Last month the GSPCA hosted a group of 20 Rainbows for a behind the scenes visit.
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne greeted the group who had brought some very kind donations with them.
Not only did the group get to see behind the scenes but also GP Ted came along for a photo with the young ladies visiting the GSPCA.
The tours around the GSPCA take just over an hour and not only did the Rainbows get to see hundreds of animals in the care of the GSPCA they also got to find out about the work of the Shelter, our history, plans for the future and all about the species we have in our care, how to look after them and their many stories.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “It was lovely to not only show the Rainbows around last month but also greet GP Ted.”
“We love to show around those intested in our work.”
“This week we have guided tours each day at 2pm and to book your place please call 257261.”
“A huge thank you to the Rainbows for the very kind donations they brought along on the night.”
If you are a school or educational group interested in a tour or talk please visit our page for this by clicking here http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/education-and-schools .
Details on guided tours at the GSPCA -
During the July Summer break next week and through the year we run a series of guided tours at the GSPCA.
You can also book a tour for a special event or birthday. For details on special tours please see below.
This is your opportunity to visit behind the scenes at our Animal Shelter in St Andrews and see the work being carried out.
We ask for a minimum donation of £7 per person and £5 per child, or £20 for a family of four or £18 with an Islands Mum card. In 2018 we have some themed tours which are £20 per child or £17.50 with an Islands Mums card.
The tours take around 60-90 minutes and you get to see in many of the departments, interact with some of the friendly residents and a variety of species. The special tours can take a little longer.
Tours are a maximum of 20 people per tour, so please book early. The special tours are also a maximum of 20.
Some of the animals you will have the chance to see will be cats, rabbits, birds, hedgehogs, dogs looking for homes and some of the other wildlife.
If you would like a certificate as a gift then please do get in touch for more details
Here are the dates planned for 2018, if you would like to book now please follow the same guidelines as above.
Tuesday 24th July 2018 2pm each day 2pm
Wednesday 25th July 2018 2pm each day 2pm
Thursday 26th July 2018 2pm each day
SOLD OUT - Friday 27th July 2018 2pm each day
Monday 29th October – Friday 2nd November 2018 Special Halloween Guided Tours each day £20 per child (£17.50 with Island Mums Card), prizes for best costumes & fun games room (children must have a guardian/parent)
Boxing Day 27th - 31st December 2018 2pm each day guided tours
Please book your placement early to avoid disappointment.
To book please call 01481 257261 or via the paypal link - https://www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA
Please note if you book via paypal please indicate the date and time tour you would like as well as the names of those attending.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "This years guided tours at the GSPCA have all been a sell out and hugely popular."
"If you would like to see behind the scenes and the many animals here at the Animal Shelter then book by calling on 257261 or online via our paypal link."
"We would like to thank all that have attended the tours and for the wonderful feedback we have received."
"We also run birthday tours which also are hugely popular."
"From our turtles to the cats, the charity shop to our poison garden there is so much to see at the GSPCA and you might even get to see baby animals like Corry the hogelt or baby birds being fed."
Birthday, Special & Tours Booked As An Event
If you would like to bring a private group or party to the GSPCA for a visit and tour at the Animal Shelter we can arrange this in advance.
We ask for a minimum donation of £80 for a group (this is for 8 children and 2 free adult places) and an additional £5 per person with groups larger than 8 (restrictions do apply with children to adult numbers).
We can provide a birthday or gift pack if the tour is for a special occasion.
We have a large events room, tables, chairs, projectors, speakers with mic, and a number of toys or things for children on request.
For details on room hire please check out - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/room-hire-gspca
Why not make it a full event and arrange for food, a cake or more all of which can be delivered through http://www.kiddiescatering.biz
Some extras could include
Party Food can be Supplied by Kiddies Catering
Surprise Adoption for a year of an animal pen - minimum donation of £25 for an adoption pack for a year to include a plaque at the GSPCA
Room hire is available in a spacious room next to toilet facilities
Games with prizes can be supplied on request
Hire of giant animal, minion or Olaf suit
Other bespoke packages available
Guided tours of the Shelter on average take about between 60 - 90 minutes and it is your opportunity to see behind the scenes, although for animal welfare reasons there are areas that are unable to be viewed.
If the event is for a special occasion the birthday or lucky individual will receive special treatment and be allowed some unique experiences holding and possibly feeding some of the animals in our care.
Guided tours of the Shelter is your opportunity to see behind the scenes, although for animal welfare reasons there are areas that are unable to be viewed.
We do ask that there is 1 adult per 8 children.
For a booking form to enquire about availability please complete this form - http://gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Birthday%20booking%20form%20Jan%202018.pdf
If you are interested please email your form to stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call the GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne on 01481 257261 to discuss details.
Island Mum cardholders can receive a 10% discount on special tours, please see this link for details - http://islandmums.com/guernsey/gspca-birthday-parties/
For details on how to book a personal guided tour for an individual or group please click here for details http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca .
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