Kid-friendly farms

A day out at the farm is a winner with families of all ages, and there are loads of brilliant open farms throughout the UK where your child can get up close to the animals, ranging from small city farms to huge farm parks with a whole host of farmyard creatures – and more exotic animals – to meet.

If you’re looking for great days out in your area, we’re here to help with our guide to farms for kids near you.

A visit to a farm gives kids a brilliant opportunity to learn more about our furry and feathered friends and how to look after them, with many farms letting them experience stroking, holding and feeding the animals.

They’ll also learn more about how the land works and where our food comes from.

Lots of farms also boast extra attractions for families, such as adventure playgrounds, indoor soft play and tractor rides: there’s something for kids of every age.