Periodic inspections, with Secretary of State appointed inspectors, occur as a minimum at renewal stage (i.e. within the six months leading to the expiry date) and in the first year of the original licence and in the third year of the six-year period. We can also request a special inspection by an appointed competent person where concerns have arisen. In any calendar year where no other inspection has taken place, an informal inspection is carried out by an appointed person by us.
Although we see many other documents as part of its inspection process, we do not keep copies, as these are considered to be the property of the relevant premises.
Stock lists, although supplied are not kept once seen.
Copies of inspection reports including health and safety, vet reports and letters to the Zoos relating to inspections are available below.
8393Report of the periodical inspection carried out by DEFRA at Paignton Zoo in 2023
Report of the informal inspection carried out at Paignton Zoo in 2018
Report of the interim licence inspection carried out at Paignton Zoo in 2016.
Report of the informal inspection carried out at Paignton Zoo in 2014.
Report of the inspection carried out by DEFRA at Paignton Zoo in 2013 prior to the renewal of their licence.
Copy of the zoo licence issued to Paignton Zoo in 2013.
Report of the re-visit inspection carried out at Paignton Zoo in 2013.
Report of the health and safety inspection carried out at Paignton Zoo in 2013.
Report of the informal inspection carried out at Paignton Zoo in 2009.
Replacement of the zoo licence issued to Paignton zoo in 2013.
Conditions for the renewal of the Paignton zoo licence
Report of the periodical inspection carried out by DEFRA at Paignton zoo in 2019.