Animals

Aldborough Hall Farm

Ilford

Pick-your-own farm with soft fruits and vegetables. Farm and gift shop selling gifts for all ages, picnic site and rescued animals centre. Drinks available.

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Amazon World Zoo Park

Sandown

Amazon World Zoo Park, the largest exotic animal attraction on the Island, recreating the story of the rainforest. Awarded top family attraction.

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Ashdown Forest Llama Park

Wych Cross

Llamas, alpacas. Picnic area, farm trail, museum. Coffee shop and shop selling 'llamarabilia' and alpaca knitwear. 'Walking with Llamas' - booking essential.

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Beaver Zoological Gardens

Westerham

Visitors to Beaver Zoological Gardens can see reptiles, tropical and cold water fish, Canadian beavers, aviary birds, rabbits and chipmunks. Play area, sandpit and cafe.

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Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum

Lewes

Over 1,000 wildfowl in parkland with lakes. Motor museum with vintage cars, house, children's play facilities and woodland walk.

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Birdworld

Farnham

Twenty-eight acres of gardens and parkland with an impressive collection of birds. Seashore walk, penguin island, children's farm and tropical walk. Heron theatre.

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Blackberry Farm

Whitesmith

Lots of animals to feed and stroke. A large play area, tractor rides, pony rides, daily programme. Tearoom, tuck shop and lots more.

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Blue Reef Aquarium

Portsmouth

The Blue Reef Aquarium is one of Portsmouth's newest venues. Take a safari from the depths of the Solent to the tropical coral reef. A memorable visit for all the family.

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Bocketts Farm Park

Leatherhead

Working family farm with many friendly farm animals. Pig racing, goat milking, animal handling daily. Huge playbarn and Astroslide. Tractor and pony rides at weekends.

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Brickfields Horsecountry

Ryde

Shire horses, miniature ponies, farm animals, donkeys, wagon rides, unique carriage collection, blacksmith's forge, pony rides, cafe, bar, BHS approved riding school.

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Brighton Sea Life

Brighton

The Brighton Sea Life Centre combines the elegance of Victorian architecture with the most up-to-date marine life habitats. Discover the magical kingdom of the sea.

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British Wildlife Centre

Lingfield

A peaceful, relaxing place to see and learn about Britain's fascinating native wildlife, from tiny harvest mice to magnificent red deer.

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Bucks Goat Centre

Aylesbury

Buildings and paddocks with examples of all British breeds of goat plus information about them. There are also pets, donkeys, pigs, poultry, picnic area, farm shop and tearoom.

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Burley Wagon Rides

Ringwood

Burley Wagon Rides allow you to see the New Forest at a leisurely pace, taking you on quiet lanes around the lovely village of Burley.

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Burpham Court Farm Park

Guildford

Farm centre for endangered breeds: cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and poultry. Nature trail, animal feeding and help the farmer. Educational visits, parties and angling.

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Busbridge Lakes Ornamental Waterfowl and Gardens

Godalming

Visitors to Busbridge Lakes can see over 1000 birds, mainly ornamental waterfowl, pheasants and parkland birds. Within the 40 acres are 3 lakes, rare trees and nature trails.

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Butterfly World and Fountain World

Wootton

Tropical indoor garden with butterflies from around the world. Fountain World has many fountains, water features and huge fish. Italian and Japanese gardens.

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Colemans Animal Farm

Newport

Fun on the farm for the whole family. Lots to see and do in a safe environment. Parents can relax and children never be bored. Daily events.

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Coombes Farm Tours

Lancing

Visitors can see seasonal farm work on this 1000-acre farm which has sheep, beef cattle and corn. Conservation and ESA on the South Downs. Tractor rides can be booked.

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Cotswold Wildlife Park

Oxford

Wildlife park in 200 acres of gardens and woodland - variety of animals from all over the world.

