Dartmoor Zoological Park (originally Dartmoor Wildlife Park) is a 30-acre (12ha)zoological garden located near the village of Sparkwell, on the south-west edge of Dartmoor, in the county of Devon in the South West of England.
A zoo (short for zoological park, zoological garden, or animal park, and also called a menagerie) is a facility in which animals are confined within enclosures, displayed to the public, and in which they may also be bred.
The term zoological garden refers to zoology, the study of animals, a term deriving from the Greekzōon (ζῷον, "animal") and lógos (λóγος, "study"). The abbreviation "zoo" was first used of the London Zoological Gardens, which opened for scientific study in 1828 and to the public in 1857. The number of major animal collections open to the public around the world now exceeds 1,000, around 80 percent of them in cities.
Etymology
London Zoo, which opened in 1826, first called itself a menagerie or "zoological forest," which is short for "Gardens and Menagerie of the Zoological Society of London." The abbreviation "zoo" first appeared in print in the UK around 1847, when it was used for the Clifton Zoo, but it was not until some 20 years later that the shortened form became popular in the song "Walking in the Zoo on Sunday" by music-hall artist Alfred Vance. The term "zoological park" was used for more expansive facilities in Washington, D.C., and the Bronx in New York, which opened in 1891 and 1899 respectively.
Dartmoor is an area of moorland in southern Devon, England. Protected by National Park status as Dartmoor National Park, it covers 954 square kilometres (368sqmi).
The granite which forms the uplands dates from the Carboniferous Period of geological history. The moorland is capped with many exposed granite hilltops known as tors, providing habitats for Dartmoor wildlife. The highest point is High Willhays, 621m (2,037ft) above sea level. The entire area is rich in antiquities and archaeology.
Parts of Dartmoor have been used as military firing ranges for over 200 years. The public are granted extensive land access rights on Dartmoor (including restricted access to the firing ranges) and it is a popular tourist destination.
Physical geography
Geology
Dartmoor includes the largest area of granite in Britain, with about 625 square kilometres (241sqmi) at the surface, though most of it is under superficial peat deposits. The granite (or more specifically adamellite) was intruded at depth as a pluton into the surrounding sedimentary rocks during the Carboniferous period, probably about 309 million years ago. It is generally accepted that the present surface is not far below the original top of the pluton; evidence for this includes partly digested shalexenoliths, contamination of the granite and the existence of two patches of altered sedimentary rock on top of the granite.
A considerable gravity anomaly is associated with the Dartmoor pluton as with other such plutons. Measurement of the anomaly has helped to determine the likely shape and extent of the rock mass at depth.
In 1805, Great Britain was at war with Napoleonic France; a conflict during which thousands of prisoners were taken and confined in prison "hulks" or derelict ships. This was considered unsafe, partially due to the proximity of the Royal Naval dockyard at Devonport (then called Plymouth Dock), and as living conditions were appalling in the extreme, a prisoner of war depot was planned in the remote isolation of Dartmoor. Construction started in 1806, taking three years to complete. In 1809 the first French prisoners arrived, and were joined by American POWs taken in the War of 1812. At one time the prison population numbered almost 6,000. Many prisoners died and were buried on the moor. Both French and American wars were concluded in 1815, and repatriations began. The prison then lay empty until 1850, when it was largely rebuilt and commissioned as a convict gaol. With the establishment of the prison farm in about 1852, all the prisoners' remains were exhumed and re-interred in two cemeteries behind the prison.
The Dartmoor pony is a horse breed that has lived in south western England for centuries and is used for a variety of disciplines. Because of the extreme weather conditions experienced on the moors, the Dartmoor is a particularly hardy breed with excellent stamina. Over the centuries it has been used as a working animal by local tin miners and quarry workers. It is kept in a semi-feral state on Dartmoor.
Despite this, numbers have declined from an estimated 25,800 in the 1930s to about 5,000 today. Only around 800 ponies were known to be grazing the moor in the spring of 2004.
Breed characteristics
The small head has large, wide-set eyes and alert ears. The body is strong, with a broad, deep rib cage, and of medium length. The legs are strong, long from body to knee and hock, but with short cannons with strong, dense bone, and a flat-fronted knee; the foreleg rises to a shoulder that is well-angled and with good freedom of movement, and the hindleg rises to a quarter that is well-muscled and rounded in appearance, rather than flat or sloping. The mane and tail should be full and flowing, and the pony's movement free and smooth. The Dartmoor pony has a kind temperament, the ponies being reliable, gentle and calm. Most Dartmoor ponies stand between 11.1 to 12.2hands (45 to 50inches, 114 to 127cm); a pony should stand at no more than 12.2hands under the breed standard, introduced in 1924. Recognised colours include bay, brown, black, grey, chestnut or roan.
