5th Guernsey Cubs see behind the scenes at the GSPCA – GSPCA Celebrating 150 years

Submitted by Steve on 15:36, 10th Mar, 2023 | 0

On Tuesday evening the 5th Guernsey Cub troop visited the GSPCA.

Sadly it was dark and a little wet but the 36 strong troop made up ofCiubs and Leaders arrived at 630pm where they were greeted by GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “It was lovely to meet the 5th Guernsey Cub group on Tuesday.”

“They arrived baring of animal feed and treats and even other donations which we have to say a huge thank you for.”

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First Educational Guided Tour in over 2 years at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 16:08, 23rd Jun, 2022 | 0

On Monday the GSPCA opened its doors for the first time in over 2 years for an Educational Guided Tour.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager met nearly 30 Brownies and their leaders at 630pm on what was a lovely sunny evening.

The tour started in the hospital department where some of the Brownies got to feed some baby birds and finished in the cattery.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “It was lovely to take around the first Educational Guided Tour for over 2 years on Monday.”

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Book your place on a guided tour - 2pm each day 24th to 29th July - Discounts for Islandmums.gg card holders

Submitted by Steve on 10:10, 10th Jul, 2017 | 0

This is your opportunity to visit behind the scenes at our Animal Shelter in St Andrews and see the work being carried out for the new build.

We are arranging the guided tours on a series of dates at 2pm.  

We ask for a minimum donation of £6 per person and £4 per child, or £17 for a family of four or £16 with an Islands Mum card.  In 2017 we have some themed tours which are £18 per child or £16 with an Islands Mums card.

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Daisy and Etienne get a special Halloween Tour at the GSPCA Spooky Event

Submitted by Steve on 11:50, 31st Oct, 2016 | 0

On Saturday Daisy and Etienne were two very luck Halloween dressed children as they got a personal Halloween Tour at the GSPCA.

They got up and close to Stan the stick insect, Pollyanna the corn snake, Point the hedgehog, Tom the cat and many other animals at the GSPCA.

After their tour they had the answers for their Halloween quiz sheet and got prizes for the doing so well and their wonderful fancy dress.

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Hearing Dogs and the GSPCA team up to raise funds with a behind the scenes tour - thank you to all that supported

Submitted by Steve on 13:06, 14th Jul, 2016 | 0

Last night the GSPCA and Hearing Dogs for Deaf People teamed up to for an evening at the GSPCA to see behind the scenes, refreshments and a talk about the work at the Animal Shelter.

The tour started 6pm and those attending got to see the lovely grounds at the GSPCA and the many animals in the care of the Shelter.

With Olivia the loggerhead turtle soon to be flown south the group were lucky enough to see her having her evening squid.

After the tour of the facilities the group enjoyed a chat with GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne over a hot drink and biscuits.

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Last few places, please book - Guided Tour, tea & talk at GSPCA in aid of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People & GSPCA tomorrow 6pm

Submitted by Steve on 11:39, 12th Jul, 2016 | 0

Tomorrow on Wednesday 13th July the GSPCA and Hearing Dogs for Deaf People have teamed up to for an evening at the GSPCA to see behind the scenes, refreshments and a talk about the work at the Animal Shelter.

The tour starts at 6pm and those attending will see the lovely grounds at the GSPCA and the many animals in the care of the Shelter.

This could be your last chance to meet Olivia the loggerhead turtle as the plans to get her home are being finalised.

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Today Lily-Ella O’Brien had a behind the scenes tour after she kindly donated her birthday money to help animals at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 16:26, 8th Jul, 2016 | 0

Today Lily-Ella O’Brien was welcomed at the GSPCA for a behind the scenes tour as a way of thanks for the amazing donation she has given.

At her recent 7th birthday party instead of presents Lilly-Ella asked her friends to make donations instead of presents to help the animals at the GSPCA.

An amazing £200 was raised which Lily-Ella brought up this afternoon and after presenting it to the GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne he then gave her and her grand-mother a guided tour of the GSPCA Animal Shelter in St Andrews.

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Special guided tour shows off the GSPCA to visitors from the opposite side of the world - would you like to book a tour?

Submitted by Steve on 00:17, 24th Jun, 2016 | 0

On Thursday a group of 4 islanders with 3 visiting family members from Australia had a special guided tour of the GSPCA.

The group were shown behind the scenes and learnt from Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager about the rich history of the GSPCA and future plans.

From seeing baby birds being feed to young hedgehogs, holding tortoise to seeing Bonnie the seal pup and of course the highlight Olivia the turtle.

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Happy Birthday Alysia McKane - another fun special birthday tour at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 17:15, 20th Jun, 2016 | 0

On Saturday afternoon the GSPCA welcomed another lucky young lady and her friends for a special birthday guided tour of the GSPCA Animal Shelter in St Andrews.

Alysia McKane who recently celebrated her birthday with her younger brother and 6 of her friends got to see behind the scenes at the GSPCA and find out about the work of the Animal Shelter.

Arriving at 4pm the tour took well over an hour visiting and meeting many of the animals in our care.

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Guided Tour, tea & talk at the GSPCA in aid of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People & GSPCA 13th July - 6pm - booking necessary

Submitted by Steve on 10:54, 15th Jun, 2016 | 0

On Wednesday 13th July the GSPCA and Hearing Dogs for Deaf People have teamed up to for an evening at the GSPCA to see behind the scenes, refreshments and a talk about the work at the Animal Shelter.

The tour starts at 6pm and those attending will see the lovely grounds at the GSPCA and the many animals in the care of the Shelter.

After the tour of the facilities the group will be provided with refreshments while having a talk given by GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne.

Numbers are limited and if you are interested please call Dawn on 01481 236999 £5 an adult £3 a child.

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