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21/12/2017

Enjoy A Stress-Free Family Day Out

The British weather - sometimes the sun shines and it’s cold, sometimes it’s just wet - whatever the day brings though, if you’re a parent you still need to keep the kids busy!

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20/12/2017

Researching Hepatitis B in Javan Gibbons

  • For many years Howletts and Port Lympne have been lucky enough to house many Javan gibbons. In the vet department we have known for years that nearly all the Javan gibbons in our collections were positive for Hepatitis B. Hepatitis B is a very...

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20/12/2017

Get your loved ones a really wild gift this Christmas

Noticed everything is suddenly covered in glitter? TV ads have turned into mini-fairytales? It can only mean one thing, Christmas is coming!

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22/06/2017

Introducing Mbwambe's new family in Gabon

As we prepare for the release of Mbwambe’s group to the freedom of the island, I take a look back at these young gorillas journeys.

Mbwambe at Port Lympne Reserve, Kent 

Four years ago, Mbwambe travelled with her father Djala and her other family...

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21/06/2017

First Steps To Freedom For Three Young Gorillas In Gabon

On Friday 23rd June, Victoria and I will be travelling to our flagship project in Africa, to oversee the eventual release of three young gorillas, including Djala’s daughter Mbwambe, to our habitation island in the Batéké Plateau national park.

The...

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24/05/2017

How to make a memory box

No matter how digital our lives become, there’ll always be physical reminders to treasure, reminding us of special moments.

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17/05/2017

Picking the Right Short Break Getaway for your Family

Getting away from it all for some quality family time is great, but how do you choose somewhere that makes everyone happy?

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12/05/2017

6 Fun Games | Port Lympne

Everyone loves a day out – but the journey there isn’t always so popular!

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09/05/2017

Kent’s Best Nature Walks for Families

Kent, the Garden of England, famous for its gorgeous countryside and coastal paths.

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04/05/2017

Why Does Nature Make Us Happy?

Being out and about in nature is beneficial to our physical and mental health. A growing number of studies have shown that a connection with nature makes us healthier and happier people.

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