The Best Children's Farms to Visit in the UK

Exploring children’s farms is one of the best ways to create unforgettable family memories. Whether you’re feeding lambs, cuddling bunnies, or watching pig races, these farms offer hands-on experiences that you and your kids will love.

To help you plan the perfect family adventure, we’ve rounded up some of the best children's farms across the UK, with nearby campsites listed so you can turn your day out into a fun-filled countryside escape. Discover the cost-saving benefits of joining the Club. South East England | South West England | The Midlands | North West | North East | Wales | Northern Ireland | Tips for Visiting Children’s Farms

Children’s farms in South East England

Godstone Farm, Surrey

Godstone Farm is a haven for little ones with its interactive animal experiences, including feeding the goats, petting small animals, and even pony rides. The farm also boasts a huge adventure playground, tractor rides, and nature trails, ensuring an exciting day. They offer heaps of seasonal events, like firework displays suited for the little ones around bonfire night. It’s £1 cheaper to book your tickets in advance online.

If you want to stay nearby and want to keep enjoying the great outdoors, camping is a great option. Our stunning Horsley Club Site is just a 20-minute drive away, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the countryside. It’s perfect for unwinding after a fun day at the farm.

Bocketts Farm Park, Surrey

Set against the rolling Surrey Hills, Bocketts Farm Park is a working family farm where kids can get involved with feeding and grooming the animals. The farm is also known for its pig races and extensive indoor play area, making it ideal even on rainy days. This farm park is also a great option for birthday parties, ensuring an unforgettable birthday for your little ones.

Our Walton on Thames Club Site is about 25 minutes away and offers riverside camping close to other local attractions. As a member, you can save up to 30% on bookings with our campsites, along with other benefits. Click here to find out more about joining the club.

Hobbledown, Epsom

Hobbledown is a magical mix of adventure park and children's farm, where kids can explore themed play areas, meet a variety of animals, and even try their hand at zorbing. The farm is set in an enchanting environment that feels straight out of a storybook. To match this enchanting vibe, our Chertsey Club Site, just a short drive from Hobbledown, is a family-friendly campsite by the River Thames, offering a relaxing spot to stay overnight.

Children’s farms in South West England

Pennywell Farm, Devon

Who doesn’t adore miniature pigs? Pennywell Farm is an award-winning farm where kids can bottle-feed lambs, cuddle small animals, and even participate in ferret racing. The daily schedule is packed with interactive activities, ensuring every visit is different, including seasonal activities like pumpkin picking. During Christmas, they turn the farm into a winter wonderland. Check out what’s on to make the most of your visit.

If you want to stay nearby, our Dartmouth Club Site, around 30 minutes away, offers stunning views and easy access to the South Devon coast, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.

Puxton Park, Somerset

Puxton Park in Somerset is not your standard farm or petting zoo —it's a family adventure park! Alongside the usual farmyard friends, it features a falconry centre, massive indoor play areas, and even a boating lake. The farm’s dairy is also a highlight, where you can watch cows being milked and sample some fresh farm produce.

Tickets can be booked online, with ticket prices varying depending on visiting times. Our Cheddar Mendip Heights Club Site is about 25 minutes away and is perfect for families wanting to explore the Mendip Hills and Cheddar Gorge.

The BIG Sheep, Devon

The BIG Sheep in Devon is famous for its hilarious sheep races, but that’s just the start. This family attraction also offers animal feeding, live shows, and an extensive range of rides and play areas. It’s a great blend of farm fun and theme park thrills. After a day of jam-packed fun, you can stay nearby: our Lynton Club Site, nestled on the picturesque North Devon coast, offers a tranquil escape with plenty of outdoor activities nearby.

Children’s farms in the Midlands

Cotswold Farm Park, Cotswolds

Managed by Adam Henson—known for his role on BBC's Countryfile—the park has become a favourite destination for families seeking a fun day out. There are farm safaris, tractor rides, and interactive demonstrations of traditional farming techniques. Families can explore the adventure playground, enjoy picnics in scenic spots, or take a stroll along the Wildlife Walk, a nature trail that showcases the park's commitment to conservation.

The Cotswolds are a popular and scenic location for the entire family, with some conveniently located campsites near the farm, including our Winchcombe Club Site (18-minute drive away) and our Chipping Norton Club Site (29 minutes away).

