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Explore the HCC: Home to rare and endangered species. Join us in our conservation mission! www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com

24/08/2024

Grab your jacket and embrace the drizzle! Experience the magic of OUR rainforest right here in Kent 🌧🌿

18/08/2024

Sunday vibes: taking it easy like Mike. ✅️

15/08/2024

🎂🎉 It's our 9th birthday! We opened our doors on this day in 2015. It's the big one next year, and we're going to celebrate in style! 🥳

28/07/2024

🌞🐾 It's set to be a sunny Sunday! 🐾🌞

Like many of our animals, our aardwolf is making the most of the glorious weekend weather 🫶

21/07/2024

🌞🦦 Plan the purr-fect summer holiday at the HCC! 🦥🐒

Bring the family for a wild adventure filled with amazing animal encounters, educational habitats, and exciting activities. From mischevious monkeys to awesome armadillos , there's something for everyone to enjoy!

🎫 https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/opening-times-admissions

20/07/2024

😍 Our squirrel monkey babies are both over a month old now, and we can't get enough! 🐒💛

16/07/2024

🎉 We are thrilled to announce that we have won TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award for 2024! 🌟 A massive thank you to all our guests for your incredible reviews and support. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without you. We're committed to providing exceptional experiences, and this recognition motivates us to continue exceeding your expectations. Here's to more unforgettable moments together! 🏆✨

01/07/2024

🌟 Number 2!🌟

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our second squirrel monkey baby two weeks ago, born to the ever-loving mum, Agnes! 🐒🎉

26/06/2024

Here at Hemsley Conservation Centre we are joining the Battersea Park Children's Zoo campaign.
🦥 Listen to Kelly-Anne Harland from the International Sloth Symposium and Sloth SOS talking about the impact that irresponsible social media usage can have on the welfare of Sloths.🦥

To find out more about the campaign, click here: https://www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/about-us/latest-news-blogs/bpcz-launches-the-sharesavvy-campaign/

25/06/2024

🌞🐾 Catching some ZZZs in the sun! Our ocelots know how to enjoy a lazy afternoon. 😴

16/06/2024

🐒🌟 Happy Father's Day! 🌟🐒

Celebrating all the amazing dads, wherever they may be, including one of our own superstar dads, who carries his twin black-tailed marmosets on his back with pride! 🐾💛

04/06/2024

☀️Soaking up the sun 😎

24/05/2024

🌅 Good morning!

Join us today at 11 AM for a special "Time for a Cuppa" event at the Rainforest Tearooms in support of Dementia UK. Let's come together for a warm cup of coffee or tea, cake, share some smiles, and make a meaningful difference. Your presence can help raise awareness and funds for a cause that affects so many!

24/05/2024

We are pleased to let you all know that at approximately 21.30 last night our team successfully recovered Rizzo, our tayra.

After tracking all sightings over the last few days, we were able to determine her most frequented spots and were able to wait in these areas for a new sighting, several of which came in at about 20.00 last night, with the final one at about 21.00 before we caught her.

We returned her to the centre last night where she spent the night catching up on her rest, with no obvious issues.
Today she will be given a full once over to make sure she is OK.

She will be by herself for a few days whilst we continue to monitor her, and will then be reuinted with her mate, Kenickie.

We are still investigating how this occurred but we are pleased with this conclusion. This outcome would not have been possible without the support of the amazing local people and businesses reporting their sightings and helping us search when these sightings came in, and we extend our thanks and gratitude to every one of you.

20/05/2024

Notice:

Yesterday morning, our keepers discovered that one of our tayra had breached their enclosure after damage to the weld mesh. More information below.

If anybody has a sighting please immediately call 07712 734556 whilst trying to keep an eye on her location.
She was last seen in the West Kingsdown area.
She will not approach people but please do not approach, attempt to catch her or corner her has she will likely be scared and nervous in such a situation.
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Our keepers are naturally distraught and her welfare is our number one priority.
We have informed the local authorities and are confident that we can recover her safely but will require your assistance in doing so, by calling the above number.
Our keepers are giving some extra TLC and banana and grape treats to her mate who is doing well.

We are conducting a full investigation, as it stands we cannot rule out foul play.
More details will follow as we have them.

Thank you for your assistance and understanding.

15/05/2024

☀️ Soaking up the evening sunshine with our adorable Parma wallabies! 🦘☀️

13/05/2024

🌿 At the HCC, we're not just about exotic animals! We're proud to support our native species too. We've had a bumper number of native bird species nesting with us this year including our first green woodpeckers!

