


Open: The farm is open 10am to 3.30pm daily. Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be on a lead. History buffs should be sure to look out for the graves of some prominent figures, including Edgar Allan Poe illustrator James Carling and Robert Tressell, author of The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists. Sheep at Rice Lane City Farm (Image: Trinity Mirror NW2) Take part in activities such as bottle-feeding calves and lamb. The farm is a traditional working Victorian farm set within the grounds of Croxteth Hall and Country Park. Get close to all the animals - Croxteth Park Farm has a wide variety of rare breed animals including cows, pigs, horses, sheep and lambs. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some great kid-friendly farms for you to try. Many farms have outdoor play areas and places to go for food too, so you can make a day of it.

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READ MORE: Kids can eat free or for £1 at Asda, Morrisons, Dunelm and more during the summer holidays From petting farms to adventure parks, there are some great places in Liverpool and beyond to take the kids to for a special treat - especially if they love animals and want to get up close to them. With the summer holidays just around the corner, a visit to the farm makes for a fun family day out and provides a chance for your little ones to learn more about animals. There are few things better than getting out and about and spending time with the little ones.