Dartmoor Zoological Park feat Milo Mee by Tasha Searles
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Tug-of-war with a lion? Dartmoor zoo offers 'cruel' challenge
Visitors to Dartmoor zoo are being offered the opportunity to take part in its 'human v beast' challenge, with groups of people playing tug-of-war against a lion as it tries to wrestle meat attached to a rope. The controversial attraction, which costs £15 per person, has sparked a backlash with more than 2,000 people signing a petition to stop the practice. The petition's author, Sue Dally, described it as, 'cruel and shows a total lack of respect for these beautiful majestic wild animals'
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We Bought A Zoo - Maggie's Tour Featurette
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Dartmoor Zoo - Green Tourism Award - Green Week 2023!
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Dartmoor Zoo Promotional Video
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Dartmoor Zoo Review | Devon Tourist Attractions
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Welcome to Dartmoor Zoo
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Dartmoor Zoo set to reopen
We’re so excited to welcome you back to Dartmoor Zoo after three months of closure!
Our amazing team have been working extra hard to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable day out.
Check out this video before you visit to learn about the new safety measures we have put in place.
🎟️ Tickets must be purchased online prior to visiting. You can get yours here 👉 https://bit.ly/DZSTickets
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40 Frames, part of the HOT'16 Degree Show, gives viewers a unique opportunity to see a diverse range of student work from BA(Hons) Media Arts. The work on displ...
40 Frames, part of the HOT'16 Degree Show, gives viewers a unique opportunity to see a diverse range of student work from BA(Hons) Media Arts. The work on display reveals a breath-taking mix of innovation and imagination. These students are the media and arts stars of the future!
40 Frames, part of the HOT'16 Degree Show, gives viewers a unique opportunity to see a diverse range of student work from BA(Hons) Media Arts. The work on display reveals a breath-taking mix of innovation and imagination. These students are the media and arts stars of the future!
Visitors to Dartmoor zoo are being offered the opportunity to take part in its 'human v beast' challenge, with groups of people playing tug-of-war against a lio...
Visitors to Dartmoor zoo are being offered the opportunity to take part in its 'human v beast' challenge, with groups of people playing tug-of-war against a lion as it tries to wrestle meat attached to a rope. The controversial attraction, which costs £15 per person, has sparked a backlash with more than 2,000 people signing a petition to stop the practice. The petition's author, Sue Dally, described it as, 'cruel and shows a total lack of respect for these beautiful majestic wild animals'
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Visitors to Dartmoor zoo are being offered the opportunity to take part in its 'human v beast' challenge, with groups of people playing tug-of-war against a lion as it tries to wrestle meat attached to a rope. The controversial attraction, which costs £15 per person, has sparked a backlash with more than 2,000 people signing a petition to stop the practice. The petition's author, Sue Dally, described it as, 'cruel and shows a total lack of respect for these beautiful majestic wild animals'
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A zoo has been condemned by animal rights campaigners after it launched an event charging visitors £15 to play tug of war with lions and tigers. Whilst the zoo argues that the activity is to keep the animals fit and healthy, others claim that it shows a total lack of respect for them. We’re joined live from Dartmoor Zoo by its boss Benjamin Mee who defends what they’re doing and in the studio by the CEO of Lion Aid, Christine Macsween, who thinks the zoo’s actions are abhorrent.
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It's Green Week and we're celebrating by sharing this video created by Jonny Bishop at pbmedia, showcasing all of our sustainable efforts that keep Dartmoor Zoo...
It's Green Week and we're celebrating by sharing this video created by Jonny Bishop at pbmedia, showcasing all of our sustainable efforts that keep Dartmoor Zoo's site GREEN!
We do not own the rights to the music in this video.
It's Green Week and we're celebrating by sharing this video created by Jonny Bishop at pbmedia, showcasing all of our sustainable efforts that keep Dartmoor Zoo's site GREEN!
We do not own the rights to the music in this video.
We would like to say the biggest thank you to Shield Media Services for kindly donating their time and producing this amazing promotional video for us.
We would like to say the biggest thank you to Shield Media Services for kindly donating their time and producing this amazing promotional video for us.
We would like to say the biggest thank you to Shield Media Services for kindly donating their time and producing this amazing promotional video for us.
