If you are an animal lover in Solihull, then you may know that there are several ways to see and interact with animals in this charming town. However, if you are new to the city and
Would you like to see animals or even adopt a pet? Then this article is for you. We will look at different ways you can see both wild and domesticated animals in Solihull and the surrounding areas.
The Wildlife Spot
Brueton Park is one of the most popular places in the city with its wonderful green spaces that stretch over 80 hectares. It has some wonderful amenities, and in addition you can see
some animals running around. Interest in animals has grown in recent years, and according to Dogster, there are now over 36 million pets in the country. This interest can even
in the entertainment industry. For example, UK bingo has popular games such as Piggy Bandits and Big Horsey Fortune. They allow players to play bingo games but in an animal-themed environment. On television, streaming services such as Netflix offer titles such as Animal Planet that have been running for years but are still interesting.
Seeing animals in the wild, however, is a whole different experience, and that is why Brueton Park is so popular. Visitors can expect to see red squirrels and perhaps foxes. Bird watchers can visit nature
Reserve to see herons and kingfishers, which is why conservation efforts to protect their habitats are so important.
Local animal shelters and wildlife centers
There are several animal sanctuaries in this part of the world. The Birmingham and Black Country Wildlife Trust is one of the largest organisations covering the Solihull area. They rescue all
species of animals, such as hedgehogs, foxes and birds and play a vital role in the local community and in the lives of the animals. They usually work with money from local initiatives or
are publicly funded and run primarily by volunteers, so if you are interested in helping animals get back into the wild or even find an owner, volunteer at your local animal shelter
could be the job for you. If you already have an animal that needs care, there are a few vets in Solihull and for those that do need care, there are also services available.
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Up close to the animals
To see farm animals up close, you needn’t go any further than Umberslade Farm Park, just outside the town, where you can see pigs, sheep and rabbits.
There are feedings where you can learn more about the farm animals and life on the farm in general. For the brave, there are also petting areas to
grab the animals.
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Solihull has a lot to offer anyone interested in animals. As mentioned, there are numerous opportunities to see them in the wild, help with their rehabilitation or even learn more about them.
conservation efforts, so whether you live here or are just visiting, there are plenty of opportunities to learn about the animals in the area.
