Predator Experience
Predator Experience
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
The National Resource and Experience Centre for the Conservation Awareness of Natural Predators. Pre-booking essential. Predator experience offers a variety of animal experiences, for tourism, gift and education sector. Promoting the conservation natural predators through experiential education. Inspiring public to protect bio-diversity for the future. Aid wild populations by promoting positive research and sustainable management. Voted No. 1 Top moment on BBC Countryfile 30th anniversary, also appeared on ITV Countrywise, 'At home with the Nolans', BBC Antique's Road trip, long many with others. Predator Experience encourages legitimate or constructive visitor reviews on third party review websites in accordance with our Terms and Conditions of sale. Unjustified reviews that seeks to maliciously harm, Predator Experience maybe be reviewed.
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  • Fee M
    1 contribution
    Best day out ever
    This was the best day out ever for my husband and myself. Bought for his 60th birthday. He loves wolves. Dee and Daniel were brilliant host. Their knowledge and information was excellent. The wolves are young but very calm around people. They Interacted with us and let us touch them. Lots of photo opportunities and even got to feed them some treats that were supplied by Dee. Was not scared of them at all. Will definitely be back to see them again
    Visited February 2023
    Written 26 February 2023
  • Michelle R
    Southport, United Kingdom9 contributions
    Amazing experience we will never forget!
    Absolutely wonderful experience this Sunday meeting the wolves and foxes, with my eldest children. Dee and Dan are so welcoming, knowledgeable, and you can see how much they care for their amazing animals. The walk was so incredible, being with the wolves was so much better than I imagined, so many cuddles, and the howling was magical! The foxes were just the sweetest. I can wholeheartedly recommend to anyone. I know we will be going back again at some point in the future for sure! Thank you Dee and Dan 🐾❤️🐾
    Visited February 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 28 February 2023
  • Emma R
    4 contributions
    Highly recommend!!
    Amazing experience today with the 3 wolves and also the fox experience!! Would highly recommend, highly experienced staff with lots of knowledge and beautiful, well looked after animals. Thoroughly enjoyed!
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 6 March 2023
  • bethan s
    Cardiff, United Kingdom21 contributions
    Unforgettable experience
    My husband bought me the walking with wolves experience. It was amazing - Dee and Daniel were so knowledgeable and welcoming. We all interacted with the wolves throughout the walk and had the opportunity to learn so much whilst giving them all plenty of fuss! Felt so privileged to have spent some time amongst the pack! They have so many exciting plans to expand the business and we will definitely return in the future. Thank you!!!!
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 21 March 2023
  • Peggy D
    Bolton, United Kingdom7 contributions
    Walking With Wolves Predator Experienc
    If you only ever do 1 animal experience do this one. Walking with Wolves is simply stunning, to give a wolf a belly rub is mind blowing!! Dee and Daniel are so passionate about their wolves, they ensure you leave with a wealth of knowledge about these fabulous creatures and a memory that will stay with you alway. It was a total privilege.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 26 March 2023
  • Pauline H
    Burscough, United Kingdom158 contributions
    Mother's day treat
    This was a lovely gift for Mother's day from my son. I have wanted to do this since I was 15 and I wasn't disappointed. The wolves are magnificent and so gentle ,I got to feed them ,walk them and howl with them Dee and Dan know their stuff and I really enjoyed my time with them and the wolves definitely worth a visit 😀
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 27 March 2023
  • James S
    1 contribution
    The best experience in the Lake District.
    An incredible experience from start to finish. I bought this as a gift for my girlfriend and we both loved it. This is truly unforgettable and you will not believe the interactions you have with the incredible wolves. The owners are kind people who are hugely knowledgeable. Overall, if you are visiting the lakes then I couldn’t recommend this more.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 9 April 2023
  • Robyn
    2 contributions
    World Class Customer Service 🌏🐺
    I’d really like to take the time to commend Dee and the company on their customer service. The understanding and empathy I have received has been outstanding. My father and I (who was visiting us from Australia last year) were due to attend the experience in October last year. Unfortunately Dad and I both caught Covid for the first time (because of course we did), right before our experience was due. Dee was so kind and agreed to rearrange our experience for April this year as Dad was returning to the UK again. Dee called me on the morning we were due to attend to confirm the time. I feel awful about this next part because it’s not like me, but I completely forgot I was due to attend because not only was dad unable to make it over due to health issues, but I have gone and messed up my knee and awaiting surgery! Once again Dee told me not to worry and that because we have had a really rough time lately with life stuff that we could attend once we are back on track. I really can’t explain what this has meant to me. I work for one of the worlds largest Tech companies and customer service is at the forefront of the work we do. So naturally I seek this is my own experience and Dee has absolutely gone above and beyond my expectations (and I haven’t even seen the wolves yet!). Dee - again, thank you. I will be in touch soon after surgery. We WILL get to see you and the wolves that I have read are so cared for. Thanks again and again. With love Robyn and Michael x
    Visited April 2023
    Written 11 April 2023
  • Zoe W
    2 contributions
    Unforgettable experience
    Such a humbling, amazing and educational experience. Dee and Dan were so passionate and this really resonated with us. We learnt so much while immersed in the natural environment of the wolves. Chitali, Chalok and Cheveyo are simply incredible. We feel honoured to have been in their company and part of the pack.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 9 June 2023
  • Ash1717
    5 contributions
    Amazing and humbling experience
    What a beautiful experience. It was a privilege to be around these intelligent, wonderful animals and to get an insight into their world. Dee and Daniel are so caring and knowledgeable and are great guides. You feed, handle and stroke the wolves as you walk round their fields with them. If you're looking for a special present for someone who adores animals and cares about the planet, this could be it.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 3 July 2023
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Chris E
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
This was without doubt one of the best things we have ever done. The walk with the wolves was so beautiful and just a privilege, Dee and Daniel were so knowledgeable about their subject it was just a great experience. Todd and Finny the foxes were brilliant as well, another fantastic experience. Will be back and can't recommend it highly enough.
Written 9 December 2023
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Lou
Milton Keynes, UK25 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
I bought the walking with wolves & fox experience as a surprise for my husband as wolves are his favourite animal and he absolutely loved it!

