Join us at the visitor centre this summer for a series of special events.
Thursday 29th July - Super Heroes Day
Come along dressed as your favourite super hero and join in with our animal olympics.
Event Prices: special event prices apply, (detailed below).
Sunday 8th August - Peppa Pig
Peppa Pig will be appearing at intervals throughout the day.
Event Prices: Saturday special event prices apply, (detailed below).
Wednesday 18th August - Countryside Capers
The Animal Zone are bringing a little bit of the countryside with activities including: Pond dipping; pot painting; tractor rides; face painting; fairground rides (additional charge); bouncy castle.
Sunday 29th August - Pirates and Princess Day
Come along in fancy dress and meet our very own Captain Calamity (who has catered for the rich and famous including 10 Downing Street and Madonna) who will keep you entertained.
The Animal Zone at the visitor centre, Rodbaston Campus is home to a wide variety of exotic, farm and companion animals. We aim to entertain and educate all visitors and operate a full programme of exciting special events throughout the year. The Animal Zone is open from 10.00am to 4.00pm on Saturdays and Sundays, and during school holidays. You can meet the keepers and enjoy animal encounters throughout the day.
Be sure to visit our shop, which opens at the same times as the Animal Zone. Located by the Animal Zone, it sells a variety of pet products including food and toys, a range of souvenirs and educational toys for children, as well as food and gift items for the whole family.
There's also a spacious tearoom where you can revive yourself with locally produced cakes and sandwiches. Entry into the shop and tearoom is free and we have ample free parking.
Saturday special event prices
Adults (16+) £5.00
Children (4 to 16) £4.00
Children (under 3) FREE
Families (2 adults + 2 children) £15.00
Concessions (pensioners, disabled and carers) £4.00
Weekdays and Sundays
Adults (16+) £4.00
Children (4 to 16) £3.00
Children (3 and under) FREE
Families (2 adults + 2 children) £12.00
Concessions (pensioners, disabled and carers) £3.00.