10 fun farm trips in Northern Ireland to take with children
By Deirdre MacMahon
Published 3rd Mar 2023, 11:43 BST
It is no secret that Northern Ireland offers some of the most beautiful breathtaking countryside and is home to many rural animals.
Weekends and school holidays are a great opportunity for families to have fun and spend time together, but they also provide children with a fantastic opportunity to learn.
Farm trips can offer children a great way to burn off energy in an environment where they can experience the fresh air of the countryside, all whilst spending quality time with their family.
Here are are some of the best farm experiences in Northern Ireland for the whole family to enjoy.
Here are are some of the best farm experiences in Northern Ireland for the whole family to enjoy.
9. Kilcreggan Urban Farms, Carrickfergus
Kilcreggan Urban Farms were established over 20 years ago, emerging from a small seed planted. The result is a free visitors attraction, which operates as a social firm engaging service users in all aspects of running a busy urban farm and garden centre. There are many animals to view such as rabbits, poultry, ponies, waterfowl, geese and other small pets. Photo: Pexels
10. Jubilee Farm, Larne
Jubilee Farm is a Christian creation care organisation promoting care farming, community-supported agriculture (CSA) and conservation education for people of all beliefs. It is the first community owned farm in NI as well as offering click and collect shopping on fresh organic farm food such as veg boxes. You can also visit the farm by private appointment, and tours and workshops are offered on site. Photo: Pexels