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BIG CAT SANCTUARY
WINGHAM WILDLIFE PARK WILDWOOD TRUST
Wingham Wildlife Park www . winghamwildlifepark . co . uk
Wingham Wildlife Park houses the largest number of animal species out of all wildlife parks and zoos in Kent . Here , you can adventure around the park and spot these exciting creatures up close and even feed the native and exotic birds that roam freely there . For a truly memorable experience , opt for their animal encounters which gives visitors the opportunity to get even closer to the park ’ s most loved creatures including penguins , meerkats and otters under the guidance and knowledge of a zookeeper .
Big Cat Sanctuary , Smarden www . thebigcatsanctuary . org
Endeavouring to provide peace and tranquillity , combined with habitats tailored to house different species of cats , The Big Cat Sanctuary provides the best possible lives in captivity for these majestic felines . The Big Cat Sanctuary helps to maintain genetic diversity of the captive populations of these endangered and iconic cats , while allowing the public to learn about them and admire their brilliance . Become a Ranger For The Day , delight in a Big Cat Experience or have an Overnight Big Cat Safari Stay to experience these creatures up close and have a hand in ensuring the safe future of their species .
NATIVE NATURE
Wildwood Trust , Herne Bay www . kent . wildwoodtrust . org
Come nose-to-nose with British wildlife past and present at Wildwood . Set in 40 acres of ancient woodland , Wildwood holds a stunning collection of over 200 British animals in natural enclosures . See bears , wolves , otters , foxes , deer , badgers , owls , wild horses , lynx , beavers , wild cats , bison , squirrels , wild boar , reindeer and many more as you walk around the twisting trails through an ancient British woodland .
Kent Life and Kent Owl Academy , Maidstone www . kentlife . org . uk
Kent Life showcases and breeds traditional farm animals including free-range livestock such as sheep , pigs , horses , donkeys , goats , poultry , rabbits , guinea pigs , ferrets , ducks , geese and alpacas . All animals are housed in historic outhouse barns , so visitors can experience a real Kentish working farm and farmyard . The cuddle corner walkthrough provides the opportunity to get up close and personal to some of the smaller farmyard friends and there ’ s even an Adopt an Animal Scheme for true animal lovers . Kent Life is also home to the Kent Owl Academy and their 12 owls , who offer experience days , bird of prey shows and more .
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