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End House Children's Farm Middleton
Lane, Middleton, Nr. Tamworth, Staffs B78 2BL, Tel: 0121 329 3240
Family owned farm which has been operating as a Childrens
Farm for nearly 30 years. Enjoyable
and educational hands on experience for children of all ages.
Guided
tours for school parties and play groups. Children are given
food to feed the animals, can hold a newly hatched chick
or duckling if they wish and have a farm badge of their choice.
During Spring Summer season the children are also invited
to help bottle feed the lambs and kids.
"Ash end Farm is an enjoyable experience
for adults and children alike. Activities range from feeding
the animals to having the pleasure of holding baby animals
like new chicks."
Travel along the A4091 from either the A5 or the A446 and follow the signs. |
Beamish
Wild Beamish Country House Hotel,
Beamish, Co Durham DH90YB
Tel: 0044 1207 233733
Set in the grounds of Beamish Hall in Co.
Durhamt, Beamish Wild is a Birds of Prey Centre,
Ropes Activity Course and adventure playground
providing a fun day out for all the family.
If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush then
Beamish Wild High Ropes is an adventure course set 35ft
up in the trees. Take on a range of obstacles such as
climbing through tunnel nets, zip wiring between the
trees, jumping off the ‘leap of faith’ and
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Whether it be face-to-face encounters with our feathery
friends in our free flight demonstrations, taking the baby
owls on an Owl Walk or letting the kids run wild in the adventure
playground, Beamish Wild really is great fun for all the
family.”
Tel 01207 233 733
Bluebells Brunswood
Farm,
Locko Road,
Derby DE21 7BU
Tel: 01332 673924
Calves, sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, a
pony, a donkey and guinea pigs for
everyone to come and meet and can also buy
bags of food in the shop for children (or even
adults!) to come and feed them. The ice cream
parlour, shop and tea rooms is based in a wonderfully
converted old farm building and everyone that
enters can expect a warm welcome from Rosemary
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"It's ideal for younger children. It's
got a play area, small animals and a cafe. It's also got
it's very own made delicious ice cream!"
Chatsworth
Farm Park Chatsworth, Bakewell Derbyshire (01246) 565300
A fantastic day out, especially for the under
10's. A good selection of farm animals
for children to see with a fabulous play area. There
are good, clean facilities with easy access for
pushchairs/wheelchairs. If you've got time
the beautiful gardens are a must!
"Chatsworth Farmyard & Adventure
Playground - Fun for all the family! Wonderful
day out with animals and a really fantastic playground
- that the children will truly love!" |
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Drayton
Manor Park near Tamworth, Staffordshire,
08708 725252
Full day of fun and lots to do. brill.
Lots of family fun and rides for little ones too. The zoo has over a hundred
species from all over the world including big cats, reptiles, monkeys, owls,
eagles, parrots - plus there is an exotic creature reserve.
Please ring for prices.
Ticket Hotline 0870 240 69 50.
Located near Tamworth, Staffordshire on the A4091, close to Junctions 9 & 10
of the M42 or exit T2 of the M6 Toll.
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Ferry
Farm Boat Lane, Hoveringham, Nottingham, Tel:
(0115) 966 4512
This farm is a favourite. Farmyard animals, activity
playground, young toddler playground and tractor area,
trampolines, picnic or eat in. Tea room- reasonably priced
with indoor and outdoor seating and highchairs provided. |
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There is an indoor activity centre suitable
for all ages.
"My two little grandchildren love
it here and we feel quite happy having a jump on the trampolines
with them.(never too old!) Particularly good for smaller
children. Reasonably sized indoor play area should the
weather change. Food is very good. It never gets too busy so
children are able to sample everything on offer. Enables children
to appreciate natural environment as well as man made."
Jumicar is now onsite this is a fun and educational children's
driving activity. There is a small extra charge and Jumicar is
open at weekends and during the Nottinghamshire School holidays.
"This is a lovely place for grandparents
to take their little ones. Both of our grandchildren love
this place. It is ideal for younger children. Huge trampolines,
go- karts, outdoor play area plus indoor play area. Farmyard
where children can pet and feed the animals. Restuarant
serving good quality reasonably priced food."
Opening times: 10.00am to 5.00pm.
Opening days: Thursday to Sunday until 19th December
Closed Mondays except for Bank Holidays and local school holidays.
Free Parking
The farm is situated off the A612, Nottingham
to Southwell road between Lowdham and Thurgarton.
