What areas do you serve across the UK?

We bring the magic of Wild Science mobile animal parties across London, Essex, Kent, and surrounding counties.

Can I choose which animals come to my event?

We carry a varied mix—from rabbits and guinea pigs to birds, snakes, lizards, and insects—perfect for all age groups. While we can’t guarantee specific animals (their welfare comes first), we welcome requests and always do our best to accommodate preferences or avoid certain creatures.

What space do I need for a mobile petting zoo party?

Most standard living rooms or school halls work well. However, larger events like school assemblies or care home visits may benefit from hall space or a secure outdoor zone.

Are your animal parties safe for everyone?

All our handlers are DBS-checked, follow RSPCA animal welfare standards. We provide sanitiser stations, manage all interactions, and maintain a safe environment for both children and animals

How do I book and when should I reach out?

To secure your date, we recommend booking at least 2+ months in advance, especially during peak seasons.

Animals For Children’s Party

Best Animal Entertainment for Children’s Parties in the North East

Every child’s face lights up at the mention of animals. Imagine the joy and wonder when a birthday party or special event is filled with the magic of live animals—Wild Science, renowned for its captivating animal parties. And we bring amazing creatures directly to your venue across Newcastle, Durham, Sunderland, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Darlington, and surrounding towns.

We carefully select certain animals based on the age group and type of event, ensuring both children and adults enjoy a safe, fun, and educational animal experience.

What Makes Wild Science the Perfect Choice for Kids’ Birthday Parties?

At Wild Science, we combine education, safety, and fun in every event. Our staff members undergo DBS checks, receive training in animal care, and actively inspire young minds with their passion. With over 1,000 successful events delivered across the UK, parents regularly tell us it was an unforgettable experience and “absolutely amazing.” We follow RSPCA welfare standards, ensuring all the animals are treated with care while creating safe encounters for every age group.

Which Animals Can Children Meet at a Wild Science Party?

Our animal parties feature a variety of amazing animals, including:

Small mammals – Rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters are loved by younger children.
Reptiles – Bearded Dragons, Leopard Geckos, Crested Geckos, Corn Snakes, Royal/Ball Pythons, Tortoises and lizards that fascinate older kids.
Birds – Chickens, Ducks (Note: Birds may make an appearance but are not guaranteed)
Insects – stick insects and beetles that spark curiosity.
Invertebrates: Giant African Land Snails, Millipedes, Cockroaches, Stick Insects, Tarantulas, Scorpions

Children loved meeting different animals at recent school visits across the United Kingdom. Teachers praised the mix of fun and education.

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Why Choose a Mobile Petting Zoo in the North East?

Our mobile petting zoo brings the fun to your home, school, care home, or corporate event. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party in Newcastle, a school event in Middlesbrough, or a special event in Gateshead, we provide a tailored experience for your venue.

A typical party lasts one hour, giving kids plenty of time to cuddle guinea pigs, stroke rabbits, or meet fascinating snakes and lizards.

Do You Offer Party Packages for Every Occasion?

Yes, Wild Science designs customised party packages for birthday parties, school visits, corporate events, care homes, and special events across the North East.

Available Options

Animals and Facts parties
Open Animal Sessions
Science experiment parties (multiple themes)
Dry ice experiments (Wed-Sat, additional £35 + VAT)

Do we get to hold and stroke all the animals?

Yes, Each package includes:

Hands-on animal experiences tailored to your group’s age range.
Fun facts enhance learning by connecting with the school curriculum.
Safety-first handling and personal guidance.
Options for extended sessions or themed events.

This flexibility makes us the go-to choice for families planning the perfect party.

How Do Wild Science Animal Parties Inspire Learning?

Our events aren’t just fun — they’re educational and kids loved the animal party. Children learn about animal behaviour, habitats, and conservation through interactive sessions. Teachers often say pupils continue sharing what they learned long after the school visit.

This mix of fun and education ensures every event is more than entertainment — it’s a memory that builds confidence, curiosity, and compassion for amazing creatures.

Seasonal & Themed Workshops Available

At Wild Science, we don’t just stop at animal parties — we also bring exciting themed workshops to schools, communities, and special events. These sessions are perfect for seasonal celebrations, enrichment weeks, or fun learning days.

Science of Nature Workshop – Explore the wonders of the natural world with hands-on science activities that connect pupils with ecosystems, habitats, and the environment.

Easter Eggperiment Workshop – A fun-filled Easter special where children take part in science experiments with an Easter twist.

Animal Easter Story Show – Bring stories to life with live animals that add excitement and wonder to traditional Easter tales.

Dinosaur Workshops for Schools – Dinosaur-themed activities that ignite curiosity about prehistory.

You can book these themed workshops alongside our animal encounters, birthday parties, or school visits to make your event even more memorable, educational, and fun.

What Safety and Welfare Standards Do You Follow?

All staff are DBS-checked for your peace of mind.
Animals are cared for under RSPCA guidelines.
Stress-free handling ensures animal welfare.

Our passion for animal welfare means parents, teachers, and organisers can relax knowing both children and animals are safe.

Where We Provide Animal Entertainment for Children’s Parties

Wild Science offers animal parties, mobile petting zoos, and educational workshops across England, Scotland, and Wales. No matter where you’re based, our team can bring the fun, learning, and unforgettable experience of live animals to your venue.

We cover animal and science events within a 60-mile radius of each location:

Norwich, Norfolk – serving Norwich, Great Yarmouth, King’s Lynn, and surrounding towns.
Lincoln, Lincolnshire – covering Lincoln, Newark, Gainsborough, Scunthorpe, and nearby areas.
Durham, County Durham – reaching Sunderland, Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Darlington, and across the North East.
Southampton & Liss, Hampshire – serving Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester, Petersfield, and surrounding areas.
London (South & East) – Deptford and Walthamstow bases cover Greater London and nearby counties.
Manchester, Greater Manchester/Lancashire – serving Manchester, Bolton, Stockport, Preston, and surrounding towns.
Taunton, Somerset – covering Taunton, Exeter, Yeovil, Bridgwater, and nearby areas.
Gourock, Renfrewshire (West Scotland) – serving Glasgow, Greenock, Paisley, Ayr, Stirling, and surrounding areas.
We’re trusted by schools and families across these areas

Related Services:

School Workshops: Curriculum-aligned science and animal education
Birthday Parties: Memorable animal encounters for special celebrations
Corporate Events: Team-building experiences with wildlife
Care Home Visits: Therapeutic animal interactions for residents
Private Consultations: Expert advice on pet care and animal behaviour

We really enjoyed our experience with the reptiles, they were so calm and settled, just amazing and great ❤️

Great fun for kids the lady was very nice and the animals were cool

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!

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!!

We booked a corporate animal therapy session as part of Mental Health Awareness week, and it was truly loved by everyone. [...] Harriet was absolutely fantastic - super knowledgable, engaging and clearly passionate about every animal she introduced us to. [...] 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.

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!

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 🐔

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. 😆

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

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!

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!!!

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!

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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