The latest to fledge were these three Robin chicks that we were able to monitor the progress of! 🐦

04/05/2024

🌿 Dive into a wild adventure with us this Bank Holiday Weekend! 🦥 Explore our habitats, meet incredible creatures, and enjoy a full schedule of free talks and feeds. Whether you're a nature lover, animal enthusiast, or just looking for a unique day out, we've got you covered!

01/05/2024

🍰☕ Join us for a heartwarming tea and cake morning at the Rainforest Tearooms in support of Dementia UK! Indulge in delicious treats while helping raise awareness and funds for a great cause.
Connect with people in the local community that are all affected by dementia 🫂
Let's make a difference, one sip and slice at a time!

🕚 11.00am
📅 Friday 24th May
📍 The Rainforest Tearooms at the Hemsley Conservation Centre

30/04/2024

🩶 They grow up so quickly! 🐒

29/04/2024

🌞 We're thrilled to have installed our first solar panels at the zoo, powering the otter and binturong habitat🦦🌿 Taking steps towards a greener future and providing sustainable energy for our animals! 🌎 🌿

22/04/2024

🎉 Exciting News Alert! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce the arrival of not one, but TWO adorable black-tailed marmoset babies born on April 14th!

🐒🐒 Did you know? There are only around 25 individuals of this species in public zoos worldwide, and theyre becoming increasingly threatened in their native range.

Stay tuned for more updates as these tiny bundles of fur grow and explore their new world. 🌿👶👶🌿

16/04/2024

☀️ Waiting for the sun like 👀

31/03/2024

🐣 Hop into the Easter spirit with a visit to the HCC! 🐰 We're open EVERY day this Easter holiday, so gather your friends and family for a wild adventure!

Book your tickets now and get ready for a day filled with amazing animals! 🎟️🐆

https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/opening-times-admissions

30/03/2024

🌿🐣 Looking for an egg-citing way to spend Easter? Come and visit us for a day of adventure and discovery! Explore our diverse habitats and get up close with fascinating wildlife.🐾🌼

28/03/2024

❔️Did you know that Rusty spotted cats are the smallest wild cats in the world, native to the forests of India and Sri Lanka? 🇮🇳 🇱🇰
Despite their small size, they play a big role in maintaining the balance of their ecosystems! 🐱🌎

22/03/2024

🐾 Changes at the zoo! 🐾

We're thrilled to announce that two of our beloved maned wolves, Pablo and Snoop, have embarked on a new adventure with our friends at ! They're settling in wonderfully, and we couldn't be happier for them.

While we'll miss their playful antics, we're delighted to see them thrive in their new environment. Meanwhile, Carter and Marley, our remaining dynamic duo, are taking everything in their stride, and continue to bring joy to all our visitors and keepers.

Maned wolves don't naturally live in groups, and we needed to replicate that for these siblings!

Join us in wishing our departing wolves all the best in their new home. 🌟 🌿

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16/03/2024

"🌿😋 Weekend vibes at the zoo!

🐒Hang out with our adorable ring-tailed lemurs and mischevious monkeys and make unforgettable memories! 🐾

15/03/2024

🌿 Visiting us this weekend?

Keep your eyes peeled for our adorable parma wallaby joey!

❓️Did you know that parma wallabies are considered a near-threatened species due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species? They were thought extinct until a small population was rediscovered in 1965!

🎫 https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/opening-times-admissions

13/03/2024

🐆📚 Calling all teachers and educators! 📚🦥

Looking for an unforgettable field trip experience? Look no further! We are the perfect destination for school groups, with engaging educational programs and up-close encounters with incredible animals. 🐾

Hurry, spots are filling up fast! Book your school group visit today!

🔗 All the info you need can be found here: https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/education

Address

Hemsley Conservation Centre, Crabtree Close, Fairseat
Meopham
TN157JL

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+441732912217

Website

http://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/

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🌏 Happy World Echidna Day! 🦔🌏 Join us in celebrating these unique, spiky wonders of nature! Echidnas, with their incredible adaptability and ancient lineage, play a vital role in their ecosystems. Today, we've been raising awareness about their conservation and the amazing features that make them one of Earth's most fascinating species!

