20 heart-warming pictures of Blackpool Zoo's most memorable animals - the stars of the show through 50 years
By Claire Lark
Published 7th Jul 2022, 15:45 BST
Updated 8th Jul 2022, 12:11 BST
The beautiful animals are the reason thousands of people visit Blackpool Zoo every year.
Whilst every single one is special in its own way - from the giant elephants to the small reptiles - some are more remembered than others. As Blackpool Zoo celebrates its 50th anniversary this week, these photos capture the magic of the zoo, the animals who have made their mark over the years, zoo keepers and visitors who have shared the journey.