OUR PATRONS

The Lord Lieutenant of Lincolnshire – Toby Denis

I was very thrilled when I was asked to come to meet Steve Nichols and the team at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park and could never have imagined what an experience it would be. Having run a range of businesses in Lincolnshire, including farming and management, for the last forty years, the idea of being introduced to the country’s largest collection of parrots and greatest gathering of Bengal Tigers was an experience I was looking forward to and which turned out to be a both unique and delightful one.

The Park is a remarkable place and Steve, the CEO, is an exceptional person. I was very impressed with his knowledge and passion for all the animals the charity has taken responsibility for along with his dedication to their wellbeing and individual needs.

There have been some signi cant accomplishments for the Parrot Zoo Trust during 2021 and 2022. I was in attendance to witness the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant in September 2021. (a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families, are fairly treated). The Charity have since gained the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Bronze Award, con rming that the Charity pledges, demonstrates and advocates support to the defence and armed forces communities, and aligns their values with the Armed Forces Covenant.

My Deputy was in attendance for the o cial opening of ‘Nigel’s’ in June 2022. Nigel is an inspiring Puma who lives at the park, and his newly built enclosure will meet his needs as his mobility decreases and he gradually loses his eyesight. A very special day indeed.

I am delighted to be Patron of the Parrot Zoo Trust and applaud the whole team for their hard work, dedication, and commitment. I am pleased to be part of the team which is delivering innovative, exciting, and ambitious projects for continued success and future.