Animals at Doncaster's Yorkshire Wildlife Park treated to fruit and veg donation

Rangers at the park were delighted to accept the fresh produce and the first to benefit from the bounty of fruit and vegetables were the Guinea baboons.

At present, the 120 acre park is temporarily closed in response to the coronavirus pandemic but staff are dutifully caring for all the animals.

Three separate staff teams are in operation so that if one team is depleted by the virus, the other teams will be unaffected and can continue their vital work.

Rangers unloaded the donation from Fresh Direct this week after it was delivered by truck to the park in Branton, near Doncaster.

Head of Animals Debbie Porter was on hand to receive the delivery. She said: “We cannot thank the team at Fresh Direct enough for this amazing donation and for thinking of us here at the park during this time.

“Both the rangers and animals are experiencing adjustments due to the recent closure, so I know this act of kindness will really help to lift everyone’s spirits and keep us moving forward.”

General Manager at Fresh Direct, Andy Farnworth added: “This is a really challenging time for so many people, charities and companies across the UK. At Fresh Direct, we’re delighted to be able to support some fantastic causes by donating fresh fruit and vegetables.”

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