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Events

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DOGGY FUN DAY
21ST SEPTEMBER

Get ready for a tail-wagging day out the whole family will love! Join us at Hopefield Animal Sanctuary for a day packed full of fun activities for dogs and humans alike – all while supporting the 700+ rescued animals who call Hopefield home.

What’s on:

🐕 Novelty Dog Show with 10 classes to enter
🎾 Doggy Ball Pit
🐾 Dog Agility Course
🛍️ Trade Stalls
🎨 Paw Print Art Station
📸 Fun Photo Stations
🍔 BBQ & Saddle Up Bar
🚌 Soft Play Bus & Inflatables for the kids
…plus so much more!

🐶 Don’t miss out – this is one for the diary!

CARS & CRAFTS
28TH SEPTEMBER

Join us for a relaxed, family-friendly day celebrating beautiful motors, talented makers, and the amazing animals who call Hopefield home.

Classic cars to admire | Handcrafted stalls to browse & shop | Bouncy castles & a soft play bus for the kids | BBQ & fully licensed bar | Meet our incredible rescued residents

Vehicle entries: Please do not bring a car to display unless you have successfully applied and received confirmation. Space is very limited and we won’t be able to accept vehicles on the day.

Every ticket helps animals in need — all proceeds support the care of our 600+ rescued animals. We can’t wait to welcome you!

exotic animal weekend
4th & 5th October

Come and meet ALL of our amazing rescued animals, including our exotic residents like meerkats, skunks, foxes, parrots, birds of prey, and so much more! We can only have these animals on public display 6 days a year, so don’t miss out!

We can only have these animals on public display 6 days a year, so don’t miss out! Make a day of it with your family, with additional activities including:

BBQ
Saddle Up Bar
Soft Play Bus
Exotic Animal Trail

*Note: Free entry passes are non-redeemable on these weekends

AFTERNOON TEA
12TH SEPTEMBER

Your ticket includes general admission to the sanctuary, where you can meet and learn about over 600 rescued animals who now live in safety and comfort thanks to your support. Afternoon Tea Includes:

- 4 delicious finger sandwiches
- 1 freshly baked scone
- 1 serving of plant-based butter
- 1 Tiptree jam jar
- 1 cherry bakewell cake
- 1 rich chocolate brownie
- Unlimited tea & coffee

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with friends and family, surrounded by nature and animals, knowing that every penny goes directly towards caring for our residents. Book now to secure your spot and help us continue our vital rescue and rehabilitation work!

HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
25th OCT - 2nd Nov

Our Halloween Festival is BACK and BIGGER THAN EVER BEFORE! Whether you've got little ones who love a fright, or more timid ghouls, there's something for everyone.

Here's what is included:
- Spooky Barn
- Indoor Pumpkin Picking
- Pirate Treasure Trail
- Halloween Arts & Crafts
- Meet our Creepy Crawlies
- Fangtastic Character Walkarounds
- Fright-Free Zone
- Goodie Bag
- General Admission to the Sanctuary

Don't miss out on all the frightful fun! Free return vouchers can be redeemed, but if you're visiting with children, a wristband will need to be purchased for them for £4.50 (online) or £6 (on the door). There are both indoor and outdoor activities, so the event will go ahead come rain or shine!