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Port Lympne and Howletts

At Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve and Howletts Wild Animal Park our aim is to deliver an inclusive environment so that the experience can be used by everyone, regardless of age, gender or disability.

Throughout the development of our parks, we have sought ways to break down any unnecessary physical barriers and continue to listen to the needs of our customers. An integral part of the development process of Port Lympne and Howletts addresses the need to cater for people with access requirements.

To ensure that you enjoy your visit at one of our parks, please read the information on the pages below and bear in mind the points regarding accessibility.

Accessibility at Howletts    Accessibility at Port Lympne

Which park is right for me?

Accessibility Howletts Port Lympne
Size of park 90 acres 600 acres
Terrain

Mostly flat (one medium gradient)

Hilly (some steep gradients)
Wheelchair/buggy routes ✓ ✓
Accessible toilets ✓ ✓
Accessible restaurant ✓ ✓
Accessible gift shop ✓ ✓
First aiders ✓ ✓
Accessible safari truck n/a ✓
Wheelchair available to hire ✓ ✓
Mobility scooters permitted ✓ ✓
Minibus assistance available X ✓
Concession tickets available ✓ ✓
Assistance dogs permitted ✓ ✓
Disabled parking ✓ ✓

If you require advice or assistance on your visit please call us on 01303264647 or email info@aspinallfoundation.org and we'd be delighted to help.

Buy Howletts Tickets    Buy Port Lympne Tickets

Safari Truck at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve in Spring;
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The Lime Walk in the Port Lympne Hotel Gardens in Kent;
Spotting wildlife at Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent;
Choosing souvenirs at the gift shop at Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent;
Walking With Lemurs at Howletts Wild Animal Park;
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