London Zoo

17/10/2026

14/10/2026

Happy 100th birthday Winnie the Pooh!

Did you know that the name of this iconic children’s character was based on a real bear who lived right here at London Zoo?

In 1914 Harry Colebourn, a vet on his way to tend horses in the first world war, rescued a baby bear in Canada and named her Winnie. After leaving her in the care of London Zoo, she quickly became a star resident, loved by children and Zookeepers alike.

Among her many admirers was a young Christopher Robin Milne, who was so enchanted by her that he renamed his teddy bear ‘Winnie’. Inspired by his son’s fascination with Winnie, A.A. Milne created Winnie-the-Pooh. First published in 1926, his stories went on to be loved by people all around the world.

As we celebrate our own special history with Winnie, ZSL – the international conservation charity behind London Zoo – is also marking its own 200th anniversary.

Families are invited to join in the celebrations by following in the pawprints of the world’s most beloved bear this October and autumn half term at London Zoo for ‘A Little Boy and his Bear: A Storybook Adventure Trail’, based on a magical tale in the new book published by Harper Collins, ‘Winnie-the-Pooh: A Little Boy and His Bear’.

14/10/2026

Tiny frogs, huge hope - a world first for a frog facing extinction.

15 Critically Endangered Afia Birago’s puddle froglets have been born at our Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians exhibit – the first time this species has ever been bred under human care.

It’s a huge step forward in our efforts with Ghanaian partners to save a species found nowhere else on Earth.

Just 5mm long, these tiny frogs survive in the wild in just two perennial pools in Ghana’s Atewa Hills Forest Reserve, where its habitat is threatened by mining.

The milestone births follow the arrival of 20 adult frogs from Ghana last year, as part of an emergency conservation programme with H**p Conservation Ghana and CSIR-Forestry Research Institute of Ghana.

The births are cause for celebration, but our work to save Afia Birago’s puddle frog has only just begun: using breeding techniques developed by our expert zookeepers, the wider goal now is for our partners to establish sustainable conservation populations in Ghana that can support their recovery in the wild.

These births make that a real possibility and show what can be achieved when conservationists across countries and organisations work together to give threatened wildlife a fighting chance.

13/10/2026

It may be a drizzly day, but there’s still plenty to do at the Zoo

Take a look at our top indoor activities for while it’s raining 🌧️ https://www.londonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/more-info/london-zoos-wet-weather-guide

08/10/2026

Meet Santa is now available to book 🎄 🙌

Join us this November and December, as Father Christmas returns to the Zoo. Little ones can take part in Christmas crafts before they meet Santa in his magical grotto and receive a very special early Christmas gift to take home.

Book now 👉 https://www.londonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events/meet-santa-london-zoo

07/10/2026

Winnie-the-Pooh is on a brand-new adventure at London Zoo 🍯

Celebrating 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh alongside the 200th anniversary of ZSL, our special storybook trail brings to life a new story inspired by A.A. Milne and E.H. Shepard.

This tale found within ‘A Little Boy and His Bear’ follows Pooh and Eeyore on an unforgettable night-time adventure through London Zoo after the pair are accidentally left behind by Christopher Robin.

Find out more about the trail running this October 👉https://www.londonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events/winnie-the-pooh-london-zoo

02/10/2026

Meet the newest monkey at the Zoo 🐵

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29/09/2026

🌍 Young people, it’s your turn to shape the next chapter for nature.

The Nature Assembly is a one‑day, youth‑led event for 16–25 year olds who want to build a future where nature is accessible to everyone.

Expect connection, creativity and real influence through hands‑on workshops, guided zoo tours and a Youth Citizens’ Assembly where senior leaders sit at your table and listen.

Tickets from £5, supporter and free tiers available. Travel bursaries offered.

Plus, every attendee gets a free return ticket to London Zoo https://www.zsl.org/news-and-events/events/nature-assembly-young-voices-real-change