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Tuck Box Trail

This tour of the farm animals and buildings investigates the origins of the types of food to be found daily in the children’s lunch boxes. The demonstrator’s own lunch box is carried on the tour to discover how many items of food can be linked to their origins at the farm.

Links with Science Units 2A: Health and Growth, 3A: Teeth and Eating, History Unit 2: Houses and Homes, and the Children’s Food Bill.

Available throughout the year.  Approx time 1hour

Care of Animals

Children are involved in a discussion comparing the basic needs of animals and humans. Various aspects of animal care are considered using examples of small animals and farm animals, exploring their housing, feeding and welfare. Comparisons between wild and domestic animals are made.

Links with Science Unit 4B: Habitats and Citizenship Unit 03: Animals and Us.

Available throughout the year.  Approx time 1 hour

Nursery Rhymes

A tour of the farm suitable for children who are learning their nursery rhymes. Areas, animals and objects on the farm are linked to relevant nursery rhymes where the rhyme is sung or recited on the spot.  A list of rhymes used is sent with each booking.

Available throughout the year.  Approx time 1 hour

General Tours

A general tour of the Mansion House, Servants' Quarters, Museum or Farm can also be booked as a standalone activity or combined with your selection of demonstrations.

Available throughout the year.  Approx time 45 minutes