Visitor's Daily Events and Attractions on the Farm Milk Demonstrations I Woodland Walk I Straw Mountain I Bouncy Castles I Mini Tractors & Playground I Tractor Ride IIndoor Soft Playbarn (Great for Rainy Days)
Milking Demonstrations These happen every day at 1.45pm. Entertaining and educational. During our live demonstration you may be asked some questions about where milk comes from and what we use it for.
Can you answer these questions?
Name 3 things made from milk.
How long does a cow live for?
What do cows like eat?
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Summer Attraction - Woodland Walk The walk takes you round part of an old Victorian duck pond, through what is now wet woodland. The paths go along the side of the Sherford River
(a small river which once fed the duck pond) and into the driest parts of the woods. The ivy covered brickwork and old drainage channels form part of a 17th Century water storage system used by a local flax mill at that time. Plants to be seen include Harts Tongue Ferns, Buckler & Polybody Ferns. With Tussock Sedge and Yellow Flag Iris enjoying the damp conditions. Water flows from the river down four steps into the slipstream and under a bridge. There are six bridges for you to cross. White posts guide you across the field to the first bridge near the Willow trees and Bog Alders. Look out for Mallard Duck, Grey Wagtail and other small birds. The Woodland Walk is not designed for baby buggies, but some have managed in dry summer weather. Pushchairs may be left in the pram park in the Play Barn (at owners risk).
A pdf of woodland walk info board (2008/09 version) <top>
Bouncy Castles are Fun, Fun Fun! We have our indoor pig bouncy castle for our learner bouncers and outside is the big cow castle. Whatever the weather one will always be up. (NB the outside castle will be deflated in high winds or wet weather for health & safety reasons). Please note we request children remove their shoes before playing on the castles. <top>
Tractor Trailer Ride to see some Countryside! Our exciting tractor ride takes 8-12 minutes around the open grass fields & tracks near the river & woods. You will be guaranteed a bumpy experience in places! All children need to be supervised by an adult and the ride will cost £1.00 per 'bottom on seat!'
You'll be saying "I survived the wild trailer ride"
Note, it is actually bumpy with dips and drops for the wheels, bumpier than your average trailer ride! <top>
Children's play fun in Straw Mountain A huge barn filled with large straw bales. Inlaid with tunnels for discovering & slides for sliding! This popular attraction is ideal whatever the weather and is the perfect opportunity for children to explore. There are even smaller slides at the front for smaller children. This area is re-designed annually (note the photo may not be this year's design) NB Adult supervision is required and pushing is not allowed. <top>
A big hit will all little farmers and tractor drivers. You can play for hours!
Kids favourite - Mini Tractors & Playgrounds Our pedal tractors are a great way for children to improve their co-ordination skills whilst having fun. There are also yellow mini dumpers for small children. Please note the tractors are for children 8 years and under.
Our outdoor sand playground is great for all ages. With a water feature, climbing ropes, swings, play frames, springers and hand sculptured wooden horses & cows it is unique to the area. It has been designed to enhance play and develop childrens skills. On a safe bed of sand it is a welcome addition to Farmer Palmer's. <top>
The indoor soft play zone meansyou can be dry what ever the weather
Indoor soft playbarn Whatever the weather you can play 2 TIER INDOOR SOFT PLAYZONE - Fantastic All Weather Facility that's clean & warm whatever the weather. Added in 2004 and has proved to be a huge hit. There is a dedicated 15mth to 2.5yr toddler zone and the main structure has slides and walkways etc. We encourage parents to "take off your shoes and play with your children". The birthday party rooms are also situated here. <top>
