Is anyone thinking of proposing on St Valentine’s Day? Or, ladies, on Leap Year Day, 29th February? If you are and you really want to do something different, we’re offering just 5 chances on each day to do just that!

You can go down on bended knee in the Active Oceans Arena with just the sealions (and about 300 visitors!) looking on, or, if you’re a bit shy, in Lemur Wood where it’s a bit more secluded.

Just email Jude at judith.rothwell@blackpoolzoo.org.uk with your reasons for proposing here at the Zoo, along with your contact details and we’ll try to make your dreams come true!

“The Perils of the Wildlife Trade” -  a fascinating talk on this very emotive subject will be held for all Zoo members at 1pm in the Lecture Theatre on Sunday, 15th January.  Refreshments will be available.

A family Enrichment Workshop for aardvarks will also commence at 11 am in the Education Centre.  However, as places for this are limited, please telephone Natalie on 01253 830818 to book in advance.

Aardvarks love to dig!