Farm Parks & Petting Zoos

South East England has petting zoos and animal farms across the area packed with things to do for all the family.

Farms Parks in the UK are increasing in popularity and it is no wonder so many are turning to agritourism for family days out with activities being offered from feeding the animals to riding a pony. Many of the farmhouses in the South East provide new experiences and different types of farming for people of all ages.

Children's farms give kids the chance to get close to animals such as pigs or have a softer experience with rabbits. There is a lot of history and heritage when it comes to farming therefore most attractions will have a museum to give visitors an insight into farming history and working practices.

Most of the farms will have a cafe where after long day you can just relax and sample of some of the organic food and drink that is on offer.

Best farm parks in South East England

Every day at Farmer Gow’s in Oxfordshire, you’ll be able meet and pet the animals 'hands on' with piglets, goats and sheep. If you require extra assistance to make sure your children can experience a farm fully then look no further than Fairytale Farm, Oxfordshire, which is the only visitor attraction in the UK to put disabled children first in the design and layout.

Fishers Adventure Farm Park in West Sussex, offers fun activities including a tractor ride and a barrel bug ride for the kids to complement the animal encounters barn. At Drusillas Park, Eastbourne, animals are only part of the fun, as you can try the Amazon Adventure, Mungo's Adventure Maze and Hello Kitty Secret Garden, as well as Thomas the Tank Engine that kids of all ages can ride. 

Enjoy a visit to the recently opened Sky Park Farm, a working deer farm. Feed the deer, adventure through the outdoor play area, enjoy an ice cream or coffee amongst the beautiful Hampshire's countryside.  The new Grazing Room, farm shop and butcher opens this summer.

Eco friendly lovers will be excited by Buckinghamshire's Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park in Aylesbury Vale, as it boasts an environmentally friendly 44 acre farm with rare breeds. For something for the kids there is an indoor soft ‘Play Barn’ at Kent’s South of England Rare Breed Centre as well as a playground, sandpit, paddling pool.

The Lavender Fields, at Hartley Park Farm, is based in the heart of the Hampshire countryside.  Forth generation farmers, we value our local landscape, and having introduced English lavender to the farm back in 1999, our field is now a local landmark. 

Petting zoos near me

Whether you're lucky enough to live in South East England or visiting for a short break, find a farm park local to you using the 'map view' button below.