Getting to our centres

All visitors, please note

Battersea’s centres are closed to the public except for pre-booked appointments or guided tours.

We know that they have always been a popular visitor destination to meet our wonderful dogs and cats. However, large numbers of on-site visitors can be distressing for the animals, which is why we now offer a limited number of pre-booked tours at our London centre. 

Our three centres

Plan your visit to one of our three centres with key information on our locations, access and travel advice.

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Behind the scenes

A tour of our iconic London centre offers a unique chance to get a closer look at our work, while also helping the dogs and cats at our centres and beyond.

Book a tour

Before you visit

We would recommend reading about our rehoming and intake processes before visiting.

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Rehome a dog

At Battersea, we make every effort to match you with the best dog for you.
Black cat playing with ball on a rug
Rehome a cat

Rehoming a Battersea cat is truly life-changing – for you, and your new companion.
Battersea staff member playing with a dog in a paddock
Giving up your dog

What to do if you are thinking about giving your dog up for adoption.
A volunteer stroking a cat in the Cattery
Giving up your cat

What to do if you are thinking about giving your cat up for adoption.
What to do if you have lost a dog
What to do if you have lost a dog

Things you should do to find your pet as quickly as possible
What to do if you have lost a cat
What to do if you have lost a cat

Things you should do if you've lost your cat.
What to do if you've found a dog
What to do if you've found a dog

What to do if you’ve found a dog and suspect they might be a stray or lost.
What to do if you have found a cat
What to do if you have found a cat

What to do if you have found a cat and suspect they may be stray or lost.

Help to keep our centres running

Battersea relies upon donations to raise the vital funds needed to keep our centres running, and we need the continued support of the public to ensure we can continue to be here for every dog and cat.