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Animal Handling Party in Edinburgh

April 26, 2024

A Wild Party in Edinburgh!

Wild Science offers hands-on Animal Handling Parties in Edinburgh and across the UK. Children and families can meet reptiles, mammals, and amphibians up close, guided by expert presenters. These interactive parties combine fun and science, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Edinburgh is famous for its castles and cobbled streets—but did you know it’s also a top spot for meeting unfamiliar animals? Wild Science brings an Animal Handling Experience Party right to your home, school, or venue. We come to you with real animals—no cages, no screens, just hands-on learning and fun.

Get Close to Real Animals

Our mobile animal party includes:

Each session is calm, safe, and interactive—perfect for curious young minds.

Learn Through Touch, Story & Science

Engage in interactive experiences with Mobile Animals, where participants can interact with the animals, offering a unique opportunity to touch and feel them. Additionally, they had the opportunity to learn about these incredible animals up close. Kids interact with the animals, ask questions, and develop a deeper understanding of the real world.

Our team shares cool facts while kids interact with the animals.

  • How does a snake move without legs?
  • Why do tortoises live so long?

Mobile Animal Parties Across the UK

Although based in Edinburgh, Wild Science brings this experience to all corners of the UK.

We visit:

No need for field trips—we bring the zoo to you.

For All Ages and Abilities

Animal Handling in Edinburgh works for:

Safety First

Your child’s safety is our top priority.

Meet Animals from Around the World

In addition to being entertaining, Wild Science’s Mobile Animal Handling Experience is educational. Learn about the biology, behaviour, and importance of mobile animals in our ecosystem through interactive, educational experiences.

Depending on availability, your party might meet:

Each animal helps children learn about ecosystems, habitats, and wildlife conservation.

Real Learning, Real Smiles

Kids won’t just meet animals—they’ll discover:

It’s learning without even realizing it’s a lesson!

Events We Cover

Book an Animal Party in Edinburgh or across the UK for:

See our animals in action Click here

Supporting Wildlife and Conservation

We care deeply about animals and the environment. Through our events, we:

Every smile helps spread awareness.

Give a Wild Gift

Looking for a present that’s fun AND educational?

An Animal Handling Experience is perfect for:

What Our Guests Say

“The animal handling was amazing. Staff were expert and caring.”
“Meeting the tortoise was a highlight. It taught us about nature.”
“Our kids were glued to every moment. They loved every animal.”

Meet the Wild Science Team

Our team loves what they do. Each presenter is Passionate about animal care and Skilled at engaging children. We always focused on fun, safety, and science. Additionally, we trained to work with all age groups and SEN needs. So, there's no need to worry; your experience is in capable and kind hands.

Book Your Animal Handling Party in Edinburgh

Booking is easy:

  1. Choose your date and location
  2. Tell us about your group
  3. We bring everything—including smiles and clean up!

Book early to reserve your slot for the 2025 season.
Popular weekends fill up fast!

Whether you’re in Edinburgh or anywhere in the UK, Wild Science brings animals, learning, and excitement to you.

Book Your Animal Handling Party Today
Or contact our team for assistance in selecting the perfect session.

Testimonials

Warm thanks from our amazing clients

Joanna Jeffries

Joanna Jeffries

Location Edinburgh

An unforgettable experience. Your kids will love it! We had Susie in Edinburgh, she was exceptionally good - with the animals and the kids, and the grown-ups too! We all had an amazing time. I highly recommend booking Susie for Wild Science if you're in Scotland. So many memories made!

Chloe Robson

Chloe Robson

Location Sandylands

Suzie held an event in Sandylands holiday park today and we had a ball! every animal is well cared for and beautiful. very versed on each animals needs and nature, took the time to explain certain facts and even sat down at the end of her time to talk more on her other animals! cannot recommend suzie enough!!

