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Peak Wildlife Park
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Date opened 1991 (as Blackbrook Zoological Park), 2015 (as Peak Wildlife Park)
Location Winkhill, Staffordshire, England
Land area 75 acres (30 ha)
Coordinates 53°03′40″N 1°55′25″W / 53.06111°N 1.92361°W / 53.06111; -1.92361
No. of species 17

Peak Wildlife Park is a fun zoo located in the middle of England. It's close to towns like Leek, Ashbourne, and Stoke-on-Trent. This park is a great place to see amazing animals from all over the world.

The zoo was first known as Blackbrook Zoological Park. In 2014, it faced some difficulties and had to close. But don't worry! It was bought by Jake Veasey and Colin MacDougall. They reopened it in 2015 with its new name, Peak Wildlife Park.

A Look Back: The Park's Story

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The logo when it was Blackbrook Zoological Park

Blackbrook Zoological Park first opened its doors in 1991. It was started by Diana Holloway and her son, Mark Rubery. Diana already knew a lot about running animal attractions. She had owned Hillside Bird Oasis in Mobberley, Cheshire, since 1974. Blackbrook quickly became known for its large collection of birds.

After Diana Holloway passed away in 2006, her son Mark took over running the zoo. The park kept growing and adding new things. In 2006, they built a new entrance, a gift shop, and a café. Then, in 2008, they added a big new home for penguins.

In 2008, the zoo became a charity. This meant they focused more on protecting animals and teaching people about them. They didn't get money from the government, so they relied on visitors and donations to keep going.

Meet the Animals

Blackbrook Zoological Park used to have over 200 types of birds and about 40 different mammals and reptiles. They had many kinds of cranes, pelicans, and other water birds. Today, Peak Wildlife Park continues to be home to many wonderful creatures.

Birds You Might See

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Pelicans enjoying the zoo in winter

Mammals Living at the Park

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Lemurs playing happily in the park
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