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You are here > Home > Things to Do > Down at the Farm

Down at the Farm

From £6.45
Stoneygate Lane
Houghton le Spring
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8JG

Tel: +44 0191 584 1873

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Award winning Farm Adventure Park for the whole family! Lots of farm and zoo animals to stroke and pet, play areas & rides. Come and feed the lambs, hold a fluffy chick, wash peppa the pig, meet the meerkats, cuddle cute rabbits and chicks, groom Summer the Donkey. Seasonal attractions from , mini keepers tours, birds of prey shows,  mini beast and snake shows. Lots of outdoor play areas, jumping pillows, quad bikes for the over 7's, barrel train & tractor rides to meet the cows, adventure playground, plus much more! Cafe and toilet facilities. Picnics are also welcome. Please see our website for today’s timetable and attractions.

Please check our website for up to date seasonal information and activities: http://www.downatthefarm.co.uk

Farm Birthday parties, Quad bike parties, School visits and group bookings also available.

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Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£6.45 per ticket type
Child£6.95 per ticket type
Family 2+2£23.00 per ticket type

Child Under 2 free. Family (2+3) £27. Barrel Ride (3 yrs +) £1.50, Big Tractor ride 50p, Coin op racing cars £1, Quad bikes (6 yrs +, 5 laps) £2.50, Pony rides (selected days) £2.50, Animal feed £1.50.

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    • stephanietB3531VK
      Durham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Great little find
      4 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 23rd August 2020
      We came with our 15 month old child who loves animals. There are plenty of animals to see and playgrounds for young and older children alike. Booking online was quick and simple and tickets get you... Read full review
    • 694jok
      Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Lovely day out
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 1st September 2020
      We booked an entry slot on a whim as our 6 year old loves animals and the farm was close to our holiday home. We had a lovely time. The animals were all lovely- especially the cheeky donkey and the... Read full review
    • tazah1
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Great for kids
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 2nd November 2020
      I took my family here a few weeks ago and absolutely loved it. There is many things for the children to do and can also feed the animals. Read full review
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    • Guide Dogs Permitted
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

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    • On-Site café/restaurant
    • Picnic Site

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    • On site parking
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    • Delta accepted
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    Opening Times

    Dec - Santa experience (8 Dec 2021 - 24 Dec 2021)

    * Please refer to website for openings->>https://www.downatthefarm.co.uk/info/opening-times/

    facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Down-at-the-Farm-North-East-Premier-Farm-Experience-for-the-Whole-Family-117674003975/

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