Looking for children's animal experience in Greater Manchester? Meet ZooLab Ranger Chris and discover hands-on animal workshops for schools, care homes, parties and events near you. Chris Oldfield ZooLab Ranger Licence Number: AAL0136 Chris joined ZooLab in 2022 and works in Wigan and the surrounding areas. Chris has degree in music, and prior to working at ZooLab, was a teaching assistant for 5 years. He’s always been passionate about wildlife and conservation and spends his time studying wildlife in areas such as Rainforest. He’s also completed his big cats diploma level 3. "I’ve previously worked in Namibia, relocating desert lions to keep a safe distance from humans. Working with ZooLab helps me continue my conservation work in the UK." Bird watcher Chris loves our feathered friends. He's our resident twitcher and can identify a number of species. The beat goes on Apart from animals, Chris' other passion is music! He's been playing drums for over 20 years Chris in Africa ZooLab sent Chris to Africa to help protect endangered rhino at Mankwe Wildlife Reserve. "My favourite ZooLab animals are Ghost, Spirits and Shadow. They are inquisitive, intelligent, and sociable - a joy to have really!" BOOK NOW

Find out everything you need to know about ZooLab. We're the UK's #1 for ethical animal encounters.​ Our ZooLab presenters, each with their own 'animal team' work closely with early years, schools, businesses and in the care sector to achieve learning and organisational outcomes that engage people of all ages in an informative way through in person Hello Little Explorers! Visit our YouTube channel to see this week's video. Watch now! Inspiring Curiosity Through Ethical Animal Encounters Since 1997 For nearly 30 years, ZooLab has been helping people connect with animals, nature and the wider world through unforgettable educational experiences. Meet Our Rangers Get a Quote Company Established in 1997 Nationwide Ranger Network Award-Winning Educational Experiences Ethical Animal Welfare Standards Our Story ZooLab was founded with a passion for animals, education and making a positive difference. What started as a small team has grown into a nationwide network of expert Rangers delivering thousands of inspiring workshops every year. Nearly 30 Years of Inspiring Learning 1997 ZooLab is founded in Scotland as a family business 2005 We expanded our Ranger network across the UK 2015 Launched therapy and wellbeing programmes 2026 Today, we're the UK’s #1 for ethical animal encounters Our Vison To educate, inspire and influence today for a more informed and sustainable tomorrow. Our Mission To inspire people of all ages through ethical animal encounters and ignite a love for nature. The Values That Guide Us Animals The wellbeing of our animals always comes first Learning We create educational experiences Wellbeing We support positive emotional wellbeing Quality We deliver the highest standards in everything we do Sustainability We protect the planet and inspire others to do so too Animal Welfare Comes First Every encounter is carefully designed around the welfare of our animals and the best learning outcomes for our audiences. Ethical Animal Care - We follow strict welfare protocols and never compromise on care Licensed & Experienced - Our Rangers are fully trained, DBS checked and experts in animal handling Positive Encounters - Our animals are chosen for their ability to educate and inspire Meet The People Behind ZooLab Our Rangers are passionate animal experts who bring learning to life. We have a national network of ZooLab Rangers, each with their own ‘animal team’ who work with schools, nurseries, care homes and businesses across the UK. Meet the Rangers! Protecting the Planet We Teach About We actively support conservation projects and are committed to reducing our environmental impact. We support wildlife and habitat conservation across the UK and beyond. From eco-friendly workshops to reducing plastic and carbon emissions. Learn more! Best Curriculum-Centred Animal Encounters Company 2026 - Scotland UK Enterprise Awards Award for Excellence in Ethical Animal Workshops 2026 - Scotland UK Enterprise Awards Best Ethical Hands-on Animal Encounters Provider 2026 UK LUXlife’sPet Products and Services Awards Best Animal Encounter Provider 2025 Scottish Enterprise Awards We've won awards. “We were SO impressed with Eleanor! She kept a challenging class completely hooked and was extremely knowledgeable about the animals." Hutton Cranswick Community Primary School We've worked with... Ready to Book an Unforgettable Experience? Interactive animal experiences for schools, care homes, events and wellbeing programmes, delivered by expert ZooLab Rangers. BOOK NOW

