Polar bear Hope enjoys new home at Jimmy's Farm near Ipswich

On July 1, it was revealed that Hope the polar bear had moved from Peak Wildlife Park near Stoke-on-Trent to Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park in Wherstead near Ipswich.

Hope has joined her mum Flocke, sister Tala and friend Ewa, who she knew at Orsa Predator Park in Sweden.

Hope with her friends and family taking a swim (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Hope at Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park (Image: Charlotte Bond)

The park now has four polar bears (Image: Charlotte Bond)

This publication was granted access for our photographer to go along and capture Hope in her new home, interacting with her family and captured them playing and swimming.

The park described it as a "truly remarkable family reunion", with Stevie Sheppard, park director at Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park, adding: "Hope's addition to our group is not just a joyous occasion but also a significant opportunity for scientific observation.

Hope shaking water off herself after going for a swim (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Hope playing with a ball in the water (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Hope enjoying some food as she makes Jimmy's Farm her home. (Image: Charlotte Bond)

"This reunion could provide invaluable insights into the social structures of polar bears, helping us to enhance conservation efforts and ensure their survival.

"We look forward to observing the dynamic between Hope and her family and are optimistic about the contributions this reunion can make to ongoing research."

The four polar bears are part of the Lost Lands of the Tundra which is also home to arctic wolves.

Four wolf pups were born to the alpha female.

A spokesman added: "We are happy to report that the pups are healthy and thriving. You will notice that they have darker fur in contrast to the adults, however as they grow older their fur will gradually transition into a white shade."

The reserve is the largest in Europe (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Hope up close and personal (Image: Charlotte Bond)

The reserve has four polar bears (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Hope shaking water off (Image: Charlotte Bond)