Hemsley Conservation Centre

Hemsley Conservation Centre, Crabtree Close, Fairseat, Sevenoaks, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Hemsley Conservation Centre in Kent is a small but mighty wildlife park focused on the conservation of rare and endangered animals. With over 40 unique species, it’s a peaceful and educational place that’s perfect for visitors of all ages. Open daily from 10am to 4pm, it offers memorable wildlife experiences in a natural setting.

Guests can encounter species like meerkats, lemurs, tapirs, porcupines, squirrel monkeys, and rusty‑spotted cats, among many others. Enjoy animal experiences, the Shadow a Keeper programme for adults, and the VIP Discovery Tour which includes breakfast and hands-on animal interaction. Daily keeper talks and a visit to the Rainforest Tearooms complete the visit.

Admission is £16.77 for adults, £12.05 for children (2–14), and £15.72 for seniors (60+).

Birthday party packages include a host, enrichment activities, bug encounters, crafts, food, and all-day zoo access, starting from £270 for ten children. With a welcoming atmosphere, close animal encounters, and a focus on education and care, Hemsley Conservation Centre is a hidden gem for family fun and learning.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • Animal species: Hemsley Conservation Centre is home to a diverse collection of endangered and unusual species—including tapirs, capybaras, meerkats, squirrel monkeys, lemurs, ocelots, maned wolves, otters, armadillos, porcupines, ground cuscus, pygmy slow loris, tamarins, spider monkeys, black‑tailed marmosets, prehensile‑tailed porcupines, night monkeys, Bali mynas, rusty‑spotted cats, Java binturong, short‑clawed otters and echidnas—as featured in daily keeper talks and guided tours.
  • Animal Experiences: Come face to face with our animals in some of our incredible animal experiences, some of which are completely unique,
  • Shadow A Keeper: The shadow a keeper experience lets the adults get their hands dirty! Our shadow keepers will join a member of our team in helping care for a wide range of animals here at the centre, and learning about what it takes to look after them!
  • Discovery VIP: The Discovery VIP Tour Package lasts for 1hr 30 minutes, in which time you will have a continental breakfast and a dedicated keeper introduce you to some of our amazing and endangered animals! You will get a chance to personally meet and feed our animals and learn a little bit more about them!
     

Facilities

  • Food & Drinks: At the Rainforest Tearooms, we serve a variety of tasty meals, from burgers and toasties to cakes, snacks, and kids' options. 
  • Accessible toilets: They have an accessible toilet for use. This can be found with the main toilet block and is marked on our maps.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

General Entry:

  • Adult: £16.77
  • Child (Age 2-14): £12.05
  • Senior (Age 60+): £15.72 

Pricing URL: https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/tickets

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

How about celebrating your child's birthday at the zoo?!

Your party will include:

  • Dedicated party host!
  • Enrichment making followed by a tour to see the animal's using what you've made.
  • Animal themed craft activity.
  • Decorated party room.
  • Pinata.
  • Minibeast/Bug encounter.
  • Party food is included in the price - Please enquire for options.
  • Invite Template.
  • Zoo entry for the whole day (before and after party)

Pricing & Payment

  • £270 for ten children. Extra children £20 each.
  • Parents/Guardians (2) of birthday child free.
  • Discounted rate of £11.95 general entry for extra adults.
  • Confirmation of numbers required no later than 14 days before the party.

Numbers

  • Minimum booking fee of £270 for up to ten children.
  • Maximum number of children: 20.

Learn More

OPENING TIMES

  • 10.00-16.00
  • Last entry 15.00

Address: Hemsley Conservation Centre, Crabtree Close, Fairseat, Sevenoaks, UK

Post Code: TN15 7JL

Council: Tonbridge and Mallin

County: Kent

By Bus: We are situated on the Redroute 306/308 bus route from Sevenoaks to Bluewater shopping centre.
Our nearest bus stops are:

  • Culverstone Green, opp School
  • Vigo Village, Trosley Country Road (SE-bound)
  • Vigo Village, Erskine Road (N-bound)


By Train: Our nearest train stations are

  • Borough Green + Wrotham
  • Meopham
  • Ebbsfleet International (Direct trains (15-20mins) from London St.Pancras
     

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