Meet the animals up close
This experience focuses on time with the alpacas and goats, rather than a longer walking session. It is built for visitors who want a direct animal encounter in a shorter format.
Hilly Ridge Alpaca & Goat Meet and Greets Tickets
45-minute animal meet and greet for all ages
What to Expect...
Meet alpacas and goats up close at Hilly Ridge Alpacas in Suffolk, with time to interact, feed the animals and learn more about their personalities. This 45-minute experience is designed for visitors who want the animal encounter without the walking element.
Your visit also includes the "All about the fibre" element, where you can learn what alpaca fibre is used for, how the animals are shorn and what products can be made from it. You can touch and feel different fibres and finished products during the session.
This experience is listed by the attraction as suitable for all ages, with adult, child and under 2 pricing available. For more family animal days out, browse zoo and wildlife park tickets.
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What's Included in your ticket
Adult and Child tickets include a 45-minute alpaca and goat meet and greet at Hilly Ridge Alpacas. This experience is designed for visitors who want to meet the animals without the walking element.
During the session, visitors can meet, interact with and feed the alpacas and goats. The experience also includes the "All about the fibre" element, where visitors can learn what alpaca fibre is used for, how alpacas are shorn and explore different fibres and products.
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Highlights - Events and Activities
This 45-minute meet and greet gives families time with the animals without committing to a longer alpaca walk. It is designed for visitors who want a shorter, more stationary animal experience.
You will meet alpacas and goats, spend time interacting with them and take part in feeding during the session. There's also the chance to learn more about the animals' personalities.
Learn about alpaca fibre
The session includes an "All about the fibre" element. Visitors can learn what the fibre is used for, how alpacas are shorn and explore different fibres and products by touch.
Short and family-friendly
At 45 minutes, this experience is easier to fit into the day than a longer trek. The attraction states it is suitable for all ages, with free entry for children under 2.
Attraction Details
Opening Times
Regular Times
- Monday, 09:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday, 09:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 09:00 - 20:00
- Friday, 09:00 - 20:00
- Saturday, 09:00 - 15:30
- Sunday, 09:00 - 15:30
Directions
Hilly Ridge Alpacas
Clay Hill Farm, Clay Hill Lane, Wattisham, Ipswich, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 7JS, England
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Last updated: 09:56 28/04/2026
Important Information
- Duration is 45 minutes.
- Children under 2 go free.
- Feed is available for £1 per pot and can be bought at checkout or on arrival.
- Dogs are not allowed on site.
- A 48-hour, 2 working day cancellation and rescheduling policy applies.
Booking FAQs
Most asked questions relating to Hilly Ridge Alpacas.
The ticket includes a 45-minute alpaca and goat meet and greet. It also includes animal interaction, feeding and the "All about the fibre" element.
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