Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats

Couple sitting on a bench with the goats making a fuss of them

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About

Buttercups is a Kent-based sanctuary for goats, caring for between 130 and 150 goats resident in the sanctuary at any one time and with a similar number of goats fostered out to approved carers.

The goats in the care of Buttercups come to the sanctuary for a multitude of different reasons. Some have been found abandoned and are brought to the sanctuary by organisations such as the RSPCA and the Police. Others have been privately owned pets but, as they grow up they need an environment with more space and the company of other goats, goats being highly social animals.

Whatever their history, the goats at Buttercups are assured of warm, dry and clean stabling, a healthy and varied diet, and plenty of safe space for grazing and exercise.

The “Walking with Goats Experience “ where you spend an hour and a half walking a goat round the Sanctuary grounds can be booked, details are on the web site.

The online shop has a range of products from t-shirts to calendars.

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Entrance is by donation (Suggested £5 per person)

Visit the website for more information

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Recent Reviews:

hellymcg
Sittingbourne, United Kingdom
Great day out
Sunday, 28th September 2025
Visited Buttercups with my son who is 4, my friend joined us who has a son 18 month old baby. You can book online but we decided to pay at the door (love to visit is good to use as you get a voucher... Read full review
Lurra W
Kent, United Kingdom
GOAAAAAATS!
Monday, 20th October 2025
I love animals, and goats are awesome!!! The people who work/volunteer here are great and always up for a chat, and I admire how passionate you are about keeping them healthy and safe. I do like the... Read full review
Gemimah88
Kent
Lovely goat experience
Friday, 24th October 2025
Wonderful experience! Doesn’t look like much when you arrive but as soon as you get in with the goats, they are such a delight that we happily spent a few hours wondering around with them, giving... Read full review