23rd May - 31st May 2026
Highland Hoedown at Cockfields Farm
Highland Cow Grooming and Alpaca Walking are charged extras. Carousel rides and outdoor attractions are weather dependent.
Meet newborn animals & enjoy Highland Hoedown family fun at Cockfields Farm this May!
LocationCockfields Farm
Typical Visit Time3-4 Hours
Suitable ForAll Ages & All Group Sizes
Typical Visit Time3-4 Hours
LocationCockfields Farm
Suitable ForAll Ages & All Group Sizes
What to Expect...
A HIGHLAND CALF IS ON THE WAY… AND YOU’RE INVITED TO CELEBRATE!
Join us this May for our New Life on the Farm event and meet our adorable newborn animals — you may even witness the birth of a Highland calf.
Don’t miss our amazing Highland Cow Grooming Experience available as an added extra (limited spaces available!)
Enjoy a fun-filled family day with:
Animal cuddles in Cuddle Corner
Reptiles, bugs & creepy crawlies
Hand feeding cows, llamas, alpacas, goats & sheep
Farmer-led activities
Huge play areas & our famous Jumping Pillow
Fairground Carousel rides (weather dependent)
Added Extras:
Alpaca Walking
Highland Cow Grooming Experience
Enjoy our Highland Hoedown Line Dancing before ending the day with the ultimate FOAM PARTY!
Café, fresh donuts & picnic areas available daily.
Tickets valid from 10am until closing — arrive before 2pm to enjoy it all!
Celebrate springtime, adorable animals & unforgettable family memories on the farm.
Event Highlights
Highland Calf Grooming
Meet gorgeous Ghia. Groom, cuddle and spend time with our fluffy Highland calf for a truly memorable experience for up to 4 people.
Highland Hoedown & Party
Pull on your Cowboots for our Highland Hoedown! Line dancing, country vibes & the ultimate foam party finale
Reptile House - Handling sessions
Get hands-on with exotic creatures! Meet & hold snakes, geckos, tortoises & more in our amazing reptile house
Opening Times
10:00 - 16:00
Location Details
Full Address:
Cockfields Farm, Lees Road Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 8AR
Get DirectionsBy Car
Cockfields Farm Park is located between Ashton-under-Lyne and Oldham, with easy access from the M60.
From the M60: Exit at Junction 23 (Ashton-under-Lyne) or Junction 22 (Oldham), then follow local signs towards Lees/Newmarket Road.
By Train
The nearest train stations are:
Ashton-under-Lyne Station – around 10 minutes away by taxi.
Stalybridge Station – around 15 minutes away by taxi.
By Bus
From Oldham: Take the 425 Service. Get off at Abbeyhills Road stop, then it’s a short 6-minute walk to Cockfields Farm Park.
From Manchester / Ashton: Take the 231 Service from Manchester Piccadilly Gardens. Get off at Lichfield Avenue stop, then walk around 15 minutes to reach Cockfields Farm Park.