Both Dee & Daniel are super knowledgable about the Wolves they care for and their passion for what they do was admirable. It was so interesting to see the pack behaviour and the roles & individual characters of each of the wolves. The location is stunning set up in the hills of the Lake District and it was great to see the wolves in a more natural space.

From walking with the wolves to howling with the wolves to meeting the two little shy foxes - the whole experience was amazing & I would definitely recommend it if you are a wolf/animal fan :)
Written 29 November 2023
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Paula B
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
What an excellent experience, the time we had with the wolves was fantastic they are beautiful animals, it is worth every penny to spend time with these animals. Will definitely be back.
Written 12 November 2023
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jools95
London12 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
This was an amazing experience where you get to be extremely hands on with the wolves. I would definitely go again it was very informative and worth every penny.
Written 11 November 2023
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HappyTravla
Lanark, UK7 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
My partner had arranged the visit to the Predator Experience as a gift whilst we were down in the Lakes. As a professional photographer, I was expecting the opportunity to take some great images of the wolves, as the experience had been sold to my partner with communication with Dee. My partner had asked what would be the better option, and she was sold the experience based on the advice given.
On the day, we arrived to find we were in a group of 11 and because they had a new puppy, only two wolves would walk with the group. Normally they would be off the lead but, because of the new puppy, we were told this wouldn't now happen. So, we now just walked around with them on leads, so taking any amazing images was now not happening there with so many people in the way. Next we walk to the pen where they would try and get them to howl, which again wasn't happening because of the puppy. Again, no images. We then get to feed them a few small dog treats whilst they take a couple photos with my partners phone.
Next we wander to the fox pen, where we stand for 10 - 15 minutes whilst Dee threw chicks for them to eat. It was hardly a photographers dream. £40 each for this.
When I first raised this by email and messenger, I had no response, so I tried different emails to get one. Eventually I did and I was told that I had pretty much ruined her trip to Prague with her mother because all she could think about for the four days was me daring to raise an issue thqt we felt let down by.
I was also told that had I asked on the day, she would have tried to help me to get images. That I am sorry to say, I doubt would have happened. The checking of her watch was clear that time was tight as another group was due.
Would I recommend the experience? If you want wander round a field with hybrid wolves, fill your boots. If you want a photographic experience, do NOT waste your money.
Customer care is very important, and in my own line of work, which is also dealing with groups on trips/experiences, I totally understand and get how it works.
I had said I wouldn't use online reviews, but after the way this has been handled, I feel I should.

