2023 Open Day Tickets LIVE! - The Big Cat Sanctuary

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About The Big Cat Sanctuary

Our Story

The Big Cat Sanctuary is set in the heart of the countryside at Smarden, near Ashford in Kent.

The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent is a centre dedicated to the conservation of wild cats, with the objectives of welfare, breeding, education and conservation. The initiatives undertaken are a vital part in saving some of the planet’s most endangered and iconic species from extinction. 

The Sanctuary is proud to have contributed to the accredited global breeding programmes as well as donating to in-situ conservation projects. The centre offers personal big cat experiences including overnight stays, photography workshops, ranger days and educational tours.

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Welcome to The Big Cat Sanctuary

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Adopt our cats
Adoption Shen
By adopting Shen you will help fund his day to...
Adoption Inka
By adopting Inka you will help fund her day to...
Adoption White Lion Pride
By adopting a cat you will help fund their day...
Adoption Luka
You can now adopt Luka! The handsome Amur Leopard! By...
Adoption Kirana
You can now adopt Kirana! The gorgeous Sumatran Tiger! By...
Adoption Baikal
By adopting Baikal you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Qara
By adopting Qara you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Keira
By adopting Keira you will help fund her day to...
Adoption Neron
By adopting Neron you will help fund his day to...
Adoption Kasanga
Kasanga steals the hearts of all who meet him! His...
Adoption Aquarius
By adopting Aquarius you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Viktoria
Viktoria is very beautiful with dark features, taupe coloured gems...
Adoption Athena
By adopting Athena you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Jack
By adopting Jack you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Griffin
By adopting a cat you will help fund their day...
Adoption Samia
By adopting Samia you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Jua
By adopting a cat you will help fund their day...
Adoption Petra
Petra was born at Norfolk Wildlife Park (which is now...
Adoption Jethro
Jethro was born in a very large litter of six...
Adoption Ta’iri
By adopting Ta’iri you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Atara
By adopting Atara you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Laila
By adopting Laila you will help fund her day to...
Adoption Yarko
By adopting Yarko you will help fund his day to...
Adoption Valentina
By adopting Valentina you will help fund her day to...
Adoption Yazhi
By adopting Yazhi you will help fund her day to...
Adoption Xizi
By adopting Xizi you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Puna
By adopting Puna you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Amasia
By adopting Amasia you will help fund their day to...
Adoption Willow
By adopting Willow you will help fund her day to...
Adoption Maya
You can adopt the main star of the hit show...
Latest News
New series of One Zoo Three!
Wildcats Conservation Alliance
The Big Cat Sanctuary has recently donated £2,000 to our...
Donate your Christmas tree!
We are accepting REAL Christmas tress! Donate £5 to the...
Newest arrival, Leia the Amur leopard!
We are delighted to announce our newest arrival at The...
Perfect Christmas Gifts!
Christmas is just around the corner and how else to...
Sad news about Joy, White lioness
The Big Cat Sanctuary is afraid to announce on Friday...
2023 Open Day tickets out now!
Christmas has come early! 2023 Open Day tickets are here!...
A guide to Leopards
  What is a Leopard? A leopard is a well...
A guide to the Lynx
What is a Lynx? The lynx, a member of the...
Membership
Big Cat Sanctuary Membership (gift) £8 per month
Big Cat Sanctuary Membership (gift) £10 per month
Membership from as little as £10 per month.
Big Cat Sanctuary Membership – Your Choice
Big Cat Sanctuary Membership (Gift) – Your Choice
Big Cat Sanctuary £6 Membership – Yearly
Big Cat Sanctuary £8 Membership – Yearly
Big Cat Sanctuary £10 Membership – Yearly
Big Cat Sanctuary £12 Membership – Yearly
Big Cat Sanctuary Membership £6 per month (Copy)
Big Cat Sanctuary Membership £6 per month
Big Cat Sanctuary Apex Membership – Yearly
Big Cat Sanctuary Membership (gift) £6 per month

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Stay overnight at the Sanctuary!

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