Every Friday in August, ZSL London Zoo will be opening its doors after hours, so that visitors can enjoy an incredible night out in the company of the most fascinating creatures on Earth.

The perfect summer night out for friends, families and work colleagues includes:

• Discovering over 720 species
• Sipping on a Pimms or mojito
• Indulging in the champagne and seafood bar
• Strutting your stuff at the silent disco
• Grabbing a bite from the BBQ

Celebrate the summer in style, and make your evening even more indulgent, by adding a picnic from celebrity chef Angela Hartnett .

When: 6-10pm (last adm 8pm) Aug 6, 13, 20, 27

Where: Outer Circle, Regent's Park, London

The first Zoo Lates date (6 August) is now sold out and no tickets will be sold online or on the night at the zoo. But don’t despair, there are three other dates still available. However tickets to these are selling fast.

Visitors need to book in advance to secure a ticket and also to get a discount.

Book online for a 20% discount and groups of 10 or more receive a 40% discount.