10/07/2026
The Ultimate Guide to Howletts' Big Cats
Meet the Big Cats of Howletts: A Wild Family Adventure This Summer From playful Sumatran tiger cubs to majestic African lions and elusive leopards, discover some of the world's most incredible predators during Big Cat Week at Howletts Wild Animal Park. There's something truly magical about coming face-to-face with a big cat. Whether it's the piercing stare of a tiger, the powerful roar of a lion…
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10/07/2026
The Ultimate Guide to Howletts' Monkeys
A Wild Family Adventure This Summer Meet the Amazing Monkeys at Howletts: From acrobatic leaps and playful chases to fascinating family life, monkeys never fail to make visitors smile. Whether they're swinging through the trees, grooming one another or showing off their impressive climbing skills, every visit offers something different. Home to an incredible collection of rare and endangered…
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09/07/2026
Why Everyone Loves Capybaras – And Where to See Them in Kent
Meet the World's Largest Rodents at Howletts Capybaras: If you've spent any time online recently, chances are you've come across a capybara. Whether they're relaxing in a hot spring, making friends with unlikely animals or simply looking wonderfully unbothered by the world around them, capybaras have become one of the internet's favourite animals. But did you know you can meet these gentle giants…
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09/07/2026
Discover the Incredible Elephant Herd at Howletts
Kent's Biggest Family Meet the Elephants of Howletts: There's something truly unforgettable about seeing an African elephant up close. From their enormous ears and powerful trunks to their gentle nature and remarkable family bonds, elephants have fascinated people of all ages for centuries. As the world's largest land animals, they're among the stars of every visit to Howletts Wild Animal Park.…
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08/07/2026
Creepy Cave Guide
Meet the Amazing Residents of the Creepy Cave This Summer Summer Roar at Howletts: Looking for unforgettable summer things to do in Kent? This summer, Howletts Wild Animal Park is inviting families to discover a whole new side of the animal kingdom as the Creepy Cave opens its doors for Summer Roar. Enter the Creepy Cave... While Howletts is famous for its incredible gorillas, elephants and big…
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08/07/2026
Your Guide to Summer Roar
Your Ultimate Family Guide to the Wildest Summer Day Out in Kent Summer Roar 2026 at Howletts: If you're searching for the best family days out in Kent, things to do in Kent this summer, or unforgettable summer holiday activities for kids, look no further than Summer Roar 2026 at Howletts Wild Animal Park. From 20th July to 31st August, Howletts transforms into the ultimate destination for…
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25/05/2026
Capybara Chaos!
Meet the everyone’s Favourite Animal at Howletts Wild Animal Park This Half Term! Our fan-favourites at Howletts Wild Animal Park are taking relaxation to a whole new level. Say hello to our adorable capybaras, the world’s largest rodents and officially some of the chillest animals you’ll ever meet. Whether they’re sunbathing in the grass, splashing in their pool or sneaking into the anteater…
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18/05/2026
Critically Endangered Sumatran Tiger Cubs Born at Howletts Wild Animal Park
An exciting new chapter There’s a very exciting new chapter unfolding at Howletts Wild Animal Park this spring, and it comes with tiny paws, stripy coats and a whole lot of fluff! Howletts is celebrating a major conservation milestone with the birth of four critically endangered Sumatran tiger cubs, the first Sumatran tigers ever to be born at the park. Born on 9th April 2026 to first-time mum…
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13/05/2026
A BIG New Arrival for Half Term!
The GIANT New Arrival Joining Kent’s Only Elephant Herd This May Half Term Meet Shaka! There’s a big new arrival stomping into Kent this May half term… and we really do mean big! Howletts Wild Animal Park has officially welcomed Shaka, an impressive adult bull elephant, to the park’s famous herd just in time for Springfest 2026. Towering, confident and already making his presence known, Shaka has…
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29/04/2026
Meet Lekedi This May Half Term at Howletts Wild Animal Park
Introducing Lekedi Springfest 2026 There’s a very special little face waiting to meet you this May half term at Springfest 2026. Born on 19th December 2025, baby western lowland gorilla Lekedi has quickly become one of the most talked-about residents at Howletts Wild Animal Park, and guests visiting this spring can now see his incredible progress firsthand. If you’re looking for family days out in…
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