Penguin colony stand on rocky ledge of pool Penguin colony at Woburn Safari Park

Penguin Charity Weekend

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Penguin Charity Weekend: 2nd and 3rd May

Help protect Humboldt penguins and enjoy a WILD day out! Join keepers for a fun-filled weekend as our keeper team raises money for Sphenisco, a charity dedicated to protecting endangered Humboldt penguins in the wild.

Penguin duo looking up with beaks open


What’s On?

Head over to the Safari Lodge (No.29 on your Foot Safari Map) to join in the fun:

🎟️ Raffle
🎁 Lucky Dip
🎨 Face Painting
✨ Glitter Tattoos
🎫 Tombola
🎡 Spin the Wheel
🎨 Pebble Painting

Plus, chat with the friendly keeper team and learn all about the Humboldt penguins here at the Park 🐧


Mini Charity VIP Experiences

Make your day even more memorable with a special charity experience!

Meet some of the amazing residents:
🐢 Giant Aldabra tortoises
🐾 Meerkats

Experience details:
👉 £15 per person
👉 Max. 6 people per session
👉 15 minutes
👉 Meet at the charity stall 10 minutes before your session

There is limited availablity so don't miss out

Meerkats on a guests lap during VIP experience

Meet the Meerkats                      Meet the Aldabra Giant Tortoise


Who is Sphenisco?

Sphenisco is a conservation organisation dedicated to protecting endangered Humboldt penguins. Working alongside scientists, local communities, and environmental groups to safeguard penguin breeding colonies and the surrounding marine ecosystems. Sphenisco plays a key role in uniting regional and international partners to prevent the species’ extinction.