National Cat Centre

Chelwood Gate, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 7TT, England
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

The National Cat Centre is the UK’s largest cat rehoming centre, dedicated to improving the welfare of cats and kittens. Located within the Ashdown Forest, it offers a peaceful countryside setting and a welcoming reception area for visitors. The centre focuses on adoption, education, and supporting responsible cat ownership.

Visitors can meet cats and kittens looking for loving homes and speak with staff for adoption guidance and cat care advice. The 52-acre nature trail, picnic spots by the lake, café, and gift shop make it a pleasant day out for families. Educational talks, group tours (by arrangement), and conference facilities are also available.

Adoption fees are £90 for an adult cat and £110 for a kitten. The fee supports the care, welfare, and preparation of cats before they join their new homes.

A visit offers a meaningful experience where guests can connect with animals, enjoy nature, and learn about feline welfare. The calm surroundings and friendly team make it both relaxing and educational. It’s a rewarding place to visit, especially for anyone considering giving a cat a loving new home.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • We are the UK's largest cat rehoming centre dedicated to improving the welfare of cats and kittens. We work hard to find loving homes for cats in our care offer support with neutering and encourage general feline education and awareness for cat owners within the Mid Sussex area.
  • A trip to the National Cat Centre, set in 51 acres of the Ashdown Forest, is a memorable experience for all the family. Meet some of our gorgeous cats and kittens looking for new homes, have a bite to eat in our café and visit our gift shop.
  • We can offer talks and tours for educational groups by prior arrangement and also have conference facilities available for hire. You are welcome to explore the site and there are picnic facilities by the lake.
  • Could you provide a new home for a cat in Haywards Heath, East Grinstead or Crawley? We’re passionate about finding loving, lasting homes for the cats in our care.
  • We’re here to support cats and kittens in Ashdown Forest, East Grinstead, Haywards Heath and the surrounding areas, covering postcodes: BN11-BN18, BN41, BN43, BN45, BN5, BN6, RH1, RH10-RH19, RH2, RH20, and RH3-RH9.
  • During the adoption process, we’ll consider your potential pet’s personality and how this fits with your lifestyle, as well as your home environment, to create the perfect match for you and the cat to start a wonderful feline friendship. 

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Our adoption fee is £90 for an adult cat or £110 for a kitten.

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Our centre is open daily (10am–3pm) only for those who have been successfully matched to a cat through our Homefinder Questionnaire or online enquiry. 

Address: Chelwood Gate, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 7TT, England

Post Code: RH17 7TT

Council: Haywards Heath

County: East Sussex

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