Our Patron

We are very privileged to have The Duchess of Norfolk, Georgina Fitzalan-Howard as our Patron. The Duchess of Norfolk became our Patron in April 2018, following a visit here.

The Duchess felt that our ethos encompassed her love of both the countryside, and animals.

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Winston's Story

Winston told us about what he does day-to-day in our Garden Centre, and what he enjoys about coming to our Centre.
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Josh's Story

Josh takes part in a work enablement programme, and is learning about animal husbandry on Dales Farm
Pete's Story

Pete volunteers in our stables

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Our Management

We are united by a shared passion for adults with learning disabilities holding rewarding and fulfilling lives, creating positive futures.
Our Trustees

To ensure a continued strategic direction, Ferring Country Centre has a Board of Trustees, who all bring their own knowledge, skills and passion to benefit the Charity.

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Do you believe everyone should have the opportunity to play socially valued roles in society and are you passionate about building a brighter future for all?
Dales Farm

All year round families can enjoy a visit where they will meet our ponies, donkey’s, pigs, goats, alpacas, ducks, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, and much more.
Entry Fees

Admission to the farm areas is £3.50 per person (under 2's go free). Last entry is at 3pm. Annual Farm passes are also available.
Who We Are

Ferring Country Centre is a local, independent charity providing meaningful training and work experience for people with learning disabilities.
Rangers Café

Our fantastic café is a bright, cheerful place serving home-made cakes and freshly prepared snacks. We are proud of our 5 star Food Standards Agency hygiene.
What We Do

We enable adults with learning disabilities to unlock their full potential
Opening times

The Centre is open to the General Public 7 days a week from 9:00am to 4:00pm Monday - Saturday and 10:00am-4:00pm Sundays and Bank Holidays. You can visit Dales Farm, Café, Children’s Play Areas and Garden Centre during these hours, the admission fee only applies to the farm areas.
Garden Centre

The Garden Centre grows a comprehensive range of top quality plants and vegetables, all for sale to the general public at very competitive prices.
The Farm

Want to learn animal husbandry skills in a farm setting?
How to Find us - We are Located in the Village of Ferring

Ferring Country Centre is situated in the small village of Ferring to the west of Worthing, amongst beautiful countryside, nestling within the conservation area of the Rife.