Screech Owl Sanctuary

The Screech Owl Sanctuary, near Indian Queens, is home to all the six different species of British owls, as well as those from around the world.

Many of the owls here are hand reared and so can be introduced to visitors who can stroke their feathers and see them close up.

Other owls are kept here whilst they recover from injury and are then released back into the wild.

The shop is full of souvenirs and gifts, all with an owl theme. From ornaments, to t-shirts, from mugs to notebooks, there is something for almost everyone.

Newquay Zoo

The zoo in Newquay is a popular place to visit, with a day-long programme of talks from the friendly and informative keepers.

There is time to wander around the displays of monkeys and lemurs, bats flying in the dark, sloths living in the tops of tropical trees and the lions in the enclosure.

There are several Animal Encounter sessions when visitors can have a closer look at some of the visitor-friendly inhabitants - perhaps a python or even a rat!

The Dragon Maze is a chance to try out navigation skills - so far we have never lost anyone inside!

The meerkats are very popular creatures. They post lookouts around their colony, diving in and out of the holes where they live.

Blue Reef Aquarium

You do not have to like fish to appreciate the beauties that are on display here. There are opportunities to see them being fed - to see their life cycles is a fascinating experience. Over 40 naturally-themed habitats take you on a fantastic journey from Cornish waters to exotic seas.  Come face to face with freshwater turtles, watch pulsating jellyfish and meet amazing pufferfish!

At the Aquarium's heart is the giant ocean tank where an underwater tunnel offers incredible views of giant wrasse, reef sharks and shoals of colourful fish.

A full programme of entertaining talks and feeding displays take place throughout the day.

Porfell

This animal farm is a very popular choice amongst the guests; here you will see wallabies, lemurs, porcupines and meerkats to name just a few - along with Bert the Capybara.

Porfell is both a sanctuary and an animal farm, home to many exotic and domestic creatures. Each visitor is valued as the revenue protects these animals and allows good research to be undertaken to help the wild animals in their country of origin. The farm allows for a very hands on experience and who can resist those fluffy rabbits?

Porfell is located close to Looe. Once you have finished exploring the sanctuary and farm, you are only a stone's throw away from many good shops and cafés.