The Big Cat Sanctuary

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

The peace and tranquillity of the site provide a sanctuary and excellent conditions for the successful breeding of the beautiful, yet endangered cats both large and small within the European Endangered Species Breeding Programme.

The Big Cat Sanctuary was the vision of Peter Sampson and the Sampson family; great credit should be given to them for their enthusiasm and determination to bring this project alive and recognition of their enduring support and enthusiasm for the charity.

History

2000

The Beginning

The Big Cat Sanctuary is located at Headcorn Road, Smarden, Kent and is set in 32 acres of grass land.

There were a few big cats on the site prior to our arrival in 2000 and especially since we became a charity in 2004, we have succeeded in growing the collection and improving the site, for the benefit of both the cats and the visitors.

The Big Cat Sanctuary will always be indebted to Peter Sampson and the Sampson family.

The Beginning

The Big Cat Sanctuary is located at Headcorn Road, Smarden, Kent and is set in 32 acres of grass land.

There were a few big cats on the site prior to our arrival in 2000 and especially since we became a charity in 2004, we have succeeded in growing the collection and improving the site, for the benefit of both the cats and the visitors.

The Big Cat Sanctuary will always be indebted to Peter Sampson and the Sampson family.

Vision & Mission Statements

Our Vision

To assist in the conservation of the world’s endangered big cats
To preserve breeding integrity
To assist the return of big cats to the wild wherever possible

Our Mission Statement

To be recognised and respected as being a centre of excellence for endangered big cats.

Achieving the Mission