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The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary tickets and tips

🦁Get face-to-face with rescued big cats, primates and more
💚Every ticket directly supports genuine wildlife conservation
🎤Free keeper talks and feeding demos included with admission
🌿Set in lovely outdoor grounds next to the beach and Dinosaur Isle
👨‍👩‍👧A memorable, educational day out for the whole family

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Where is it?

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The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary,
Yaverland Road,

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When is it open?

The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary opening times

Monday – Sunday 10:00 – 17:00

Please note - all opening times are subject to seasonal changes.

What about facilities?

The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary facilities

On-site Café(s)
Picnic Spots
Toilets
Baby Changing Facilities
Pushchair Friendly
Gift Shop
First Aid
Green Spaces
Picnic Friendly

Here’s the questions people are asking about The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of rescued animals including lions, tigers, leopards, lemurs, meerkats, reptiles, birds of prey and more. All animals have been rescued or rehomed from unsuitable situations.

Yes — families with toddlers and young children are well catered for. Many enclosures are at eye level for little ones, and the site is largely pushchair-friendly, though some paths can be uneven.

Most families spend between two and three hours on site. If you plan to catch multiple keeper talks and explore all areas, budgeting closer to three hours is recommended.

The sanctuary has an on-site café serving hot and cold food and drinks, and there are picnic areas if you'd prefer to bring your own lunch.

Dogs are not permitted inside the sanctuary, as their presence can cause stress to the resident animals.

The site is largely accessible, though some areas have uneven or sloped terrain. It is advisable to contact the sanctuary directly ahead of your visit if you have specific accessibility requirements.

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The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary tickets and tips

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Here’s the questions people are asking about The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Q. What animals can we see at The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary?

Q. Is the sanctuary suitable for very young children?

Q. How long should we allow for a visit?

Q. Is there somewhere to eat on site?

Q. Can I bring my dog?

Q. Is the sanctuary accessible for wheelchair users?

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