Visit Dales Farm
Join us for an action-packed farm day out the whole family will enjoy.
Follow the nature trail and discover all our friendly farm animals, both big and small (and fluffy). With our jumping pillow, sandpit, go-karts and exciting play areas to explore, your little ones will enjoy endless entertainment at Dales Farm.
As if that wasn’t enough, your entry fee also helps provide life-changing experiences for people with learning disabilities, many of whom also help out on the farm.
For the wellbeing of our animals, dogs aren’t permitted on Dales Farm or in the picnic and play areas. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the other areas of Ferring Country Centre. Fully registered assistance dogs in a harness are always welcome.
We offer free entry for carers accompanying a guest who requires support. To qualify, please present valid proof of eligibility to a member of staff on arrival. Accepted forms of evidence include a Compass Card, Gateway Card, i-Go Card, or a DLA letter.
Book a DALES FARM visit online
RELATED PRODUCTS
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Open Day Family Ticket
£32.00 -
Open Day Single Ticket
£10.00 -
£50 – Firewalk Registration
£50.00 -
£35 – Firewalk Registration
£35.00 -
Sponsor a chicken!
£45.00 -
Dales Farm Entry – All Day Ticket
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Dales Farm Entry – All Day Ticket for 4 People
£28.00 Read more -
Dales Farm Entry – Twilight Ticket
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Exclusive Shetland Pony Experience
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Goat Interaction sessions
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Pony Rides
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Annual Farm Pass for One Person
£75.00 -
Annual Farm Pass for Two People
£125.00 -
Annual Farm Pass for Three People
£175.00 -
Annual Farm Pass for Four People
£225.00 -
Annual Farm Pass for Five People
£250.00
Farm activities for all
Our animals
Nature trail
Picnic & play area
Pick up a selection of goodies in the Rangers Café or bring your own food and settle down in our picnic area. Afterwards, kids can burn off some energy clambering in our play area.
Jumping pillow
Kids Parties
Book a children’s birthday party at the very heart of our countryside farm. Leave the details to us – simply turn up with a cake and watch as the kids enjoy the animals and outdoor play.
Book your visit and discover Dales Farm
Visiting us
- Single farm entry - £7.50 (under 2s free)
- Family farm entry (4 people) - £28
- Twilight entry (after 3.30pm) - £5.50
- Carers go free – simply show us a form of ID on arrival.
For group bookings, please contact us to arrange.
Ticket Information
All tickets are non-refundable, so please check your date carefully when booking.
If, for any reason, you wish to transfer your ticket to another date, we are able to do this if you provide us with more than 48 hours notice.
Should you need to transfer your ticket, please contact us with your name, order number, date you wish to transfer your ticket to and a contact number.
A single administration cost of £1.50 will be charged for this service. We will then phone back, confirm the changes and process the £1.50 fee
Adopt a Dales Farm animal
Directly supporting all that we do at Ferring Country Centre, our adoption packages offer the chance to sponsor your very own animal here on Dales Farm.
By adopting, you’re contributing towards your animal’s food, bedding and healthcare. You’ll receive a certificate of adoption, photo of your chosen animal, a fact sheet, and thank you letter to make it all official.
Our Bronze, Silver or Gold packages are available to suit different budgets. Choose from our basic package or enhanced options, which include a cuddly toy and even a meet and greet experience with your special animal.
Frequently asked questions
What are Dales Farm’s opening hours?
How much does farm entry cost?
Single farm entry is £7.50 and under 2s go free. We also offer a family ticket (4 people) for £28 and twilight entry (after 3.30pm) for £5.50. Visit our tickets page to book. Carers go free – simply show us a form of ID when you arrive.
Do you offer concessions for groups, like schools or OAPs and community groups?
We offer bookings for groups and schools. Support staff go free. Please contact us to arrange your group booking.
How accessible is the farm?
We have disabled parking bays located near to the entrance and the farm itself is accessible for wheelchair users.
As we’re a rural setting, we have some gravel and stoney paths on the farm’s nature trail. This might make it a bit tricky for some self-propelled wheelchairs. Contact us before your visit if you want to talk about any specific requirements.
What footwear should I wear on the farm?
Can I feed and touch the animals?
Please avoid feeding the animals on Dales Farm, even grass, as they could be on special diets. Rest assured they receive all the food and care they need from us to keep them happy and healthy.
Most of our animals are friendly and if they approach you to say “hello”, they might enjoy a gentle stroke between the ears. If the animal turns away for any reason, it’s their way of saying “no thanks”. Please respect their space – even the friendliest of animals can nip if they’re uncomfortable. Sometimes, we’ll ask you not to touch certain animals and this will be clearly indicated by signs on their enclosures. This helps ensure their comfort and your safety.
Don’t forget to wash your hands thoroughly before and after interacting with the animals to maintain good hygiene and prevent the spread of germs.
If you’d like to get a bit more hands-on, you can book a pony experience, a guinea pig experience and keeper for the day experience. Find out more and book one of our animal experiences via our online shop.
Can I take my dog onto Dales Farm?
Are there any rules for using the jumping pillow?
Yes. These rules of use keep everyone safe whilst bouncing:
- Maximum number of 20 users at one time
- Not recommended for children under 24 months
- Children must be supervised by an adult at all times
- Wear socks – if you forget, we have socks with grip soles for sale in the visitor centre
- No somersaults, cartwheels or rough play
- No shoes allowed
- No hard or sharp objects allowed
- Always stay 1.5 metres away from other users
- Keep your feet below your waist
- No food, drinks or chewing gum allowed
- Be considerate to other users, especially younger children
- No jumping or bouncing within 1.5 metres of the edge of the pillow
- Please take care during and after rainfall, as the surface might be slippery
- Exit with care
- Do not throw sand/rubber surfacing
- This equipment cannot be used during inflation/deflation
Ferring Country Centre takes no responsibility for injuries to any person not abiding by the above rules of use whilst using this equipment.
