Farm Tours in the UK: the 10 Best Days Out

1.Farm Attraction – Highland Cows, Animal Feeding, Wholesome fun!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $16Our pick

Meet Highland cows, goats, sheep, pigs, and poultry at a family farm near Jedburgh, with den building, Roman fort views, and seasonal treats.

“Fantastic day out which was made better by the beautiful weather. The farmer and the lady in the shop were very friendly and so informative. We got lots of time with the highland cows to take photos and interact and learned a lot about them. Feeding the goats and visiting the other animals was a great bonus.”

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2.Liverpool Music Icons Tour led by a member of 90s band The Farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Review of Liverpool’s Music Icons Tour with The Farm’s Peter Hooton, covering venues, studios, local stories, price, pace, and practical tips.

“Best day out - as a family of 7 siblings we took our oldest brother as part of his 60th birthday celebrations - we were not disappointed. We learnt so much about the Liverpool music scene, and Liverpool in general. Peter was so knowledgeable on everything - absolutely fantastic day out - I don’t recommend many things, but this, I do.”

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3.Guided Hebridean Farm Hike near Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Scotland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Explore a working hill farm near Tobermory with wildflowers, ponies, sheep, sea views, and a friendly guide on this gentle 90-minute hike.

“Karen is lovely! My tour exposed me to beautiful views of surrounding isles and and waterways plus she is well educated in local Hortaculture and history i would gladly take this tour mutiple times my words cant express what my heart and mind experienced Also her husband teaches natural stone wall Construction. It is truely a MUST on your travel list plan to return asap mark hankins”

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4.2-Hour Alpaca Farm Experience in Kenilworth

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Get close to alpacas in Kenilworth with feeding, cuddling, photos, and a farm walk, plus practical tips on price, children, weather, and booking.

“perfect day out! amazing host and lovely animals! all what you need for spending nice day with family and friends. highly recommend”

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5.Makars Mushroom Farm Summerhall Tour with DIY Block Making

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12 reviews · 1 hour · from $13Best value

Tour Edinburgh’s underground Makars Mushroom Farm, learn Lion’s Mane cultivation, and make a mushroom block to grow at home.

“Really enjoyed the informal but excellent tour- getting the real experience of growing these amazing fungi.Highly recommend”

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6.Liverpool: Music Icons Tour with 90s band ‘The Farm’

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $80

Walk Liverpool with The Farm’s Pete Hooton or Keith Mullin, visiting music landmarks, rehearsal rooms, pubs, and 90s hotspots.

“Brilliant tour with Keith. Loads of interesting detail and nearly 3 hours of friendly chat. A great mix of music and Liverpool history. Highly recommended”

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7.Private Downton Abbey Tour, including Bampton, Cogges Farm, and Highclere

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $761

Visit Downton Abbey filming sites in Bampton, Cogges Farm, and Highclere Castle on a private London tour with hotel pickup.

“Our tour guide Dewi was very knowledgeable about the whole tour. We learned things we wouldn't of if there were many people.”

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8.Errichel Farm Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $19

Meet and feed rare-breed animals at Errichel Farm near Aberfeldy on a friendly one-hour tour for families and curious food lovers.

“Lovely visit to the farm and to feed the wonderful animals was an amazing experience would definitely recommend booking a tour.”

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9.Durham: Adventure Valley Farm Park Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5 reviews · 1 day · from $22

Adventure Valley in Durham offers farm animals, indoor play, tractor rides, go-karts, shows, and all-weather fun for families.

“Kids loved the go karts and jelly belly’s could do with something more for the older kids but was still a good day out. As a pensioner taking the grandkids it’s not a cheap day out should maybe have a discount for pensioners.”

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10.Isle of Arran: Exclusive Private Farm Tour with the Farmer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours

Review of Bellevue Farm’s private Arran tour with farmer Ailsa, animal feeding, Highland cows, island views, whisky barley, and practical tips.

“I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful Ailsa was. This lady makes the world just a little more brighter just for being in it. We found out so much we did not know. For example - did you know why hens eat stones... no..I am not going to tell you. To be able to go around the farm with one of the owners was just the most amazing experience ever. What a knowledgeable, friendly, amazing woman who radiates happiness. We have been in Arran since Monday and I can honestly say that today was the best day ever. I am recovering from cancer and I wanted to find something…”

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