Acorn Farm
Liverpool, Merseyside
About Acorn Farm
Are you looking for a place to escape the bustle of city life and get back in touch with nature? Then you've got to check out Acorn Farm, Liverpool. Acorn Farm is a 4-hectare city farm with a wide range of super cute animals and plenty of activities to enjoy. This urban farm is a great value family day out that can be relied upon for fun and activity, whatever the weather!
Things To Do At Acorn Farm
There are lots of farm animals to see and feed, such as sheep, cows, goats, alpacas, pigs, horses and chickens. Psst... we hear they have meerkats too! On a working farm, there are also often baby animals that are always popular with both children and adults! During weekends and school holidays, you can pet the resident rabbits and guinea pigs in the animal petting area! Plus, you can try out horse riding! Don't worry; they are super gentle horses! And you can buy animal feed to feed a range of animals on the farm!
Don't let bad weather put you off from exploring the woodland walk! There's so much wonder to see in Mother Nature throughout all the seasons, so come prepared to explore this outdoor attraction! Back on the main grounds are two children's play areas where kids can burn off extra energy! They can run, jump, climb, swing and slide until their heart's content!
Make sure to stop by the Acorn Farm shop, which sells sustainable food and home-produced free-range meat, eggs, and homemade ice cream! And there's a Plant sales centre selling lots of pretty plants to take home!
The farm offers educational activities that teach children about agriculture, animal care, and the environment. Children can learn how food is produced, the importance of farming, and the role of animals in our ecosystem. This hands-on approach makes learning about farming and animals exciting and memorable.
Acorn Farm also hosts a range of special events throughout the year, including seasonal activities, themed days, and educational workshops. These events offer even more opportunities for family fun and provide a reason to visit the farm multiple times. Make sure to keep an eye out for their next event!
This award-winning, family friendly attraction is worth visiting next time you're in Kirkby!
Why We Recommend Acorn Farm
- Beautiful animals to see, dedicated animal petting sessions and horse rides
- Home-reared free-range meat and eggs to buy
- Delicious hot food available, like the chicken pesto panini and daily specials at the onsite cafe (Oak Tree Cafe)
Acorn Farm Reviews
"Brilliant experience for the little on es as well as bigger ones. Food is available at the counter so that the animals can be fed. It is an excellent experience to bring animals closer.
A little playground for a well-earned rest." - Astrid
"What a lovely place to visit, took my two year old grandson he loved it, staff are really friendly, feeding the animals was great and the food was only 50p a bag, bought lots of plants too they are quality, will go again." - Kathryn
Meet And Pet Adorable Animals
Acorn Farm is home to a delightful array of animals, including sheep, cows, goats, and even cheeky meerkats! The farm’s petting area allows visitors to get up close with friendly rabbits and guinea pigs, while gentle horses offer a chance for a serene ride. Kids and adults alike will love feeding these charming creatures with special animal feed available for purchase.
Tasty Treats and Unique Finds
After a day of farm fun, visit the Acorn Farm shop for delicious, home-produced goodies like free-range meat, eggs, and homemade ice cream. For green thumbs, the Plant Sales Centre offers a variety of lovely plants to brighten up your home. Don’t forget to grab a bite at the Oak Tree Cafe, where you can enjoy tasty meals like chicken pesto panini and daily specials.
Perfect For All Weather!
Don’t let the weather dampen your spirits—Acorn Farm has something for every season! Explore the scenic woodland walk to enjoy nature’s changing beauty, and let the kids run wild in two exciting play areas designed for endless fun. Whether it’s raining or sunny, there’s always an adventure waiting. It's the perfect family attraction!
Facilities
Toilets
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Opening 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
Closed 25th December & 1st January
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (1-16) : £4.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £3.00
- Babies and Toddlers (0-1) : Free
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Breakfast
Toast, fruit loaf, beans on toast and breakfast sandwiches.
Lunch
Soup, sandwiches, panini, BLT, fish finger sandwich, chicken goujon wrap, jacket potato and chips.
Kids Menu
Lunchbox (with a sandwich, jelly, pom bears, raisins and juice), chicken goujons, sausages, fish fingers, half a jacket potato, kids sandwich and beans on toast.
Drinks
Tea, herbal tea, coffee, latte, cappuccino, hot chocolate, cans of pop, fruit juice cartons and bottled water.
They have changing desserts every day - see the dessert board in the cafe!
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Acorn Venture
Urban Farm
Depot Road
Liverpool
Merseyside
L33 3AR
England
Tel: 01515481524
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
By Train
Fazakerley train station is the closest to the farm and takes around a 13-minute taxi ride to get there.
By Bus
You can take the X3, 97A and 98A to the farm.
By Car
The farm is off Perimeter Road.
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