For families - Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare

Due to the current Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, our Aviaries and fowl areas remain closed to the public. Good news - the terrapin sanctuary and dog walk have now reopened. We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still very much open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site.

Family Learning Days

Every Wednesday and Thursday from 10am - 4pm during the school holidays (except Christmas).

Collect your sheet and follow the trail around Raystede. Work together as a family to discover more about animals and how we care for them.

Plus... Animal talks, film show and crafts!

Free entry, but booking essential (tickets available one month in advance).

Family Learning Days

Every Wednesday and Thursday from 10am - 4pm during the school holidays (except Christmas).

Collect your sheet and follow the trail around Raystede. Work together as a family to discover more about animals and how we care for them.

Plus... Animal talks, film show and crafts!

Free entry, but booking essential (tickets available one month in advance).

Raystede Explorer Passport

Pick up a free Raystede Explorer Passport – a fun activity booklet for children and families to enjoy during their visit!

Follow the trail around the animal areas, discover how to care for pets responsibly, and take part in engaging activities along the way.

Don’t forget to make your pet promise to treat all animals with kindness, care and respect.

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Raystede Rangers Online Challenge

Take on the challenge to become an online Raystede Ranger with games, puzzles, make and do activities and much more

Learn about all the things your pet needs to thrive and be happy
Individual certificates and badges available on completion of an online assessment

Raystede Rangers Online Challenge

Take on the challenge to become an online Raystede Ranger with games, puzzles, make and do activities and much more

Learn about all the things your pet needs to thrive and be happy
Individual certificates and badges available on completion of an online assessment

Meet Albert, who is one of our most heartwarming transformations.

When Albert arrived at Raystede, he was nervous, underweight and suffering with painful patches of dry skin and sore joints.

At Raystede, we don’t just rehome animals, we rehabilitate them first, giving the best chance at a happy and healthy life. From healthcare to behavioural therapy, every step of their journey is carefully guided so they can trust again.

You can make a difference. A gift today will help make sure we can continue to care for all our animals, giving them the love and care they deserve.

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