New for 2020, Herbies! is a garden-based activity for 3-7 year-olds where children get to tour the arable side of our farm, spend some time in our mini-forest, plant fruit/vegetables in our market garden, and take part in a themed craft session. As with all activities for under-8’s at Wellgate Community Farm, children must be […]
Introduced in 2019, Beaks & Squeaks was created for the young animal lover. Aimed at children aged 3 – 7, Beaks & Squeaks is a two-hour session themed around our “Beaks” (our chickens and ducks), and “Squeaks” (rabbits and guinea-pigs). Each session features:- a guided tour of the farm led by one of our instructors […]
One of the most popular events held on the farm, children aged 8+ get to go behind the scenes, off the paths and into the pens to experience a typical day on the farm. Supervised by our qualified & DBS checked staff, Farmer For A Day begins with an orientation session at 10am. We’ll introduce […]
Have you always wanted to have a go at the ancient craft of spinning? If so our club may be right for you! Come to the farm every Thursday evening for a chance to have a cup of tea and sit down and learn the art of making a sheep’s fleece into the wonderful material […]
One of the longest running projects on the farm, Young Farmers, takes on children from 8 years old and immerses them in farm life. Our Young Farmers are taught to take care of our animals, including health & safety, proper handling, feeding & watering, grooming, health checks, plus mucking out & rebedding. They tend to […]