Question 1

What do the Junior Keepers do on the day?

Accepted Answer

The Junior Keepers will join the Animal Keeping staff for the day looking after our amazing animal collection in the Animal Centre. They will work in various animal areas including the desert biome, tropical biome, husbandry room, domestic area, meerkat enclosure and the farm.

Question 2

How long does the event last?

Accepted Answer

The event starts at 10:00am and finishes at 15:00pm. Parent drop off is 9:45am and parent collection at 15:00pm.

Question 3

How will payment be taken?

Accepted Answer

Payment will be taken via Eventbrite  it is £70 but there is Eventbrite Fees to pay.

Question 4

Can a parent attend?

Accepted Answer

The Junior Keeper days are just for children, there is no provision for parents to stay. If you are looking for a family activity, then head over to our Animal Encounters Tour page which is available to anyone who is five years and over.

Question 5

How many Animal Keeping staff are there for each event?

Accepted Answer

Two Animal Keepers will be present during the event (including breaks and lunch) and will be supervising the children around the different enclosures.

Question 6

What does my child need to wear?

Accepted Answer

You will need to bring suitable outdoor clothing (especially if it is wet) and sturdy boots if you have them (walking boots or wellingtons are acceptable) strictly NO open-toed sandals or flip flops. Please wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty.

No jewellery is allowed

Question 7

What does my child need to bring?

Accepted Answer

Please bring a water bottle, a packed lunch (no nuts), suitable clothing and any medication that they need to have on them .In the summer months sun cream and hats must also be brought and applied. Please note that we are not liable for any personal belongings that are brought along on the day.

Question 8

Are photographs allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes pictures are allowed during the event, however we ask that the flash is turned off when taking pictures of the animals. Participants are liable for any possessions they bring to take pictures. We ask you to only take pictures of the animals and not other participant who are there on the day

Question 9

My child has Special Educational Needs, is this event suitable?

Accepted Answer

We would recommend contacting us through mwevents@guildford.ac.uk or giving us a call on 07854 274866. We can then advise based on more information if the event is suitable.

Question 10

I am unable to make the dates advertised, when will you be releasing more?

Accepted Answer

New dates will be added to our website and announced on our Facebook page ‘Merrist Wood Events’. You can also email us at mwevents@guildford.ac.uk and ask to be sent new dates directly when they are announced, this will also help us gauge interest.

Question 11

Are there nuts on site?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Nuts are in the animal food, if you or your child has an allergy please tell the member of staff you are emailing, and we will ensure there are no nuts in the rooms on the day.

Junior Keeper For a Day 9-12 Years Old

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