Animal Encounters
Animal Encounters
Merrist Wood College was awarded a zoo licence in June 2018, allowing it to share its collection of exotic animals, some of which are of conservation importance, with the wider community.
The College’s Animal Management Centre includes arid and tropical biomes and a nocturnal room, which houses a wide variety of species. The Centre provides a state-of-the-art learning environment for students, which enables animals to be studied and cared for in a more natural environment. Animal Encounter activities include Junior Keeper Experiences, Public Tours, Education Tours, Children’s Parties and Animal Experiences.
Licence Information
Licence Number: AWRL019
Licensable Activities: Keeping or Training Animals for Exhibition
Licensed by Guildford Borough Council
Did you know we offer Dog Day Care?
What We Offer
Junior Animal Keeper Experiences
Come and join our Animal Keepers for a day, working with a huge variety of animals.
Birthday Parties
We offer a unique birthday experience at our Animal Management Centre or Farm – perfect for those who love animals and nature
Animal Encounter Tours
Why not book an Animal Encounter Tour of our Animal Management Centre and meet all our animals.
Animal Education Tours
Education tours of our Animal Management Centre can be booked for schools and youth groups, including Guides, Brownies, Cubs etc.