Floralands
Farm Park Floralands,
Catfoot Lane,
Lambley,
Nottingham
NG4 4QL Tel: (0115) 926 8137
Children's play area, mini railway, feed and hold animals
plus a cafe. |
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"This is a garden centre with a difference!
I took my 4 yr old to floralands,
they have a variety of animals you can hold and feed with a
fabulous childrens play area all for £2 entry fee plus £1
for animal feed. they also have a nice cafe."
Admission £2 for a full day pass. Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
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Happy
Hens
Farm Highfields Farm,
Heage Lane,
Etwall,
Derbyshire DE65 6LS Tel: 01283 732083
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"A lovely little farm. £1
per adult and under 2's FREE! You can purchase a selection
of food to feed the animals for £1 as well. Bouncy castle
available and you can collect your own fresh eggs. Children
can sit on Tractors and there are picnic tables and also
a little shop to purchase fresh veg and your turkey for xmas."
Located near the village of Etwall, 7 miles from Derby on the
A516, just off the A50, the main M1/M6 link. |
Lanes
Farm Breaston Lane, Risley Draycott Derbyshire
DE72 3TT (0115)
939 7128
You can buy carrots and cabbage leaves from the farm shop
to feed to the animals.
There are sheep, goats, cows, pigs, chickens and ducks
to feed. Also rabbits, birds, chipmunks and peacocks
to see.
There is a child friendly cafe with homemade biscuits,
cakes and children\'s meals.
There is a tractor for children to sit on.
There are plants and vegetables, fruit to buy in the shop.
Free entrance.
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Naturescape
Wildflower Farm Maple Farm, Coach Gap Lane,
Langar Nottingham (01949) 860592
If you like open meadows and fields, you'll love this
farm. A real bonus is that you can shop for plants and
flowers whilst still giving your kids a fun day out.
It's a bit rustic around the edges, but your kids won't
notice. Sand pit, playground, swings, trikes and more. |
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The Tea room is reasonably priced and offers generous portions
of tea. Limited selection of food - cakes, crisps and candy
bars. There are picnic tables outside so bring a packed lunch
and have fun!
Admission FREE
Apr to Sept everyday / Oct to Mar weekdays only
Opening Times: 11am to 5.30pm
From the A52 towards Grantham, turn right to Langar just after
Radcliffe on Trent. It's clearly signposted to both Langar
(white sign) and Naturescape (brown sign). |
Manor
Farm Animal Centre & Donkey Sanctuary
Castle Hill, East Leake, Loughborough, Leics 01509 852525
The farm has nearly 100 acres with a natural wild flower meadow,
a small lake, a nature trail and childrens' adventure play
areas and also is home and sanctuary to many animals in need.
You can adopt an animal! The Old Barn Cafe specialises in home
made cakes and biscuits.
"A fantastic day out for all the family- we have 3 children
aged 8,5 and 3, and there was something for everyone, the
indoor play area was a massive hit, and so was the fort.
Enterance price is reasonable too."
"Brilliant day out come rain or shine.
My son who is nearly 3 loved the donkeys and the fact he
got to ride one too was even better. Excellent for toddlers
and a fab picnic area with plenty of outdoor toys to play
with, such as toddler friendly climbing frames. Have been
three times already this year!"
Opening Times: Weekends & Bank Holidays 10.00am
- 5.00pm
School Holiday Opening Times: Weekdays 10.00am - 4.00pm,
Weekends & Bank
Holidays 10.00am - 5.00pm
Closed on Mondays except Bank Holidays and 24th December
- 2nd January
Adults £4.50 Children £3.50 Under 2's Free
Free parking for cars, coaches by arrangement |
Rand
Farm Park Lincolnshire (01673) 858904
What is there to do? Feed the animals, hatchery, small
creatures house (pushchair friendly), adventure playground,
indoor heated play pods, big toys for little people,
play Village, ride-on tractors, sandpit, pedal kart tarmac
track, tractor rides (with hydraulic chair-lift), birthday
parties, special event days, special party room, gift
shop, tea rooms selling fresh home-made food. Most attractions
are under cover.
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Admission: £4.50 per person per day, Children under-2
FREE, Car parking free.
Open every day except Christmas Day and Boxing Day
March-October 10am-6pm
November-February 10am-4pm
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Sherwood
Forest Farm Park Lamb Pens Farm, Edwinstowe,
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire (01623) 823558
Children and adults visiting Sherwood Forest Farm Park
have the opportunity to see breeds of domestic animals
not commonly found on farms since their grandparents'
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There is an under 5's play area, tea room, picnic area and
a shop.