ZooLab's Workshop of the Month - Biomimicry ZooLab and EngineeringUK have created a brand-new interactive Biomimicry show. It takes an up-close look at the animals that are inspiring engineers to help us humans. A Zoolab and Engineering UK Show We're exploring the wild side of STEM! Book Now! How nature inspires engineers and scientists to help us humans. Zoolab and EngineeringUK have created a brand-new interactive Biomimicry show. It takes an up-close look at the animals that are inspiring engineers to help us humans. With Zoolab's expert presenters and animal handlers, students will get to meet the likes of lizards, frogs, tarantulas, cockroaches and snakes as they learn about the real work engineers are doing to create new materials, robots and technologies. BOOK NOW! Key concepts: 01. Environmental Issues 02. Biological and Chemical Engineering 03. Adaptations & Evolution 04. Mechanical Engineering 05. Material Engineering Subjects: 01. Biology 02. Engineering 03. Chemistry 04. Physics 05. Design and Technology Topics: 01. Biotechnology 02. Electronics, robotics and programming 03. Materials, products and manufacturing 04. Structures, civil engineering and construction 05. Chemical engineering 06. Energy and environment 07. Mechanical engineering, systems and processes 08. Transport 09. Design, art and fashion 10. Medicine and healthcare “We have worked with Engineering UK to create a show that is as informative and inclusive to all genders, ethnicities and demographics. Together, we hope to encourage young people to consider STEM as a career path.” PHIL BURNETT | ZOOLAB RANGER BOOK NOW! CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our storybook workshops are perfect for older audiences. MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you? MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on.

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We regularly work with the Natural History Museum on many of their existing events, such as opening parties for new exhibits and the Dinosnores events. ZooLab’s animal handling encounters are able to give visitors an added dimension to their exploration into the natural world. Hello Little Explorers! Visit our YouTube channel to see this week's video. Watch now! ZooLab at Blenheim Palace Corporate Case Study We regularly partner with Blenheim Palace to help entertain and educate families visiting the estate throughout the year - and their Easter programme was one of the biggest highlights of the season. Corporate Services Get a Quote The Challenge Blenheim Palace wanted a corporate experience that would: Add something extra special to their packed Easter line-up Replicate the success of their previous family events Engage and inspire young people with real animals Our Solution Our bespoke “Egg-citing Encounters” workshops provided hands-on animal handling and plenty of laughs for families of all ages. Guests met an incredible range of animals, learning all about how different species lay eggs, survive in the wild and care for their young. For many children, it was their very first time handling exotic animals. By combining immersive live experiences with hands-on learning, the partnership helped Blenheim Palace build on the success of its seasonal events while giving visitors an unforgettable wildlife adventure. The Impact Over four days, our team delivered five high-energy shows every day as part of Blenheim Palace’s hugely popular Easter celebrations. We entertained hundreds of visitors over the course of the Easter weekend Feedback from surveyed guests revealed that the ZooLab experience was one of the standout highlights of their Easter weekend Positive Feedback 100% Community Engagement Stronger Inspiring Experiences Memorable Palace Values and Mission Alligned "INSERT QUOTE INSERT QUOTE INSERT QUOTE.” BLENHEIM PALACE | OXFORDSHIRE The Experience Guests enjoyed up-close encounters and fascinating facts, making it a highlight of their day. Why Choose ZooLab for Corporate Events? The UK's #1 for ethical animal encounters Experienced Rangers & educators Fully licensed & committed to animal welfare Tailored experiences for your goals & audiences Inspiring learning, engagement & conservation Learn More About ZooLab Interactive animal experiences for schools, care homes, events and wellbeing programmes, delivered by expert ZooLab Rangers. ABOUT US BOOK NOW

