We have also imported a male bred at Munich Zoo who will partner our three-year-old Howletts- born female when she is nearer maturity and has gained further experience with infants in her natal group.

Port Lympne, in Hythe, said the new arrivals are "doing well and looking strong". Visitors can see the cubs, born to mum Oudrika and dad Hunter, in the largest lion enclosure in Europe.

All overnight guests get full access to the Port Lympne Reserve and free entry to sister park, Howletts Wild Animal Park in Canterbury, which is just a 30-minute drive away.