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It's getting better all the time! Playgrounds are go! Pony Sit Ons are go! Cafe Open!

 

The great news is that this weekend we can widen the number of activities we are offering and we can open more facilities. This will continue until we have further guidance.  Pre-booking still required: link further down!

 

Our outdoor play areas, including the outdoor bouncy pillow, are all open! Creepy Critters and Birds of Prey are open! The Farmhouse Cafe is open with outdoor seating for picnics and our served meals + extra space undercover, if it's drizzling.

 

We're keeping the tractor trailer ride closed for a while longer but why not take a walk down to our pond, instead?

And to compensate, we're giving every paying child a £2 voucher for the shop ...  you could take a (toy) tractor home. For now, the Big Play Barn must remain closed, too.

 

Animal feeding: We can now give you buckets of food (cleaned between uses) to offer the animals and there are branches and leaves that you can offer to our goats. Our staff are positioned strategically around the farm to introduce you to the animals and help you get the most out of your visit. And there are plenty of hand-wash facilities and sanitiser stations.

 

We are still operating on a "book your start time" system, and have an advisory one way system in place with 2m markings where appropriate. We are now only taking online bookings so please don't turn up on the day. When days are sold out we may extend entry beyond the last booking so please feel free to enquire, on Facebook about that possibility.

 

The system is that you book an entry time and then you stay as long as you like ...

CLICK HERE to guarantee your time slot.

Guarantee: we'll always move your slot if you find you can't come! Just message or email us before (we don't refund or move no-shows, though). If you are a bit late, arriving that's no problem either; we are nice people and realise that, with small children, things don't always go to plan.

 

FAQs

I am a carer, how does it work for me?

If you are a registered carer, then please message us on Facebook with the numbers of children and adults in your group. There is one free carer for a paying disabled child or adult in your care, but we need to advise you how to book.

 

Do I pay for a baby?

We charge normal child entry from 12 months. Under 1s come in free, but if your child is near 12 months and may appear to be older to our staff, then please bring  photo proof of DOB on your phone in case we ask. We are sorry to ask for that but unfortunately we do have instances where much older toddlers are declared as free-entry "babies" … a photo of DOB on a birth certificate, passport or red medical book clears that up straight away.

 

Can I add more people to my booking after I've made it?

Once you have your entry slot, if you wish to bring more family or bubble friends on the day, then they can tag along and pay on the door. Just tell us on arrival and pay the balance.

 

I have a child voucher. Can I use it?

If it is just one child, then make your booking but leave the child off the numbers to reduce your online payment. Bring the voucher on the day to hand over for the non-paid, child entry.

 

I have tickets for most or all of my family. How do I book?

Don't use the booking system; instead, please message us and we'll advise you further. Please be aware we can only offer you a slot if one is available and we often sell out a day or two before. So give us some notice, please!

 

Can I use my play barn membership for a discount?

Memberships remain frozen and therefore discounts don’t apply. If you really do want to use your discount then you’ll need to discuss with us, in advance, by messaging on Facebook. We’d have to unfreeze your membership from that point forward so please be sure that’s what you want to do as the play barn won’t be open ye

 

 

The best children's farm in the West Midlands!

Now operating for over 35 years, our farm park is much loved for its friendly atmosphere. Generations of visitors from the same family have enjoyed trips to The Children's Farm although much has changed from our early days. Families don't need to book, so come and see us soon! And don't worry about the weather - nearly everything is undercover.

The Big Play Barn (currently closed) is a separate attraction at Ash End - a purpose built soft play barn which includes a giant undercover bouncing pillow. You can visit the play barn on its own or as part of our combi-ticket. There are different play areas for specific ages making play safe as well as fun. See the tab at the top for more information.

We put lots of up-to-date information, competitions and special offers on Facebook. Why not like us and join in the fun?

 

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