The best family days out in London and beyond rated by kids and teens
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Ready for a little farm adventure right in the heart of the city? Hackney City Farm is a charming spot in East London where kids can meet friendly farm animals and learn about sustainable farming.
The farm features an array of animals including pigs, goats, sheep, and donkeys. Spring and summer is especially popular with the younger visitors when new baby animals are around. The garden is not just a place to stroll but an educational space where children can see how vegetables grow and participate in planting activities.
For those looking to grab a bite, the Frizzante Café serves fresh, farm-to-table dishes in a cozy setting, perfect for refuelling. The café is styled after Italian agriturismos, focusing on seasonal food made from homegrown produce.
Accessibility is a priority at Hackney City Farm, ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, can enjoy a visit. This includes full access for wheelchairs and other mobility aids, ensuring a welcoming environment for all.
Whether it’s feeding the animals, learning about urban farming, or just enjoying a day out in nature, Hackney City Farm offers a slice of country life right in the city. It’s a great way to teach kids about where food comes from, all while having fun in the open air!
I’d highly recommend this for teenagers. It’s free, full of cute animals and has a great cafe. My friend and I are big animal people so we decided a trip here was needed. We had so much fun petting the animals and guessing their names. Such a bonus that it was free but we did leave a small donation because it was so great. We then had lunch at the cafe which was super tasty. 10/10 experience.
You can find loads more information by Laura Porter at aboutlondonlaura.com
This is such a great attraction to visit some adorable animals in the heart of East London. It’s a fun afternoon around Hackney for kids and adults of all ages!
What a surprise to find this gem in the heart of London. Perfect for visit with inquisitive granddaughter. Thanks to KidRated for featuring it. Great service.
This is such a great place to come and have lunch or brunch with the kids and then take the short wander around the far. A real little gem of a place off Hackney road,.