Join us for a day of hands-on practical workshops and talks exploring careers in animal care and zookeeping.
This event is perfect for anyone interested in working with animals.
The day will give participants the chance to gain practical skills and an understanding of the best next steps into the sector. Participants will get the chance to get hands on with some of the tasks our animal care staff do during their day as they care for London Zoo's 10,000 animals, as well as being able to chat with our friendly animal care staff and learn about their roles and their journey to working at the world's oldest scientific zoo.
Please note – this event is for young people over the age of 16 only. Anyone under this age will unfortunately be unable to attend.
Example itinerary (subject to change)
10:00 - Introduction
10:30 - Workshop 1 - Enrichment design and creation
11:30 - Workshop 2 - Animal training theory and demonstration
12:15 - Lunch & Zoo Explore
14:00 - Workshop 3 - Animal nutrition and live food
15:00 - Q&A with senior keepers on the reality of animal care careers
Ticket information
There is a limited number of tickets, please note tickets will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. Please note – this event is for young people over the age of 16 only. Anyone under this age will unfortunately be unable to attend.
Tickets will be £75, and include:
- Zoo Entry (Zoo Closes at 6pm)
- Lunch
- Guest Speakers
- Behind the Scenes Tours
- Workshops
- Demonstrations
- Practical Activities
- Interactive Q&A
*A number of in-person tickets have been reserved free of charge for under-represented audiences. If you meet any of the following criteria, please email [email protected] to claim a free ticket:
- Those from BAME backgrounds
- Those with a disability
- Those currently or previously in receipt of Free School Meals
- Those who would be the first in the family to go to university
- Currently in care, a care leaver or a young care giver
Get in touch to claim your free ticket if you meet the criteria