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All zoos in Great Britain must be inspected and must have a licence. This is to make sure that all animals in zoos are kept somewhere suitable that allows them to behave in the most natural way possible.
Anyone keeping wild animals for the public to see, with or without charge, on more than seven days in any consecutive twelve months, will need a licence. There are exceptions for circuses, pet shops or registered establishments for carrying out animal experiments.
You must let us know that you plan to apply at least two months before making application. There is a form that can be filled in for this. A notice of that intention must be published in a local and national newspaper and displayed at the premises.
Appeals
Please contact us if you would like to make an appeal.
Fill in an application online using the links below. The links take you to another government website.
You can also get an application form from us using the contact details on this page. Please complete the form and return it with the fee to the area licensing office.
You can also get an application form from us using the contact details on this page. Please complete the form and return it with the fee to the area licensing office.
