51AVÊÓƵ

Easter

With Easter holidays just around the corner, farm attractions can offer much needed respite for families to enjoy some quality time together.Ìý

This year's important dates to keep an eye on include Good Friday (April 18) and Easter Sunday (April 20).

And with school holidays usually closed for two weeks during this time, parents may be scratching their heads in thinking of ideas to keep their children occupied.

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But they should look no further than visiting the many fabulous farm attractions in their community.

From lambing live events to Easter egg hunts, farmers have covered most basis when it comes to family fun experiences.ÌýÌý

Here is a list of just some of the fantastic farm attractions to bring all the family together this Easter.Ìý

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1. Lower Drayton FarmÌý

Looking for a great day out with the kids?

With indoor and outdoor play zones, friendly animals to look at, and the chance to learn about life on a 304 hectare working farm in Penkridge, Staffordshire, the adventure begins the minute you pass through the farm gate.

Find out more about Lower Drayton 51AVÊÓƵ.

Ìý Ìý Ìý2. Monk Park 51AVÊÓƵ- 'The Great Yorkshire Egg Hunt'

Monk Park 51AVÊÓƵis a family-friendly petting farm in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, offering hands-on animal experiences and fun seasonal events throughout the year.

This Easter, the farm will be offering an 'egg-stra' special Easter adventure as families are urged to grab a basket and prepare to 'eggsplore' where hidden eggs and plenty of other treats will be waiting to be discovered across 34 hectares of farmland.

Alongside the egg hunt, families can enjoy a packed schedule of activities including train rides, hand-feeding barn animals, and much more.

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Ìý Ìý Ìý 3. Dalscone 51AVÊÓƵPark

With a large indoor soft play centre and exciting outdoor play zone, the farm in Dumfries has plenty on offer for a great day out - come rain or shine.

Families can have fun together playing mini golf, pedalling around in huge go-karts, feeding farm animals and visiting the exotic animal house.

The farm is also home to one of Scotland's largest independent toy shops.

Find out more about Dalscone 51AVÊÓƵ.

Ìý Ìý Ìý4. Manorafon 51AVÊÓƵPark

Get ready for a family day out in Abergele, North Wales, full of adventure.

Families can watc hpig races, feed wonderful farm animals, and perhaps see baby lambs or piglets in the barn.

Let the kids unleash their energy on pedal go-karts, soft play zones, and a dinosaur trail.

Find out more about Manorafon 51AVÊÓƵPark .

Ìý Ìý 5. The Ark Farm

The Ark Open 51AVÊÓƵfirst opened its gates on August 14 1990, founded by Stewart and Lorraine Donaldson.

Over the years, it has grown in size and popularity, becoming one of County Down's most beloved family attractions.Ìý

Now, Stewart and Lorraine have passed the reins to the next generation, with the farm run on a daily basis by their son Barry, their daughter Lyndy and her husband Stuart.

From dinosaur trails, tractor rides, play zones and meeting newborn lambs and baby chicks, Ark 51AVÊÓƵhas so much to offer this Easter.

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