Here at Hemsley Conservation Centre we are joining the Battersea Park Children's Zoo #ShareSavvy campaign. 🦥 Listen to Kelly-Anne Harland from the International Sloth Symposium and Sloth SOS talking about the impact that irresponsible social media usage can have on the welfare of Sloths.🦥 To find out more about the campaign, click here: https://www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/about-us/latest-news-blogs/bpcz-launches-the-sharesavvy-campaign/

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the birth of our first-ever squirrel monkey baby, born to first-time mum, Beau! 🐒💖 Both mum and baby are doing great and the little one is growing with every day that passes. Keep your eyes peeled on your next visit and keep checking our socials for updates!

🎉 Exciting News Alert! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce the arrival of not one, but TWO adorable black-tailed marmoset babies born on April 14th! 🐒🐒 Did you know? There are only around 25 individuals of this species in public zoos worldwide, and theyre becoming increasingly threatened in their native range. Stay tuned for more updates as these tiny bundles of fur grow and explore their new world. 🌿👶👶🌿

🐒🦥It's the last week of the Easter holidays! Who's coming to visit? 👀🙌 👉 Get your tickets here: https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/opening-times-admissions

🧡 Being this cute should be a crime 🌿

🎄✨ GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎁✨ Spread the holiday cheer with our Christmas giveaway! 🌟 Win a "Meet the Meerkats for Two" experience! 🐾 To enter: 1. Make sure you have LIKED our page 👍 2. SHARE this post 🔄 3. TAG the person you'd bring along 🤝 👶 Suitable for ages 5+, this unique adventure is perfect for making memories! 🌈 Winner will be contacted on Christmas Eve. 🎅 Stay tuned for more giveaways later this week! Experience terms and conditions apply. 🎉 #ChristmasGiveaway

🌿 Our squirrel monkey troop is settling into a brand-new habitat this week! 🐒✨ Who's planning to swing by and meet our playful residents this Christmas holiday? 🎄 #visitkent #christmasholidays #squirrelmonkey

🦁📹 Exploring the Wild Nightlife at the Zoo! 🌙 Our furry and spikey friends don't hit pause when the keepers clock out! 🕰️ Thanks to CCTV cameras, we peek into their nocturnal antics, ensuring their well-being and health around the clock. Here is one of our resident porcupines exploring and even scent marking his enclosure 👀 #ZooLife #BehindTheScenes 🌳🌐

🙌 Big thanks to the anonymous donor for providing morioworms and mealworms from our Amazon Wishlist. As you can see our black tailed marmosets loved them! Your generosity makes a difference! 🐒 Consider joining in and supporting our cause by checking out our Amazon Wishlist https://amzn.eu/3VBlpmU – every contribution helps ensure the well-being of our furry friends. 🛍️🐾 #ZooSupport #DonateNow

🦁🎉 Unleash the wild side of Black Friday at the HCC! Enjoy a roaring 20% off ALL experiences until Monday using code 'blackfriday'. Plus, dive into savings with £5 off general entry on weekdays throughout November, December and January! Use code 'december5' when booking in Nov and Dec and 'january5' when booking your tickets for Jan. (Excludes weekends, bank holidays and half term) 🐼✨ Don't miss out on this paws-itively amazing deal! #WildBlackFriday #ZooAdventures 🦓🌿

🥒 Courgette is life! 🌿🦥 Book your spot for an unforgettable sloth encounter in our Rainforest VIP experience. 🌐🌿 🔗 https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/rainforestvip

👌 We're thrilled you had a great time Nicola! 👉 Check out all of our animals experiences at https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/experiences

⚠️ Due to today's weather forecast, we are staying closed today (2nd Nov).

🕓 Now the clocks have changed, so have our opening hours for winter! 👉 10.00-16.00

Thanks Andy! 🙌

"We absolutely love reading your fantastic visitor reviews! 📚✨ Your feedback fuels our enthusiasm for making your experience even better. ❤️ . . . . . . #VisitorReviews #LoveOurGuests"

🤗 Plans this bank holiday weekend? 🤔 Come and hang around with us! 🦥 (see what we did there? 🥲) 🎫 https://www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/opening-times-admissions

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Our Story

Opening in August 2015, the HCC offers visitors the chance to see some of the world’s most endangered and least understood species! We work as part of a large network of zoos, safari parks and wildlife centres around the world to ensure the survival of the species we care for.

We strongly believe that getting people closer to wildlife in a safe, fun, yet educational manner is the best way to inspire people about wild animals, their habitats and their conservation.

We’re also expanding and looking forward to welcoming a range of new animals and species to the centre in the coming months as well as brand new visitor facilities.