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Creepy Critters Workshop by ZooLab UK at Bowood

Bowood House & Gardens, Bowood, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0LZ
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'Creepy Critters' returns this Autumn at Bowood, so when you visit us, please book onto this workshop. A must for Halloween.

Get up close and hands-on with real live animals at 'Creepy Critters', hosted by ZooLab UK. Meet the likes of Snakes, Giant Snails, Tarantulas and more in this interactive show - the perfect addition to the spooky Halloween Holidays.

These fun 45 minute indoor workshops will give children insights into amazing creatures and their behaviour, including fun facts and the opportunity to hold one of them (if you are brave enough!).

Price £8.00 per child (with free entry into the workshop for one accompanying parent).

The workshop is NOT included in normal House & Gardens Day Tickets, House & Gardens admission fees apply, a separate Day Ticket will need to be purchased to gain access into the House & Gardens for the workshop.

Workshop Dates

Tuesday 28th October*, Wednesday 29th October, Thursday 30th October, Friday 31st October* and Saturday 1st November*, located in the Gardeners' Bothy.

*We have added workshops in the afternoons on these dates due to popularity.

General Notes:

Please note we ask you to take care if you have any 'creature' phobias.
Creatures are subject to change during each session due to welfare.
All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for well-behaved children from 2 years old and upwards.
Not suitable for under 2 years old or babies.
Children must be kept under control by accompanying adults to avoid disrupting the sessions.
Each workshop will last for around 45 minutes and group size will be limited to 25 children per session due to space available.
Only one parent/guardian will be allowed to accompany each child due to the space available.
If you wish to book another parent/guardian, please just purchase an additional ticket.
Advance booking is required, and places are limited.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, and workshops will go ahead whatever the weather.
ZooLab UK was established in 1997 and prides itself of on offering ethical animal encounters with a focus on engaging children through education.

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Guide Prices

£8.00 per person,
Creepy Critters is separate to Bowood's general Admission Fees and additional fees may apply. Please note that Creepy Critters requires the purchase of a Day Ticket, unless you are a Season Ticket Holder for Bowood.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Opening Times

Season (28 Oct 2025 - 1 Nov 2025)

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