Wedding ceremonies are held throughout the year in our 17th century manor house with views across rolling hills of the Devonshire countryside. In the summer season, our receptions are held in a marquee on our grass lawns at the heart of the Zoo surrounded by a variety of our animals including, Cheetahs, Lions and Tigers as well as beautiful local flora and fauna. In the winter season, our receptions are held in our restaurant, cleared and decorated to your wishes, overlooking our characterful Meerkats, Zebras and Ostriches. We work with you every step of the way, it is our pleasure to create a special day that you will remember for the rest of your life. The cherry on the cake? What makes our venue truly special, is that all of the money raised from our weddings goes straight into funding the running of our park, the care of our animals and supports conservation, education and wildlife. We look forward to hearing from you!

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Jade

Hello prospective Bride/Groom, Congratulations on your engagement! No doubt you are now undergoing the sometimes gruelling task of wedding venue planning, but fear not, Dartmoor Zoo is a truly special Venue that can tick all of your dream boxes. Booking your Ceremony in our 17th Century Manor House or a our Summer Marquee, both with a joyful reception.. we tailor your wedding to make it unique, unforgettable and wonderfully wild. Contact us today and we will help you every step of the way.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2012

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Dartmoor Zoo

Venue Type

Garden

Outdoor

Dining Capacity

120

Reception Capacity

150

Usual Access Time

09:00 AM

Usual Finish Time

12:00 AM

Late Night Extension

Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance

Sound System Available

Dancefloor Available

Confetti Permitted

Wedding Licence

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Venue

Exclusive Use

Marquee Permitted

Disabled Access

On-Site Parking

Outdoor Reception Space

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Open Flame Permitted

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Asian Catering

In-House Wine List

In-house Catering

Halal Catering

Alcohol Licence

Pricing for Dartmoor Zoo

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£1,755

Maximum Price

£4,320

What is included in this pricing:

Furniture included

Day before set up available

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Choice of preferred caterers

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

External caterers not permitted

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£8

Maximum Price

£35

What is included in this pricing:

Table linen included

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Cutlery included

Corkage charge applicable

Bespoke menu available

Reviews for Dartmoor Zoo
(1)

Courtney and Jordan

Happy couple married in November

November 2018

The day couldn't of been more perfect!

I was helped the whole way through the wedding coordinators Alyn and Abi we amazing, I am still being told how amazing the food was and how it was the bet wedding my guests have attended. Would 100% recommend

Location & Contact Details for Dartmoor Zoo

Wedding Venue Address

Dartmoor Zoological Park, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 5DG, England, United Kingdom

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Dartmoor Zoo?

One of our very first Wedding hosted here was a 3 day Wedding weekend, inclusive of an animal themed party on the first day for 150 people followed by their ceremony and reception on day two and finished with a free room zoo day on the final day. Although very tiring, it was truly the most spectacular Wedding I have ever been involved in...in which they managed to turn a day of celebrations into a 3 day festival of love & admiration!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

The key to a successful Wedding day is our old friend 'Organisation'. Being organised from the very start willl make the journey much smoother! Secondly, work out a budget that you can afford for your ideal Wedding and tailor your inclusions to meet this budget, things like making your own decorations to match your theme will save you a lot of money and is a rather fun hen get together activity!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Due to the rising costs of Venues and services, we have seen a lot of brides and grooms unleashing their inner creative selves by making their own table decorations. We've seen brides browse the local charity shops for old hardback books and pocket watches to match their Alice in Wonderland theme but we've also seen innovative yet vintage Wedding favours such as homemade jam's instead of the classic name place cards.

Describe Dartmoor Zoo in 5 adjectives

Unique, Accomodating, Personal, Scenic, Natural Beauty

Where’s the best photo spot at Dartmoor Zoo?

Goodamoor Lawns with views beyond

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Dartmoor Zoo?

Celebrity Guests include; -Benjamin Mee -Ross Noble -Anna Richardson -Sue Perkins -Tonia Couch -Martin Johnson -Helen Skelton -Kate Bliss

What’s your favourite canapé?

Parma Ham, Watermelon & Smoked Cheese skewers

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

The echoing howls of the Iberian Wolves.

What is Dartmoor Zoo most unique feature?

The tremondous roar of Jasiri our male lion.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Benjamin Mee's international bestselling book 'We Bought A Zoo' which is based on Dartmoor Zoo has been reproduced by Hollywood studios into the family film starring Matt Damon & Scarlett Johanson.

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