LONDONFAMILIES
Animals, farms & zoos
Also see Nature Reserves
Central London; East London; North London; West London; Outer London North; Outer London West; Outer London South
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| London Aquarium | The London Aquarium is housed in what used to be County Hall. This is a good rainy day activity, not so great on a nice day as there is no natural light. | London Aquarium |
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London Zoo |
Regents Park. This of course is the most famous zoo in and around London. Not much more to add...
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London Zoo |
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| Hackney City Farm |
The Farm is home to a variety of animals ranging from the little Degus to the big Donkey. Walking into the Yard you will find geese and turkeys parading around, accompanied by ducks, of all breeds & chickens, of all sizes and colours, including breeds such as the Bantam and Brahms. There is also a family friendly cafe here as well as art classes.
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Hackney City farm |
| Lee Valley Park Farm |
Meet friendly farm animals in a traditional farmyard setting, have fun in the adventure playground and meet small animals and reptiles in the Pet Centre. Picnic in the Tudor barn or have a bite to eat in the tearoom. Visit the working farm where you can watch the farmer milking the cows every afternoon.
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Lee Valley |
| Mudchute Farm |
In Docklands, this farm houses a wide variety of farmyard animals for people of all ages to enjoy. In addition to the goats, Mudchute also has sheep, pigs, horses, cows, ducks, geese and dogs. |
Mudchute Farm |
| Spitalfields City Farm | An urban oasis, the farm keeps a selection of farm and pet animals and has developed gardens and growing areas in every available space. | Spitalfields City Farm |
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Stepping Stones Farm |
Stepping Stones in Stepney has a full range of farm animals, a shop and café where a variety of home-produce can be purchased and consumed.
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Stepping Stones farm |
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Freightliners City Farm |
The Farm has a wide variety of animals ranging from rare breed pigs & goats to new born lambs and chicks. Farm staff can show you how to make cheese, yogurt or ice cream. Learn how the wool from sheep can be cleaned, spun and then woven or knitted so that you can wear jumpers to keep you warm in Winter
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Freightliners City Farm |
| West London | ||
| Syon Park | In this large estate is the London Butterfly House and the Aquatic Experience. Apart from animal life there is Syon House itself, gardens, a garden centre and an indoor children's play centre (Snakes and Ladders). |
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| Hounslow Urban Farm | Hounslow Urban Farm is London's largest community farm and the only Rare Breeds Approved Conservation Centre in the capital. It covers 29 acres. | Hounslow Urban farm |
| Outer London: North | ||
| Mead Open Farm, Leighton Buzzard | Plenty of animals to see as well as fun indoor & outdoor play areas. | Mead Open farm |
| Paradise Wildlife Park, Broxbourne, Herts | A fairly large, well kept zoo. There is also a very large play area. | Paradise Wildlife Park |
| Standalone Farm, Letchworth, Hertfordshire | A fairly small farm. As well as a good children's playground there are also some nice footpaths around the farm for those who want to have a longer stretch of their legs. | Standalone farm |
| Whipsnade Zoo | Whipsnade is a zoo in a park environment. As well as all the usual animals, there are also shows to watch such as the sealions. | Whipsnade |
| Willows Farm, London Colney | Located at London Colney, this farm is great for the younger age group. It is not cheap but once in, you don't have to pay for any activities including a boat ride, trampolines and 'gold' panning. There is a touching barn, sheep goats etc as well as some fun stuff to watch such as sheep racing! | Willows Farm |
| Woburn Safari Park | This is one of those parks that you drive around and look at the animals from the comfort of your car. There are plenty of other things to do there as well. | Woburn Safari Park |
| Woodside Animal Farm, Luton | As well as all the animals, this farm has many other activities to kep you occupied for the day, such as: electric tractor play area, indoor soft play area helter skelter, teacup ride and coconut shy | Woodside Farm |
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| Odds Farm Park |
A visit to Odds Farm
Park provides an opportunity to meet many rare and
interesting animals - and have a great day out at any time of the
year. The park was created with children in mind, providing lots
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Odds Farm Park |
| Outer London South |
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| Bocketts Farm | Bocketts farm in Leatherhead is a working family farm with old and modern breeds of animals and lots of other attractions. A great day out | Bocketts Farm |
| Horton Park Children's Farm | In Epsom, Surrey, at Horton you can meet a llama, stroke baby pigs, and cuddle rabbits. Also there is a maze and aplay area | Horton park |
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