White Post Farm Centre
Farnsfield, Nottinghamshire
About White Post Farm Centre
White Post Farm, located in the heart of Nottinghamshire, is full of free-range fun and is ideal for family days out. White Post Farm offers a memorable day out for animal lovers and families alike, with a wide variety of friendly animals to see and interact with and fun activities and educational experiences for visitors of all ages. From cuddly giant continental rabbits, guinea pigs, and playful goats to majestic birds of prey, creepy crawlies, and exotic animals and reptiles, there is something for everyone to enjoy at White Post Farm.
Meet your favourite farm animal
One of the highlights of a visit to White Post Farm is the chance to get up close with the animals, particularly with the animal feeding sessions. Visitors can hand-feed classic farm animals such as sheep, pigs, and chickens or even bottle-feed orphaned lambs and calves. There are plenty of opportunities for those looking for a more interactive experience. Animal encounter sessions where guests can meet and learn from knowledgeable animal handlers about various creatures, from meerkats and raccoons to snakes and even tarantulas!
Indoor and Outdoor Activities
In addition to meeting the animals, visitors can participate in various activities and demonstrations throughout the day. Children can enjoy tractor rides, pony grooming sessions, and animal petting areas. At the same time, everyone, even the adults can watch and be amazed at falconry displays at the Bird Of Prey Centre. In the Show Barn, you might be lucky to catch a bit of animal panto before scrambling over to the soft play area, where you can whizz down the UK's largest sled run. After being outside for a while, you may welcome the warmth in the Silver Barn and Incubator room, where you can visit bouncy rabbits, pot-bellied pigs, goats, and newborn piglets and lambs.
Fun indoors and out!
Special events
White Post Farm is also committed to providing a fun and educational experience for visitors. The farm offers school visits, guided tours, birthday parties, and seasonal events throughout the year. Visitors can also learn about sustainable farming practices and animal care through animal workshops and demonstrations.
Gift and Pet Shop
For those looking to take home a souvenir from their visit, White Post Farm has a gift shop offering a range of toys, books, and other animal-themed merchandise. The Pet Shop is helpful, containing everything you need to take care of your own furry or scaly animals at home.
Cafe
The tea room, Jungle Cafe and Lunch Barn serve a selection of hot and cold food and drinks, perfect for refueling after a day of animal adventures.
Why we recommend White Post Farm
Overall, White Post Farm is a wonderful destination for families looking to spend time together in a fun and educational environment. With its wide variety of animals and interactive experiences, the farm will provide a memorable day out for visitors of all ages. Whether you're looking to cuddle up with a bunny, learn about falconry, or simply enjoy a leisurely outdoor stroll around the farm, White Post Farm has something for everyone. So why not pack up the family and head to White Post Farm for a day of animal-filled fun?
What do other parents say about White Post Farm?
Parent Blogger Five Little Doves said:
"The goats were a firm favourite with the children, especially the kids who were real characters. I love that the farm allows you to feed the animals as although we are big fans of the zoo, nothing beats getting a hands on experience with these animals and White Post Farm gives you just that."
Entertaining Families For Over 30 Years
Entertaining families for over thirty years,this year-round attraction offers a slice of farm fun whatever the weather. Over the decades families have enjoyed the wide range of activities, events and attractions on offer. Race sheep, explore the walk-in aviary and sledge down UK's largest sledge run at White Post Farm Centre! Plus, so much more!
Meet your favourite animal
From cute chicks to sheep racing there’s lots for animal lovers to enjoy at the White Post Farm Centre. Come prepared to meet, and fall in love with, a variety of farm animals from chickens, pigs, rabbits, cattle, cows, llamas, ponies and donkeys.
All weather attraction
With both indoor and outdoor activities and children's play areas you can enjoy a trip to White Post Farm whatever the weather.
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Opening Times
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £15.50
- Adult (17-18+) : £15.95
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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