Jimmy's Farm moves binturong pair to outdoor reserve

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 11:32 · Archive

Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park near Ipswich has moved its binturong pair, Rum and Bella, to their outdoor reserve for the first time. The park announced the move on Facebook, saying: 'A new world to explore.' Rum was described as eagerly venturing out to investigate every corner of his new surroundings, discovering plenty of new sights, smells and textures.

The park said: 'We can't wait to see them continue to settle into their new home.' Jimmy's Farm was founded more than 20 years ago by TV star Jimmy Doherty and is home to more than 100 species from around the world.

Earlier this year, the attraction won a gold award from VisitEngland for being the largest visitor attraction of the year. The park was also awarded Experience of the Year at the VisitEngland East of England awards last year. VisitEngland noted that the award category 'recognises those large visitor attractions that provide truly memorable visitor experiences and demonstrate excellence across every aspect of the business'.

How it is being reported

• Award-winning attraction moves two animals to new reserveJimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park near Ipswich has moved two animals to their outdoor reserve for the first time.East Anglian Daily Times · 16 Oct, 11:00
• Award-winning attraction moves two animals to new reserveJimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park near Ipswich has moved two animals to their outdoor reserve for the first time.Ipswich Star · 16 Oct, 11:00

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