ZSL Whipsnade Zoo carer tickets and visitor rules
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo gives a free ticket to an essential carer or companion.
Carer ticketFree
- Carers allowed
- 1 essential carer free per disabled visitor ticket
- Proof
- DLA, PIP, Freedom Pass, National Disability Card, National Carers Card
- How to book
- Buy the disabled visitor's ticket in advance; collect the carer ticket at admissions with proof
- Bag size
- Not stated
- Re-entry
- Not stated
Carer and companion tickets
- Carers allowed
- 1 essential carer free per disabled visitor ticket
- Proof accepted
- Document showing you need a carer, e.g. DLA or PIP letter, Freedom Pass, National Disability Card, National Carers Card or local authority document
- Access schemes recognised
- DLA, PIP, Freedom Pass, National Disability Card, National Carers Card
- How to book
- Buy the disabled visitor's ticket in advance; collect the carer ticket at admissions with proof
Accessible seating, viewing and queues
- What is available
- Penguin Pass queue system; wheelchair and scooter hire; relaxed opening first Sunday monthly 9 to 10am; free car entry for Blue Badge holders
Bag policy
- Maximum bag size
- Not published by the venue
- Bag rules
- Not published by the venue
- Bag storage
- None; no luggage storage on site
Visitor rules
- Re-entry
- Not published by the venue
- Age rules
- Under 3s free (booking required); under 16s must be with an adult
- Payment
- Not published by the venue
Good to know
Book the disabled visitor's ticket in advance, then pick up the free carer ticket at the gate with your supporting letter or card. Blue Badge holders can bring their car in free.
Sources and last check
Checked against the official pages on 3 October 2026. Awaiting confirmation from the venue.
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