Tropical Butterfly House and Wildlife Centre
| Tropical Butterfly House and Wildlife Centre | |
|---|---|
Interactive map of Tropical Butterfly House and Wildlife Centre | |
| Date opened | 23 March 1994 |
| Location | Woodsetts Road, Anston, South Yorkshire, England |
| Website | Official website |
The Tropical Butterfly House and Wildlife Centre is a Butterfly house and wildlife park in North Anston, South Yorkshire, England.[1]
History
The centre was opened on a 4.5 acre site 23 March, 1994.[2] The site has since grown and has become one of the biggest tourist attractions in the area,[3]
In 2024, the centre won gold at the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums' horticulture awards.[4]
In 2023 a wallaby at the centre named Wally was injured in a fall, after rehabilitation by the park keepers, he was saved from needing a tail amputation.[5] Also in 2023, a Common raven named Odin became a viral phenomenon when the centre posted videos of him painting.[6]
References
- ^ Guides, Rough (1 December 2024). The Rough Guide to Yorkshire: Travel Guide eBook. Apa Publications (UK) Limited. ISBN 978-1-83529-137-5.
- ^ "25th anniversary celebrations!". Tropical Butterfly House. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ "The Yorkshire attraction renowned for its collection of animals from around the world". Yorkshire Post. 31 March 2024. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ "South Yorkshire butterfly house wins industry award". BBC News. 16 July 2024. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ "Where's Wally the Wallaby now? A tail of triumph". Rotherham Advertiser. 16 January 2025. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ "Crowds flock to see Odin the painting raven at South Yorkshire's Tropical Butterfly House". ITV. 28 April 2023.