COLCHESTER Zoo has apologised to visitors ahead of closing its indoor play area for maintenance.

The Maldon Road attraction will shut soft play complex Jungle Tumble from Monday to Friday due to it being the subject of a deep clean as part of annual maintenance work.

It will close again on Tuesday, May 3 to May 6.

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A zoo spokesman said: “We apologise for any inconvenience caused, but this short closure is vital for us to be able to offer a high standard facility.

“The play area will remain open on the weekends and Bank Holiday Monday, but please remember to book your time-slot in advance online.”