History of the Barn
Benedictine Monks established St Peter's Monastery at Abbotsbury in the 1040s. They built the Tithe Barn in the 1390's. The monastery was destroyed in 1539 during the dissolution. Some of the ruins can be seen around St. Nicholas' Church in the village.
Goat Racing
Goats play a major part in our activity schedule, before each race there is parade of the runners, so that a favourite can be chosen to support.
Bottle feed the goats after the race, but hang on tight to the bottle! After feeding, some children will be able to take a goat for a warm-down walk, also cuddle guinea pigs, ride ponies, race toy tractors and play in the soft play area.
Spring and Summer
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
19th March to 4th September, 10.00am to 5.00/6.00pm, please ring to confirm closing time.
Autumn
WEEKENDS ONLY
5th September to 21st October, 10.00am to 5.00pm.
Half term daily 24th to 30th October 10.00am to 5.00pm.
Last admissions one hour before closing.
| ADMISSION CHARGES 2011 |
| INDIVIDUAL TICKETS | SWANNERY | GARDENS | CHILDREN'S FARM |
| Adult | £9.95 | £9.95 | £8.50 |
| OAP, Student, Disabled | £9.50 | £9.50 | £8.00 |
| Child (5-15 years) | £7.00 | £7.00 | £7.00 |
Super Saver Family Tickets
(2 adults + up to 3 Children) | £32.00
Includes – Entry to the Swannery, Children's Farm and
The Subtropical Gardens
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| PASSPORT TICKET to 3 sites - Adult | £16.00 | GREAT VALUE:
The Abbotsbury Passport enables the purchaser to make one visit to each of the three attractions.
'A REAL HOLIDAY TREAT' |
| PASSPORT TICKET to 3 sites - OAP | £15.00 |
| PASSPORT TICKET to 3 sites - Child | £10.00 |
PASSPORT TICKET to 3 sites - Family
Group up to 5 with a maximum of 2 adults | £32.00 |
| GROUP RATE for ten persons or more | SWANNERY | GARDENS | CHILDREN'S FARM |
| Adult | £7.00 | £7.00 | £6.00 |
| OAP, Student, Disabled | £6.50 | £6.50 | £5.50 |
| Child (5-15 years) | £4.50 | £4.50 | £4.50 |
GROUP PASSPORT TICKET -
Any 2 sites - Adult/OAP | £12.00 | GREAT VALUE:
The Abbotsbury Group Passport enables the purchaser to make one visit to any two of the three attractions, an opportunity for 'GREAT DAY OUT' |
GROUP PASSPORT TICKET-
Any 2 sites - Child (5-15 years) | £9.00 |
SCHOOL GROUPS
*Pre Schools - see note below | SWANNERY
Incl. tour by swanherd | GARDENS | CHILDREN'S FARM |
| Teacher (1 FREE per 10) | £7.00 | £7.00 | £6.00 |
| Child (5-15 years) | £5.00 | £4.50 | £4.50 |
| ANNUAL SEASON TICKETS - Valid for entry to all attractions |
| Adult | £25.00 | GREAT VALUE: for local people to enjoy the variety of the seasons at Abbotsbury all year long. |
| Child (5-15 years), OAP, Student, Disabled | £20.00 |
Super Saver - 2 adult + up to 3 Children
Group of up to 5 with a maximum of 2 adults | £55.00 |
* Pre Schools - Children under 5 years may enter the attractions free of charge.
All accompanying adults must pay the normal admission rate. The group rate will apply when there are 10 or more paying adults
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