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Willows Farm Village
Set in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, Willows Farm Village offers a wonderful family day out with a fun packed programme of farmyard animals adventure play, fun fair rides, children’s shows, falconry displays and tractor rides. We’ve plenty of indoor adventure soft play too. With a seasonally changing programme there is...
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Rye Meads Nature Reserve
This urban nature reserve has something to offer everyone and will appeal to families, walkers, birdwatchers and photographers. It is a great place to relax and wind down, listen to birdsong, see flocks of wild ducks and enjoy views of lakes, meadows and marshes.
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Woodside Farm & Leisure Park - Luton
Enjoy the sound of laughter and fun in our adventure playgrounds. Swings, slides, Tarzan trail, fort, swing bridges, farm tractors, Toy Town, miniature farmyard, junior farmer electric tractor play area, indoor soft play area and ball pond! And our new heated indoor play barn with play frame for 3-11 year olds and soft play area for the under 3's....
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Paradise Wildlife Park - Broxbourne
Paradise Wildlife Park is a privately owned establishment with the conservation of animals as it's main objective. The Sampson Family have owned the site for 21 years and have built a reputable Animal Park and Leisure Venue that is enjoyed by generations of local families. Not only does the Park serve the local community by offering employment,...
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Aldenham Country Park
The Park and Farm is open every day of the year with the exception of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. It includes the following attractions: 175 acres of woodland Meadows and reservoir Sailing Fishing Rare breeds farm including cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, shire horses, poultry and rabbits Childrens adventure and toddlers...
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Waltham Abbey Gardens
Waltham Abbey Gardens offer relaxing surroundings rich in history. It’s the reputed burial site of King Harold, after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Some of the remains visible today, including the cloister entry, Abbey gateway, precinct and chapter house walls, and the stone bridge over the Cornmill Stream, give an...
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Langleybury Childrens Farm
Langleybury Childrens Farm is an open farm which allows children of all ages to interact with animals. We are open every weekend from Easter to the end of October, plus daily during school holidays. They also have other attractions such as bouncy castle, putting green, adventure play area, gift and refreshment shop and pets corner. We also...
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Farmyard Funworld
The Lincolnsfields Children’s Centre is a registered children’s charity providing opportunities for children, young people and adults with special needs. We provide catered and self-catering residential accommodation to enable groups, under adult supervision, to spend time away from their urban environment. We also have facilities...
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Lee Valley Park Farms - Waltham
Lee Valley Park Farms in Waltham Abbey, Essex are just the best kind of fun when it comes to a great value family day out. For a great family day out come and visit us at Lee Valley Park Farms! Whizz down our toboggan run in the Alpine Adventure . Then bound around the world in 80 leaps with our World of Farming zone and learn about llamas,...
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Redwings Horse Sanctuary - Ada Cole Visitor Centre
Meet rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules nose-to-nose at Redwings Ada Cole – from irresistibly fluffy Shetland pony Tinkerbell to cheeky wheeling and dealing donkeys Del Boy and Rodney. Redwings Ada Cole, near Harlow, is part of the UK’s largest horse sanctuary, Redwings Horse Sanctuary, where animal lovers can get up close and...
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Golders Hill Park - Hampstead Heath
Facilities include an animal enclosure, butterfly house, a bandstand, children's play area, cafe, toilets. Sports facilities include grass and hard tennis courts, golf practice nets and croquet.
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Shepreth Wildlife Park
The Wildlife Park first started as a private wild animal sanctuary in 1979, when a young injured jackdaw was brought to us to look after. 'Jack' recovered and soon became one of the family. Since that time we have adopted many other injured victims and have hand reared countless orphaned animals such as foxes, hedgehogs, squirrels, rabbits, deer,...
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Mead Open Farm - Leighton Buzzard
With Shaggy’s PlayWorld now open, you can enjoy even heaps more play at Mead Open Farm. With challenging slides and scramblers for the older children and a special soft play zone for the under fives, there’s something to keep everyone happy. Plus with over 200 furry friends, you’ll never short of rabbits to cuddle, cows to...
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RSPB Nature Reserve The Lodge - Sandy
The Lodge nature reserve opened in 1961. The woodland, heath and acid grassland along the Greensand Ridge cover 180 hectares, and are being restored to form the largest stretch of heathland in Bedfordshire. You can explore this attractive nature reserve along 5 miles (8 km) of trails, visit the beautifully managed gardens, the Iron Age banks and...
