Longleat keepers readying festive feasts this Christmas
It's the first Christmas for the safari park's rare Amur tiger cubs, born back in May
Last updated 24th Dec 2024
Keepers at Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire are working tomorrow to ensure a festive feast for the thousand plus animals who call the park home.
Lead Keeper Kayleigh Smith is particularly keen to be spending Christmas Day at work, as it's the first Christmas for rare Amur tiger cubs Ginger Biscuit, Dora Boo, Heidi and Seeker.
The four girls were born to mum Yana and dad Red in May.
She said: “Christmas Day is just as important as any other day at Longleat as we are here to check in with the animals, ensure they are fed and are happy and content.
“I have a soft spot for working Christmas Day as we can give the animals extra treats.
"This year is also the first Christmas for the tiger cubs so particularly exciting!"
The safari park only closes for two days of the year - Christmas and Boxing Day - but it's back open for a final fortnight of their annual Festival of Light on December 27th.
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