ANIMAL WORLD, Moss Bank Park, Moss Bank Way, Bolton. Enter the fascinating world of nature touring the enclosures suited to each individual animal's own natural habitat. See farmyard animals, chipmunks, wildfowl and tropical birds. Experience the sights and sounds of a tropical rainforest and view butterflies and moths in free flight. Phone 846157.

ROYAL AMOURIES, Leeds. Under 17s, over 60s and all concessions admitted free. Adults £4.90. Couples £9. Phone 0113 220 1940.

MARTIN MERE WILDFOWL AND WETLAND, Burscough. Phone 01704 895181.

KNOWSLEY SAFARI PARK, Prescott, Merseyside. A chance to see some of the world's most dangerous animals including white rhino, African elephants, zebras, giraffes, meerkats, monkeys, lions and otters in spacious and natural surroundings. A rollercoaster and pirate ship also add to the attractions. Open seven days from 10am to 3.30pm. Admission prices £7 for adults and £5 for children. Phone 0151 4309009.

BLACKPOOL SEA LIFE CENTRE, The Promenade, Blackpool. The underwater tunnel offers visitors the chance to view sharks, stonefish, moray eels, lionfish and devil scorpions. Open seven days from 10am to 4pm. Admission £5.99 for adults and £4.99 for children with family tickets priced at £16.75. Phone 01253 622445.

BLUE PLANET, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire. View piranhas, golden dart frogs, sharks, whales and dolphins by walking through an underground tunnel. Free animal handling sessions, face painting and behind-the scenes tours are also part of this day out suitable for all the family. For further details of opening times and admission prices. Phone 0906 941 0088.

CHESTER ZOO, Caughill Road, Upton, Cheshire. Attractions include endangered species such as Komodo Dragons and Birds of Paradise. Visit the Wildlife Discovery Centre, the New Gardens, the Twilight Zone Bat Cave, Monkey Islands and the usual favourites -- chimpanzees, tigers, lions and the aquarium. Open seven days from 10am. Admission £9 for adults, £7 for children, £7.50 for OAPs. Family tickets £34.00. Phone 01244 380280.