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Wimpole Home Farm
Part of the grandest working estate in Cambridgeshire 18th-century rare breeds farm with sheep, goats, cattle, pigs and horses Shire horse wagon rides and driving courses Collection of farm implements dating back 200 years Interpretive displays in the Great Barn The grandest working estate in Cambridgeshire What's new...
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Herring's Green Farm - Wilstead
One of the UK's Largest Bird of Prey Centres hosting over 300 birds on display its a great day out for the family. The English School of Falconry and Bird of Prey and Conservation Centre is a family run business with over 50 years experience in Falconry. With our collection of birds growing to almost 300, we decided that it was time to open a...
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Kentish Town City Farm - London
Children, young people and adults are actively encouraged to participate in all aspects of animal care, from mucking out to helping with feeds and site maintenance. The farm has a stock of chickens, cows, ducks, geese, goats, horses, pigs and sheep. Some of the animals are rare breeds and they are are used to being ...
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Brookes Farm - Skeltons Lane Park
Brooks Farm is a wonderful visitor’s attraction based inside Skeltons Lane Park, Leyton, E10. The farm has full disabled access and two disabled parking bays (call to book). Parking is widely available on Skeltons Lane or Byron Road, although we strongly advise the use of public transport.During school holidays there are...
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Freightliners Farm - Islington
Come and enjoy a taste of country life in the city. Freightliners Farm, in the heart of Islington, provides an exciting opportunity for you to experience a real working farm in action. The Farm is open all year round from Tuesday to Sunday. On Monday, the farm is closed except on Bank Holidays. During the Christmas period, the farm is...
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Corams Fields - Bloomsbury
Coram's Fields is a unique seven acre playground and park for children and young people living in or visiting London. It includes a Youth Centre, Children's Centre, Community Nursery, Sports Programme, a city farm and a cafe which is open from March until October. The park is open all year round from 9am until dusk and is free...
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Hackney City Farm
For over 20 years , Hackney City Farm has been giving the local community the opportunity to experience farming right in the heart of the city. It offers an opportunity for children and adults to get up close to a range of farmyard animals. Have a browse and find out more about what we do, or better still, come and visit us and see for...
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Brent Lodge Animal Centre - Hanwell
What's on offer? The centre houses a wide variety of animals including: exotic birds mammals such as mongooses domestic species including goats and guinea pigs and an indoor area with monkeys, reptiles, spiders and more What's on offer? The centre houses a wide variety of animals including: exotic...
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Spitalfields Farm - Buxton Street
Spitalfields City Farm is the nearest city farm to the square mile. Despite this, the farm is located in one of the most deprived and densely populated wards of Tower Hamlets (DOE 1996), although Spitalfields remains a vibrant and colourful multi-cultural area with strong community links. The farm is a registered charity and company limited by...
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Stepping Stones Farm - Stepney Way
Stepping Stones Farm was set up in 1979 as a result of community consultation. Local residents, schools, churches & community groups were consulted and a small patch of land was secured for the farms use. Since then we have doubled in size thanks to London Borough of Tower Hamlets giving us the derelict land that forms our square of 4.2 acres ...
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Woburn Abbey and Gardens
For an amazing family day out, go on a safari drive adventure in the heart of Bedfordshire! Come to Woburn Safari Park and meet the wildlife roaming in over 300 acres of beautiful parkland. Enjoy a full day of family fun for one low ticket price. Park for free in the leisure area and walk through our animal encounters, where you'll see...
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Peppa Pig World (Express Day Trip from London)
Over 70 attractions for all ages, plus luxury transport from London What's included Access to Paultons Park, including Peppa Pig World Luxury return transfer on a superior coach Colouring kit, video screen, and Peppa Pig toys (for on-board entertainment only) Free WiFi USB charger at every coach seat Services of a Guest Service Assistant ...
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The Bucks Goat Centre - Stoke Mandeville
We are a children's miniature zoo featuring a wide range of animals, including llamas, wallabies, birds, reptiles, pigs, donkeys and every breed of domestic goat found in Britain. A petting pen is available for small children to make friends with our rabbits and guinea pigs Visitors are invited to feed our goats. Other facilities include a toy...
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Oak Farm Rare Breeds Park - Aylesbury
A small, traditional working farm is a traditional organic working farm with friendly sheep, goats, pigs, cattle and poultry , home to a variety of animals he animals all have names and many are rare breeds, The park also has a picnic/play area and a short countryside walk many of which are rescued for a second chance in life. Special food...
