Zoo, Marwell Zoo and Woburn Safari Park
10% off Animal Experiences and Animal Adoptions
10% discount on purchases in the Bristol Zoo Project shop
Monthly member newsletter by email, keeping you fully updated with exclusive animal news, offers and events
Invitations to members-only events, such as Member Early Opening Days, and Member Bring A Friend Afternoons
Discounts on ticketed events, such as Summer Lates and Wild Lights
*Restrictions apply; one visit per reciprocal zoo, per membership year.
Membership matters
Our members directly help support wildlife by enabling us to carry out conservation work at Bristol Zoo Project, in the UK and around the world.
Lifetime membership
By becoming a lifetime member, you’ll help save wildlife today and for years to come. You’ll also be signing up for a lifelong adventure with nature, and enjoy a lifetime of membership benefits.
Ready to join?
Your membership pays for itself in just three visits.
Adult (15+) - Annual £72
Child (2-14 inclusive) - Annual £57
Lifetime (15+) - £1,000
Not quite ready to commit?
Join before you leave on the day of your visit, and we’ll take the cost of your ticket off your membership.
Terms and conditions apply.
Frequently asked questions
Where does my membership money go?
Members get much more than great experiences. Your support helps us achieve our mission of Saving Wildlife Together. You’ll be making a valuable contribution to the important work we do here at Bristol Zoo Project and across the globe. We are only able to continue this work through the generosity of members and donors.
What do I need to do to visit other zoos for free?
Digital card holders: show your digital card along with a form of photo ID to gain free entry to our partner zoos.
Physical card holders: You will need your welcome letter from Bristol Zoological Society which contains the expiry date of your membership, alongside your membership card to gain free entry to our partner zoos. Please email the Visitor Experience team a few days before your visit at info@bzsociety.org.uk if you require a copy of your welcome letter.
The visitation requirements for each zoo are as follows:
Africa Alive Reserve, Banham Zoo, Dudley Zoo & Castle, Edinburgh Zoo (RZSS) & Highland Wildlife Park and Hertfordshire Zoo do not require members to prebook. Please present your membership card and letter for evidence of expiry date, or your digital card and photo ID.
Chester Zoo: Do not require members to prebook. Please present your membership card and letter on arrival for evidence of expiry date, or your digital card and photo ID.
Colchester Zoo: Do not require members to prebook. Please present your membership card and letter for evidence of expiry date, or your digital card and photo ID. Please visit the Ticket Office on arrival. Members can visit Colchester Zoo on any date during normal zoo opening hours, however are not able to attend selected special events, including but not limited to, Trail of Terror, The Santa Experience and Enchanted Trail of Light.
Woburn Safari Park: Call 01525 290407 or email info@woburnsafari.co.uk at least 24 hours prior to your visit to arrange your booking. Please present your membership card and letter for evidence of expiry date, or your digital card and photo ID.
Marwell Zoo: Email marwell@marwell.org.uk to ensure that they have availability on your chosen date. Please present your membership card and letter for evidence of expiry date, or your digital card and photo ID.
Do I still have to book in advance to visit Bristol Zoo Project when I’m a member?
We recommend you pre-book your visit online to guarantee entry on your preferred date and time, especially during the school holidays, weekends and bank holidays.
What do I do if I have lost my membership card?
Don’t worry, just head to Visitor Information on your next visit to get a new card printed. You will need to give your membership number at Admissions to gain entry to the site.
A replacement card will cost £5.
I can’t continue my membership, how can I continue to support Bristol Zoological Society?
Your support means so much to us and it is vital to our continued mission of Saving Wildlife Together. However, we appreciate that the cost of a membership may no longer be viable.
There are other ways you can support Bristol Zoological Society, such as making a one-off donation, or adopting one of our animals.
For our long-standing members who feel unable to retain their membership, we would be delighted to discuss alternative means of support, such as switching to an annual or monthly donation. Please contact supporters@bzsociety.org.uk to discuss further.
Why do you need to take my photo?
Each member has their own individual membership card with photo identification to ensure your card can’t be used by another. The photo needs to be taken at Visitor Information, and the card retained upon renewal. If you lose your card there will be a £5 replacement fee to cover printing and postage.
How do I cancel my membership renewal?
You can cancel a membership renewal by emailing info@bzsociety.org.uk. Please include your membership number as well as any additional member details.
Do you do community membership?
Community Membership can be purchased by community organisations and charities that meet our criteria.
Each member is able to utilise unnamed cards that can be distributed among their beneficiaries and members, enabling unlimited access to the zoo.
Community membership also includes 10% discount available for use in our shop, regular newsletter updates and invites to other Access to Nature events.
Do you do company membership?
Yes we do! To find out about Company Membership and all the benefits you can offer to your employees, click here.
Why don’t you do family or senior memberships?
No two families are the same, which is why we do not offer a standardised family membership, or a senior membership option. Our adult and child memberships continue to be fantastic value, paying for themselves in just three visits.
I have a further query, how do I get in contact?
Please email the team on info@bzsociety.org.uk with your query and contact details and we will come back to you as soon as we can.