Whilst visiting Marwell this August, why not pop in for one of our fun, family activities? 

Based in the Education Centre, our hour-long sessions offer a chance for families to listen to a story or poem, meet one of our animals and make a craft item to take home.  Activities are aimed at children aged between 5 and 9 years old and pre-booking is essential.

• Morning session:         11.00 am – 12.00 noon
• Afternoon session:      2.00 – 3.00 pm

Each week we will be offering activities based on a different theme 

The Amazing Amphibian session will focus on weird and wonderful amphibians, like frogs, toads, newts and salamanders.  The Animal Superhero activity will look at some fascinating features and adaptations that animals have to help them survive in the wild.  If you join us for the Garden Safari session, we will be learning about some of the amazing creatures you might find in your very own back garden, or school grounds.    

• Week 1 (Monday 4th – Friday 8th August)                  Amazing Amphibians
• Week 2 (Monday 11th – Friday 15th August)              Animal Superheroes
• Week 3 (Monday 18th – Friday 22nd August)             Garden Safari

Each activity session will include the chance to make one of these fun craft items:

Cost

£3.50 per child, Adults are FREE

ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

Maximum of 3 children per adult, Maximum of 2 adults per child attending

How to book

Please email Jessica Dolan at jessicad@marwell.org.uk or call 01962 777 905 to book a place.  Please specify whether you would prefer the morning or afternoon session. 

The prize draw is now closed

Come face to face with the tallest land mammals in the world. Meet the keeper, go behind the scenes and win the opportunity to help feed the giraffes.

To be entered into the prize draw to win this amazing prize all you need to do is pre book at least one child’s place on one of the family activities taking place this summer before Friday 25th July.

Terms and Conditions of Prize Draw

1. Prize draw entry is valid for all bookings taken before Friday 25th July.
2. One winner will be picked at random.
3. Prize experience includes general park admission for the winner and up to three guests, any additional guests may purchase tickets at a discounted rate at the time of booking, however they will not be able to take part in the experience.
4. Due to animal behavioural issues, experiences may vary.
5. One entry per household.
6. Children aged 16 or under must supply a parent or guardian's contact information.
7. The prize may not be suitable for very young children.
8. Data recorded on individuals is treated in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
9. These records will be used for the Marwell Preservation Trust only, and will not be divulged to other parties without consent.
10. Marwell Zoological Park is owned and operated by the Marwell Preservation Trust, registered charity no. 275433.

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