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HULA Animal Rescue
FACTS ABOUT HULA HULA has saved over 31,000 animals since it was founded The average length of stay at HULA is one to three months before being re-homed HULA has a non-destruction policy for every healthy animal All animals are micro-chipped, vaccinated, and wormed...
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Newham City Farm - Beckton
Come and visit Blaze the gigantic Shire Horse or taste the honey made in the farm's very own bee hives. The farm's pond is home to a host of geese and ducks. Opened in 1977, Newham Farm is one of London's longest established city farms, and boasts, among other animals, pigs, sheep and pygmy goats and even birds of prey. Free entry...
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Surrey Docks Farm - South Wharf
Surrey Docks Farm is a working city farm in the heart of London. It occupies a 2.2 acre site on the south bank of the river Thames in Rotherhithe. The farm works with local communities and the people of Southwark to provide many unique opportunities for people to learn about farming and food production, and to be actively involved...
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Vauxhall City Farm - London SE11
Vauxhall City Farm is an oasis in the heart of London, providing the local community and visitors from afar the opportunity to stay connected to nature and animals. Covering 1.5 acres of land, Vauxhall City Farm is home to over 80 animals, which provides a chance for Londoners to meet farm animals face to face from rare breed sheep and cows to...
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WWT London Wetland - Barnes
Located on the banks of the River Thames in Barnes, Southwest London the centre is home to rare and beautiful wildlife including Bitterns, Kingfishers and a colony of endangered Water voles. The spectacular 42 hectare reserve also features: * Fun family day out at London Wetland Centre...
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The Tropical Zoo - Brentford
The Tropical Zoo, based in London is a zoo that offers an indoor children's zoo experience. They have a great range of animals including crocodiles, tarantulas, piranahs and snakes. Monkeys: Bolivian Squirrel Monkey, Common Marmoset Monkey. Birds: Bengalese Eagle Owl, Congo African Grey Parrot, Green Wing Macaw, Military Macaw and more. You...
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Thrift Farm - Whaddon
At Thrift Farm there is so much for you to see and do! Spread over a 52 acre working farm our attractions include the Farm Park, Café and Gift Shop. Thrift Farm offers work-based support to clients with learning disabilities and mental health issues, who work across all areas of the farm to build their skills and independence. Our highly...
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Odds Farm Park - High Wycombe
Guaranteed to give you the Ahhhh factor, there's stacks of animal fun and indoor play at award winning children’s farm Odds Farm Park. Meet the farmers and get extra close to the animals in the Hands On Area, open all day and with extra hand-washing facilities too! Stroke bunnies, hand feed goats and sheep, meet cheeky pigs and more. ...
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Old MacDonald's Farm
For all weather fun days out let your kids go mad in our superb indoor soft play area whilst you relax and enjoy a nice cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee. When the sun is shining Old MacDonald’s Farm is a fantastic family attraction full of fun outdoor activities. You can spend time with the farm animals or have fun on our exciting rides...
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Wandlebury Country Park - Cambridge
On the gentle Gog Magog Hills just south of Cambridge, Wandlebury is a welcome retreat for walkers and nature lovers. With 110 acres (40 ha) of beautiful woods and chalk grassland, the remains of a 5th Century BC Iron Age Hill Fort (a Scheduled Ancient Monument), walks over some 8 miles (12 km) of meandering...
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Lacey Green Maize Maze - Princes Risborough
The Lacey Green Maize Maze will not be opening this Summer (2015) but Charlotte will be running some Farm Tours in an effort to raise money for her World Challenge Expedition in 2016. ‘Charlotte’s Farm Tours’ will involve a guided walking tour around our family dairy farm here in the Chiltern Hills, allowing you an insight into...
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Hounslow Urban Farm - Feltham
Hounslow Urban Farm is London's largest community farm. It covers 29 acres and is an important educational resource and new leisure facility for all the family. Visitors can enjoy a variety of colourful and unusual farm animals close-up, including 5 types of pigs, Exmoor ponies, 15 breeds of chicken, goats, rabbits, ducks, geese and lots more. ...
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Deen City Farm and Riding School - Merton
Deen City Farm is a unique, educational resource and registered charity in SW London, giving people the opportunity to learn from their visit or contribution to a successful community project. You can download a General Leaflet on the Farm from here. The Farm is based on National Trust land (part of the Morden Hall Park Estate) on the fringes of...
