Outdoor learning

Fun engaging sessions for  parents and toddlers

Our Parent and Toddler Farm Sessions offer a wonderful opportunity for young children to explore the farm in a safe and welcoming environment, alongside their parents or guardians. 

These sessions are designed to introduce toddlers to the joys of farm life, allowing them to interact with a variety of animals, such as feeding, petting, and observing them up close. Parents can enjoy spending quality time with their little ones, while also learning about the animals and farm activities together. 

The sessions are a great way to encourage early development, promote sensory exploration, and foster a love of nature in a relaxed, fun atmosphere.

Sessions are usually held twice a month on a Wednesday 10am-11.30am, and with limited spaces available, early booking is recommended.

Our    Animals

Our farm is home to a diverse range of animals, many of which are pets or rescue animals, though we also have some commercial ewes for breeding. The lambs they produce are primarily sold to smallholders as breeding stock or pets. 

With over 100 animals, we have a variety of breeds, including sheep, pigs, Boer goats, pygmy goats, rescue hens, and several types of chickens, as well as alpacas, cows, ducks and turkeys. Most of our animals are accustomed to human interaction and enjoy being hand-fed and pampered

Our  Horticulture area

We have a dedicated horticultural area on the farm, which includes a fruit and salad polytunnel, an educational polytunnel where toddlers can sow and grow their own produce, a greenhouse, a herb garden, vegetable patches, and a fruit patch.

 Toddlers can learn a great deal in an allotment by engaging with nature in a hands-on and sensory-rich environment. As they explore the soil, plants, and insects, toddlers develop an early understanding of where food comes from and how plants grow. 

Activities like digging, planting seeds, watering plants, and collecting fruit or vegetables allow toddlers to refine their motor skills while fostering curiosity and a sense of responsibility. 

The vibrant colours, textures, and smells of the allotment also stimulate their senses, while the opportunity to interact with the environment promotes cognitive development. Through these experiences, toddlers learn about the cycles of nature, the importance of care and patience, and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world