Animal Parties and Encounters in Manchester
Wild Science brings a mobile petting zoo to Manchester homes, halls, schools, nurseries and care homes. Our friendly experts arrive with small mammals, reptiles and minibeasts for a hands-on animal encounter. Children and adults can touch, hold and learn, with an expert beside them. Our petting zoo hire covers parties, schools and events. For a truly memorable experience, choose a Mobile Petting Zoo Manchester event for your next occasion.
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What Is a Mobile Petting Zoo in Greater Manchester?
A mobile petting zoo brings the animals to you, so nobody has to travel to a zoo. We visit your home, garden, hall, school or care home across Greater Manchester. We also travel to Lancashire and the wider North West. Wild Science covers the rest of the UK too, except Northern Ireland. Our North West visits suit any event type, from a small party to a school fair. For those specifically searching for Mobile Petting Zoo Manchester, our team is ready to create a unique experience.
Each visit is a calm, guided and educational session led by a trained expert. Our sessions educate as well as entertain. It works indoors or outdoors, as long as the animals have a quiet, safe space. Our mobile petting zoo is a lively way to introduce children to wildlife. Browse the zoo experiences we offer to see more.
Animal Parties in Manchester for Birthday Parties and More
Our animal party entertainment suits every occasion. Choose birthday parties, family events, community groups or work events. It is a fun way to celebrate for all ages. A mobile petting zoo birthday party suits guests from age one upwards. At a child's party, the expert leads the whole session. You can relax with your guests. Read more about our animal party options and our kids birthday party entertainment.
Our animal parties also work as children's parties for toddlers up to teenagers. Planning a party? See our party ideas in Manchester.
What Happens at an Animal Encounter Party?
An animal encounter party follows a simple plan.
- Our expert arrives early and sets up in your chosen space.
- They introduce each animal and explain how to be gentle.
- Children meet the animals in small groups and hold them where it is safe.
- The expert shares facts about habitats, food and animal care, and answers questions.
- Guests can take photos before the expert packs up.
Which Petting Zoo Animals Can You Meet?
All our animals are friendly, calm and used to being handled. We bring a mix from these groups:
- Furry mammals: rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and rats. Meet our mammals here.
- Reptiles and amphibians: snakes, lizards, geckos, tortoises and frogs. Explore our reptiles here.
- Invertebrates: tarantulas, giant snails and stick insects. See our invertebrates here.
Birds such as chickens and ducks sometimes join too. We cannot guarantee any animal, because welfare comes first and the line-up depends on the day. Tell us the ages in your group, and we will suggest the right animals. For a bug-themed session, try our minibeasts visit.
Mobile Petting Zoo or Mobile Farm?
Some families search for a mobile farm with sheep, goats or ponies. Wild Science is different. We bring small animals and reptiles, not farm livestock. If your preference is for a Mobile Petting Zoo Manchester service, we focus on unique small animal encounters instead of traditional farm livestock.
This suits indoor spaces, flats and smaller gardens. It also gives children more kinds of animals to learn about. If you are interested in a farm day, tell us, and we will explain what we can offer. We offer a range of other animal parties and school events too.
Safe Animal Handling for Parents and Children Alike
Safety and welfare are our priority. Our experts show every guest how to hold each animal gently. Safe animal handling keeps the animals calm and the children safe. Nobody has to hold an animal, and shy guests can watch first.
Our visits are suitable for ages from one upwards, with adult support. Parents and children alike enjoy the calm pace. We encourage questions, and many families learn something new. You can read how animal encounters help children learn biology. Our post on hands-on workshops that motivate children explains why it works.
Fully Insured, Licensed and Animal Welfare First
We are fully insured, with public liability insurance of at least £5 million. All our experts are DBS checked. In England, businesses that show animals for entertainment need a council licence. We hold the licences we need. You can read the government guidance on licensing animal exhibitions.
Animal welfare comes first at every visit. We follow RSPCA guidelines, and the animals rest in a quiet room during breaks. Some people have concerns about travelling animal shows. We welcome your questions about how we care for our animals.
Mobile Petting Zoo Visits for Schools, Nurseries and Care Homes
Our visits are not only for parties. We offer these services to schools and nurseries, with sessions on life cycles, habitats and minibeasts. Education and fun go together here. Read about our primary school visits for more detail.
Care homes use our visits to bring residents joy and conversation. See our care home animal therapy page. For a fair, a fundraiser or another educational event, explore our mobile animal experiences. They also help children connect with nature. Our gallery shows past events. In summary, a Mobile Petting Zoo Manchester experience is ideal for care homes and school visits.
What Do Parents Say About Our Animal Parties?
"We had Susie for my son and his friends joint 7th birthday party. They absolutely loved it. Susie was engaging, informative and entertaining. Thanks so much for a great party"
Alison Claire Sams
"George came to our club party and engaged the children from start to finish. He answered all 1 million questions from the children, and adults, giving lots of facts and insights. By far the best entertainment we have had for all the party goers from toddler up!"
Dave
"Fantastic 7th birthday party with Susie - the kids all had a fantastic time and were totally captivated! Thanks again!"
Emma Heggarty
"Really enjoyed this experience. The interaction with the animals was spot on and the host was so knowledgeable and obviously loved his animals."
Debbie Taylor
Book a Mobile Petting Zoo in Manchester
Ready to hire a petting zoo? Call 03301131136, Monday to Friday 9:00 to 16:30 or Saturday 9:00 to 15:00. You can also email [email protected].
Prefer to book online? Fill in our contact form with your date and location. If you want a topic that is not on our website, tell us. We will create a customised session. For more information, read about what to expect at a session.
