About Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm is a petting farm park that works with the Rare Breed Survival Trust (RBST) and offers a fantastic-value, fun filled family day out, suitable for all ages and interests!

There are so many gorgeous animals for you to meet, feed, cuddle and pet, most of which are British Rare Breeds! Down on The Farm they have: Pigs, Rabbits, Goats, Donkeys, Sheep, Eriskay Ponies, Highland Cow, Alpacas, American Miniature ponies, Ducks, Geese, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Chickens plus lots of woodland wildlife All of these are in great enclosures so all ages can easily see all of the animals!

  • Petting farm with 40 acres of farm, vineyards and woodlands!

    We are an excellent value day out for all the family. Open 7 days a week with a daily schedule of animal experience activities so there’s always plenty to do, including Guinea Pig Fishing, Duck Feeding, Pig Racing and animal petting in Animal Encounters as well as hand feeding or animals, many of which are rare breeds. During the school holidays there is extra entertainment and activities too!

  • We have a cafe where you can fill hungry bellies!

    If you get peckish, we have our onsite shop, café, bar and kitchen open every day offering hot and cold drinks, breakfast, brunch, lunch and sweet treats.

  • Make it an adventure and stay in our onsite accommodation!

    The on-site Stonehenge Hostel is perfect for families and groups of all sizes with 70 beds in 14 bright and airy rooms you can really make a trip of it. Family rooms available.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Wednesday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Thursday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Friday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Saturday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday, 10:00 - 16:00

Special Days

  • Wednesday December 24 2025: Closed
  • Thursday December 25 2025: Closed
  • Friday December 26 2025: Closed
  • Wednesday December 31 2025: Closed
  • Thursday January 1 2026: Closed

Open 7 days a week 10am - 4pm

Please check with the Farm directly for current opening hours.

Closed on 24th - 26th & 31st December and 1st January

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 3 - 4 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

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Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Amesbury Road, Cholderton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 0EW, England

Free parking in our large car park. Situated just off the A303. A perfect stop off on a long journey!

Tel: 01980629438

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Last updated: 08:18 08/06/2026

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