Get top tips and a review from a family just like you in this short video review of Dartmoor Zoo. The review covers facilities, animals and location to help cr...
Get top tips and a review from a family just like you in this short video review of Dartmoor Zoo. The review covers facilities, animals and location to help create your perfect family day out.
For more information visit www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk
This family holiday review video was created by the team at https://www.bestdevonholidays.co.uk
Get top tips and a review from a family just like you in this short video review of Dartmoor Zoo. The review covers facilities, animals and location to help create your perfect family day out.
For more information visit www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk
This family holiday review video was created by the team at https://www.bestdevonholidays.co.uk
We’re so excited to welcome you back to Dartmoor Zoo after three months of closure!
Our amazing team have been working extra hard to ensure you have a safe and...
We’re so excited to welcome you back to Dartmoor Zoo after three months of closure!
Our amazing team have been working extra hard to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable day out.
Check out this video before you visit to learn about the new safety measures we have put in place.
🎟️ Tickets must be purchased online prior to visiting. You can get yours here 👉 https://bit.ly/DZSTickets
We can't wait to see you! 🧡
Music: www.bensound.com
We’re so excited to welcome you back to Dartmoor Zoo after three months of closure!
Our amazing team have been working extra hard to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable day out.
Check out this video before you visit to learn about the new safety measures we have put in place.
🎟️ Tickets must be purchased online prior to visiting. You can get yours here 👉 https://bit.ly/DZSTickets
We can't wait to see you! 🧡
Music: www.bensound.com
40 Frames, part of the HOT'16 Degree Show, gives viewers a unique opportunity to see a diverse range of student work from BA(Hons) Media Arts. The work on display reveals a breath-taking mix of innovation and imagination. These students are the media and arts stars of the future!
Visitors to Dartmoor zoo are being offered the opportunity to take part in its 'human v beast' challenge, with groups of people playing tug-of-war against a lion as it tries to wrestle meat attached to a rope. The controversial attraction, which costs £15 per person, has sparked a backlash with more than 2,000 people signing a petition to stop the practice. The petition's author, Sue Dally, described it as, 'cruel and shows a total lack of respect for these beautiful majestic wild animals'
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A zoo has been condemned by animal rights campaigners after it launched an event charging visitors £15 to play tug of war with lions and tigers. Whilst the zoo argues that the activity is to keep the animals fit and healthy, others claim that it shows a total lack of respect for them. We’re joined live from Dartmoor Zoo by its boss Benjamin Mee who defends what they’re doing and in the studio by the CEO of Lion Aid, Christine Macsween, who thinks the zoo’s actions are abhorrent.
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Dr Zoe and Dr Ranj answer all your health questions, stay stylish with Gok Wan's fabulous fashion, be beautiful with Bryony Blake's top make-up tips, and save money with Martin Lewis.
http://www.itv.com
http://www.stv.tv
It's Green Week and we're celebrating by sharing this video created by Jonny Bishop at pbmedia, showcasing all of our sustainable efforts that keep Dartmoor Zoo's site GREEN!
We do not own the rights to the music in this video.
We would like to say the biggest thank you to Shield Media Services for kindly donating their time and producing this amazing promotional video for us.
Get top tips and a review from a family just like you in this short video review of Dartmoor Zoo. The review covers facilities, animals and location to help create your perfect family day out.
For more information visit www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk
This family holiday review video was created by the team at https://www.bestdevonholidays.co.uk
We’re so excited to welcome you back to Dartmoor Zoo after three months of closure!
Our amazing team have been working extra hard to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable day out.
Check out this video before you visit to learn about the new safety measures we have put in place.
🎟️ Tickets must be purchased online prior to visiting. You can get yours here 👉 https://bit.ly/DZSTickets
We can't wait to see you! 🧡
Music: www.bensound.com
Dartmoor Zoological Park (originally Dartmoor Wildlife Park) is a 30-acre (12ha)zoological garden located near the village of Sparkwell, on the south-west edge of Dartmoor, in the county of Devon in the South West of England.
The movie accurately depicts how Benjamin Mee purchased an actual zoo, i.e., the Dartmoor Zoological Park in Devon, England, in 2006... at the Dartmoor Zoological Park after Mee’s acquisition.
Dartmoor Zoo has claimed its annual electricity bill could go up by �130,000 later this year ...CoralJonas, Dartmoor Zoo's ... Dartmoor Zoological Park is located in Sparkwell, on the edge of Dartmoor.