The Fenn Bell Conservation Project

The Fenn Bell Conservation Project Medway's first and only zoo, with an on site pub. Zoo Licence Holder: Andrew Cowell The truth, is that many people have helped and given there support.
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Our story started in 2011 when I saw an advert on the internet to re-home two kune kune pigs. After taking on many more unwanted pets we decided in 2014 to open our doors to the public, and in the same year we took over the Fenn Bell pub and gardens, starting work on what it is you see today. To be able to open to the public we had to get a zoo licence and after a hard two years of work we were finally granted our zoo licence and we opened our doors in June 2017. People have said that we are crazy to take on such a big project, and to be fair, you had to be to achieve this. Without this help we could not achieve what we have. Our plans moving forward are quite ambitious, we want to work on more British conservation projects such as red squirrels and British honey bees. We will build an education centre that can be used by schools and university's, but most of all our duty is to give a home for life to the animals just like ginger and spice our kune kune pigs. I hope you enjoy coming here and don't hesitate stopping me or any of the staff, if you see any of us walking around for a chat. We are very blessed to be given a chance to create such a place as this and with your support we can continue to achieve so much more.

10/10/2026

A day at the zoo is a chance to get outdoors, spend quality time together and learn something new along the way. From discovering incredible animal behaviours to finding out facts you never knew, a visit can be enriching for all ages. 🐾🌿

Whether you’re 5 or 85, there’s always something new to see, learn and experience. Come and enjoy a day with us, you might leave knowing a little more than when you arrived! 💚

https://www.fbcukproject.co.uk/product/fbcuk-zoo-ticket/

🦩 Did you know Greater Flamingos eat with their heads upside down?It might look a little strange, but there’s a reason f...
09/10/2026

🦩 Did you know Greater Flamingos eat with their heads upside down?

It might look a little strange, but there’s a reason for it!
Their specially adapted bills work like filters, helping them separate food such as algae and small organisms from the water and mud. 💧

🌧️ Rain, rain and more rain…Make sure you’ve got your raincoats, wellies and umbrellas at the ready! ☔️🥾Luckily, these g...
08/10/2026

🌧️ Rain, rain and more rain…

Make sure you’ve got your raincoats, wellies and umbrellas at the ready! ☔️🥾

Luckily, these guys LOVE the water and a bit of rain certainly doesn’t bother them!🦦

🎅✨ JUST IN CASE YOU MISSED OUR EXCITING NEWS…THIS SANTA IS BACK! 🎄❤️We know so many of you missed him last year, but he’...
07/10/2026

🎅✨ JUST IN CASE YOU MISSED OUR EXCITING NEWS…
THIS SANTA IS BACK! 🎄❤️

We know so many of you missed him last year, but he’s officially returning to The Fenn Bell this Christmas and is ready to spread ALL the Christmas cheer! 🎅✨

If you’ve visited him before, you’ll know just how special he makes the experience, and we’re so excited to welcome him back!

🎟️ Make sure you get your Santa Safari tickets booked,
https://www.fbcukproject.co.uk/product/santa-safari/

🧠🍻 JUST IN CASE YOU DIDN’T KNOW…Our pub hosts a Quiz Night AND Bingo Night every month! 👀This month’s quiz is on the 11t...
06/10/2026

🧠🍻 JUST IN CASE YOU DIDN’T KNOW…

Our pub hosts a Quiz Night AND Bingo Night every month! 👀
This month’s quiz is on the 11th, so whether you’ve got friends visiting, fancy making some plans, or just want an excuse to get out and explore some local quiz nights, come and join us!

Get your team together, grab a drink and see how much you actually know… 😂
📩 Drop us a message to get booked in!

HAPPY WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY! 📚🍎Education is such a big part of what we do here at The Fenn Bell, and through working with ...
05/10/2026

HAPPY WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY! 📚🍎

Education is such a big part of what we do here at The Fenn Bell, and through working with schools we’ve been lucky enough to meet so many amazing teachers!

So today, we just wanted to give you all a BIG shoutout and say thank you for everything you do! ❤️

From inspiring young minds to making learning fun, your hard work definitely doesn’t go unnoticed! 🐾📚

WE ARE SO PROUD OF OUR KEEPERS! 🐾❤️Day in and day out, they work incredibly hard to make sure every single animal here r...
04/10/2026

WE ARE SO PROUD OF OUR KEEPERS! 🐾❤️

Day in and day out, they work incredibly hard to make sure every single animal here receives the best possible care. But one thing we are particularly proud of is how loudly they advocate for every animal. They know their animals, they know their individual personalities and needs, and they will always speak up for what is best for them.

Our keepers also don’t just work with one section or one species. They work across the zoo, which means constantly learning and building their knowledge about all of the different animals in our care and trust us, there’s a lot to know! 😂

More than anything, they are a team. They support each other, work together and, quite frankly, get on more like a family… with all the chaos that comes with that!

And you’ll often see them stopping to chat with visitors too. They’re always willing to answer your questions, share what they know and tell you more about what’s happening with our animals. They want you to learn about them just as much as they do!

So this is just a little appreciation post for our keepers. You guys are amazing, and The Fenn Bell wouldn’t be what it is without you. 🐾❤️

Please show our amazing keepers some love in the comments below!
They do read them, so let them know how much they’re appreciated! 🥰

This weekend’s weather is looking pretty good! ☁️☀️☁️ Saturday is looking cloudy, but staying dry☀️ Sunday is looking su...
03/10/2026

This weekend’s weather is looking pretty good! ☁️☀️

☁️ Saturday is looking cloudy, but staying dry
☀️ Sunday is looking sunny, perfect for a day at the zoo!

If you fancy a visit, follow the link to book your tickets online 🎟️👇
https://www.fbcukproject.co.uk/product/fbcuk-zoo-ticket/

02/10/2026

🎅 SANTA IS BACK! 🎄✨

Santa is returning to The Fenn Bell this Christmas, so make sure you’ve got those tickets booked to come and see him! 🎅❤️

Tickets are still available, but some dates are already limited, so don’t leave it too late to get your Christmas plans sorted! 👀🎁

Come along, enjoy the Christmas magic and make some special festive memories with us! ✨
🎟️ Book your Santa Safari tickets now!
https://www.fbcukproject.co.uk/product/santa-safari/

02/10/2026

📚 CALLING ALL TEACHERS! 🐾

If you haven’t got your school visit booked in yet, make sure you get in touch soon as spaces are already filling up! 👀

From getting up close to incredible animals to learning about conservation, habitats and animal care, a trip to The Fenn Bell is a great way to bring learning outside of the classroom! 🦦🐒🦥

We have a range of options available to suit different ages and topics, including guided tours, feeding talks and educational workshops.
📧 Get in touch with us to start planning your school visit!
https://www.fbcukproject.co.uk/education/

Address

Fenn Street, St Mary's Hoo
Kent
ME38RF

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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