Dalton in Furness6 days agoZoo's land owners pledge 'urgent' improvementsSouth Lakes Safari Zoo, which has been at the centre of welfare concerns, will close on 31 December.6 days agoCumbria16 Dec 2024Zoo at centre of welfare concerns to closeBosses at the attraction say they are working to find long-term homes for the animals.16 Dec 2024Cumbria6 Nov 2024Council urged to take action over troubled zoo Vets, campaigners and actors ask a council to permanently revoke South Lakes Safari Zoo's licence. 6 Nov 202416 Oct 2024Zoo faces animal welfare and bullying allegationsManagers deny "each and every allegation" by former staff, who hand the BBC images of injured animals.16 Oct 2024Cumbria24 Jul 2024Conditions added to zoo licence after inspectionWestmorland and Furness Council says it is aware of concerns raised about South Lakes Safari Zoo. 24 Jul 2024Cumbria17 Jul 2024Zoo inspection finds 'major causes for concern'Inspectors say a work experience student was alone with dangerous animals at South Lakes Safari Zoo.17 Jul 2024Cumbria26 Sep 2023Zoo 'appears well' but vet records questionedAll animals at South Lakes Safari Zoo "appear healthy", an informal visit by inspectors finds.26 Sep 2023Cumbria17 Feb 2023Zoo told to improve rhino outdoor exercise accessIt follows an inspection by Barrow Borough Council in November, which also commended the zoo.17 Feb 2023Cumbria11 Feb 2023Zoo inspectors find some improvementsAn animal rights group raised concerns about the welfare of animals at Safari Zoo Cumbria in 2022.11 Feb 2023Cumbria