As a self-funded Centre that costs over £20,000 per week to run, we rely on our fundraising & events to keep Woodside open and to continue rescuing, rehabilitating & re-homing animals. Here are just some of the ways in which you can help:
Upcoming Events…
Attending our fundraising events is another great way to support our centre – have a look at what we’ve got planned! We look forward to seeing you there.
More exciting events coming in 2022, Watch this space
Sponsored Dog Walk
Saturday 28th May
Leicester Riverside Festival
Saturday 4th June & Sunday 5th June
Woodside Summer Event – Pet Fest
Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th July
Leicester’s 1 Big Weekend
Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th of August 2022
Woodside Summer Car Boot
Saturday 20th August
Knighton Park Event
Sunday 4th September
Woodside Winter Car Boot
Saturday 1st October
Woodside Christmas Event
Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th November
Organise an Event
Please get in touch with us if you’d like to organise a fundraising event in aid of Woodside. Examples of previous supporter events include: BBQ, Concert, Open Garden, Cake Sale and Fashion Show.
Donate Used Items
We are very grateful for any towels, blankets and sheets for use in our animal centre. Unfortunately we do not use pillows or duvets / quilts. Dog and cat items, including food, are also gratefully accepted!
Sponsored Challenge
Please get in touch with us if you’d like to take on a sponsored challenge in aid of Woodside. Examples of previous sponsored challenges include: Abseiling, Sky Dive, Mountain Climbing and Leicester Marathon.
Payroll Giving
A very simple way to help us rescue, rescue and rehome the neglected, unwanted and abused animals of Leicestershire. To donate directly through your salary, please talk to your employer.
Safe Haven
Help us provide a safe environment for local animals. Become a monthly donor to give Woodside’s rescue pets the security of long-term support.
Donate Items
Order specialist products and equipment directly to Woodside, via Amazon. The wishlist is regularly updated with the items that the animals need most.
Amazon Smile
Raise money for Woodside every time you shop, at no extra cost! Select us as your Smile Charity and Amazon will donate a percentage of your purchases.
Amazon Wishlist
We are very grateful for any towels, blankets and sheets for use in our animal centre. Unfortunately we do not use pillows or duvets / quilts. Dog and cat items, including food, are also gratefully accepted!
Opening Hours
Centre visits / look arounds:
We are open to the public to have a look around on Thursdays and Saturdays from 11am to 3pm
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Pet Shop:
Open 7 Days a week – 10am -4pm
We would request that you continue to wear a mask in indoor areas and sanitise your hands regularly
Thank you for your cooperation
Reception and Animal Centre:
Animal appointments
Mon, Tue, Wed and Sun - 10am to 4pm
If you are interested in adopting an animal in our care, please go to the animal profile pages and complete the contact forms. Our team will then contact you to discuss the current adoption process.
Contact Us
Post:
Woodside Animal Centre
190 Scudamore Road,
Leicester LE3 1UQ
Phone:
General Enquiries: 0116 233 6677
Woodside Pet Shop: 0116 233 6677
RSPCA Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999
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