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The Animal Attractions of Cumbria, the Lake District

There is a good variety of places to cater for lovers of animals in Cumbria, from the specialist centres for birds of prey and fishes, to Lakeland's only Zoo at Dalton-in-Furness where tigers and other rare animals can be seen. Several Open Farms now specialise in rare breeds of cows, sheep and pigs.

The Alpaca CentreStainton, Penrith
Aquarium of the LakesNewby Bridge
Eden Ostrich WorldLangwathby, Penrith
Holme Farm Open FarmSedbergh
Lakeland Bird of Prey CentreLowther, Penrith
Lakeland Sheep & Wool CentreCockermouth
Lakeland Wildlife OasisMilnthorpe
Maryport AquariaMaryport
Osprey WatchBassenthwaite, Keswick
South Lakes Wild Animal ParkDalton-in-Furness
Trotters and FriendsBassenthwaite, Keswick
World Owl TrustMuncaster Castle