Stormtroopers meet and greet
Get ready for a day full of fun as the Stormtroopers visit the farm for special meet and greets at intervals throughout the day. It’s the perfect chance to say hello to your favourite characters, take photos and make magical memories!
To make Father’s Day even more memorable, we’re delighted to offer one complimentary parent or carer day ticket for every group booking with at least one paid adult or child ticket. It’s our way of helping you celebrate the incredible dads and carers in your life. Simply use the code FATHERSDAY26 at checkout to unlock your exclusive discount. Please note, this offer is valid for one adult per group and only for bookings made for Father’s Day itself.
You can enjoy extra activities running throughout the day. Families can also take part in our fun farm trail, guiding you around the farm as you explore and discover new surprises along the way.
And that’s not all, our face painter will be on hand, ready to transform children (and grown‑ups!) into their favourite characters.
It’s the perfect day out for dads, families, and little adventurers. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Woolly weekend
A baa-rilliant weekend full of sheep themed fun!
Join us for a baa-rilliant bank holiday weekend packed with sheep themed fun for all ages.
Across the weekend you can dive into the mischief of The Great Sheep Escape, cheer on the speedy stars of The Lamb National (here for this weekend only!), watch our expert shearer at work during our shearing demos, meet the flock up close at feeding time, and get hands on with woolly creativity in our Craft Corner. The Kent Guild of Spinners, Dyers and Weavers will be with us all three days, sharing their incredible skills and beautiful creations. And our very own Dolly Baa-ton will be with us on Bank Holiday Monday, bringing a day of country fun. Dust off your cowgirl boots and join her for shear-oke and boot-scootin line dancing!
Woolly weekend outdoor market
There’s so much happening throughout the weekend! We recommend booking your ticket in advance to secure your spot.
Activity |
Day(s) |
Location |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woolly weekend market | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Main paddock (entry will require a farm ticket) | 10am till 4pm |
| Kent guild spinners, dryers and weavers | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Lambing Tunnel | 10am till 3:30pm |
| Face painting (additional cost) | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Opposite discovery zone | 10am till 3:30pm |
| Shear a sheep foam station | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Main Paddock | 10:30am – 11am & 2pm – 2:30pm |
| Woolly character competition (winner announced at the sheep race!) | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Discovery zone | 10:30am till 2:30pm |
| Woolly creations – make your own woolly sheep and woolly bracelet making | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Discovery zone | 11am – 12pm |
| Flock feeding time (sheep feeding) | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Main Paddock | 3pm |
| The lamb national (sheep racing!) | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Pig racing track | 3:15pm |
| Pig Feeding | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | Pig Pen | 4pm |
| The great sheep escape (sheep breed trail) | Saturday, Sunday and Monday | All around farm – Collect from the Gift Shop | All day |
| Shearing demonstration | Sunday only | 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm | Cattle Barn |
| Shear-oke and Line Dancing with Dolly Baa-ton | Monday only | 1pm – 2pm | Behind the Tractor Village |
Make sure you pop into The Granary Restaurant before you leave to try our brand new range of fresh sandwiches, baguettes, pasta, salad and wraps from the Hawkhurst Bread Shed alongside a delicious Costa coffee.
And be sure to check out what sheep themed biscuits and cakes our Granary Life Skills Students have made in our Life Skills Training Kitchen!
We aim to ensure that as many animal-related activities as possible take place each day. However, as we work with live animals, situations can be unpredictable, and not all animals may be available at all times or every day.
A truly magical christmas
Join us this festive season at the Rare Breeds Centre!
Our Christmas celebrations begin on Saturday 28th November and continue every weekend leading up to Christmas.
The festivities carry on from Saturday 19th December through to Wednesday 23rd December, giving you plenty of time for those final, magical visits before the big day.
Check back soon for more information about our Christmas events 2026.
Pukka Putters at the Rare Breeds Centre this August!
Pukka Putters is coming to the Rare Breeds Centre this August!
Pukka Putters is the UK’s only self contained, walk in mini golf course built entirely inside a lorry! You don’t just play mini golf you step into a themed jungle world on wheels!
The course was originally created by The Professional Idiots and featured in their viral build videos. What began as a mad creative project has evolved into one of the most unique mobile attractions touring the UK.
Tickets for Pukka Putters are on sale now! Book today, so you don’t miss out!
Pukka Putters at the Rare Breeds Centre this May!
Pukka Putters is coming to the Rare Breeds Centre this May!
Pukka Putters is the UK’s only self contained, walk in mini golf course built entirely inside a lorry! You don’t just play mini golf you step into a themed jungle world on wheels!
The course was originally created by The Professional Idiots and featured in their viral build videos. What began as a mad creative project has evolved into one of the most unique mobile attractions touring the UK.
Tickets for Pukka Putters are on sale now! Book today so you don’t miss out!
Dog and Duck show
As part of our May Half Term events, we are welcoming Stuart Barnes and his highly popular Dog and Duck show, to the Rare Breeds Centre!
