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Do I need to book in advance?
You can buy tickets on the door, but we recommend booking online to guarantee your tickets!

Kids under 12 FREE?
One free child ticket with every paying adult ticket, any additional children are charged at £5.00

Entrance Pricing:
Day Pass – £14

Parking – £4

Opening Times?
Tues – Fri: 9:30am-4pm

Sat: 9am-4pm

Do we need to book for the Cafe?
No need to book! Please note we kindly request no picnics on site, as we rely on our café sales to help maintain our wonderful sculpture park.

Do you allow dogs? 
Yes, in all outdoor spaces and outdoor café area!

More questions? See here!

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Event on - 01st Mar, 2025

Animal Experience with ‘The Animal Family’ – 1st March

Here at the British Ironwork Centre, we are hosting ‘The Animal Family‘ from Shropshire, who will be providing some exciting animal experiences on site. They have lots to showcase, such as snakes, spiders and insects and we can’t wait to meet them!

‘Snakeman Stu’ is a huge animal fanatic who is joined with his passionate and enthusiastic family! The Animal Family are all extremely dedicated to educating the public on exactly how we can co-exist peacefully alongside these animals and develop a real passion for nature.

Tickets can be purchased at the door, however we strongly advise booking in advance to guarantee a place and avoid any disappointment.

To ensure that the event runs smoothly, we kindly ask that you arrive no later than 5 minutes before your booking.

If you wish to go into our centre before/after your booking, you’re more than welcome! However, please note that entry fees will be applicable (£14.00 for adults, £10.00 for concessions, FREE for kids, T&Cs apply)

Animal Family Website
Animal Family Facebook
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Bitesize Session
10:00am – 10:45am

Short but sweet, our ‘Bitesize’ session is perfect for younger audiences, or those with shorter attention spans!

A fantastic introduction into the animal world, in this hands-on animal experience you will be up close and personal with a variety of their exotic family members.

Tickets are £5 per person (children under the age of 1 do not require a ticket)

Book your tickets!

Family Fun Session
11:00am – 12:30pm

Meet and greet some of the animal families beloved exotic animals with this remarkable and memorable experience. Perfect for all ages!

Tickets are £7.50 per person (children under the age of 1 do not require a ticket)

Book your tickets!

Animal Fanatics Session
2:00pm – 4:00pm

Calling all fellow animal enthusiasts!!!

This session is a MUST for all animal fanatics. Hands on, educational and immersive, great for all ages.

Snakeman Stu and his family will provide an extensive meet and greet with all of their animals.
Giving plenty of opportunity for Q&A, photographs and becoming more familiar with all your favourite creatures!
Tickets are £10 per person (children under the age of 1 do not require a ticket)
Book your tickets!

Please be aware that pictures and videos are taken throughout the event for social media use. Please notify us on the day if you do not wish to be included.

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