Raystede
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This is a genuinely fabulous place to visit with children. Raystede is a charity, which rescues, shelters, rehomes and provides sanctuary to a wide range of unwanted and abandoned animals. The large (43 acre) site is modern and has been designed with children in mind
Meeting the animals - cats, dogs, goats, sheep, horses, donkeys, rabbits, small animals, tortoises, chickens, turkeys and waterfowl
Interactive games and educational displays
Discovery walk - clearly signposted and dog friendly
Feed the ducks and geese on the lakes with corn (provided free of charge)
Unique children's play area - can you climb like a cat, burrow like a gerbil or balance like a goat?
Visitor centre and pet shop
Wonderful cafe (dog friendly)
This is a genuinely fabulous place to visit with children. Raystede is a charity, which rescues, shelters, rehomes and provides sanctuary to a wide range of unwanted and abandoned animals. The large (43 acre) site is modern and has been designed with children in mind
Meeting the animals - cats, dogs, goats, sheep, horses, donkeys, rabbits, small animals, tortoises, chickens, turkeys and waterfowl
Interactive games and educational displays
Discovery walk - clearly signposted and dog friendly
Feed the ducks and geese on the lakes with corn (provided free of charge)
Unique children's play area - can you climb like a cat, burrow like a gerbil or balance like a goat?
Visitor centre and pet shop
Wonderful cafe (dog friendly)
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KEY INFO:
ADMISSION:
Donation requested
SUITABLE FOR:
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LOCATION:
The Broyle, Ringmer, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 5AJ
PARKING:
Free parking
AMENITIES:
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DISTANCE:
OPEN:
10am-4pm daily
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BOOKING A TICKET is essential. Raystede is a charity which is entirely reliant on donations. Visitors are asked to make a donation to enable the centre to continue its excellent work.
Allow around 2-3 hours for your visit.
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead.
Please note: Although there are a number of buildings at Raystede, the majority of your time here will be spent outside.