🐾 Team Building & CSR Events at Shaldon Wildlife Trust

Shaldon Wildlife Trust is one of the most unique and inspiring venues in the UK for CSR‑focused team building, leadership development, and meaningful corporate away days. Set within an acre of enchanting woodland garden above the coastal village of Shaldon in Devon, the zoo is known as “the small zoo making a big difference”—a perfect match for organisations wanting their team day to have real impact. Facts from your page: Shaldon is “set in an acre of woodland garden above the attractive coastal village of Shaldon” and is “the smallest zoological collection in the UK” with “just three full time members of staff” .

Your event takes place in a conservation charity that protects some of the world’s rarest species, making every team‑building activity part of a wider mission of global environmental responsibility.

🌍 A Conservation Charity That Aligns With Your CSR Goals

Shaldon Wildlife Trust is a registered charity dedicated to protecting endangered species, supporting global conservation projects, and educating the public about biodiversity. Despite its small size, the zoo plays an outsized role in international breeding programmes and species survival initiatives. Facts from your page: Shaldon “supports conservation projects across the world” and cares for “some of the most rare and endangered animals on the planet” .

Your team’s visit directly supports:

• Global conservation and breeding programmes

• Ethical animal care and welfare

• Education and community engagement

• Protection of critically endangered species such as the Owston’s palm civet, pygmy slow loris, and mouse lemur

This makes Shaldon Wildlife Trust an ideal venue for organisations wanting to strengthen their CSR narrative while giving their teams a meaningful, memorable experience.

🧩 Team Building With Bite at Shaldon Wildlife Trust

Shaldon’s intimate scale and woodland setting create a powerful environment for connection, creativity, and collaboration. The pathways weave through lush forest habitats where your team encounters astonishing species such as mouse deer, tree shrews, pygmy slow lorises, and the world’s smallest primate—the mouse lemur. Facts from your page: These species are all listed as part of the guest experience at Shaldon .

Your team‑building day can include:

• Wildlife‑inspired problem‑solving challenges

• Conservation‑themed activities that reinforce shared purpose

• Hands‑on learning that builds empathy and communication

• Small‑group sessions ideal for strengthening team cohesion

Because the venue is petite and personal, teams naturally engage more deeply—perfect for leadership groups, creative teams, and organisations wanting to build trust and collaboration.

🌿 A Setting That Inspires

Set on a gentle coastal hillside, Shaldon transports visitors into the fertile forests and treetop habitats that its species call home. The natural surroundings create a calming, immersive environment ideal for reflection, collaboration, and shared purpose. Facts from your page: The zoo is “set on the gentle slope of a coastal hillside” and “transports you to the fertile forests and enchanted treetops

📦 Packages Tailored to Your Team

We offer a range of packages depending on group size, goals, and the level of CSR engagement you want to build into the day. Whether you’re planning a leadership retreat, a small‑team away day, or a conservation‑focused corporate experience, the event can be shaped around your organisation’s needs.

📩 Enquire About Your Event

If you’d like to discuss costs or create a bespoke CSR‑aligned team‑building experience at Shaldon Wildlife Trust, get in touch using the form below. Please include “Shaldon Wildlife Trust” in the Your Message field so your enquiry can be directed quickly.