Care residents treated to a koala-ty time at London Zoo

A group of care residents enjoyed an extra-special day out last week when they were amongst the first to try the new Tour and Tea experience at ZSL London Zoo.

Accompanied by their carers, residents from CHD Living's Surbiton Care Home and Kingston Rehabilitation Centre travelled across London for an exclusive preview of the new guided tour on its launch. Created with the retired community in mind, the Tours & Teas experience offers guests the chance to explore in a private group and learn more about life behind the scenes at the international conservation Zoo.

The day served as a fantastic morale boost for the residents who have, until recently, been confined to their care centres due to COVID-19 lockdowns. With some of the Kingston residents also currently recovering from life-changing injuries, the day was extra meaningful to them.

Venturing across the Zoo led by an expert 'Storyteller', the group saw a unique side to the capital's famous landmark and learnt more about the conservation charity, ZSL, it’s 200-year history, and the wildlife they strive to preserve and protect.

After the uplifting tour, residents and staff enjoyed a delicious cream tea of homemade earl grey infused scones served with Devon clotted cream and strawberry jam and a pot of English Breakfast tea at one of the zoo’s unique dining locations.