Ajay Syal

Ajay Syal

We booked a corporate animal therapy session as part of Mental Health Awareness week, and it was truly loved by everyone. The animal expert Harriet was absolutely fantastic - super knowledgable, engaging and clearly passionate about every animal she introduced us to. The visit included a snake, rabbit, gerbil, snail and more - all of which were super theraputic! It was amazing to see how quickly the team relaxed and connected with the animals. Harriet created such a calm environment that even our more hesitant colleagues were soon happily holding the snake.

We can't recommend Wild Science highly enough - if you're looking to boost morale, reduce stress or just do something a little bit different for your team.

Martin McMullen

Martin McMullen

Location Saltcoats

Susie was at Parkdean in Saltcoats and it was a fantastic experience. Very knowledgeable and chatted and answered questions from children and adults. Loved it.

Made my child's summer holding a royal python!

Shannagh Aitken

Shannagh Aitken

Attended a group with my husband & kids. Youngest being 1 & it was incredible. Different kinds of animals, was able to hold what we could & pet the rest.
Thanks again for the incredible experience! Fidget was amazing & we are now thinking if adding ferrets to the family. I hope fidget enjoys his chicken 🐔

Tasha Lawson

Tasha Lawson

Location Private Hire

Kids had a total blast at Wild Science. So did mum!
We got to meet a cockroach, a snake, 2 geckos, a bearded dragon, a ferret, a mexican tarantula, and a bunny!
The lady was going to name a cockroach 🪳 after my son Leon 🤣 poor kid was peed and pooped on, it was sooo funny! Everyone had such a great time. Thanks for entertaining us. 😆

Patricia Hastie

Patricia Hastie

Location Summer Fair Gilmerton Community Centre

Animal visit (Summer Fair Gilmerton Community Centre)
The management committee would like to thank Susie and trainee Amy for bringing the animals to the Community Centres Summer Fair. Once again, they were very popular with adults and children. Those attending said they enjoyed meeting and learning about the animals up close.

Fantasea Factory

Fantasea Factory

Location Crystal Peaks Shopping Centre

We were delighted to have both Shannon & Amy attend our free family event at Crystal Peaks shopping centre this Friday. Their communication on the run-up to our event was great. On the day, the head office called us to check everything was ready & the hosts arrived in plenty of time. We had a lot of very excited guests that got to enjoy a range of fascinating creatures throughout the day. The team were great with the public & very knowledgeable about their little critters. We can't recommend Wild Science enough. Thank you for making our day so good.

Des Best

Des Best

The animal expert we were lucky enough to have from wild science was excellent. She even managed to keep the kids at a 7 year old birthday party relatively quiet and very interested. Would highly recommend.

Toni

Toni

It was a wonderful day had by all, the adults and children really had a great time every animal was explained in great detail and we will be booking them for further events

Dani Jaff Klein

Dani Jaff Klein

My son (4) and his friends had the most wonderful time! The scientist was totally able to engage their attention for over an hour and they had fun and learned so much too! Thanks for the best party!

Leah Lorentson

Leah Lorentson

We have used Wild Science for 3 years at our school. Each year they deliver wonderful sessions to Nursery and Reception children. We have never had any issues and would recommend them to everyone. The children love the experience and the animals and staff are amazing!

Jason Ewart

Jason Ewart

Thank you Wild Science for such an amazing party! Amy was super professional and had the kids eating out of the palm of her hand. My son absolutely loved the animals she brought and we were so impressed with how she handled the group (of 3-5 year olds) and gave them interesting and fun facts about each animal which kept all the kids interested and engaged. It was so much fun, we would highly recommend it!!!

Jasmine Pierce

Jasmine Pierce

Ross was absolutely amazing. So patient, kind and knowledgeable of the animals and the slime workshop. We had a party of 20 and with the madness that ensued he was always calm and reassuring for each child if they were apprehensive of holding any animal - big or small. Would 100% book Wild Science again, especially Ross.
Thank you for making our animal lovers birthday so special!

Lucia Williams

Lucia Williams

Ross came to my sons 3rd birthday, he was brilliant, the kids had a great time, the whole thing was really relaxed and everyone got a good amount of time with the animals and really enjoyed the experience - the customer service beforehand was really good, great communication and lots of questions answered - highly recommend!

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