Cockfields Farm Petting Zoo is a fantastic family day out, just 30 minutes outside Manchester city centre.
There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained, with lots of animals to see, feed, and handle, then they can burn of some energy in the outdoor play area, bouncy pillow, and carousel.
Head over to the Animal Barn which is home to Cows, sheep, goats, reindeer, Lamas, and alpacas! All eagerly waiting to be hand-fed by customers. Inside the barn you’ll also discover the reptile house with a variety of snakes, lizards, tortoises, hedgehogs, and a friendly tarantula called Spiderella! Then Join our troop of meerkats and watch them be fed in the morning and afternoon.
If you prefer your cuddles to be with something slightly fluffier, then head over to Cuddle corner to meet the bunnies and guinea pigs, with a selection on tables ready to be fussed over.
In all, it’s a fantastic deal for a lovely day out with the kids that won’t break the bank, however with limited spaces each day, book your tickets online before they sell out at www.cockfields.co.uk
For more information email us at info@cockfields.co.uk or message us on social media.
Walk with the alpacas during this one hour long walking experience. Other animals to meet/feed including pigs, goats, hens, rabbits, guinea pigs and lambs.
Tea/coffee/cold drink and a cake included.
Experience lasts 90 minutes.
Also does parties.
The Barn, George’s Lane , Aston By budworth , Northwich , Cw9 6LS
Award winning farm on the edge of the Peak District.
Free; fully working farm; nature trail walks (partly accessible to buggies); picnics not allowed but tea room with indoor and outdoor seating; famous for its ice cream; slide and tractor to play on.
Wildboarclough, Macclesfield SK11 0BL
T: 01260 227229
Most visited zoo in the UK; home to over 35,000 animals & more than 500 different species.
Chester CH2 1EU
T: 01244 380280
Meet the horses, explore the Wildlife Watch Trail and Woodland area, browse the gift shop, visit the Lakeside Cafe which offers light lunches and cream teas.
Eaton Ln, Tarporley CW6 9DP
T : 01829 760506
Home to over 40 different species including eagle, Falcon and owl plus other small animals such as ferrets and meerkats; regular flying displays; meet/greet and feed the birds; cafe; playground and sandpit.
A great family day out in Cheshire
Kids parties hosted.
Gauntlet Birds of Prey Manchester Road Knutsford WA16 0SX
T: 01565 754419
At Glebe Farm there is something for everyone – a great family day out.
Free; parking free and plentiful; picnics not allowed but child friendly cafe; tractor rides; play area largely toddler friendly; indoor barn; area for small animals;farm shop
Kids parties hosted.
Peel Ln, Congleton CW12 4RQ
T: 01260 273916
As a family-run farm we’re proud to offer a friendly place to visit for people of all ages and there’s always something to enjoy, whatever the time of year!
Farm shop; maze; seasonal pick your own; outdoor play area; junior farmer sessions (prebook); cafe which comes highly recommended.
Winwick Ln, Croft, Warrington WA3 7ED
T: 01925 765531
5-mile safari gives the animals space to roam while guests view from their cars.
A great Family day out in Cheshire.
Knowsley Safari Park, Prescot L34 4AN
T: 0151 430 9009
Family run farm with animals to see, indoor and outdoor play barns, mini golf and nature walk.
“Lovely staff”
“A great, affordable day out with the kids”
Clay Lane Crewe CW1 5SQ
T: 07775 758725
Wide range of high quality produce including locally sourced eggs, potatoes and fish. Play barn next to cafe.
“Nixons farm is excellent”
Outwood Farm, Bolshaw Road, Cheadle, Cheshire SK8 3PS
Tel: 0161 437 4801
Our large walkthroughs allow you to come face to face with exotic and endangered animals from across three continents.
Walk amongst and touch many of the animals (brush a goat!); outdoor play area; indoor soft play area with ride ons; cafe; picnic area.
A great family day out near Cheshire.
Winkhill, Leek ST13 7QR
T: 01538 308 880
Open weekends and school holidays Reaseheath’s Mini Zoo is set in the scenic rural grounds of Reaseheath College.
Species from around the world, keeper talks and zoo experiences.
We are only open to the public only during school holidays and at weekends. Make sure you check our holiday dates!
Rease Heath, Nantwich CW5 6DG
T: 01270 613222
Reddish Vale Farm was set up to give children a unique insight into life in the countryside. Our farm has a variety of animals, including horses, cows, sheep, goats, pigs, llamas, alpacas and chickens.
Country Park, Reddish Vale Rd, Stockport SK5 7HE
Kids parties hosted.
T: 0161 480 1645
Organic shop and cafe.
Children’s play area and animals to visit and feed.
Manor Ln, Davenham, Northwich , CW97RH
T: 01606 46258
Home to 140 free roaming Barbary macaques. Visitors walk the 3/4 of a mile woodland path and see the monkeys living just as they would in the wild, with no cages or bars.
Trentham Estate, Stone Rd, Tittensor, Stoke-on-Trent ST12 9HR
T: 01782 659845
Beautiful Grounds and manicured lawns.
The park has a children’s play area, children’s zoo, pitch and putt, adventure golf, bowling and a coffee shop (some attractions are seasonal).
We’re very proud to be a real working farm with an array of animals. We have over 130 cattle, sheep, pigs and chickens (great for the kids to come and visit!) and our farm is located across 140 acres of fields and countryside.
Here at Waugh Brow Farm we have our very own snack shack right in the middle of our farm yard.
“Brilliant with kids”
“Family friendly”
Waugh Brow Farm Shop, Smith Ln, Knutsford WA16 6JZ
T: 01565 872208
NB – Snack Shack and farm yard fun area are only open on Saturday and Sunday until the spring time
Wheelock Hall Farm is a family run business based in Sandbach and we have a number of activities for all ages whether you are a youngster or just young at heart.
Petting farm; variety of animals including pigs, sheep, cows, donkeys and chickens; outdoor play area; farm shop; cafe; indoor soft play area; plenty of parking
Crewe Rd, Sandbach CW11 4RE
T: 01270 764230
See alpacas, ponies, llama and wallabies; gift shop selling alpaca wool items; enthusiastic, helpful owners; only open at weekends but call if you want to visit on a weekday as they will open for you if they can
Paddock Hill, Mobberley, Knutsford WA16 7DB
