Alfie seeing the baby chicks
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A Family Day Out to the Farm

Longdown Activity Farm
Visited 1st August 2026
6 hours
Family of 6 (2 adults, 4 kids)
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The Stubbs Family

Eastleigh

Family of 4 (4 kids)

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We took the family to Longdown Activity Farm to celebrate Alfies first birthday. We had the loveliest of days from feeding the animals to tractor rides and a huge adventure playground. We went with our children aged 14, 10, 7 and 1 and it was so much fun for all ages (even my parents in their 60s that came too) it truly is a great day out for all.
VisitedAugust 2026
Time Spent6 hours
LocationAshurst, Hampshire
WhoFamily of 6 (2 adults, 4 kids)
TicketsAdvance booking required
Travel Time30 mins from Eastleigh
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Our Arrival & First Impressions

Arriving at Longdown Activity Farm

My first impressions were really positive. There was a large carpark with no issues finding a space, and just a short walk across the road to get into the Farm. The staff on entering were really polite and friendly and there were handheld maps and wall maps making it easy to navigate where to go.

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Activities Breakdown

Got to ride a very bumpy tractor.
Bottle feeding the baby goats.

There was so many activities to experience during out visit. We got to feed the ducks and the baby goats at their designated feeding times, ride on a very bumpy tractor as many times as youd like to Queue for over the couple of hours it was running, a large play sandpit, a huge adventure playground with trampolines and zipwires, you could pet the goats and see the baby chick's and ducks at different ages and areas. You could take fresh eggs that had been laid to pay for at the farm store. You could also pay extra to play on the excavators which we did, as well as there being free car carts and mini tractors for the kids to ride.

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    Feeding the animals

    We all loved hand feeding the animals from the ducks with cups or baby goats being bottle fed.
    Feeding the ducks
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    Riding the tractor

    The tractor was so fun and bumpy but you still felt secure. You got to see all the field enjoy the ride.
    Riding the tractor
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    The adventure playground

    There was so many fun things to do on the playground for all ages.
    On the trampolines
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Food & Drink

There was a good selection of food and drink from snacks to ice creams, cold cans and hot coffees. The prices were all very reasonable for the items and there was both indoor and outdoor seating available.

Money-Saving Tip

We took a picnic with us too and just purchased extra drinks and coffee when there.

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Pros & Cons Summary

Positive

What We Loved

  • TickThe tickets were good priced for value
  • TickYou are provided hand maps with timetables for the day so you can make sure to see and do all of the things you'd like to i.e. feeding times, tractor rides etc
  • TickSo many different activities suitable for all ages from areas more for toddlers to parts perfect for older kids and teens
  • TickYou can access fresh fruit, veg, dairy etc from the farm shop
  • TickThe staff are really friendly and helpful
  • TickHand washing stations around the farm
Negative

Could Be Better

  • CrossMaybe more food options
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Overall Verdict & Ratings

A* Tried & Tested - Day Out With The Kids
Safety & Cleanliness5.0

Everything felt really well managed and secure and there were hand washing stations all around the farm to keep clean between activities

Rides & Entertainment5.0

So many things to see and do, majority of which are free and suitable for all different ages.

Food & Drink4.0

Being able to bring a picnic i was happy with the food and drink on offer. However if you dont take anything then maybe having hot food to offer would be nice.

Queues & Crowds5.0

Everything was managed so efficiently the even feeding times with large queues moved quickly and smoothly- however you didnt feel rushed during your turns.

Fun & Delight5.0

Our whole family had so much fun and my boys have already asked when we are going back again!

Value for Money5.0

Great value for money, especially with the summer kids savings.

The Final Verdict:

This was a fantastic day out for all and I would 100% recommend this to anyone! It was well organised, you didnt feel rushed or crowded and got to experience so many different things. We will definitely visit again.

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"A farm adventure for all ages."
Lucy Stubbs
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