A Brief History

In 1956, Beale Park Wildlife Park and Gardens was formed by Gilbert Beale, who decided to donate his beautiful 350 acre Thames-side park land to the public by converting it from private farmland into a non-profit making, Charitable Trust. In those days it was little more than a track and a couple of ponds.

Since then Beale Park Wildlife Park and Gardens has developed a remarkable collection of rare and endangered birds and animals, the majority of which are "captive-bred" and involved in breeding programmes.   Today, Beale Park Wildlife Park and Gardens offers fun and discovery for all the family and, in addition, gives you the opportunity to be a part of its work through our animal and tree sponsorship scheme.

Please sponsor me

While sponsorship doesn't cost the earth, your donation will make a tremendous difference.  Beale Park Wildlife Park and Garden's sponsorship scheme gives you the opportunity to share in the initiatives which we run to care for endangered species and wildlife conservation.

By joining our animal and tree sponsorship scheme, you directly contribute to the upkeep and welfare of your chosen species and the running of Beale Park Wildlife Park and Gardens.  Every penny raised helps: to fund our conservation and captive breeding programmes; purchase specialist foods and heat, light and maintain enclosures, as well as ensuring that trained staff are in place to care for the animals, as we strive to create the best possible environment for our animals and visitors. 

How the scheme works

The scheme is open to everyone – individuals, families, schools, classes, clubs, businesses and companies alike.

All animal sponsorships run for a minimum of 12 months and can start at any time (birthdays, anniversaries etc.)

What is included in your sponsorship?

• A Sponsorship Certificate
• A complimentary entrance ticket valid during the sponsorship period.
• Your name included on a sponsorship notice board on the animal's enclosure.
• The opportunity to talk to a keeper about your sponsored species (to be pre-arranged).
• The knowledge that you are playing an active role in the support of wildlife and conservation.

The following animals are available for sponsorship, so if your favourite is not listed, please contact us for further information

Examples of animals available for sponsorship at £30

Examples of animals available for sponsorship at £15

• Rabbit
• Guinea Pig
• Pygmy Goat
• Bar-headed Goose
• Greater European Scaup

Trees and benches

There are more than 50 varieties of tree at Beale Park Wildlife Park and Gardens, all of which are available for sponsorship whether it's a traditional Oak or a more exotic Indian Bean Tree.

Trees can be sponsored for as little as £30.00 depending on the species and we will denote your chosen tree with a label and your dedication.  Alternatively, you could sponsor a bench for a minimum cost of £275, depending on the design chosen, together with a plaque with your personnal dedication.

Next steps

• Once you have decided which options you would like to take, simply:
• Complete the form
• Make cheques payable to:  'The Child-Beale Trust'
• Send the cheque and completed form to:
  The Sponsorship Secretary, Beale Park, Lower Basildon, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 9NH.  

If you have any queries contact us on 0870 777 7160 or email us at administration@bealepark.co.uk.

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