Yorkshire Wildlife Park will be closing its doors for the next two days as a result of the heat wave hitting the UK.
With temperatures set to reach record levels in the UK, the wildlife park is excluding visitors to allow staff to fully focus on the animals.
Located in South Yorkshire the attraction draws visitors from across the country. Some of the animals the public can see include lions, tigers and polar bears.
A spokesman said:
“Yorkshire Wildlife Park will be closed on Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th July to allow our Animal Rangers to concentrate fully on caring for our animals.”
“In the Yorkshire Hive, the Hex Hotel, Wilds Cafe Bistro, Uproar Play Barn and the shops will all remain open as they are air-conditioned.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused but believe in these extraordinary conditions closing is in the best interests of our animals as well as team and visitor safety.”
“We will be in touch with ticket holders to rebook them and will re-open on Wednesday 20 July.”
To find out more about the park and for more visitor information please visit https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com
