This is possibly one of the most wild and beautiful parts of the Isle of Wight with a wonderfully varied landscape in a relatively small area.
Farm
Farm
What is it?
A farm is an area of land primarily devoted to the growth of food and upkeep of livestock. The specific outputs of a farm can very greatly, ranging from dairy products to fish to tobacco - anything that can be grown and cultivated can within reason be farmed. In recent years farms have also become somewhat of a tourist attraction, with many working farms allowing for paying guests to look around and experience how it all works; farm animals are often a popular reason for visits!
What does it involve?
Farms generally involve the careful upkeep of the land and everything on it with the aim of selling on the produce gained at the end of the process. The various techniques and styles of farming will vary depending on the produce, the climate and the farmer, but all involve a lot of planning and care!
Why do it and what are the benefits?
A visit to a farm can introduce students to a lot of new things, especially teaching them how the things they see in the supermarket start out either from the ground or from an animal! It will encourage students to be curious about things around them, and increase respect for the processes necessary to provide us with a lot of the food and materials we take for granted.
What equipment do we need?
Visiting a farm shouldn't require any equipment on your behalf! However, one thing you may wish to consider is ensuring the students are dressed appropriately for the weather/outdoors - check with the venue to see what sort of conditions they advise you dress for.
Who is it suitable for?
Farms should be suitable for pretty much anyone, but older students may have less interest than those in younger groups for whom interacting with farm animals may still be a novelty!
Costs?
The costs of accessing a farm are usually reasonably low, with many venues having free entry to encourage people to come and understand just exactly what goes on!
Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)
As with any activity that could involve animals or machinery, younger students should be supervised at all times! You must also ensure that your group respects the rules of the farm and don't walk on planted areas/feed animals you shouldn't/pick any products you aren't invited to!
How do we include?
As many farms are primarily businesses, they may not be set up for disabled access, but the larger the establishment the more likely they are to cater for disabilites. A farm visit would be a great thing to take people of all capabilties on, so make sure to check out what the venue's set up is ahead of time.
Doing it abroad?
Foreign farms could be great places to visit! An alternate climate can allow for different plants and animals to thrive, and it would be a good opportunity to see similiarites and differences to farms in the UK.
Main websites:
National Farm Attractions Network
This webpage also has some great recommendations, but check out individual venue websites to see exactly what they have on.
Venues with this Activity
A wild rocky coast with jutting cliffs, a windswept down and sheltered wooded valley
The All-Action Theme Park
Twinlakes Park offers the very best in family entertainment jam-packed with a breath-taking variety of family Rides, Attractions, Animals and even a Waterpark!
Set in 70 acres of glorious countryside, where you'll find unlimited action and play zones, a massive 125,000sqft indoors plus rides and attractions galore. All weather action all year round!
The house is surrounded by a moat which is a big success with any kid to start! Plus follow the nature trail and spot wildlife from the bird-hide, have fun in the natural play area and discover new areas of the estate on their 3 orienteering courses!
Discover the true spirit of the characters from South Molton's past, through the exhibits and interactive displays. The collections reflect the life and times of the town and the surrounding countryside. Local trades, agriculture and domestic history are also strongly featured.
Ranked among the finest in South West England, Torquay Museum is a journey of discovery for all ages. Experience the sights and sounds of country living as you walk through a reconstructed Devon farmhouse, wonder at the prehistoric artefacts excavated from nearby Kent's Cavern or become an explorer on our interactive trail.
Bursting with history, art from all ages and a first hand glimpse into life on a working farmyard, plus so much more. A school trip to Chatsworth makes for a rewarding day of learning for pupils and teachers alike.
There's so much to see and do
This 500 acre country park is one of Liverpool’s most important heritage sites and is Grade II listed.
A great visitor attraction for families, the park has something for everyone including:
Explore the museum’s large, outstanding collections and trace the fascinating history of Mid Devon. The displays include the ‘Tivvy Bumper’ GWR steam engine, local industries (particularly lace making), farm waggons and the history of agriculture, and the every day home life of Mid Devon folk.
The South Devon Railway is one of Devon’s and the West Country’s best loved tourist attractions and is the longest established steam railway in the south west.
A working estate still guided by the seasons, with an impressive mansion and Home Farm
The mansion, at the heart of this estate, is evidence of Elsie Bambridge's success in creating a home. Elsie was the daughter of acclaimed author Rudyard Kipling.
With adventure play areas, zip wires, rides, a 25m bouncy pillow, stilt walking, a haystack mountain, pig racing, archery and our children's shows. There's plenty to keep children occupied all day at Apple Jacks! You can even challenge your opponent on the Eliminator!
A farm with plenty of animals to meet and handle, such as piglets, lambs, pygmy goats and more. Adventure playground, go karts and tractors, indoor soft play, and pony rides. Under 2s visit free.
Norfolk’s wonderful museum of rural life and the Workhouse
This fifty-acre site with its magnificent Georgian workhouse invites you to explore two centuries of life on the land. There are recreations of shops and homes, extensive displays on farming and village life and the popular Collections Gallery - a real treasure trove.
Ash End House Children's Farm offer lots of friendly animals to feed and stroke. Three Play areas, Indoor Toddlers Barn, Family Games Yard, Crazy golf and lots of fun activities for the children. Plus Jumping Pillow, Tractor and Trailer Rides and visit our new Falconry Centre!
Handle the fluffy young chicks, rabbits and guinea pigs in Cuddle Corner and laugh at the antics of the pygmy goats on Goat Mountain. You can feed the ducks, groom a pony, watch and get involved in the ever popular piglet race! So much to do here!
Here at Manor Country Park you can:
- Meet and feed the animals on our farmyard walk
- Help milk the cows
- Enjoy a river walk
- Walk through the woods
- Play at Barnfield, our extensive play area
Education
Boasts a wide variety of animals on the farm including pigs, cattle, sheep, chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, rabbits, guinea pigs and other small animals. Free to all.
A working cattle farm on the urban fringe of Huddersfield. We promote healthy food growing in the community and wildlife conservation, with indoor and outdoor learning facilities.
A family run farm that offers open farm days, alpaca experiences and birthday parties. Abbots View Alpacas is an excellent place to learn about these inquistive animals and take them for a walk around the farm’s 22 acres.
There are also miniature ponies to meet, plus pigs, ducks, rabbits and guinea pigs.
The Farm Park is within Floralands Garden Centre, a place for all the family to visit. There is play equipment, a picnic area and a wide variety of animals to see and feed.
Foxburrow Farm is a mixed arable farm with a mosaic of wildlife habitats including ponds, woodlands, meadows and an old orchard alongside the cropped fields. The education facilities are centred on the traditional farmyard and include the barn classroom, toilets, covered activity areas and wildlife garden.
Amerton Farm and Craft Centre and Playbarn is a farmyard with indoor adventure play area. It has a tractor track, rope bridge and barns on stilts connected with raised walkways. There is also a soft play area for children under 3 years of age, plus fun days and farm activities.
Visit the famous farm for the lambing weekends and have a truly unique experience! Ride the miniature railway and enjoy homemade refreshments!
Amnerfield Railway
An all weather fun farm experience for the whole family. Indoor play areas, adventure playground, lots of animals to see and cuddle, tractor and trailer rides and demonstrations daily. Plus great for residential and day school visits.
Rand Farm Park offers a high quality “hands on” fun and learning experience both for day and residential visitors of all ages and abilities.
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