Hands-on animal learning for all ages

Inclusive animal education and community programmes for children, young people and adults. Explore classes, school programmes, alternative provision and pre-booked animal experiences.

Find your place

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Find your place at The ARC

Whether you are looking for specialist education, an engaging activity or a memorable visit, we can help you find the right option.

Schools & alternative provision

Curriculum-linked visits, tailored workshops and specialist alternative provision for children and young people.

Classes & activities

Weekly, trial, home-education and holiday activities combining animal care, practical skills and conservation.

Experiences, parties & groups

Pre-booked animal experiences, birthday parties, private sessions and visits for organised groups.

Learning with purpose

At The ARC Centre, learning brings together animals, nature, conservation and practical activity. Our programmes encourage curiosity, responsibility and confidence while recognising the individual needs, choices and natural behaviours of every animal in our care.

Holiday activities

Animal welfare comes first

Respectful, informed and welfare-led

Every session is planned around the individual needs, choices and natural behaviours of our animals. We help visitors understand responsible care, respect and conservation through practical learning.

Explore classes

Animal Experiences

Book one of our incredible animal experiences at The ARC Centre! Available for select dates and times. Perfect for groups of 2-5 people. Contact us for larger bookings.

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