Chimp enclosure

What did you think of this exhibit Jimmy? It appears to be rather barren, but maybe that is simply a result of the angle of the photograph.

When was it built? Looks quite old.

I think it was built in the late 80's Ashley...

Snowleopard: I do agree that it is pretty barren and planting some durable plants would make it an excellent exhibit in my opinion. however, the grass is quite long and the climbing frames look better in person than they do here. It's not a world beater, but it's surprisingly good for a zoo of Welsh Mountain's status. The indoor display area is pretty good as well

It's also worth noting that from the top of climbing frames the chimps not only have a view out over the zoo, but also the Irish Sea and fair old chunk of the North Wales coast due to the hilltop position of the zoo.

it does appear rather barren and will prob look better in person, but it could be worse

i think im correct in saying that when ever they plant vegetation the chimps simply rip it out again. toward the left of this photo the corner is cut off with electric wire and a fair amount of vegetation has been planted there, im guessing they will open it up once it has grown to a good length.