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Druidstone Park & Art Park

Canterbury

Attractive gardens with sculptures, woodland walk, children's farmyard, 3 play areas, giftshop and cafeteria.

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Drusillas Park

Polegate

The best small zoo in England with animals in natural habitats. Playland is masses of fun for children from 2-12. New attractions for 2006 - Amazon Adventure.

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Eagle Heights

Dartford

Bird of prey centre housed undercover where visitors can see eagles, hawks, falcons, owls and vultures from all over the world. Reptile centre, play area and sandpit.

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Earnley Butterflies and Gardens

Chichester

A tropical butterfly house, covered theme gardens, exotic bird garden, children's play area, small animal farm and crazy golf. Rejectamenta museum. Noah's Ark rescue centre.

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Farm World

Rye

Traditional 600-acre working farm with animals and tractor train. Dairy experience, hop picking, adventure playground, BMX bike hire and quad bikes.

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Farming World

Boughton

An open farm with over 100 farm animals, pet area, rare breeds, heavy horses, adventure playgrounds, agricultural museum and farm trail. Hawking centre and sensory garden.

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Felicia Park Urban Community Farm

Gosport

Educational, family-run, therapeutic community farm.

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Finkley Down Farm Park

Andover

Rabbit handling, goat feeding. Lamb feeding in season. Chick handling, pony grooming. Picnic area, playground, gypsy caravans.

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Fishers Farm Park

Billingshurst

Farm park with shire horses, Shetland ponies, ducks, sheep and goats. There are adventure play areas, play barns, a paddling pool and tractor rides.

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Fort Victoria Marine Aquarium

Yarmouth

Aquarium concentrating mainly on local marine life - cuttlefish to conger eels - with a separate tropical reef section.

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Godstone Farm

Godstone

A popular children's farm set in South East England's attractive scenery with friendly animals (some to climb in with) and enormous play areas inside and out.

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Holmbush Farm World

Horsham

Childrens farm park with lots of friendly animals. Animal handling, daily goat racing. Indoor and outdoor activity areas. Tractor rides.

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Howletts Wild Animal Park

Canterbury

Set in 90 acres of mature parkland with gorillas, tigers, small cats, tapirs, wolves, bongo and African elephants.

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Huxleys Experience

Horsham

A large collection of birds of prey housed in aviaries typical of their natural habitat set in a landscaped garden. Flying demonstrations.

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Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Wroxall

Farm buildings set in 50 acres of countryside, over 200 animals to see, souvenir shop.

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Isle of Wight Zoo, Home of the Tiger Sanctuary and Lemurland

Sandown

Isle of Wight Family Attraction of 2004', the zoo specialises in tigers, big cats and primates. Talks and tours throughout the day.

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Ladyland Farm

Horley

A traditional, mixed, family-run farm with a Tudor farmhouse and beautiful gardens run by teachers and farmers giving children a hands-on learning experience.

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Lathe Barn

Romney Marsh

A children's farm with sheep, a donkey, pigs, goats, rabbits, chickens, a children's play area and putting green. Tearoom and gift shop craft shops.

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Liberty's Raptor and Reptile Centre

Ringwood

Libertys Raptor and Reptile Centre is home to a large collection of birds of prey and reptiles. Flying displays and talks are held daily.

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Liphook

Epsom

A friendly children's farm with lots of different animals to look at, touch and even cuddle. There are also safe, exciting play areas both indoors and outside.

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Longdown Activity Farm

Southampton

Fun for all ages with hands-on activities every day - small animal handling, bottle feeding goat kids and calves, feeding ducks and pigs. Indoor and outdoor play areas, tearoom and excellent gift shop.

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Macfarlanes Butterfly Centre

Canterbury

A large purpose-built greenhouse with butterflies from all over the world flying free in landscaped tropical gardens. Life-cycle exhibits. Large tree, shrub and plant centre.

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Marwell Zoological Park

Winchester

Set in 100 acres of parkland surrounding Marwell Hall. Venue suitable for all age groups including disabled.