You can't sell a product and then provide a watered down version of it. If you engage in conversation with someone, take on what they are looking for and provide that, don't give them something that isn't close, you should do the right thing and refund them. Where they did eventually refund £50 out of £330, that was a token gesture only. We didn't expect a full refund and we didn't ask for one. What should have been offered was a refund on one person.
Being accused of trying to hurt their business by reviewing them is low when they will happily take your money.

Much as it pains me to do this, I feel I am backed into a corner.

I have the comments from them in screenshots, from my partners initial contact, through to messages from them about me trying to hurt thier business by saying I will post a review.

I will gladly share those messages should it come to it.

It didn't need to be like this.
Written 7 November 2023
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Younghotelstayers
Surrey, UK5 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We had a great time here and will be returning ASAP, the staff were very friendly, instructive and made the experience feel safe.

The wolves are gorgeous, friendly and it was awesome to see their individuals personalities shine through, make no mistake, they are not just big dogs!

Highly recommend this to any animal lover.
Written 27 October 2023
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GreenTentMan
Stirlingshire, UK45 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was one of the most memorable experiences of my life, and my wife thought so as well. It's not just a turn up and look at the wolves type of experience, this is the real deal. From the 'formal' introductions with the wolves, (it reminded me of a line-up at a wedding where all the guests are individually greeted), to walking with them, and hearing them howl, Wow, that howl with stay with me for a very long time.
Our guides for the visit, (I'm sorry if I get your names wrong) were Daniel, and Dee. Their absolute passion for these wonderful animals shines through right from the beginning, and their knowledge is great to listen to.
My wife has 'loved' wolves for her entire life, and to bring her to this place was magical.
There are photo opportunities every minute you are in the company of these great animals.
There is a hill to walk up, but it is taken at a very leisurely pace, and one of the wolves even helped pull my wife up the hill.
I would like to wish The Predator Experience every best wish for the future and both my wife and I will be back soon, hopefully sometime next year.
On a more down to earth note, some things that made the experience extra special were;
There was only eight people in our group, which is perfect and makes the experience more personal.
The 'Intro' talk was clear, easy to understand, and delivered in a humorous but professional way.
Most of all, you are given the time in the company of these fantastic animals to enjoy them really close-up.
Thank you Predator Experience for a magical time with you.
All best wishes and hopes for the future, you deserve it.
Written 25 October 2023
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Denis D
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
My Wife Bought Me This For My 50 th Birthday Present. Wow! It was Just Fabulous! A Day I ll Never Forget. I Have a Tattoo Of A Wolf and this was Beautiful!
Written 18 October 2023
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Pauline
15 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I’m at a time in life where I value experiences rather than stuff and this was an extraordinary experience. We were a group of 10 with 4 wolves and we all got to spend time with the wolves. We walked them on leads and spent time with them off their leads. They are amazingly intelligent and gentle animals. We had two guides who talked about wolf pack structure and how each wolf has their own job in the pack it was just an amazingly experience. They are planning a visitor centre with accommodation so eventually you could seem to sleep with the wolves we’ll definitely be back when the accommodation is completed. An experience not to be missed
Written 18 October 2023
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Heather
East Linton, UK30 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
It was interesting and lovely to meet the wolves however 2 of us were all professional dog people and the pack
Mentality and body language not that more different from our own k9 packs -

Written 11 October 2023
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Hi GSDK9. Thanks for taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased you had a nice visit. On the experience we do try to find synergy between wolves and their evolution into dogs, so people can relate to wolves positively, and maybe understand their own dogs behaviour a little better as a bonus. All canid species display similar body language, including our foxes, which are not as close has dogs to wolves. Our guests are only here for an hour, it wouldn't be possible to see full range of wolf behaviour in that time. The ethology of wolf is a huge topic, and the experience is designed as a snap shot of behaviour, which is all that is only ever going to be possible in that time. It was lovely to meet you, and hope maybe we will see you again one day.
Written 8 November 2023
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