Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm
Salisbury, Wiltshire
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!
There are also great animal activities throughout the day, giving guests lots of opportunities to interact with the animals and the helpful and friendly staff who will gladly answer all of your questions about the animals on The Farm, no matter how wacky! Call ahead to ensure the activities are running.
There are lots of play equipment and areas including the indoor Playbarn as well as the Woodland Adventure Play Area with treehouse, zip-line and nest swing! There is much more play equipment around The Farm, including: Climbing Frames, 3 Trampolines as well as a Nature Walk, Fairy Village and so much more! See if you can find the wild badgers, deer, foxes, squirrels, peacocks, stoats and many other wild animals, when you're walking down on The Farm.
Conveniently located on-site, there is a Café & Bar, which serves delicious homemade food, drinks and cakes all day every day. They welcome guests to just pop in to the cafe for food or drinks, it's a great meeting place even if it's too cold for you to visit the farm itself! There is a gorgeous Gift Shop packed full with some great gifts, toys, homeware and other local artisan products, pop in and have a browse or shop while you wait for your food!
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.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
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
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
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (2-17) : £7.00
- Adult (18+-18+) : £8.00
- Babies and Toddlers (0-1) : Free
Please visit the attractions website for current pricing as it may change over school holidays. Sign up to the newsletter to get access to exclusive offers and discounts.
Look out for the special events that run over the school holidays, including BIG character days coming!!
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
There is a varied menu with options for all price points, including sandwiches, bowls of chips, right up to tasty burgers and fish and chips. Childrens dishes and childrens lunchboxes available. We aim to cater for most dietary requirements. Please feel free to call the farm direct in advance of your visit.
FAQs
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Toilets
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Public Transport
Contact Details
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
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
There are some buses that run from Salisbury, but they are infrequent and involve a 20 minute walk up a non-pathed road to get to us.
Please plan your travel before you book.
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