Parts of the sanctuary, lakes area and aviaries will be closed to the public until further notice
The Government introduced an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across the whole UK at 5pm on Wednesday 3 November. We do NOT have this virus at Raystede but we are required to put in place a range of measures to protect our birds. We are still open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site – please book your ticket. Our animal rehoming services remain unaffected and will continue as normal; our bird rehoming service will be limited
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What's new at Raystede?

The latest news, events and stories from us at Raystede

  • News
  • 29 November 2021

The Petplan & ADCH Animal Charity Awards are coming up!

Do you know an individual or team who has gone that extra mile to help rescue and rehome animals in need? The Petplan & ADCH Animal Charity Awards are here to celebrate the outstanding work of staff and volunteers in animal charities across the UK.
  • News
  • 25 November 2021

A Christmas mission for you!

Naughty elves have hidden the animals’ letters addressed to Father Christmas around Raystede. Can you help the animals get their wish list to Father Christmas?
  • News
  • 23 November 2021

Pet advice in the community!

Look out for our Education Team in Hastings on 25th and 30th November.
  • News
  • 18 November 2021

All aboard the Santa Bus!

Come and see our Raystede crew dressed as animals on the top deck of the Santa Bus on the evening of Friday 26th November.
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