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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Tuesday 5 May

Please note that Lotherton Hall will be open downstairs only today. Last admission 3.15pm, Hall closes at 4pm. With apologies for any inconvenience.

Outdoor play area

We’re delighted to be starting work on a brand‑new outdoor adventure playground, designed to offer more space for exploration, greater challenge and plenty of opportunities for children of all ages, interests and abilities to play.

To make sure construction can take place safely, a large section of our existing outdoor play is currently closed. While work is underway, the timber play area will not be available for use, but the fenced play area for younger children remains open.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Lotherton Membership

Buy a membership for Lotherton! Becoming a Lotherton member includes admission to the estate, Wildlife World AND house entry. Visit as many times are you like!

Wildlife World Zoo

Natural heritage, tales from travels Lotherton Wildlife World tells the story of our natural heritage. Separated into zones, visitors can learn about pollution, climate change and more in the Coastal …

Lotherton House & Chapel

Lotherton Hall is a grand but comfortable house which is made up of late Victorian and Edwardian extensions made by Colonel Gascoigne, based around a Regency-period core.

Adopt an Animal at Wildlife World

Support Wildlife World by adopting a Humboldt Penguin or Red-necked Wallaby for a whole year, making a great gift for a loved one or a special gift for yourself.

Children's Parties at Lotherton

Make your child's birthday extra special with a party at Lotherton!

Animal Experiences at Wildlife World

Meet our Wildlife World residents in our new Animal Experience, meet the penguins or Capybara's during your visit to Lotherton.

Grounds and Gardens at Lotherton

Explore the grounds and gardens of Lotherton which include formal Edwardian gardens, meadows and grassy fields.

Café and Shop at Lotherton

Take some time out in the café at Lotherton and enjoy a homemade, local treat. Nip to the shop to browse our varied selection of souvenirs.

Lotherton dog guidance

Dogs are a big part of our history at Lotherton and we love seeing our visitors enjoying a walk around the estate with their four-legged friends.
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Enjoy Lotherton all year round, including Wildlife World, the historic hall and museum, and the beautiful grounds including our traditional gardens.

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News | Restoring walled garden’s legacy is coming up roses

Those with a passion for flowers are being asked to support a rose and become part of the legacy of a famous Edwardian garden as its revival is taking root.

News | Blooming marvellous exhibition explores the beauty of flower power

Botanically Beautiful: Art and Design Inspired by Nature at Lotherton explores how colourful depictions of flowers, fruits, leaves and trees have taken root in the worlds of art, design and fashion, inspiring a vast array of eye-catching works across history.

News | City’s museums receive essential funding boost

Museums in Leeds have secured almost a million pounds in funding to help safeguard their future and support a series of transformational projects at historic sites across the city.

News | Spectacular family attraction’s return is good for your elf

Families in Leeds will have a chance to meet the festive season’s favourite couple as Lotherton’s spectacular Christmas Experience returns.

News | Get beach ready as the seaside comes to Leeds for summer holidays

Lotherton’s grounds have been transformed for the summer holidays with their new installation which will run from 19 July until 31 August.
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