We regularly work with the Natural History Museum on many of their existing events, such as opening parties for new exhibits and the Dinosnores events. ZooLab’s animal handling encounters are able to give visitors an added dimension to their exploration into the natural world. ZooLab Adventure Trails - perfect for every season. Let your guests go WILD as they discover our ZooLab characters. Find out more! Blenheim Palace We regularly partner with Blenheim Palace to help entertain, inspire and educate families visiting the estate throughout the year - and their Easter programme was one of the biggest highlights of the season. Following the success of previous family events, Blenheim Palace wanted to add something extra special to their packed Easter line-up. That’s where ZooLab came in! Across the busy Easter weekend, ZooLab delivered interactive live animal shows inside the Palace’s Big Top tent, giving visitors the chance to get closer than ever to the natural world. BOOK NOW Our bespoke “Egg-citing Encounters” workshops combined hands-on animal handling, fascinating animal facts and plenty of laughs for families of all ages. Guests met an incredible range of animals including snakes, tarantulas, cockroaches, lizards and scorpions, learning all about how different species lay eggs, survive in the wild and care for their young. For many children, it was their very first time handling exotic animals up close. By combining immersive live experiences with hands-on learning, the partnership helped Blenheim Palace build on the success of its seasonal events while giving visitors an unforgettable wildlife adventure. "Insert quote insert quote insert quote insert quote insert quote insert quote insert quote insert quote insert quote insert quote." BLENHEIM PALACE | OXFORDSHRE We entertained hundreds of visitors. Over four days, our team delivered five high-energy shows every day as part of Blenheim Palace’s hugely popular Easter celebrations. The response was fantastic. Feedback from surveyed guests revealed that the ZooLab experience was one of the standout highlights of their Easter weekend! Meet the gang! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! Meet the animals Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on Check out our workshops Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes Meet the Rangers We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you? Looking for something different? Check out our workshops Book now!

We regularly work with the Natural History Museum on many of their existing events, such as opening parties for new exhibits and the Dinosnores events. ZooLab’s animal handling encounters are able to give visitors an added dimension to their exploration into the natural world. ZooLab Adventure Trails - perfect for every season. Let your guests go WILD as they discover our ZooLab characters. Find out more! Natural History Museum Opened in 1881, this world-class visitor attraction welcomes over five million visitors a year. The Natural History Museum encourages learning through discovery of their unique collections and the natural world. We regularly work with the NHM on many of their existing events, such as new exhibit opening parties and their Dinosnores events. The museum wanted to capitalise on the success of these events and introduce ZooLab shows during their busy holiday schedule. ZooLab’s animal handling encounters are able to give visitors an added dimension to their exploration into the natural world. BOOK NOW The name dinosaur means 'terrible lizard'. With this in mind, we designed a show linking our exotic creatures to the dinosaurs found in the Natural History Museum. Our bespoke workshop travelled back in time to the Jurassic period to compare some of the dinosaurs to their evolutionary cousins – our ZooLab animals. Due to the popularity of our sell-out sessions in February, the museum added extra sessions the following month; 4 shows each day in April. "We’ve been working with ZooLab for years! It’s really important to improve engagement and get more families involved in these events." NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | LONDON We entertained over 300 people a day. Over two days in February 2023, we performed to 618 people and allowed each one to get up-close and hands-on with our animals. We received amazing visitor feedback. The response has been positive. According to the Natural History Museum, 96.5% agreed that they ‘enjoyed’ their ZooLab session. Meet the gang! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! Meet the animals Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on Check out our workshops Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes Meet the Rangers We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you? Looking for something different? Check out our workshops Book now!

