The Best Animal Attractions and Activities in Nottingham

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There is something truly special about the joy that children take in meeting, feeding, petting and cuddling animals. While many of us have dogs, cats, hamsters or guinea pigs at home, it's not every day you get to meet a pig, a sheep, a llama or a Pygmy goat.

Nottingham is full of great animal attractions and activities including farms, horse riding and adventure parks. We've put together a list of some of the best for children who just love all creatures great and small.

Farms

Floralands Garden Centre Farm Park
Catfoot Lane, Lambley
01159 268137
Website: www.floralands.co.uk

Farm Park at Floralands Garden Centre is home to a heap of animals to meet and greet, including llamas, alpacas, donkeys, pygmy goats, sheep and pigs, plus play equipment and even ride-on tractors!



White Post Farm
Mansfield Road, Farnsfield
01623 882977
Website: http://whitepostfarm.co.uk

White Post Farm is the place to go to see and learn more about chicks, llamas, rabbits, cows, pigs, sheep, ponies, donkeys and lots more animals. Along with all the cuddly animals living at the centre, you’ll find a great outdoor play area, a walk-in aviary, mini golf and even an indoor play with a bouncing castle, sandpit and mini farm – more than enough activities to keep the kids amused.



Stonebridge City Farm
Stonebridge Road, St Anns, Nottingham
01159 505113
Website: www.stonebridgecityfarm.com

At Stonebridge City Farm, entry is completely free and a lovely space in which to pet and feed a huge number of animals, including cows, sheep, goats, plus the rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks and turkeys. There are various species of birds and insects to be spotted, plus opportunities to learn about growing your very own fruits and vegetables.



Ferry Farm
Boat Lane, Hoveringham
01159 664512
Website: www.ferryfarm.co.uk

With a huge range of activities, including animal handling, an adventure playground, soft play and a restaurant on site, Ferry Farm is an ideal family outing for children who just can’t resist cuddling their favourite cute animals.

Horseriding

Nottingham is an absolute haven for horseriding, and there are no shortage of places to go if your child or children just love everything equine. Nottingham boasts some of the best riding schools and facilities in the country, including Woodside Riding School , Fairview Farm Equestrian and St Leonard’s Riding School , just to name a few.



Adventure and Theme Parks

Animal Adventure at Wheelgate Park
White Post, Farnsfield, Newwark
01623 882773
Website: wheelgatepark.com

Wheelgate Park has a dedicated family farm that incorporates over 10,000 square foot of undercover fun. There is the Big Red Barn, home to goats, ponies, donkeys and pigs, plus the Reptile House and Cute Animal Barn. There are Wheelgate Keepers on hand to show you how to handle the animals correctly and a range of activities on offer during the week and on weekends.



For more family friendly activities in the area, read more at our dedicated Nottingham Mums Group page here .

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