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Shaun the Sheep Wildlife Mission at Bristol Zoo Project

Join Shaun the Sheep to save wildlife at Bristol Zoo Project!

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Trail now on!

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Calling all curious conservationists!

Shaun has a special mission for you to complete!

As part of Aardman’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, join Shaun on a NEW trail to play, explore and discover!

Find REAL wildlife conservation challenges with Wallace & Gromit, Feathers McGraw, Timmy and friends.

Solve the challenges, collect your Conservation Kit, complete the mission.

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Have you got what it takes to save wildlife?

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A woman and child explore outside; the child looks through a green magnifying glass while the woman leans in to watch.
Two children and an adult interact with an educational touchscreen display outdoors, smiling and pointing at the screen.
Children play with a water table in a park, interacting with a Shaun the Sheep figure, surrounded by lush greenery.
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A child plays at "Timmy's Crayfish Rescue," a nature-inspired interactive exhibit with rocks and a flowing water course, surrounded by greenery.
A child interacts with a Shaun the Sheep Wildlife Mission display, listening through headphones and following a wildlife challenge on a sign.
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Completing your Mission...

Save wildlife and protect our natural world while you play, explore and discover!

Get curious about conservation on the trail across the zoo, inspired by real conservation work; from listening for hidden wildlife to spotting animals from the sky.

  • Solve the challenges

  • Collect your stamps

  • Scan your Conservation Kit

  • Complete the Mission

Once your Conservation Kit is full, head to Wallace & Gromit’s latest contraption, the Wildlife-3000!

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Become a cracking conservationist!

Discover wildlife and meet incredible animals from our conservation projects around the world, from cheetahs and giraffes to lemurs and addaxes.

Which conservationist are you?

  • A Species Superhero!

  • A Case-Cracking Captain!

  • A Wildlife Mission Whiz!

  • A Challenge Mega-Champ!

Become part of a brilliant family adventure!

More to do at the zoo...

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Meet amazing animals

Watch bears and wolves interact in Bear Wood, marvel at the gorilla troop climbing trees and fall in love with our adorable red panda cub.

Play all day

Experience our new multi-level adventure play for all ages, needs, and abilities. Explorers Basecamp is a three-storey play tower with slides, rope jungles, climbing walls, and more. Let the kids discover and play all day. No time limits!

Drop into daily talks

Learn fascinating facts about the species at Bristol Zoo Project. Can you guess how long a giraffe's tongue is? Do you know what a gorilla has for breakfast?

Enjoy tasty treats

Feeling hungry after exploring? Tuck into a freshly stone-baked pizza at Base Camp Pizzeria, or head to Courtyard Cafe for a range of freshly made sandwiches, soup, pastries, cakes and snacks. Gluten-free and vegan options are available.

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What people like you say about Bristol Zoo Project

"Absolutely brilliant. I am so happy that we are members. It's worth every penny and more."

— Emma, Google review Jan 2026

"Fabulous day out for all the family. Good value. Really enjoyed our lunchtime pizza."

— Naomi, Google review Jan 2026

"Brilliant day out. Volunteers are so friendly and happy to answer any questions. Great location and the animals are clearly well looked after."

— Helen, Google review Jan 2026

"There were wide open spaces, animals that actually look relaxed, and habitats that feel thoughtfully done. It was more like watching wildlife properly, than peering through bars."

— A Corradi, Google review Jan 2026

Play, explore and protect wildlife

Collect your trail map on entry so you can get cracking!

Free with admission and can be completed in a time that suits you.

Suitable for all ages of curious conversationists.

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AARDMAN ANIMATIONS LTD 2026

All-year-round fun

If you enjoy your visit then why not consider a membership? Memberships start from just £57.

Plus, if you decide to become a member on the day you visit, we will refund the cost of your day ticket.

Find us

Find us at Junction 17 of the M5, next to Cribbs Causeway. Under 2s and carers go free!

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