We take a closer look at this year's finalists and discover why they stood out to the category judges.

Located in Lenwade, The Bug Parc is a unique, award-winning invertebrate zoo.

The family-friendly attraction incorporates educational but fun visitor centres showcasing hundreds of minibeasts, together with a wealth of easy-to-understand information wallboards, full of colour pictures and fun facts.

Hands-on visitor experiences allow guests to hold a variety of animals under controlled conditions, and there are multiple talks every day in the animal visitor centres.

The judges said The Bug Parc “has pushed the boundaries of what a modern zoo can be”, praising the “resilience, innovation, and leadership that have propelled it to the forefront of the industry”.

They added: “The company’s investment in people has been a core pillar of its success.”

For the Love of Norfolk........

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