Home Educator Event
Marwell Zoo, Colden Common · 23 November to 27 November 2026
Photo: Gareth James, CC BY-SA 2.0Photo: Gareth James, CC BY-SA 2.0
A week-long home education programme at Marwell Zoo in Colden Common, running Monday 23 to Friday 27 November 2026 from 10am to 2:30pm. Sessions explore the wildlife and ancient history of Oceania, including ancient fossils, unique wildlife and extinction mysteries. It is aimed at home educators, with families and groups welcome, and booking is recommended.
Highlights
- Covers ancient fossils, unique wildlife and extinction mysteries
- Runs Monday 23 to Friday 27 November 2026, 10am to 2:30pm
- Booking recommended, details on the Marwell Zoo education page
Getting there
Marwell Zoo, SO21 1JH
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