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Chronicles of Marwell: Ice Breakfast Experience

Marwell Zoo, Colden Common · 28 December to 29 December 2026

Zebras in their paddock at Marwell ZooPhoto: Gareth James, CC BY-SA 2.0
28 Dec to 29 Dec

Photo: Gareth James, CC BY-SA 2.0

Marwell Zoo in Colden Common runs an Ice Breakfast Experience on Monday 28 and Tuesday 29 December 2026, as part of its Fire and Ice event. Visitors meet the Ice Enchantress and her friends in a winter woodland over a post-Christmas breakfast. Booking is required, and the event suits families and groups.

Highlights

  • Meet the Ice Enchantress and friends in a winter woodland setting
  • Post-Christmas breakfast held on 28 and 29 December 2026
  • Part of the Marwell Fire and Ice event, booking required

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Marwell Zoo, SO21 1JH

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