Summer school holiday fun at Hahndorf Farm Barn

If you're looking for a fun family day out these Summer school holidays, look no further than Hahndorf Farm Barn!

A stone’s throw from the picturesque township of Hahndorf, just a short drive up the freeway from Adelaide, Hahndorf Farm Barn is a unique blend of a children’s farmyard and wildlife park offering an unforgettable adventure these Spring school holidays.

Here you can safely hold, touch, and feed most of the animals, ensuring a delightful experience for all the family. With an array of activities for kids, from milking a cow to riding a pony, you’ll find endless opportunities for quality family time.

Get up close to friendly farm animals

At Hahndorf Farm Barn, you and the kiddos can get up close and personal with a variety of friendly farm animals. Watch as your kids cuddle baby rabbits, guinea pigs, and chicks. You’ll find sheeps and goats peacefully grazing in the paddocks, and with baby lambs being born every three months, there are always adorable little ones to pat and bottle feed.

Quality family time in the countryside

With plenty of activities to enjoy, you can explore this charming country farm whilst creating cherished memories with your family. Let the kids be kids; bring along your own picnic or savor a BBQ in the covered picnic and BBQ area while taking in the views. Wander through the farm together, and watch as the kiddos have a blast in the playground and sandpit.

Educational and entertaining

A visit to Hahndorf Farm Barn is not only about fun and entertainment—it’s also an educational experience. Engage with the knowledgeable team to learn about the animals, from their birth and growth to their daily life on the farm. Children will gain valuable insights into farm animals and farm life through engaging shows and presentations led by the passionate farmers.

Hands-on farm experiences

Milk a cow, enjoy a pony ride, bottle feed baby lambs, and interact with camels and donkeys—these are just a few of the unforgettable experiences awaiting your kids! The Farm Barn even boasts a fleet of kid-sized excavators and ride-on tractors, giving children a taste of what it’s like to operate real farm machinery.

Make this Summer school holiday one to remember at Hahndorf Farm Barn! Don’t miss out on this opportunity for family fun and learning in the heart of Adelaide’s countryside.


For more information:

farmbarn.com.au

 

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