Barn VIP Tour at RSPCA Burwood -- 1.11.2025

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the RSPCA Victoria Education Barn? Join us for an exclusive VIP Tour and get a rare peek into the daily lives of our friendly barnyard animals and the amazing work our Education team does to inspire the next generation of animal advocates. This unique behind-the-scenes experience is fun, interactive, and eye-opening—designed to warm hearts and spark a lifelong love of animals.

TOUR OPTION ONE is 9am - 11am

TOUR OPTION TWO is 11.30am - 1.30pm

Maximum of 15 participants for each tour for the ultimate VIP experience

What you will learn

·        Meet our resident goats, sheep, chickens, and more

·        Discover how we care for animals and teach others to do the same

·        Hear real stories about animal welfare

·        Participants will be allowed to pat certain animals under strict instruction and supervision of the Barn tour staff

We run our interactions with animals on a Choice and Control policy. If some animals choose to not interact with visitors, they do not have to, and visitors will be asked to respectfully not approach them. Some animal may be unavailable to meet on the tour due to having a ‘day off’ from visitor interactions.

What to bring

·        Snack and a drink bottle

What to wear

·        Closed in shoes for admittance into the barn

Tours are subject to weather and may be cancelled 24-48 hours before the tour, as safety of the animals and participants are of most importance. Participants will receive a refund or option of booking an alternative date.

Appropriate for

• Perfect for animal lovers, and curious minds aged 15 and above. We run school holiday programs throughout the year for those 14 years and younger 

Don’t miss your chance to explore, learn, and connect with the wonderful world of RSPCA Victoria Education. Register now!

DISCLAIMER

Participants may be involved in a range of hands-on activities during the tour. While the RSPCA takes all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of participants, all participants engage with these activities at their own risk.

Should the safety of our animals, staff and guests be at risk, the RSPCA tour guides have the right to ask participants to leave the tour.

By registering for this program, you acknowledge that you understand this disclaimer and release RSPCA (Victoria) and its employees, agents, volunteers and contractors from any liability whatsoever, to the extent permitted by law.

• Please ensure 48 hours notice for appointment cancellations. Tours are subject to weather and may be cancelled 24-48 hours before the tour, as safety of the animals and participants are of most importance. Participants will receive a refund or option of booking an alternative date.

If you have any enquires, please contact us at education@rspcavic.org.au or 9224 2219.