SPRING 2019

LINTON ZOO
Now is the perfect time for a visit! The zoo is
buzzing with activity and there is so much to see
and do with some fantastic new exhibits and the
Spring time babies just around the corner!!
Our zoo is in a beautiful woodland setting, it is the
perfect place to get the family, especially children,
connected to nature! As an outdoor attraction
remember to check the weather forecast and come
prepared – wrap up warm and bring boots and
waterproof gear.
Primarily a breeding centre for endangered species
and a place to learn, Linton Zoo is home to some
very exciting animals which include magnificent
tigers, lions, snow leopard, tapirs, kangaroo,
Eastern quoll, mountain zebra, lemurs, giant
tortoises, lots of birds and some unusual reptiles.
Our exciting schedule of events can guide you
round nearly the whole zoo meeting lots of our
lesser known exotic species here at the zoo. Our
team have developed a range of new talks and
activities to get you much closer to some of our
animals, whilst giving you more information about
our conservation projects. Meet our Brazilian tapir
family, when they are given their lunch at 12
o’clock. And there is an opportunity to get very
close to the red kangaroo and wallaby mob when
the keepers give them their afternoon snack. Don’t
miss the animal encounters where you will have a
chance to touch some of our smaller zoo animals,
every day there will be something different and may
include snakes, lizards,
owls, baby giant tortoises,
guinea pigs, giant stick
insects and other creepy
crawlies!
To get the best from your
visit make sure you allow
time to go around a
couple of times and so
that you don’t miss
anything plan your outing
before you come by
checking our website for
all the scheduled talks
and activities.
If you want a little more
than just a zoo visit why
not book one of our VIP
lemur tours for ages 2
and above, a great idea
for Birthday parties! You can get up close and
personal with a lemur and help the keepers feed
them for just an extra £10 per person (best to book
in advance to guarantee your place, children must
be participated by an accompanying adult). Or as
an extra treat and if you want a little more than just
a zoo visit then our VIP Behind the Scenes Tortoise
Tours are a must! Get up close and
personal with our awesome giants and then
go behind the scenes, learn how we care
for our tortoise groups, including how we
incubate the eggs, then meet some of the
latest hatchlings!
The Zoo is open daily from 1st April
(weekends only until then), with an
admission fee of £10.00 for an adult and
£7.50 for children 2 to 13 years, we’re sure
you will find your family outing fantastic
value for money. There is also a basic
children’s play area, free parking within the
zoo grounds, coffee shop and all other
usual facilities. For more information, visit
our website www.lintonzoo.com , call us on
01223 891308, email
lintonzoo@hotmail.co.uk or follow us on
Facebook or Twitter for all the latest news,
stories and cute pictures, just click on the
link from our website.
CAMBRIDGESHIRE SCHOOL CHILDREN
GET MESSY
Hundreds of primary school children across Cambridgeshire were given the
opportunity to get ‘hands-on’ during interactive scientific workshops carried
out by Public Health England (PHE) scientists as part of British Science Week.
Five Cambridgeshire primary schools, including Fulbourn Primary, took part
in the informative, fun and messy sessions designed to engage and inspire
the scientists of tomorrow. Pupils had the chance to discover what life is like
for a PHE microbiologist. They donned lab coats and googles to investigate
‘What Makes Your Tummy Ache’ and why infection control is paramount in
a laboratory.
The eager students examined pretend ‘poo pots’, used petri dishes to
separate ‘tummy’ germs represented by beads and had a go at dispensing
pretend ‘blood’ samples into trays ready to be tested. Chocolate sauce,
chocolate covered raisins and berry juice was used as a substitute for the
real thing.
Laura Ryall, National Infection Service, PHE East said:
“Inspiring young people to consider a career in science is really important to
us at Public Health England. We had a brilliant time with the children who
embraced the activities with enthusiasm and curiosity – as expected the
pretend poo pots were the most popular part of the day! At this age, the
children may not be thinking too seriously about their careers but we hope
our visit will have made an impression on them to get involved in science at
school as a first step.”
Peter Edwards, Science Lead at Fulbourn Primary School, Cambridge said:
"In schools, we believe passionately in building all children's knowledge and
understanding of the natural world, as well as their scientific skills, so that
they can ask and answer their own scientific questions. Providing the children
with a high-quality science education is always greatly enhanced when we
benefit from additional visits from local scientists - our fantastic visitors from
PHE gave the children an enjoyable, memorable and fascinating afternoon
of rich experiences.
“Contact with STEM employers is proven to be of great value to young
people, even from an early age, and we are hugely grateful to the team at
PHE who gave up their time to prepare and run these activities with our
classes."
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Easter Family Fun
at Gulliver’s Theme Parks!
This year Gulliver’s are hosting their Easter Eggstravaganza complete with
super springtime activities and entertainment. Once again children and
adults can enjoy a huge selection of rides and attractions. Don’t forget to
use the special offer voucher in this edition (terms and conditions are on the
voucher). Gulliver’s will be celebrating Easter on selected dates throughout
April. Short breaks are also available across their three resorts - you can
choose from Warrington, Matlock Bath and Milton Keynes. Give your family
the ultimate Easter adventure this holiday! W: www.gulliversfun.co.uk
Duncan Selbie, Chief Executive of PHE said:
“In order to tackle the big questions in public health we need passionate
scientists from a diverse range of backgrounds. It’s hugely important that as
well as investing in our current generation of scientists, that we spark
curiosity in the next generation and showcase the range of routes and
opportunities they can pursue within world-leading UK science. We are
thankful for the scientists taking part in British Science Week workshops
across the country, and hope that their efforts encourage the pupils to
consider a career in science as a viable and exciting option.”
22 Primary Times Cambridgeshire . Spring 2019