Ash End House Children's Farm, Staffordshire

Ash End House in Staffordshire is a smaller, family-run farm that excels in hands-on experiences. Children can hold chicks, feed lambs, and even try pony grooming. The farm is especially welcoming to younger children, making it a perfect first farm experience.

Our Kingsbury Water Park Club Site is an 8-minute drive away and set in a beautiful country park.

National Forest Adventure Farm, Staffordshire

This farm offers a rich mix of indoor and outdoor activities, from animal feeding and tractor rides to seasonal events like pumpkin picking. If you don’t want the hassle of a long journey, we’ve got you covered! Our Conkers Club Site is located within the National Forest. It provides a perfect base for exploring the farm and surrounding woodland.

Children’s farms in North West England

Farmer Ted's Adventure Farm, Lancashire

Farmer Ted’s is a farm with a twist—alongside traditional farmyard activities, it offers themed events and the heaps of Shaun the Sheep themed experiences. The farm also has an impressive indoor play area and a maize maze, making it a great year-round destination. After your kids are done playing llamas and taking part in the Jurassic Tedventure, you’ll need a place to settle down. View our member-exclusive campsites in Southport to plan your stay.

Windmill Animal Farm, Lancashire

Windmill Animal Farm is not your run-of-the-mill farm. This farm is all about interaction, where kids can feed the animals, take a train ride, and play in the indoor soft play area. The farm’s setting, complete with a working windmill, adds to its charm. For those who are more daring, you can meet critters and creepy crawlies like spiders and snakes. Our Clitheroe Club Site is a great option for those who want to stay nearby, where you can enjoy a parkland setting close to the River Ribble.

Children’s farms in North East England

Tweddle Farm, County Durham

Tweddle Farm is a popular choice for adults and children alike. This children's farm has a lot to offer, from cute donkeys to fluffy sheep, to barrel rides, the kids will beg you to come back as soon as you’ve left. Located in County Durham, we have numerous member-exclusive campsites that you can visit if you plan to stay nearby, some of which are less than 10 minutes away from Tweddle Farm.

Hall Hill Farm, County Durham

Hall Hill Farm is a traditional farm that focuses on family-friendly fun. It offers tractor rides, lamb feeding, donkey rides, and an extensive play area. The farm also offers educational talks and demonstrations, making it both fun and informative. Located in Lancashire, there are many campsites to choose from. Barnard Castle Club Site, located just 10 minutes away, offers a convenient and comfortable base for exploring both Adventure Valley and the historic city of Durham.

Children’s farms in Wales

Manorafon Farm, North Wales

Whether you want to cuddle rabbits or watch pig races, Manorafon Farm is a dynamic children’s farm with loads to see and do. Packed with seasonal events and animals to interact with, it’s a must-visit. After a day of exploring the farm, you can enjoy some food and beverages at the park, ranging from ice cream to tasty hot dogs.

We have a plethora of campsites in Wales. Using our Siteseeker app is the easiest way to filter through campsites near you. Our St Davids Club Site, boasting stunning sunsets and sea views, is a suitable option for those who want to stay nearby.

Children’s farms in Northern Ireland

Streamvale Open Farm, Belfast

Nestled along the outskirts of Belfast, this 35-year-old farm features everything ranging from free barrel rides to cuddle and feeding times. This farm is not only a hit with the kids, but you can also plan a special date night here, featuring seasonal activities around Valentine's Day and pumpkin carving in time for Halloween. If you’re a fan of pumpkin picking, here’s a guide to pumpkin-picking locations near you.

The stunning surroundings of Northern Ireland are worth exploring during your visit. Our Delamont Country Park Club Site is a short 30-minute drive away from this Children’s farm.

Tips on visiting children’s farms

• Be prepared to get messy. While visiting children’s farms will surely be a hit with the kids, it can also be a muddy situation for all involved.

• Wear sturdy and comfortable shoes, as some of the petting zoos listed are quite large and require quite a bit of walking. Whether you’re visiting in summer or during the colder months, make sure to dress for the weather.

• Prepare for the weather: If it does end up raining, make sure to take a sturdy umbrella. While farm animals are usually friendly, make sure to keep your little one’s fingers safe!

• If they want to feed the animals, it’s best to remind them to feed them with a flat hand and follow the feeding instructions provided. While some children’s farms allow you to feed the animals, some don’t, and it’s important to follow the rules and look out for any signs that have been put in place. We don’t want to give the animals an upset tummy, do we?