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Wild Wednesdays: Animal Handling

Next dates

  1. Wednesday, 22 July 2026
  2. Wednesday, 29 July 2026
  3. Wednesday, 5 August 2026

Get ready for a wild summer adventure! Every Wednesday, children can enjoy an exciting hands-on animal handling experience, meeting fascinating furry and scaly creatures while learning amazing wildlife facts from the Gardens' expert team.


Week 1 (22 July): Get hands-on with amazing furry and scaly creatures! Meet live animals, learn fun facts, and discover what it takes to care for these fascinating friends.

Week 2 (29 July): Say hello to a new group of incredible animals! Touch, explore, and uncover the secrets of some of nature's most unusual creatures.

Week 3 (5 August): Become a wildlife explorer as you meet more live animals, learn exciting facts, and enjoy a hands-on adventure with expert keepers.

Week 4 (12 August): Brave enough to hold a snake or stroke a fluffy friend? Discover amazing animals from around the world in this interactive experience.

Week 5 (19 August): Get closer than ever to a fantastic mix of animals and learn how they live, eat, and survive through fun activities and animal encounters.

Week 6 (26 August): End the summer with a wild adventure! Meet some of the Gardens' incredible animal ambassadors and enjoy one last unforgettable hands-on experience.

Sessions: 11am & 2pm every Wednesday.

Click here to book!

Categories

  • Animals + Nature
  • Shows + Entertainment

Contact details

Website:

birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk

Address:

Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Westbourne Rd, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3TR

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