February Fun & Frolics at Kent Life – 11th – 19th February 2023

by | Feb 8, 2023 | Families, What's On?, Where to go locally

Wrap up warm, pull on the wellies and join us this February Half Term for a packed programme of activities!

You can meet plenty of animals such as pigs, sheep, ponies, goats, and alpacas, join in with the feeding sessions – and see some of our smaller animals in our Farmyard Friends area.

Take time to visit the Kent Owl Academy who are not only home to owls, but you can also meet the Meerkat family too! If the weathers on side, you can also enjoy a fantastic owl flying demonstration.

There’s an array of Farmer themed shows in our Big Top too (taking place three times a day!) – all undercover, and perfect for a little rest from exploring the site.

Step back in time and visit the Vintage Village, from the Victorian Petts Farmhouse, through to WW2 Lenham Cottages, or enjoy the 1950s Sandling Farmhouse. There’s both indoor and outdoor play areas, fun farm rides, a fun wooden hunt with a sweet treat and the chance to get arty in our Paint-a-Pot studio.

Before you head home, why not warm up in Dotty’s Tea Room and enjoy a great selection of home-made cakes and other tasty meals and snacks, or visit the Pizza Garden for delicious wood-fired pizza.

Ticket prices: Adult: £10, Child (aged 2-15): £10, Family (2+2): £36, Under 2s: Free, Kent Life Members: FREE

The itinerary and opening times can be found here: https://kentlife.org.uk/event/february-fun-frolics/

Photos credit: Kent Life Heritage Farm Park

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