In the show, talented rescue dogs team up as a coordinated pack, showcasing their incredible communication skills as they herd a flock
As a Dog Behaviourist, Stuart loves showing that even untrained dogs still carry incredible natural instincts. And help his audiences understand domesticated animals and their behaviours, all in a humourous Kiwi Style.
There will be two shows in our Main Paddock with the first at 11:30am and the second at 1:30pm with each show lasting about 30 minutes.
Whilst you are here, make sure to explore all the activities running for our Mystical Magical May week too and check out Pukka Putters, who will be here from Friday 15th till Sunday 31st May!
Spring Market
Join us on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th April for our Spring Market!
We’re gearing up for a fantastic weekend filled with a great selection of stallholders and seasonal delights. Enjoy delicious, freshly made treats, hand crafted gifts, toys and decor. Plus fundraising for our Friends of COT and fidget toys, t-shirts and advice on living with disabilities from Differences Not Disabilities.
Meet our baby animals too!
There’s so much to enjoy on the farm this weekend! While the spring market is happening, we’ll also be featuring lots of opportunities to meet the baby animals as part of our Easter holidays on the farm lineup. And of course, we’ll also have all of our usual activities and attractions.
Stalls we are welcoming |
What they are selling |
|---|---|
| Gooey Goodies | Brownies, Blondies and Cookies |
| Differences Not Disabilities | Fidget Toys, T-shirts and advice and information on living with disabilities |
| Creative Links | Decorative Metal Craft |
| Knots Wood Designs | Wood Turned Items |
| Abby | Resin Animals and Coasters |
| Ishtar Freya Handmade Creations | Seasonal and Fantasy Handmade Items |
| Fudge Fairy | Homemade Traditional Fudge |
| Fran | Crochet Animals |
| Friends of COT | Wine Tombola, Toy Tombola and Basket Raffle |
| Maisy | Beaded Jewellery and Handmade Bookmarks |
| The Candy Shop | Fudge and Marshmellow Sticks |
| GGD 3D Prints | 3D Printed Gifts |
| Ausra Crafts | Homemade Crochet Toys, Wooden Gifts and Slate Coasters |
| The Little Letterbox Studio | Paint your own craft boxes and accessories |
| Sandeep | Osbourne Children’s Books |
| Emma | Slate Coasters, Hanging Signs, Trays etc |
| Brogues Gate Nursery | Plants |
| Fairfield Skin Care | Skin care products |
| Jenny | Preserves and cheeses |
Sold Out – Paw Patrol meet and greet
This event has now SOLD OUT, please do not turn up on the day unless you have pre-booked tickets.
Get ready for a day full of laughter and family fun as Chase and Rubble from the Paw Patrol gang visit the farm for special meet and greets at intervals throughout the day. It’s the perfect chance to say hello to your favourite characters, take photos and make magical memories!
While you’re here, make sure to enjoy all the fun attractions on the farm, including adventure playgrounds, ride-on tractors, meet the animals in the Children’s Barn and work off some energy in our soft play area.
Fairies on the farm day
Join us on Saturday 7th February for a magical day as fairies visit the farm from 10am till 3pm! Meet these enchanting creatures up close and snap a photo to remember this special event.
Additional activities running throughout the day |
Times |
Location |
|---|---|---|
| Meet and Greet with the Fairies | 10am – 3pm | Around the farm |
| Fairy Storytelling Sessions | 11:30am & 1pm | Discovery Garden/ Benson Barn |
| Fairy Sensory Garden | All Day | Opposite the Discovery Zone |
| Farmyard Fairy Potions | 10am – 3pm | Discovery Zone |
| Fairy Farm Friends Trail | All Day | Around the farm |
| Fairy Colouring Fun | 10am – 3pm | Discovery Zone |
| Face painting (Additional charges apply) | 10am – 3pm | Discovery Zone |
Dino Explorers day
Dinosaur Explorers are coming to the Rare Breeds Centre on Saturday 17th January, from 10am till 3pm!
Meet the Dino Explorers as they roam the farm hunting for dinosaurs! Come rain or shine chat with them, follow their adventures, and grab a picture with them too! For the dino enthusiasts in your family, we’ve put together a full day of fantastic dinosaur related activities! Don’t miss all the fun things to see and do that will be thrilling for little amateur paleontologists. See more details below.
Plus, we’re offering extra special reduced pricing for this fabulous event!
Additional activities running throughout the day |
Times |
|---|---|
| 2 Interactive Dinosaur Sessions in the Benson Barn, get little ones up, moving and interacting with the explorers as they tell a story about the baby Dino's! | 11:30am and 1pm |
| Dig around and find a gold coin in our Dinosaur Dig, bring the special coin back to the Gift Shop to exchange for a prize | All day |
| Make your own Dinosaur Explorer badge | 10am till 3:30pm |
| Spot the Dinosaur Trail, find all the dinosaur cut outs around the farm before bringing back to the shop for a sweet treat prize. | All day |
| Dinosaur colouring station | 10am till 3:30pm |
| Face painting (Additional charges apply) | 10am till 3:30pm |