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Heads up!Tickets can be purchased on the day at the entrance. There are online discounts when you pre-book 24 hours before arrival. The Lost World Playbarn requires you to wear (minimum) a sleeved t-shirt (no vest tops), knee length shorts and a pair of socks to ride the slides. The Wave Runner will close forever on Tuesday 3rd September 2024. Please read the 'What's Open' page for more details about what is available when you visit!

Animal Encounters

Weekdays Term Times at 11.30am & 4.30pm in the Animal Encounters Barn

Animal Encounters

Weekdays Term Times at 11.30am & 4.30pm in the Animal Encounters Barn

Every day is different at Knockhatch Animal Encounters Barn and depending on the day we might have guinea pigs, rabbits, hissing cockroaches, or goats for you to hold.

There will be a member of the animal team to ensure that you handle the animals safely and securely. They will also answer any questions that you may have.

Don't forget. to wash your hands after your visit!

I held a Guinea Pig, it was so soft!

Eve, 11
When are the Animal Encounters? Are the Animal Encounters extra? Should I wash my hands afterwards? Are the animals safe? As a home educator, are there group discounts on offer?

Attraction Rules

  • Knockhatch Adventure Park reserves the right to close an amenity, toilet, ride, kiosk, animal enclosure or show without prior notice for the purposes of maintenance or staff training. Refunds will not be given in these circumstances.