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 |
Summer Holidays
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.
Father’s Day
Visit this page again soon to see the special events we have planned for on the day.
Mystical magical may half term
Step into a world of wonder and mystical magic this may half term at the Rare Breeds Centre!
Get ready for a spellbinding day out packed with magical moments for the whole family. Meet enchanting characters and get hands-on with themed crafts and activities as you explore the farm.
From animal encounters to picture perfect magical surprises, there’s something around every corner, come dressed to impress (wings, wands and wizard hats welcome) and make memories that feel truly magical this may half term.
Scroll to the right to see all information about the activities running
Activity |
Time |
Location |
|---|---|---|
| Meet the animals | 10am till 4pm | Children's barn |
| Meet themed characters as they walk around the farm | 11am, 12:30pm and 1:30pm | All around farm |
| Trailer rides | 11am till 4pm | Tractor roundabout |
| Interactive show | 11:30am and 2:30pm | Benson barn |
| Lumo spell writing | 1pm till 2pm | Discovery zone |
| Goat feeding | 2pm | Goat paddock |
| Pig racing | 3:15pm | Pig race track |
| Pig feeding | 4pm | Pig pens |
| Mystical trail | All day | All around farm |
| Wizard bowling | All day | At side of gift shop |
| Face painting | All day | Discovery zone |
While you’re here, make sure to enjoy all the fun attractions on the farm, including adventure playgrounds, ride-on tractors in our Tractor Village, stop off for a sweet treat at our Ice Cream Kiosk and enjoy some shade by trying one of our three Woodland Walks.
We also have even more activities including our Dog and Duck Show on Monday 25th May and Pukka Putters who will be here from Friday 15th till Sunday 31st May!
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.
Easter holidays on the Farm
Hop on over for Easter on the Farm, from Friday 3rd April to Sunday 19th April, where you can experince feeding some of our animals and meet the new arrivals, take part in our Bunny Trail and cheer on the racing pigs as Pig Racing returns!
Make sure to join us for our Spring Market on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th April too! Where you will find a variety of stallholders and seasonal delights!
There’s plenty to explore, discover, and enjoy during the Easter holidays on the farm!
Scroll to the right to see all information about the activities running
Activities running Friday 3rd April till Sunday 19th April |
Timings |
Location |
|---|---|---|
| Meet the animals in the Children's Barn | 10am till 4pm | Children's Barn |
| Pig Racing | 3:30pm | Pig Racing Track |
| Meet the Heffers | 2:30pm | Cattle Barn |
| Pig Feeding | 4pm | Pig Pens |
| Goat Feeding | 2pm | Pen next to Children's Barn |
| Little Lamb Meet and Greet | 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:30pm | Cattle Shed |
| Meet our Baby Goats | 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:30pm | Mini Goat Paddock opposite Children's Barn |
| Meet our Baby Chicks | Time may vary due to hatching numbers | Location may vary, check board on the day you visit |
| Bunny Trail around the Farm | All Day | All around Farm |
| Face Painting (Additional Charges Apply) | All Day | Discovery Zone |
















Sold Out – Celebrate Mother’s Day on the farm
Please note this event is fully booked and we will not be able to allow anyone entry to the farm without a pre-booked ticket.
Treat Mum to an unforgettable day out
Make this Mother’s Day truly special with a memorable visit to our farm. On Sunday, 15th March 2026, 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 mums and carers in your life. Simply use the code MOTHERSDAY at checkout to unlock your exclusive discount. Please note, this offer is valid for one adult per group and only for bookings made for Mother’s Day itself.

Enjoy a cream tea too
The celebrations don’t stop there! Specially for Mother’s Day we’re making cream teas available, featuring freshly baked scones served with lashings of cream and jam, and a tempting selection of cakes, all lovingly prepared by our talented culinary students in the farm’s own training kitchen. Bring the whole family and treat Mum, other parent or carer, to an indulgent day surrounded by nature, delicious food, and warm hospitality in a kid-friendly environment where everyone can relax and have fun! No need to book in advance, just order when you visit our Granary Restaurant.

Look out for babies and their mums
It’s also the perfect time of year to spot new arrivals on the farm, as many of our animals are welcoming their little ones. Keep an eye out for adorable lambs, playful baby goats, and plenty more charming youngsters enjoying the spring air alongside their mums. Your Mother’s Day visit is sure to be filled with heart-warming moments as you enjoy seeing these precious moments.
Book now for an unforgettable Mother’s Day on the farm and make memories that will last a lifetime!







Fun-o-rama with Siana
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!
Country Showdown
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!
Your favourite cowboy and cowgirl will also be at the farm on Saturday so make sure to hi to them and snap a picture!
It’s going to be a rootin’-tootin’ good time full of dancing, crafts, costumes, and country-style fun for the whole family!

Activity |
Time |
|---|---|
| Line Dancing | 11am |
| Make your own Sheriff Badge | 12:30pm – 1:30pm |
| Splishy Splashy Tin Can Alley | 2pm – 3pm |
Den Building
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!