Group Visits

Ponderosa are very happy to accept group or class bookings, and offer a wide choice of activities to teachers and group leaders. We have educational guided tours, play barn use and activities in animal welfare/husbandry. 

Options at Ponderosa Zoo...

We at Ponderosa want everyone to benefit from their visit and we are more than willing to discuss with you any individual requirements you may have. It may be that you want to include more of a specific activity to tie in with project or curriculum work you may already be involved in. Please inform us of your requirements and we will accommodate you to the best of our ability.

General Admission

General Admission Only	Price per participant
General admission into the zoo only	£5 (per child) £3 (per disabled child) £3.50 (per disabled adult)

One Additional Activity 

Choose one option below:	Price per participant
30 minute zoo tour - Given by one of our zoo keepers 30 minute exclusive use of our play barn - (Children 8 years and under) 20 minute animal encounter - Meet our rabbits, guinea pigs and tortoises	£7.50 £6.50 (per disabled participant)

Two Additional Activities  

Choose two options below:	Price per participant
30 minute zoo tour - Given by one of our zoo keepers 30 minute exclusive use of our play barn - (Children 8 years and under) 20 minute animal encounter - Meet our rabbits, guinea pigs and tortoises	£8.50 £8 (per disabled participant)

All Activities

Includes ALL options listed below:	Price per participant
30 minute zoo tour - Given by one of our zoo keepers 30 minute exclusive use of our play barn - (Children 8 years and under) 20 minute animal encounter - Meet our rabbits, guinea pigs and tortoises	£9 £8.50 (per disabled participant)

Additional Information

• A classroom can be hired for the day at an additional charge of £50
• All accompanying adults are priced at £6 throughout all options above
• Must be a minimum group size of 10 participants - not including accompanying adults
• Carers are charged at £2.50 throughout all options
• 1 free adult for every 6 children with all group bookings
• All activities begin at 10.30am
• Bookings can only be made via telephone. To book now please call us on 01924 235 276

Teacher Information

Our mission

To provide everyone, regardless of age and background or ability, access to an enjoyable, exciting experience in an open environment based on sustainability and education.

Pricing and information about our Education Packs can be found under Plan Your Visit

Key aims

• To provide a full and comprehensive education service that is relevant for learners from pre-school into retirement
• To achieve and maintain farm for School and Access to Farms status as a recognised quality standard for education provisions in Farms
• To promote the creative use of farms as a resource that inspires learning
• To actively involve the participation of all staff in the development and delivery of education services, supported by appropriate management arrangements and training
• To support the educational aims and promotion of the Zoo Licensing Act to encourage participation and public understanding of the animals and environment around us
• To facilitate student placements when possible and to create links with local colleges and universities
• To support and encourage family learning through a programme of events and activities
• More information can be found in our Education Policy and Vision document which can be downloaded from this page. (See Below).

General Information

Please download the General Information Document. It contains current information about bookings, prices, group sizes, parking and information to help you organise your visit.

Safety Guidelines for Schools and Groups

As we endeavour to make sure that all visitors enjoy their day it is just as important to ensure that all our visitors are safe during their time here. We have worked along side a number of schools to put these guidelines together to help you understand your responsibilities during the visit. Please download the safety guidelines document well in advance of your visit.

Risk Assessment for Ponderosa Rare Breeds Farm

Please download the Risk Assessment example for specific details of your trip. Please note that this is an example and the risks must be assessed by you

Education Policy and Vision Document

This Document outlines our Mission, Key aims and objectives, and our commitment to education through ongoing consultation with education providers.

Downloads

Risk Assessment for Ponderosa Rare Breeds Farm

Education Policy and Vision Document

Visitor General Information, Safety & Guidance

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