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Middle Farm

Lewes

Family-owned and run, working open farm with large farm shop, National Collection of Cider And Perry, restaurant, craft and plant sales, play and picnic areas.

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Mohair Centre

Lewes

A children's farm with Angora goats and other farm animals. There are spinning and weaving demonstrations and a nature trail. Lambing and kidding can be seen during Spring.

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New Forest Otter, Owl and Wildlife Conservation Park

Southampton

Situated within the New Forest heritage area - otter, owls and other native species can be seen in natural surroundings.

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New Forest Reptile Centre

Lyndhurst

The place to visit if you want to discover more about reptiles and amphibians. Outdoor pens display all the native snakes, lizards, frogs and toads. Car parking charge £2.

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Northcommon Farm Centre

Chichester

A farm with small animals including calves, sheep, lambs, pigs, horses, goats, donkeys, rabbits, guinea pigs, fowl and chinchillas, which can be handled. Pony and tractor rides.

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Oak Farm Rare Breeds Park

Broughton

Open farm with rare breeds of farm livestock.

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Odds Farm Park Ltd

High Wycombe

Rare breed of British farm animals, gift shop and tearooms. Play area. Plenty of activities. Voted best family attraction in Bucks.

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Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Mansion and Gardens

Hythe

See many rare and endangered species in a natural environment and enjoy spectacular views over Romney Marsh.

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Seaview Wildlife Encounter

Seaview

A world of wildlife. An abundance of tame and exotic wildlife. Waterfalls and cascades. Large gift shop.

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Seven Sisters Sheep Centre

Eastbourne

Visitors can see lambing, shearing, sheep milking, cheese making and spinning. There are young animals and over 40 breeds of British sheep.

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South of England Rare Breeds Centre

Ashford

Large collection of rare farm breeds on a working farm with children's play activities. Home to the 'Tamworth Two'. Woodland walks.

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Spring Barn Farm Park

Lewes

Ideal venue for family fun days down on the farm. Watch 'piggies' teatime, help bottle feed newborn lambs, go to a 'pat-a-pet' session. Indoor and outdoor play areas.

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Sussex Falconry Centre

Chichester

Aviaries containing birds of prey including hawks, falcons, and owls. Flying displays of birds throughout the day, weather permitting.

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The Farmyard

Lewes

An open farm with a good variety of farm animals for children to feed and stroke. There is also a farm trail around the fields where visitors can see crops being grown.

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The Hop Farm Country Park

Paddock Wood

Kent's famous landmark attraction, set amongst the largest collection of oast houses in the world. Award-winning museums and exhibitions plus animal farm and shire horses.

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Tilgate Park and Nature Centre

Crawley

Beautiful parkland surrounds the Nature Centre with its rare animals, ornamental walled garden, Shire stables and craft units. A public golf centre adjoins.

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Tulleys Farm

Turners Hill

A farm with pick-your-own fruit and vegetables. A 7-acre maize maze puzzle will entertain all the family. Tearoom, farm shop, children's play area and pets corner.

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Underwater World, Hastings

Hastings

Display of marine life with hundreds of marine creatures including sharks, rays, crabs and starfish. There is also a tunnel and a sea life nursery for newly-born creatures.

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Washbrooks Farm Centre

Hassocks

Pigs, cows, horses, ponies, donkeys, sheep, goats, poultry and rabbits, usually with their young, may be seen and touched. Adventure playground and tractor rides.

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Wellplace Zoo

Wallingford

Small children's zoo. Also museum and garden centre.

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Wildwood Trust

Herne Bay

Wildwood depicts wildlife and early man in a classic Kent setting. There are many different species of animals, special events and a play area.

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Wingham Wildlife Park

Wingham

Take a walk on the wild side and meet lemurs, meerkats, birds of prey, reptiles, tropical house with butterflies (in season), Animal Encounters, adventure playground and more.

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