
BCA Meerkat Encounters
Sun 15 Nov · 10:30
BCA Zoo
Venue events →
3°C · 9% rain
Ask AI: is it for me?
Similar events
View allAbout This Event
BCA Meerkat Encounters will take place at BCA Zoo on 15 November 2026 at 10:30. Participants will have the opportunity to meet and feed meerkats after a guided tour of the zoo. The encounter lasts approximately 90 minutes and is suitable for individuals aged 7 and above, with a ticket price of £50.00.
Say hello to our meerkat mob as you become their new lookout post!
Say hello to our meerkat mob as you become their new lookout post! Your experience will begin with a quick health and safety briefing before heading off on a guided tour to explore the zoo. Once we have visited all the other animals, you will be taken into our meerkat enclosure along with one of our friendly staff members to meet and feed them.
This encounter is suitable for 7 years +.
This encounter will last approximately 90 minutes.
Sturdy closed-toe shoes must be worn to take part in this encounter. We do also recommend wearing long trousers and long-sleeved t-shirts as meerkats may scratch.
You are welcome to bring cameras with you to take photos however BCA accepts no liability for damage to goods.
We recommend ensuring you are up to date with your tetanus vaccinations before taking part in an animal encounter. It is your responsibility to check you are happy with the vaccination status of anyone in your party.
Spectator tickets
Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Each child booking automatically receives one free spectator ticket. You are able to purchase extra spectator tickets at the checkout.
T&C’s apply. (http://zoo.bca.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/02/Encounters-TCs.pdf)
Want to adopt one of our meerkats? Click here to adopt Cassandra (https://zoo.bca.ac.uk/encounters/adoptions/).
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of BCA Zoo.
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
Similar Events in Reading
View all →
Sun, 8 Nov 2026
One Night Break with Dinner and Tickets to Windsor Castle for Two
Wokingham near Reading
£335

Sat, 7 Nov 2026
Master's Coffee Morning and Open Day
University of Reading

Sat, 7 Nov 2026
Acorn OpenStudios 2026
East Berkshire Open Studio Trail
Free Entry

Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Marlow Money Matters
Cotswold Contemporary Marlow
Free Entry

Thu, 3 Dec 2026
Hidden Threads Exhibition
Old Fire Station Gallery
Free Entry

Thu, 3 Dec 2026
New Wave Creatives - December session
Jelly
Free Entry
More at BCA Zoo
View all →Frequently asked questions
BCA Meerkat Encounters takes place on Sunday, 15 November 2026 at 10:30.
BCA Meerkat Encounters is held at BCA Zoo in Reading (BCA College, Burchett's Green, SL6 6QR).
Tickets for BCA Meerkat Encounters are priced at £50. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for BCA Meerkat Encounters is Overcast · 3°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of BCA Zoo can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for BCA Meerkat Encounters can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
BCA Meerkat Encounters will take place at BCA Zoo on 15 November 2026 at 10:30. Participants will have the opportunity to meet and feed meerkats after a guided tour of the zoo. The encounter lasts approximately 90 minutes and is suitable for individuals aged 7 and above, with a ticket price of £50.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Say hello to our meerkat mob as you become their new lookout post!
Say hello to our meerkat mob as you become their new lookout post! Your experience will begin with a quick health and safety briefing before heading off on a guided tour to explore the zoo. Once we have visited all the other animals, you will be taken into our meerkat enclosure along with one of our friendly staff members to meet and feed them.
This encounter is suitable for 7 years +.
This encounter will last approximately 90 minutes.
Sturdy closed-toe shoes must be worn to take part in this encounter. We do also recommend wearing long trousers and long-sleeved t-shirts as meerkats may scratch.
You are welcome to bring cameras with you to take photos however BCA accepts no liability for damage to goods.
We recommend ensuring you are up to date with your tetanus vaccinations before taking part in an animal encounter. It is your responsibility to check you are happy with the vaccination status of anyone in your party.
Spectator tickets
Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Each child booking automatically receives one free spectator ticket. You are able to purchase extra spectator tickets at the checkout.
T&C’s apply. (http://zoo.bca.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/02/Encounters-TCs.pdf)
Want to adopt one of our meerkats? Click here to adopt Cassandra (https://zoo.bca.ac.uk/encounters/adoptions/).
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of BCA Zoo. Searching near BCA College, Burchett's Green, SL6 6QR; check-in Sunday, 15 November 2026.
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
WhereBCA Zoo
BCA College, Burchett's Green, SL6 6QR
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is BCA Meerkat Encounters?
BCA Meerkat Encounters takes place on Sunday, 15 November 2026 at 10:30.
Where is BCA Meerkat Encounters taking place?
BCA Meerkat Encounters is held at BCA Zoo in Reading (BCA College, Burchett's Green, SL6 6QR).
How much are tickets for BCA Meerkat Encounters?
Tickets for BCA Meerkat Encounters are priced at £50. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at BCA Meerkat Encounters?
The forecast for BCA Meerkat Encounters is Overcast · 3°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near BCA Meerkat Encounters?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of BCA Zoo can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for BCA Meerkat Encounters?
Tickets for BCA Meerkat Encounters can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Zoo & wildlife tickets
Ad · affiliate linksBook ahead and skip the queue

Watermouth Castle - Child

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery - Family of up to 5

Picniq Gift Vouchers - £10 Gift Voucher

Highland Wildlife Park - Concession

Hobbledown Heath - Pumpkin Patch ONLY- Family of 4

Preston Manor & Gardens - Family
Sold by Picniq. EventsList may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Price
£50
Date
Time
Weather
feels like 1°C · chance of rain 9% · wind 3 km/h
Venue
BCA College, Burchett's Green, SL6 6QR
Secure checkout on Eventbrite — opens in a new tab
Ask AI: is it for me?
EventsList lists 226,000+ events across the UK. Tickets are sold by the venue or its authorised sellers, never by us.
Same venueMore at BCA Zoo
All at this venueNot this one?Similar events in Reading
View allMore things to do in Reading
- Centenary exhibition detailing the building of Sandham Memorial Chapel .Friday, 6 November 2026
- Who's in Your Book?Friday, 6 November 2026
- Coffee Morning Networking in MarlowThursday, 10 December 2026
- CIOB Reading Hub Networking Coffee MorningWednesday, 27 January 2027
- Shinfield Art Showcase February 2027Monday, 15 February 2027
- Audiotonic at The Purple Turtle, ReadingFriday, 27 March 2026
- Iconic Fridays @ Popworld ReadingFriday, 17 April 2026
- What the Pop Saturdays @ Popworld ReadingSaturday, 18 April 2026
- Reading Property MeetThursday, 30 April 2026
- Reading Social Meetup for 20s & 30s | Meet New People & Make FriendsWednesday, 20 May 2026
- Singles Party @ Penta Hotel, Reading (Ages: 30-50)Saturday, 13 June 2026
- Tactical Helicopter Lesson — ReadingThursday, 6 August 2026







