If you’re staying at our holiday park in Swanage with young children, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions in the local area. One of the most popular attractions for children in Dorset is Farmer Palmers! Falmer Palmers is a fantastic farm with plenty of indoor and outdoor activities for children aged 0-8.
Attractions for Children in Dorset
Farmer Palmers is filled to the brim with a wide range of activities for young children to enjoy. From cuddly farm animals to exciting outdoor activities, there’s truly something to captivate every young one! Many guests visit Farmer Palmers so that their children can run around in a safe environment all whilst having the chance to interact with friendly farm animals – such as lambs or goats. What’s more, the beautiful backdrop of the Dorset countryside at Farmer Palmers provides the perfect opportunity to snap a few holidays pics!
Animal Activities at Farmer Palmers
Meet The Animals
At Farmer Palmers, children are encouraged to wander around the farm and meet as many animals as they can! There are plenty of farm animals and exotic animals, to say hello to! Such animals include alpacas, chickens, ducks, cows, deer, donkeys, ponies, goats (and kids), guinea pigs, rabbits, pigs and sheep!
Pig Racing
The pig racing at Farmer Palmers always proves to be a hugely popular event for the whole family to get involved in. Each member of the family can choose a pig as their racers – and before you know it, the pigs are off! Cheer on your chosen pig as it races, oinks, and jumps it’s way towards the finish line.
Deer Feeding
Deer are very gentle animals, and they absolutely love a few nibbles! Priced at £2.50 per person, the deer feeding experience allows guests to get up close to these magnificent creatures and feed them a tasty treat (or two). Whilst they nuzzle at your fingers, the handler will tell you a few interesting facts about these beautiful creatures – including information about their behaviour, diets and natural habitat.
Outdoor Activities
There are lots of outdoor activities to try out during your visit to farmer palmers, including a bumpy tractor trailer ride, pedal tractors, pedal go-karts, sand playground, outside bouncy castle, the trim trail (which is an outdoor playground complete with monkey bars and wooden climbing frames), and a summer maize maze. There is also an outdoor picnic area, where families can enjoy a picnic lunch in between all the excitement to be had at Farmer Palmers!
Indoor Activities
The British weather is sometimes unpredictable – but have no fear, Farmer Palmers have a host of indoor activities to enjoy in the event of bad weather! Children will love the little farmers fun barn, straw mountain, the soft play zone and even the indoor bouncy house! Whatever the weather, the whole family will enjoy a day out at Farmer Palmers whilst staying at our family-friendly holiday park in Swanage.
Ulwell Holiday Park
Ulwell Holiday Park is perfectly placed to enjoy holidays in Swanage as well as attractions nearby! We have a wide selection of accommodation types to suit families hoping to enjoy a holiday in Dorset. Such family-friendly accommodation types include static caravan holiday homes, camping and touring pitches as well as a rustic glamping pod (which is best suited for smaller families!). Secure your next family holiday in Swanage by booking your holiday accommodation online or by calling our friendly reception team at 01929 422823.