Activities and Events at Fairfield Community Farm
Please see below for more information about activities and events happening throughout Winter.
Green Connections
Thursday
14.30 - 16.00
FREE
All Ages
Benefit from being outdoors and amongst nature, have a go at a bit of gardening, try your hand at some art or just relax in the tranquil garden watching the wildlife. Connect with nature and the people around you.
Community
Cuppa
Friday
11.00-12.30
FREE (Donations Welcome)
All Ages
A coffee morning with a difference. Enjoy a hot drink and a slice of home made cake in our all weather marquee, while being surrounded by animals and nature. A welcoming space for all to enjoy.
Practical Volunteering
Wednesday
10.00-12.00
Saturday
14.00-16.00
FREE
Adults Only
Help us develop the environment around the farm. Whether that is building sheds, improving the animal enclosures, gardening or various other tasks. No experience necessary and all equipment and guidance provided.
Introduction to Animal Care
Friday
09.30-11.00
FREE
Adults Only
Want to see if animal care volunteering is for you? Come and join our regular volunteers with the daily jobs such as feeding, cleaning and health checking. All equipment provided and guidance will be on hand throughout.
There is no commitment required, just come and have a go. Those that enjoy it are welcome to join our team on a more regular basis.
Open
Farm
Saturday (Throughout August)
10.00-15.00
Donations
All Ages
Pop along and visit the animals of the farm. Feed the goats, stroke the pigs and walk with the sheep. Talk with knowledgeable volunteers about the care and characters of the farm residents and our conservation projects.
Family
Farm Club
Available from 1 August
Tuesday
10.00-11.00
Thursday
16.00-17.00
£5pp
All Ages
An opportunity to interact directly with the animal, learn how to look after them and get your hands dirty.
Feed and brush the goats, groom the ponies and stroke the sheep.
Younger visitors can play with the mini wheelbarrows, trolleys, gardening tools and sand pit, or join in with cleaning the pens and filling hay nets. The choice is totally up to them.
Adults
Only
Friday
18.00-19.30
£5pp
Over 18s
Specially for those animal lovers out there to come and spend some quality time with our fabulous farm animals and no children allowed!
Sit with the sheep, cuddle the goats, give a pig a belly scratch or play with the ducks. If you love horses, our cheeky ponies will make you smile, or even smile for you.
Sunset and Starlight
Friday 31 July (Adult Only)
Wednesday 5 August (Families)
Friday 14 August (Adult Only)
Saturday 15 August (Families)
Sunday 30 August (Families)
17.00-10.00
Adults £20, Children £10
Spend the night and experience the wonder of the natural world as it settles down for the night.
Pitch your tent and join us for an evening walk with the animals, some foraging and bird watching before experiencing sunset by the pond.
Once the sun goes down, join us by the fire pit for some social time or experience the brilliant night sky away from light polution.
Wake up in tranquil surroundings and take part in giving the animals their breakfast, but make sure to take time to relax before you leave.
Farm
Explorers
CURRENTLY CLOSED
8-13 years old (Unaccompanied)
A unique opportunity for young people to come to the farm and take part in farm life. Help with the animals and explore questions through practical tasks.
Junior
Farmers
Saturday
09.30-11.00
Wednesday
16.30-18.00
£5pp
8-11 years old (Unaccompanied)
For all animal mad children who love being outside and around animals. Spend the evening alongside members of our experienced volunteer team learning all about farming and how to look after all the animals on the farm. From ducks and chickens, to goats, pigs and horses. Help clean their bedding areas, feed their dinner and tuck them in.
Family
Farmhands
Sunday
09.30-11.30
£5pp
8-11 years old (Accompanied)
PLEASE MESSAGE FOR AVAILABILITY
Work together as parent and child to help care for the animals with the help of our experienced team. Take part in feeding and cleaning while gaining skills, experience and mindfulness.
Future
Farmers
Saturday
09.30 - 11.00
Sunday
09.30-11.00
Wednesday
16.30-18.00
£5pp
12-17 years old (Unaccompanied)
Perfect for young people who are mad about animals and love being outside. Spend the morning alongside members our experienced volunteer team learning all about farming and how to look after all the animals on the farm. From ducks and chickens, to goats, pigs and horses.
Farm Experience Day
Tuesday (August Only)
09.30-16.00
£15pp
15-17 years old
For young people who are interested in animal care or going on to study animal related courses at college.
Spend the whole day with our team. Take part in feeding, cleaning, grooming, health checks and creating enrichment for all the animals on the farm. Learn by doing and get to know the different characters and needs of each animal.
VIP
Private Visit
Various Days and Times Available
45 Minutes
From £30 (4 people)
Book a private visit at a time to suit you and your group. Meet and Greet all the animals on the farm. Groom the goats, fuss the sheep or even cuddle a pig. You decide how to spend your time.
Contact us for more information or to book.
Small Group
Visits
Various Days and Times Available
60 Minutes
From £6pp (Minimum £50)
Whether you run a youth group, sports team or care home, we can tailor a visit to suit your group. Take a guided tour of the farm then groom the goats, fuss the sheep or even cuddle a pig. Ask about adding time for a hot drink or a craft activity to your visit.
Contact us for more information or to book.
School
Groups
Various Days and Times Available
From 90 Minutes
From £120
Suitable for all educational groups including EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4. Educational sessions built around the needs and requirements of those attending.
Take part in caring for our animals and learning about their individual needs and characters. Hosted by members of our experienced volunteer team.
One off visits or weekly sessions catered for.
Contact us for more information or to book.
Birthday
Parties
Well-Being
Area Hire
Various Days and Times Available
From 45 Minutes
From £25
Add hot refreshments or visit the animals for additional cost.
Contact us for more information or to book.
Something
Else?
Don't see what you're looking for?
Contact us to discuss your needs and options. If we can accommodate your event, we will do our best to help.