South of England Rare Breeds Centre

Last Updated on February 17, 2024 by Suzy McCullough

Things to do at South of England Rare Breeds Centre review

The South of England Rare Breeds Centre is located in Woodchurch near Ashford, Kent. They offer indoor and outdoor animal encounters plus there is a play barn and restaurant.

They are the only rare breed centre in Kent and they are approved by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. Their animals include poultry, guinea pigs, birds of prey and goats. Plus horses, sheep, pigs, aviary birds and cattle.

The centre has a group of trained owls, hawks and falcons some of which you can see during flying displays. They also run bird-of-prey experiences. Also on-site there is a discovery garden and play parks with swings, slides and climbing flames. There is even a giant tube maze, zip wire, wooden hill fort and an outdoor assault course.

Set in their woodland you will find the Mysterious Marsh Adventure trail. There are wooden bridges, tyres, balancing bars and more. Plus a Big Red Trailer Ride which can drop you off at the Advneute trail. They also have pig racing, a butterfly tunnel, woodland walks and a children’s barn. In the children’s barn, you can meet a number of their friendly farmyard animals. Meet the animal sessions are held daily. Also inside there is a soft play area.

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