1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedDudley Zoological Gardens is a unique 80-acre zoo located within the grounds of the historic Dudley Castle in the West Midlands. Established in 1937, it combines wildlife conservation with striking Modernist architecture designed by Berthold Lubetkin. The venue offers exceptional event spaces for corporate conferences, weddings, and special celebrations, accommodating up to 800 guests across multiple venues including the iconic Modernist pavilions and contemporary conference facilities. Guests can enjoy exclusive animal experiences, behind-the-scenes tours, and dining surrounded by over 1,300 animals from around the world. The castle ruins and zoo grounds provide a truly distinctive backdrop for memorable events, combining educational value with entertainment in one of the UK's most architecturally significant zoos.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safari Lodge Conference Centre | 200 | — | 40 | 120 | 50 | — | — |
| Lemur Walk Pavilion | 120 | — | 30 | 80 | 35 | — | — |
| Castle Courtyard | 300 | — | 60 | 150 | 80 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Event packages from £500 including venue hire and basic refreshments. Wedding packages available. Corporate rates include animal experiences and educational talks. Evening venue hire for exclusive events.
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2 The Broadway, Dudley Castle, Dudley, DY1 4QB, United Kingdom
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Dudley Zoological Gardens is a verified zoo in Dudley, hosting up to 800 guests, with day delegate rates from £230. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 800 guests across multiple venues including education centre and outdoor spaces
Standard AV equipment including projector, sound system and Wi-Fi available
Full catering services available with options for indoor and outdoor dining
On-site parking available for 200+ vehicles - free with admission
Dudley Zoological Gardens is a unique 80-acre zoo located within the grounds of the historic Dudley Castle in the West Midlands. Established in 1937, it combines wildlife conservation with striking Modernist architecture designed by Berthold Lubetkin. The venue offers exceptional event spaces for corporate conferences, weddings, and special celebrations, accommodating up to 800 guests across multiple venues including the iconic Modernist pavilions and contemporary conference facilities. Guests can enjoy exclusive animal experiences, behind-the-scenes tours, and dining surrounded by over 1,300 animals from around the world. The castle ruins and zoo grounds provide a truly distinctive backdrop for memorable events, combining educational value with entertainment in one of the UK's most architecturally significant zoos.
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