Whether you’re buying a gift, or want a new books to add to your home collection, you can find the ideal children's book here. Find out more! All our ZooLab Rangers are totally WILD! What's their favourite animal? We've written a book! Bunji’s Big Clean Up is a heartwarming children’s story about friendship, teamwork, and the importance of protecting our environment. Bunji the frog loves swimming in his beautiful pond, but when he finds it polluted with trash, he’s devastated. With the help of his friend Riley the rat, they work together to clean up the mess and restore the pond to its natural beauty. BUY NOW A fun, feel good book! This story teaches young readers about the power of small actions, the importance of teamwork, and how we can all make a difference in caring for the planet. With charming illustrations and a rhythm-filled narrative, this book is perfect for kids who love nature and learning how to be responsible caretakers of their world. BUY NOW “We’ve always believed that education and engagement go hand-in-hand at ZooLab, which is why we wanted to create a story that would inspire children to take an active role in preserving nature,” ANNA FRNECH | ZOOLAB RANGER BUY NOW We're WILD about education! A charming and educational story perfect for children aged 2 - 6. Vibrant, full-colour illustrations that captivate young readers. A focus on environmental themes like habitat preservation, waste reduction, and teamwork. An easy-to-read format that combines repetition and rhyme for maximum engagement. BUY NOW CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our storybook workshops are perfect for older audiences. MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you? MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on. Looking for something different? Check out our workshops Book now!

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Mobile zoo for schools? Meet ZooLab Ranger Kieran and his animal team. He is on hand to deliver curriculum based workshops for nursery - secondary schools. Kieran Chaney ZooLab Ranger License Number: LC202508-150325 Kieran joined ZooLab in 2025. He works in Buckinghamshire and the surrounding areas. He loves working with animals, having worked his way up the ranks at his local pet shop. Whether it’s inspiring young people to care about wildlife, bringing joy to care home residents, or sparking special memories for those living with dementia, he loves seeing the impact he can have. “Working at ZooLab is an amazing experience, just as long as you don’t mind a few creepy crawlies… who are actually quite cute and cuddly!” Animal Lover! Kieran has been working with animals since he was 17. He must be pretty serious about them! Say cheese! He is a keen photographer - his favourite subjects are animals and vintage cars! Vroom vroom! Kieran also loves repairing cars. Both vintage and more modern ones. How cool is that? "My passion for animals and love of educating people about them has never faded. That passion led me to ZooLab, and it has been an incredible journey ever since." BOOK NOW

We're raising funds for Cool Earth, a charity who work with indigenous communities within the rainforest. Sponsor our Crested Gecko and recieve a FREE Digital Video, a certificate of adoption and a fun resource pack! We're raising funds for Cool Earth, a charity who work with indigenous communities within the rainforest. Adoption Package We’re raising funds for Cool Earth, a charity who work with indigenous communities within the rainforest. How it works When you sponsor our Crested Gecko, £5 is added to your ZooLab invoice. 100% of this goes towards Cool Earth charity. You recieve FREE ZooLab Digital Video Certificate of Adoption Crested Gecko Resources The climate crisis is one of the largest issues facing the planet. Cool Earth is a charity which aims to protect and preserve natural rainforest habitat and the people who live there and rely on it. The charity highlights the relationship between people, rainforest and climate and their mission is simple: To back people, to protect the rainforest and fight the climate crisis. FIND OUT MORE DONATE TO COOL EARTH

Looking for science experiences in Hampshire? Meet ZooLab Ranger Anna and her animal team for engaging and hands on curriculum-based animal experience. Anna French ZooLab Ranger Licence Number: TVBC/TAE/2022/04 Anna joined ZooLab in 2017. She works in Hampshire and the surrounding areas. She has an undergraduate degree in Biology and a Masters degree in Wildlife Management and Conservation. Anna is originally from the suburbs of Chicago. Growing up in a big city inspired her to study wildlife and conservation. "I love teaching children about the natural world and how cool animals are. I hope my work with ZooLab will inspire some of them to work with animals in the future." Anna loves South Africa ZooLab has sent Anna to South Africa to help fight Rhino poaching in Mankwe Wildlife Reserve. Clean Up Queen Anna's not afraid to get her hands dirty for World Clean-up Day. She collected lots of rubbish bags! Wellness warrior! As ZooLab's Wellbeing Manager, Anna looks after and checks in on the ZooLab team. "My favourite ZooLab animal is Norbert, the leopard gecko. He is extremely laid back and is such a cutie - definitely one of the kids’ favourites too!" BOOK NOW