The Visitor. Covering Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire
The Visitor. Magazine covering Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. Since 1983.
A rescued ring tailed lemur has given birth to twins at Longleat Safari & Adventure Park. The twins, who were born last week, are making the most of the mild spring weather as they enjoy a spot of sunbathing with mum Hasina. Hasina and dad Julien are part of a troop of the playful Madagascan primates which live in a walkthrough enclosure at the Wiltshire safari park. Full story: Read More
Longleat House in Wiltshire has been transformed into a festive wonderland to celebrate Christmas (Friday 13th Dec – Saturday 4th Jan excl. Christmas Day). The elegant rooms of the Elizabethan stately home have become home to a host of familiar pantomime and fairy-tale characters, all eager to welcome visitors in to their magical realms. Aladdin, complete with palm trees, lamp and flying carpet, is encamped in the Ante Library, while the Evil Queen from Snow White has taken up temporary residence in the Red Library. Full Story: Read More
Featuring more than a dozen mature trees in an extensive outdoor grassed area, the spacious gorilla enclosure overlooks Longleat’s Half Mile Lake and utilises natural boundaries wherever possible without the barriers of bars or glass. In addition to the existing trees, keepers have installed a selection of outdoor climbing logs and frames. The gorillas also share a large indoor shelter with a communal area featuring ropes, swings and climbing apparatus. Full Story: Read More