Farms, zoos & wildlife parks

Enjoy 100 acres of beautiful countryside 12 miles from central London. Not-for-profit enterprises include social care, education, farm visits, family camping, outdoor celebrations and seasonal events. Open everyday from 9:00am. Explore 100 Aker Wood for free. Enjoy food at the cafe or kiosk. At weekends the Adventure Playground is open as is the SEND Pavilion. You can feed the animals and book petting... Read more

With our 100 acres of countryside, beautiful scenery, nature trails, animal farm attraction and the 100 Aker Wood home of Pooh Bear and friends all just 12 miles from central London. Aldenham Country Park makes the perfect location for your birthday party, baby shower or whatever it is you are celebrating. You can book your very own slice of Aldenham Country Park by hiring our private areas Lavender,... Read more

Aldenham Country Playground is a purpose built multi-sensory play facility for children and young people with disabilities and other special needs.

Our indoor facilities include a large main hall with arts and crafts, a reading area, toy boxes and soft play mats for children to enjoy and have fun in an unstructured environment.

The main hall provides a versatile space... Read more

A community zoo based in the historic Cedars park in Waltham cross Hertfordshire. Familiar favourites such as meerkats and owls are just some of the animals found here alongside the strange more unusual creatures such as zorilla and tenrecs, there is lots to discover. The zoo gives visitors the opportunity to get up close to Meerkats, Owls, skunks, small bird species, rabbits, Armadillos and various reptiles and minibeasts. Tickets are just £2 pp with unlimited entry all day.

Celtic Harmony Camp is the UK's largest reconstructed Iron Age settlement and has provided outdoor heritage education for 25 years, holding the LOtC (Learning Outside the Classroom) Badge for quality outdoor education.

Celtic Warrior Experience
February Half Term Family Days Out


[A thrilling day of ancient adventure where families master tribal skills and bring Celtic history to life!]

Unleash your inner warrior this February Half-Term! Join us for an action-packed day of ancient skills and outdoor adventure. Perfect for families looking to step back in time, our Celtic... Read more

Covering 175 acres Church Farm produces the widest range of free range meat and naturally grown fruit and vegetables. Church Farm is open to the public everyday from 9.00am to 5.00pm (winter times may vary). It is free to park and entrance tickets can be pre-booked online or paid on the door. Collect a map, wristbands, activity book and buy some food to help feed the animals, enjoy our woodland play area, or relax in our Farm Cafe.

Enjoy a wild adventure at the No. 1 Outdoor Activity in Essex, Colchester Zoological Society!

Escape to the vast plains of Africa or step into the humid habitat of Asia! With over 150 species to see across 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, your exploration will provide a full day of 'edutainment'.

Get closer to nature at CZS with a whole host of fun activities.... Read more

Foxholes Play Barn and Farm Park is open 7 days a week. We offer Toddler Time during the week (Term Time) which is geared at under 5's. All tickets to the Play Barn include access to the Farm Park where you can visit and feed the farm animals and enjoy the outdoor play equipment and giant sand pit. We also offer school / nursery visits from £6 per child and host birthday parties from £14.95. For... Read more