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Woodlands Farm - Welling
Woodlands Farm covers approximately 89 acres on the borders of Greenwich and Bexley boroughs near to Oxleas Woods. Run by a charitable trust, it is an educational Farm managed under the Natural England Higher Level Countryside Stewardship Scheme where we try to balance farming practice with the needs of nature...
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Crystal Palace Park Farm
The farm reopened to the public in April 2008 and now provides facilities for members of the local community who are interested in developing their skills and knowledge in animal care and welfare. It is also hoped that the facilities can be used to enhance the curriculum offer available in local schools, by providing day visits for up to...
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Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park
Experience the best of British countryside in a fun-filled family day out. Get hands-on with our rare farm breeds, come face-to-face with wildlife, explore the nature trails and go wild in our adventure play areas, whatever the weather. Hogshaw Farm and Wildlife Park is an environmentally friendly rare breeds farm attraction, located in 44...
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Linton Zoo - Cambridge
Linton has a large number of the big cats and form part of the zoo breeding program where you can see infants and adult varieties! Hosting a big variety of other species and animals for the kids to view! Linton Zoo has evolved out of our family's love, interest and concern for the wildlife of the world. In January 1972 we moved from Bishops...
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Barleylands Farm - Billericay
Barleylands Farm Centre is accessed from our large, free car park. Children of all ages can meet and feed our friendly farm animals, ride the mini tractors around the farm and let off steam in the adventure play area. Come along and visit Sam the ferret, cuddle a rabbit in the bunny barn and see if the ducks and geese are visiting our pond or ride...
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Tiggywinkles - Aylesbury
Caring for sick and injured hedgehogs, badgers, wild birds, foxes, even reptiles and amphibians Every year in Britain over five million wild animals and birds are injured as a direct result of their encounters with man's world. We are a specialist hospital, dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating all species of British wildlife using all...
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Thurleigh Farm Centre - Bedford
Our indoor and outdoor play centre is open and is included in the entry. At weekends and during school holidays we run a schedule of activities which include Quad bikes (for ages 6 and over), Go Carts (ages 10 and over), Pony Rides , Fire Engine Rides and Bungee Trampolines as well as Tractor Rides and Animal Feeding. If these activities are of...
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Animal Rangers - Maidenhead
We are open every Saturday for young people to come and work hands on with our animals. We have big animals and little petting animals and young people get the chance to get involved in all areas of the farm, feeding, exercising, cleaning, petting. Through their hands on involvement the children will learn about all the animals...
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Hobbledown Childrens Farm - Epsom
Our guide will help you find all the information you and your young Hobblers need to plan your visit to Hobbledown. We want you to have the most mysterical experience here with us, so whether it’s your first visit or even your hundredth (we really hope so!), then a quick read through will make sure you really get the most out of your time at...
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Christmas Tree Farm
At Christmas Tree farm we have a wide selection of animals. Some have been rescued or donated to the farm. At present we have 2 Jersey Cows called Betty and Daisy. Children and adults love their big long tongues. We also have 2 donkeys, one a Jenny called Ellee and one a Jack called J.C. Opening Times/: 10AM - 4PM NOV-FEB 10AM - 5.30PM MAR -...
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Please find our list of Hertfordshire children's farms, petting farms and miniature zoos and anything related to animals by county, offering animals for viewing and petting for you, your child, and your family.This could include sheep racing, feeding animals, play grounds, or shows including animals and farms.
A Children's farms may be a fantastic destination close to Hertfordshire to take those children. Young boys and girls, and most definitely tots searching for stimulating locations to pay a visit to with a Grandad for example, can sometimes interact with a wide variety of local creatures. These might include things like sheep, ducks, goats, small camels, wild boar, and possibly even ostriches. Food may be purchased for the livestock from a kiosk. Your nearby Children's zoo may possibly have more unfamiliar animals such as porcupines, tropical pets or animals such as lizards and ant colonies and even birds of paradise. Be assured if you are an Aunty with a nephew for example, then you definitely are not going to be disappointedwith what a children's petting zoo can provide you with you. Some farms can also provide a mobile service which would probably be of particular interest to a guardian seeking to put togetheir a party maybe. So should you are now living in the Hertfordshire region and have children, then a petting zoo might be the perfect place for a person to take the young ones. Make sure you take a look at the web page before you go to find out if the children's zoo have discounts on for a affordable time out.