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About Thorpe Farm Centre

Thorpe Farm Centre is a much-loved countryside destination offering something increasingly rare: a place where families, couples, friends, and visitors of all ages can slow down, reconnect, and enjoy meaningful time together in a welcoming rural setting. Surrounded by open fields and big skies, the farm centre blends traditional countryside charm with modern comforts, creating an experience that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly current.

  • A great day out for all the family

    Set on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and Teesdale, Thorpe Farm Centre is the perfect place for families, couples and friends to enjoy a great day out together, with plenty to see and do throughout the seasons.

  • Soft Play for Kids, Animal Paddocks and Adventure Park

    There’s plenty to keep little adventurers entertained at Thorpe Farm! Let them climb, slide and explore in our Indoor Soft Play, before heading outdoors for even more family fun.

  • Cafe & Restaurant, Farm Shop, Gifts, Reclamation and Antique centre

    Make a day of it at Thorpe Farm with plenty of places to eat, shop and explore together. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, coffee or a tasty treat in our Courtyard Restaurant & Café, perfect for refuelling during your family day out.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 09:00 - 16:30
  • Tuesday, 09:00 - 16:30
  • Wednesday, 09:00 - 16:30
  • Thursday, 09:00 - 16:30
  • Friday, 09:00 - 16:30
  • Saturday, 09:00 - 16:30
  • Sunday, 09:00 - 16:30

Special Days

  • Saturday December 26 2026: Closed
  • Friday January 1 2027: Closed
  • Thursday December 24 2026: 09:00 - 14:00
  • Thursday December 31 2026: 09:00 - 14:00

Special days:

24 December 2026: 09:00 - 14:00

25 December 2026: Closed

26 December 2026: Closed

31 December 2026: 09:00 - 14:00

1 January 2027: Closed

Closing times may vary, so families should check before travelling.

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Directions

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Thorpe Farm Centre

Thorpe Farm, Greta Bridge, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 9TY, England

Tel: 01833627242

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Last updated: 08:50 28/09/2026

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