Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm Review: A Family Day Out With a Toddler
Our family visit to Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm was gifted in exchange for content. As always, everything shared in this review is based on our genuine experience.
Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm review
Finding a family day out that works for children of different ages isn’t always easy—especially when you have a toddler who wants to explore everything!
We recently visited Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm in Ormskirk, Lancashire, with our one-year-old Charlie. It was our first visit, and we had such a lovely family day together.
Farmer Ted’s combines animals, indoor and outdoor play, live activities and the UK’s only Shaun the Sheep attraction. There is enough to keep children entertained for several hours, while the mixture of indoor and outdoor areas means the unpredictable Lancashire weather doesn’t necessarily have to spoil your plans.
Here is our honest Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm review, including what there is to do, whether it is suitable for toddlers and the practical things families should know before visiting.
Where is Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm?
Ormskirk and Formby.
The address is:
Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm
Flatman’s Lane
Downholland
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 7HW
It is approximately ten minutes from the M58 and M57, making it accessible from Lancashire, Liverpool and other parts of the North West.
Free visitor parking is available on site, which makes arriving with children, a pushchair and everything else that comes with a family day out much easier.
Our first impressions
Farmer Ted’s felt welcoming and family-friendly from the moment we arrived. There was plenty to explore, but the attraction didn’t feel so enormous that we were constantly rushing from one end to the other.
With Charlie only being one, we wanted a day that allowed him to move around, see animals and join in without every activity being designed for much older children.
Farmer Ted’s worked well for that. He could enjoy looking at everything around him, while we could take the day at a relaxed pace instead of trying to fit in a strict itinerary.
What is there to do at Farmer Ted’s?
areas and scheduled activities. What is running can vary, so it is worth checking the activity timetable when you arrive.
The main attractions include:
● Farm animals
● Shaun the Sheep Adventure
● Indoor soft play
● Outdoor play areas
● Pedal tractors
● An undercover sandpit
● A large wooden adventure maze
● The Mini Beasts Centre
● Birds of prey
● The educational ED Shed
● Tractor and seasonal barrel rides
The outdoor play areas include climbing frames, rope bridges, swings and plenty of space for children to run around.
The large wooden maze has different possible routes, with hidden doors that allow the layout to be changed regularly. This is a lovely addition for older children who want a challenge beyond the traditional farm activities.
Meeting the animals
to see farm animals up close and introduce younger visitors to all the different sights and sounds of a working farm environment.
For a toddler, simply stopping to look at each animal can be just as exciting as the larger attractions. We allowed plenty of time for Charlie to take everything in rather than trying to hurry him around.
There are handwashing facilities around the farm, so make sure everyone washes their hands properly after visiting the animal areas and before eating.
Is Farmer Ted’s suitable for toddlers?
Yes, we found Farmer Ted’s suitable for a one-year-old, although the amount your toddler can physically take part in will naturally depend on their confidence and development.
There is a separate indoor play area intended for children under four, as well as lots for toddlers to watch and explore around the farm.
Charlie enjoyed being part of the day and taking in everything happening around him. At this age, a successful day out doesn’t need to involve lots of complicated activities. Having space to explore, animals to see and plenty of different things capturing his attention was enough.
The site is mainly on one level and can be explored with a pushchair. Some outdoor areas may naturally become muddy or more difficult to navigate during wet weather, so suitable footwear is a good idea.
Shaun the Sheep Adventure
One feature that makes Farmer Ted’s different from other farm attractions is its Shaun the Sheep Adventure.
Farmer Ted’s has partnered with Aardman, the creators of Shaun the Sheep and Wallace & Gromit, to bring Shaun and his friends to the North West.
The themed area adds something extra to the traditional farm experience and makes the day particularly exciting for children who already recognise the characters.
It also creates some brilliant family photograph opportunities, so make sure you have enough phone storage before visiting!
Indoor and outdoor play
One of the biggest advantages of Farmer Ted’s is having things to do both inside and outside.
The outdoor areas allow children to climb, play and burn off some energy, while the indoor play areas give families somewhere to continue the day if the weather changes.
As anyone living in the North West knows, having a reliable indoor option is always reassuring when planning a family day out.
The under-four play section is particularly useful for families visiting with babies and toddlers, as it gives younger children their own age-appropriate space away from the larger play equipment.
Food, drinks and picnics
Farmer Ted’s has an onsite restaurant called Farmer Ted’s Grill, serving meals and drinks during the day. Food is normally served until approximately one hour before the attraction closes.
Additional kiosks may open during busy periods and school holidays.
Families are also welcome to bring their own picnic, with dedicated outdoor tables available. That is useful if you are trying to keep the cost of your day down or have a child with allergies, intolerances or particular food preferences.
Menus and opening arrangements can change, so check the current information before your visit if you plan to eat there.
Accessibility and pushchairs
Farmer Ted’s says the main site is on one level and accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs, although some grassy areas may become muddy in wet weather.
There is Blue Badge parking close to the entrance, accessible toilet provision and space for wheelchairs and pushchairs around the animal activity areas. Wheelchairs can also be borrowed, although advance booking is recommended.
Pushchairs cannot be taken onto the tractor ride, but there is an area where they can be left while families take part.
If anyone in your family has specific access requirements, I would recommend contacting Farmer Ted’s before visiting so the team can advise you properly.
How long should you spend at Farmer Ted’s?
I would allow most of the day, particularly if your children want to use both the play areas and watch the scheduled activities.
Arriving reasonably close to opening gives you time to look at the day’s timetable and decide which activities you don’t want to miss.
With a toddler, it is also helpful to leave yourself plenty of time for snack breaks, nappy changes and slower moments without feeling that you need to rush.
How much are Farmer Ted’s tickets?
and any seasonal events taking place. At the time of writing, Farmer Ted’s advertises a family of four visiting from £57, with children under one admitted free.
Charlie had already turned one when we visited, so families with children around the same age should check the age categories carefully when booking.
I recommend checking the official Farmer Ted’s website for the latest prices, opening dates and availability rather than relying on older prices shared online.
Our honest verdict
We had such a lovely day at Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm.
The combination of animals, indoor and outdoor play and activities made it feel like a complete family day out rather than somewhere we would only visit for an hour or two.
Most importantly for us, it worked well with Charlie at one. He had plenty to look at and explore, and we could enjoy the day at our own pace.
I would recommend Farmer Ted’s to families looking for a toddler-friendly day out in Lancashire, particularly if you want somewhere offering a mixture of animals and play.
We would happily visit again, especially to experience one of the farm’s seasonal events as Charlie gets older.
Tips for visiting Farmer Ted’s
Before you go:
● Book online and check the current opening calendar.
● Look at the activity timetable when you arrive.
● Take wellies or suitable shoes if the weather has been wet.
● Bring a pushchair for younger toddlers who may tire.
● Pack spare clothes because farm and play activities can get messy.
● Bring your own picnic if you want to reduce the cost of the day.
● Leave enough time to enjoy both the animals and play areas.
● Check the website for seasonal events that may require different tickets.
You can find current ticket prices, opening dates and visitor information on the official Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm website.
Have you visited Farmer Ted’s with your family? Let me know which part your children enjoyed most.
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