Wildheart Animal Sanctuary Celebrates 50 Years
This September, Wildheart Animal Sanctuary will celebrate 50 years of conservation, compassion and connection with a special anniversary event taking place on Saturday, 19 September.
What's On
This September, Wildheart Animal Sanctuary will celebrate 50 years of conservation, compassion and connection with a special anniversary event taking place on Saturday, 19 September.
Visitors are invited to enjoy an unforgettable evening of family entertainment, featuring:
- Bubbleology displays from The Lovely Bubbly Show
- Live acoustic music from Ruby
- Glitter face painting
- Performances from Melodic Choir
- Animal talks and feeding sessions
- Roaming performances from The New Carnival Company
- A cocktail bar
- Barbecue and a selection of local food stalls
- An epic Wildheart-themed drone show finale from LumaNation
Event Details
Location: Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Isle of Wight
Date: Saturday, 19 September
Time: 5:00pm – 8:30pm
Tickets: Adults £16.50, Children £13.50, Under 3s free
The event promises to be a memorable celebration of the sanctuary's journey over the past five decades and an opportunity for visitors to join in recognising its ongoing commitment to animal welfare and conservation.
Getting There
By car: Yaverland Road, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 8QB
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