"Really good for toddlers. There is an under 5's play
area which is set up just like a nursery play area, with
trikes and play houses. Not to mention feeding lambs
and miniature trains and all the farm animals too. The
cafe is good because it is quite spacious and has several
areas."
"Used to visit here regularly with
my now grown-up children and they loved it. I now have
a 4 year old and took him for the day and he loved
it. Lots of chickens, goats, cattle, sheep, pigs
etc including some rare breeds.Very freindly staff,
and a new attraction was a mini maize maze which we all
thought was great. There are avairies and a steam train
ride which you can use all day for just an extra £1
on the admission. there is a really nice terrace area
leading down to a lake with ducks and swans with benches
and tables to eat your picnic. The tea room looked clean
and tidy. The indoor play area was a little worse for
wear but this didn't detract from a really enjoyable
day. Overall it's a down to earth place to visit,
no frills or gimmicks. Highly recommended for any age"
"Sherwood forest farm park
is very good value, lovely play area to picnic in for
the little ones, lots of animals to feed and pet. We
take our grandchildren several times a year. "
Open Sat 3rd April to Sun 17th October inclusive
Opening times: 10.30am – 5.15pm
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Stonebridge
City Farm Stonebridge Road, St Anns, Nottingham
Tel: (0115) 950 5113
A hidden gem in the centre of Nottingham. Lots of fun
animals but small enough to toddle round.
There is also a small but good play area and a cheap
cafe.
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FREE admission
Open 6 days a week (closed Fridays)
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Stonehurst
Family Farm Loughborough Road,
Mountsorrel,
Leicestershire Tel: 01509 413216
Excellent farm that children will want to go
back to again and again. It is a real
working farm with a wide range of animals including
guinea pigs, rabbits, potbellied pigs, horses,
donkeys, goats and sheep.
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Tractor rides throughout the day and there's also
an adventure playground, a motor museum and a teashop with
highchairs available.
Open everyday 9:30am to 5pm
Prices:
Adults £3.45
Children £2.45
Family ticket (2 adults + 3 children) £12.50
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Trentham
Monkey Forest Stone Road, Trentham,
Staffordshire ST4 8AY Tel: 01782 659 845
A unique experience for everyone - come to
the only place in Britain where you can walk
amongst 140 Barbary macaques roaming free in
60 acres of beautiful English Forest. |
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Walking in the park you are transported into a different world
through close contact with the monkeys. Guides are positioned
along the paths and are happy to answer any questions. Hourly
feeding talks.
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Twycross
Zoo Atherstone, Warwickshire 01827 880250/880440
Twycross is renowned for its incredible
range of monkeys but there are plenty of
other staple zooalogical attractions, such
as lions and elephants. Cafe and
shop. |
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Take a packed lunch and picnic on one of the many grassy areas.
Open all year (Closed Christmas day).
Opening Times: 10am-5:30pm summer/10am-4pm winter
Look out for our 7 part fly on the wall TV series, on ITV,
5.30pm starting Sunday 8th July 2007.
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West
Lodge Farm Park West Lodge Rural Centre,
Back Lane,
Desborough
Kettering,
Northants
NN14 2SH Tel: 01536 760552
"I recommend West Lodge Rural Center,
which is essentially what you would call a farm park.
Nice big playground, barrel rides, sheep, pigs, rabbits
and more. The cafe is also nice with an open fireplace
and there's plenty of free parking too. We have a season
ticket which is especially good value."
Open every day from 1st February - 24th December / 27th
- 31st December
Open weekends only in January.
Admission:
Under two's FREE
Peak
Adult £5.50
Child £4.50
OAP £5
Family (2 adults/2 child) £18.00
Membership
Adult £27.50 per year
Child £22.50 per year
OAP £25 per year
Family (2 adults/2 child) £90.00 per year
Located within 30 minutes of Peterborough, Northampton
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White
Post Farm Centre White Post Farm Centre,
Farnsfield, Notts. NG22 8HL
(01623) 882977
White Post Farm Centre is a great day out for all of
the family! Come along and make friends with over 3000
animals from the instantly recognisable to the more unusual
including meerkats, reptiles, llamas and bats. |
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Plus have a great time on our Brand New Outdoor Play Area and
Go-Kart track, and enjoy the NEW tube slide in the Beach Barn.
Opening Times: From 10 am daily, closes at 5pm
The White Post Farm Centre is open all year round to the public
whatever the weather. |
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