Zoos and wildlife

Knockhatch Adventure Park in Hailsham has a wide variety of animals, some of which can be petted, as well as indoor and outdoor adventure playgrounds.

For an undersea experience, head to the Hastings Aquarium in Hastings where you'll find shoals of fish, native sharks, and other sea creatures, as well as a Jungle Room full of snakes and reptiles.

The Rare Breeds Centre in Ashford is set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside and home to all manner of interesting farm animals, as well as birds of prey and creepy crawlies. There are indoor and outdoor play areas, a tube maze, tractor rides and much more.

Mallydams in Fairlight is a wildlife rescue centre, and is not generally open to the public. However, tours can be pre-booked for special groups, and there are regular special events that are open to the public.

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Drusillas Park

Address

Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5QS

Telephone
+44(0)1323 874100

info@drusillas.co.uk

Alfriston

Widely regarded as the best small zoo in Europe, the award-winning Drusillas Park in East Sussex offers a fun finding-out day out for all the family.

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Fisherwood Farm - Tea with the Alpacas

Address

Robertsbridge, East Sussex

info@fisherwoodfarm.co.uk

Robertsbridge

At Fisherwood Farm you get the exclusive opportunity to enjoy delicious food whilst immersed in nature and surrounded by friendly animals.
We use our tranquil and private space to serve afternoon tea with our alpacas and rare breed miniature sheep.…

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Hastings Aquarium

Address

Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3DW

Telephone
01424 718776

hastings@bluereefaquarium.co.uk

Hastings

Located in the heart of Hastings Old Town, Blue Reef Hastings is home to over 3,500 incredible aquatic animals and reptiles; embark on your amazing underwater safari!

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Rare Breeds Centre

Address

Highlands Farm, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3RJ

Telephone
01233 861508

info@rarebreeds.co.uk

Ashford

Set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside, the Rare Breeds Centre offers fun and adventure for families all year round.

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Knockhatch Adventure Park

Address

Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3PR

Telephone
+44(0)1323 442051

info@knockhatch.com

Hailsham

Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham, features a Petting Farm, Owl Sanctuary Centre, Meerkat Experiences, Dragon's Castle, Wallaby Walk Through, Wave Rider, Froggies Soft Play, The Lost World Play Barn, Froggie's Soft Play, The Cannon Arena, Chestnut…

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RSPCA Mallydams Wood

Address

Peter James Lane, Fairlight, HASTINGS, East Sussex, TN35 4AH

Telephone
0300 123 0723

fcanning@rspca.org.uk

HASTINGS

Mallydams Wood looks after thousands of wildlife casualties each year. Welfare of the animals is their priority, so the general public is not allowed to tour the centre. However, supervised visits to support vocational courses or groups can be…

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