Please Note!

Due to the current Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, our Aviaries and fowl areas remain closed to the public. Good news - the terrapin sanctuary and dog walk have now reopened. We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still very much open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site.

All About Cats Day

Visit Raystede on Saturday 7 March for a day devoted to our feline friends. Booking essential.

Calling all cat lovers!

Whether you're an experienced owner, thinking about adopting, or simply curious to learn more – come along to Raystede for an exciting day All About Cats.

Book your FREE tickets now

Calling all cat lovers!

Whether you're an experienced owner, thinking about adopting, or simply curious to learn more – come along to Raystede for an exciting day All About Cats.

Book your FREE tickets now

On the day:

Expert talks for current and future cat owners, plus:

Creating a purr-fect home for your cat
Find out what your house needs to make it the purr-fect home for a feline friend.

Learn to speak cat
Discover how cats use their whole bodies, from ears to tail, to communicate their feelings to us.

Golden oldies
Get some ideas and advice on how to provide extra care for your more mature moggies.

Thinking of getting a cat
Adoption, fostering and purchasing advice and myth-busting

Ask the expert
Speak to our cattery team about any cat queries you might have

Unwanted cat goods
Bring along all of those toys and treats which you bought for your cat (and they ignored!) to donate and help us raise money to care for our animals

Family trail
Follow Gizmo the cat's story from rescue to rehoming.

Cat merchandise and shopping
Discover cat related products in our on site shops!

Did you know?

  • Cats can sleep for up to 20 hours a day! But when they are awake, engagement, play and enrichment is vital for a healthy cat's wellbeing.
  • Only 74% of cats are microchipped, despite it being a legal requirement in the UK.
  • Older cats can be easier to settle into a new home than younger ones!

Speak to our experts to discover more fascinating facts about these creatures!

Did you know?

  • Cats can sleep for up to 20 hours a day! But when they are awake, engagement, play and enrichment is vital for a healthy cat's wellbeing.
  • Only 74% of cats are microchipped, despite it being a legal requirement in the UK.
  • Older cats can be easier to settle into a new home than younger ones!

Speak to our experts to discover more fascinating facts about these creatures!

Visitor testimonials from last year's event:


“It was great fun and any pet owner or future pet owner should attend, you can never have too much information.”


"Always impressed by the knowledge of the Animal Care Teams and that the animal welfare is paramount during these events."