Tractor-tastic makeover as Weston College restores ‘Gilbert’ for Noahs Ark’s 25th [Video]

Students at Weston College have celebrated a tractor-tastic transformation at Noah’s Ark.

To celebrate the zoo’s 25th anniversary they have restored a vintage tractor loved by members and visitors to the park.

The historic vehicle, donated to the original founders of the zoo by the Nailsea community visibly positioned by the zoo’s ticket offices, has been a family favourite for years. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of Weston College staff, it has now received a much-needed transformation.

The collaboration came out of a recent community and business networking event at the zoo, where leaders gathered to hear about Noah’s Ark’s 25th celebrations, as well its new vision and strategy.

Weston College’s team took on this project as part of their staff wellbeing and community day activities. The project involved a thorough industrial power wash, extensive sanding, and the …