Make the most of the Summer Holidays with a visit to the Rare Breeds Centre! Stay tuned to this page for news on the exciting activities we’ll be hosting.

This Father’s Day, we’re offering one free parent / carer day ticket per group with at least one paid adult or child.  This special offer is only valid for bookings made for Sunday 21st June 2026, and for one adult per group.

Visit this page again soon for the discount code and a look at the special events we have planned for on the day.

Check back soon to discover what’s coming up this May half term!

Hop on over from Friday 3rd April to Monday 6th April for our Easter Show and a guided Easter Egg Hunt!

Check back here until then for updates on our full schedule of the week, with pig racing confirmed to return as one of the week’s highlights.

This Mother’s Day, we’re offering one free parent / carer day ticket per group with at least one paid adult or child.  This special offer is only valid for bookings made for Sunday 15^th March 2026, and for one adult per group.

Check back here for the discount code and to find out what special events we have planned for the day!

Keep your eyes peeled here to find out what we have planned over February Half Term!

Get ready for a weekend packed with giggles and good times as Siana brings her high energy to the farm on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th August for Fun-o-rama with Siana, a joyful experience specially designed for little ones!

Join us for two lively sessions each day, the first at 11am till 12pm and the second at 1pm till 2pm, where children will be swept up in a whirlwind of music, dancing, games, and plenty of playful silliness. Siana’s infectious energy and love for fun make this the perfect activity for younger children to express themselves, and get moving!

Expect laughter, singing, and non-stop interactive entertainment that will have your little ones smiling from ear to ear.

With sessions running twice daily, there’s plenty of opportunity to come along and enjoy the fun – or even join in more than once!

Don’t miss out – it’s going to be a Fun-o-rama like no other!

Big Summer of Games: Country Showdown

Get your cowboy boots on and dust off your hats! We’re bringing a taste of the Wild West to the farm, for our Country Showdown Weekend on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August! It’s all part of our Big Summer of Games.

Join the fabulous Siana, who’ll be leading the fun with some toe-tappin’ line dancing sessions at 11am, that’ll have the whole family movin’ and groovin’. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or giving it a go for the first time, everyone’s welcome to join the barn-style fun!

Little cowboys and cowgirls, make sure to dress the part, because we’ll be holding a fancy dress competition each day, with prizes for the best-dressed!

That’s not all, pop into the Discovery Zone between 12:30pm and 1:30pm to make your own Sheffif Badge! A great way for kids to get creative and make their own little piece of the Wild West to take home.

Our brand new Tin Can Alley will be opening 2pm till 3pm, so make sure to head over and test your aiming skills!

Big Summer of Games: Den Building

Bring your imagination and test your den-building skills with us on the 30th & 31st of August!

Wander up to Rainbow Wood, where our Environment and Conservation Officer will show you everything you need to know about building a brilliant den, and provide you with all equiptment you might need!

The sessions will be running at

• 10:30am – 11:15am
• 11:30am – 12:15pm
• 2pm – 2:45pm
• 3pm – 3:45pm

This activity is included in your ticket price, but spaces are limited, so please pre-book to secure your spot. On arrival at the farm, the admissions team in the Gift Shop will provide you with a paper ticket showing your allocated time slot.

Snap a photo of your creations and don’t forget to tag us! @rarebreedscentre

Find out more about the conservation work that goes on around the site, or read about the work thats happening at the Rare Breeds Centre in celebration of World Nature Conservation Day!

See what else we have planned as part of our Big Summer of Games!

Big Summer of Games: Teddy Bears Picnic

Who doesn’t love a teddy bears picnic? We’ve got a whole weekend of teddy bear-themed fun lined up on Saturday 16^th and Sunday 17^th August, and you won’t want to miss it!

On both days, from 11am to 4pm, the amazing Kent Kite Flyers will be putting on exciting displays, and the best part? They’ll be sending teddy bears soaring into the sky on their kites! It’s a super fun sight that little ones will love.

In the mornings, join us for craft sessions where children can get creative making hats and friendship bracelets, perfect for themselves and their teddy bears.

Then in the afternoons, get ready to join Siana for a big teddy bears’ picnic and some fun games. Bring a blanket, bring your bears, and get ready for a chilled-out, laughter-filled afternoon. You’re welcome to bring your own picnic, or grab something tasty from the Granary Restaurant or one of our catering outlets. Our kids lunch boxes are a great choice at just £7 each for a choice of sandwich, drink and 5 snack items.

It’s going to be a lovely, relaxed weekend full of creativity, games, and sky-high teddy adventures. Bring the whole family and don’t forget your bear!

Find out about more fun events planned for our BIG Summer of Games.