At the weekend we visited the National Forest Adventure Farm, to check out their springtime programme of events. We always enjoy our days out there, so the children were very excited as we jumped in the car, complete with a picnic lunch and wellies!
As we’ve been several times now, the kids know their way around quite well. First port of call was the duck pond, where they both like to say hello to their feathered friends…
Just next to the pond is ‘Lambing Live’. As you’d expect at this time of year, the sheep are lambing, so there’s a separate area to go and see the sheep, and if you’re lucky, you may get to see a lamb being born. We were not lucky, but it did remind us all of our wonderful holiday to Coombe Mill last year, when we were incredibly fortunate to see a lamb being born right in front of us. I guess the chances of that happening twice were slim! We popped to see the sheep…
We then wandered inside, where we found a craft table set up for mask-making. Both kids were straight at that! They each made a springtime mask, Little Man a rabbit, and Boo a lamb…
We love visiting the animals indoor and out, especially as there were piglets to be seen this time…
We spent a fair bit of time in the indoor soft play centre as it was a little chilly outside. The kids ran off plenty of energy in there, and the Husband got roped in, too…
It was then time to go over and visit the newborn lambs, and there was also a chance to feed them…
There was then kart riding which the kids loved!
Followed by the ride-on diggers…
Then we ended our day out with the Springtime Pantomime…
It lasted for around 45 minutes and the children were enthralled. Of course, it has a happy ending!
As always, we had a lovely time there. The staff are polite and friendly, there’s plenty to see and do to keep us all occupied, and there’s always something a little different to try, keeping it fresh. The Spring Has Sprung programme of events is now on over half term, running until the 22nd February.
You can read about our other visits to the National Forest Adventure Farm here.
Disclosure: We received entry FOC for the purposes of writing this review, though all words and opinions remain my own
What a fun place! Sweden doesn’t really have quite the same availability of places like this to visit at all. There are quite a few city farms, but none which have invested in giant slides, tractor races or dodgems
…Loving all those baby animals 🙂
Which is clearly the huge draw! My kids love it there, absolutely love it!
It looks fab here. It’s only 15 minutes away from our new house so we will definitely check it out once we’re settled x
Oh yes, do go, it’s brilliant x
This looks like a wonderful place to visit with children Jocelyn. I think it’s so so important that kids get a chance to see and learn about farm animals, including their welfare, up close at places like this – and as you said Coombe Mill! With the added bonus of art and carting it makes it a really special day out. I still remember the first time I saw a lamb being born – I was in my teens and out for a walk in the North York Moors.
It was a great day out, lots to explore and learn, and very hands on and active, too. Sounds like an amazing, and clearly memorable, experience.
You’re right, my two would absolutely adore this place. We really need to visit! x
They’d have so much fun there! x
Every time I see the National Forest Adventure Farm posts I think it looks like a fab day out. It’s a shame you didn’t see any lambs being born this time around, we’ve not had any yet but they’re due fairly soon now! Your two look like they’re having a ball on the go karts and ride-on diggers! Thanks for linking up with me on Country Kids.
Oh, they love it there so much, dashing about from one thing to the next! x
Oh bet it’s so lovely there at spring! It is still on my list of places to visit! x
It’s great there, you’d all love it x
This sounds like a really fun day out. Loving all the baby animals…so cute!
They were adorable!
oooh that looks like a great place to visit – and beautiful baby animals!!
They were gorgeous! It’s a great day out 🙂
It really does sound like such a great place, I think I’ve said that before! Springtime is a great time with baby animals to add to the fun 🙂
It is fab, and the baby animals make it even more appealing 🙂 x
Loving those lambs. Looks like a great place to explore. Sorry I’m so late commenting #CountryKids
It’s brilliant there, lots to do 🙂 x