Due to the England-wide Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, our Aviaries, lakes and Sanctuary area are closed to the public. We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site.

Café Raystede will be closed for general maintenance from Friday 2 January, reopening on Saturday 17 January.

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Hamster care guide

Learn more about how to meet the needs of your hamster:

Find out how to create a suitable and stimulating living environment for your hamster
Get tips on how to keep your hamster healthy
Read our advice on providing a nutritious diet
Discover how to promote your hamster's natural behaviour

Choose the online version to work through at your own pace and watch our handy film guides or choose the printable version to download a paper copy.

Online Printable