Welcome to Wetheriggs
Wetheriggs Zoo and Animal Sanctuary (Registered Charity no. 1131536) is a county-wide animal rescue centre caring for a range of animals including Shetland ponies, alpaca, rhea, numerous reptiles, amphibians and birds of prey.
The animals are usually pets that can no longer be looked after by their owners or have been swapped for animals in other rescue centres. We also have a variety of rescued wild animals.
All our full time staff are experts in Animal Management and Care. We also have a number of volunteers who dedicate a few hours a week to help care for the animals.
Opening times / admission
- November to Easter: 10am to 4pm
- Easter to end of October: 10am to 5pm
- Closed Christmas Day & New Years Day
- Adults £3.95, Children £2.95
- Family (up to 4 children) £12.50
How to find us
- We are 4 miles from Penrith; 10 miles from Appleby; 17 miles from Brough
- Find us on GoogleMaps
- For SatNav our postcode is CA10 2DH
- Ample free parking
Coaches are very welcome. If you are bringing large groups, please phone ahead so that we can be sure to make your visit as enjoyable as possible.
Check our news page for the latest updates including new arrivals and messages from Wetheriggs Director Terry Bowes.
An Eggsasperating Situation It’s always good news when the Farming Industry works closely with Animal Welfare Organisations for the benefit of livestock in their care. Problems arise when others don’t play by the same rules! More...
Are you scared of snakes, terrified by tarantulas or petrified of parrots? Well it sounds like you need to try one of our new phobia sessions!
ARE YOU A TWIT? The animals of Wetheriggs now have their own page on Twitter! To find out how you can follow and support us online check out our help spread the word page.
HELP NEEDED Please contact us if you are able to volunteer to help with the animals, in the cafe or shop or if you would like to give a donation of money or items to sell on our charity table (no clothes or electrial items). You can donate online using PayPal or a credit card. We also need items to help the animals, for example timber for building, water bottles, feeding bowls, cages, hutches for all types of animals.
BRITAIN’S FINEST Check out our listing at Britain’s Finest.
