Schools & Groups
The Rare Breeds Centre is a fantastic destination for school groups, offering a fun and educational day out for children of all ages. With acres of open space, farmyard animals, woodland walks, and engaging play areas, it’s the perfect place for hands-on learning outside the classroom.
Schools can choose to explore the site at their own pace or take part in one of our structured educational sessions, designed for Reception through Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, which can also be adapted for later key stages.
Whether you’re learning about farming, animals, nature, or simply enjoying time together outdoors, a visit to the Rare Breeds Centre is a memorable and enriching experience for all.
You can bring packed lunches to enjoy at picnic areas across the site – with our Benson Barn and Sammy’s Playpen providing undercover eating areas. You can also preorder food from our Granary Restaurant.
More food & drink infoCuddly toy animals, toy tractors, keyrings and lots more to take home as a memory of your day on the farm! You can also book goodie bags on your school group booking form.
Gift shopWe’ve got three fantastic adventure play areas, set in our countryside farmyard surroundings. Whether you’ve brining a young group or have teens in tow, there’s something here for everyone!
More play park infoAs well as schools, we also welcome groups of registered home educators, who qualify for our discounted school rate when booking for 10 or more paying visitors. Please note that proof of educational status may be required at the time of booking.
Whether you’re learning about farming, animals, nature, or simply enjoying time together outdoors, a visit to the Rare Breeds Centre is a memorable and enriching experience for all. Please find more information below to help you plan your day.
Schools and registered home education groups are welcome to visit the farm and do their own thing but we also offer educational activities available for a maximum of 20 children per session. All are developed for ages Reception through Key Stage 2 but can be adapted for later key stages.
Educational activities must be pre-booked, incur an additional charge and availability is limited.
Teachers are responsible for the supervision and good behaviour of their group throughout their visit and for ensuring the correct ratio of adults to children.
All activities last 20 minutes but please allow 30 minutes per session.
You must be on time. If you are late for your session it cannot be extended.
We allow two free adult visits per booking to allow you to conduct a self-guided familiarisation visit.
Once you have booked your visit, simply contact us on 01233 861493 x 221 or schools@rarebreeds.org.uk to arrange.
The safety of your staff and pupils is our primary concern so please read the following information:
Book your familiarisation visit (available free for 2 adults per school group) or request a school booking form by using the form here.
