THE BEST FARM DAY OUT IN ESSEX

Create incredible memories with hands-on, personalised experiences at our beautiful farm.

OPENING HOURS

Monday to Sunday: 
  • Pre booked experiences only
  • Limited experiences on offer 
  • No general petting farm entry until February 2025

OPENING HOURS

Monday to Sunday: 
  • Pre booked experiences only
  • Limited experiences on offer 
  • No general petting farm entry until February 2025

THE GROUNDS

THE GROUNDS

Stantons Farm is based in Black Notley, a small civil parish in the heart of the Essex countryside, approximately 1.5 miles south of Braintree. The farm can trace its origins back to the 12th century and is originally thought to have comprised of 250 acres and farmed both livestock and arable throughout its history.

Whilst a number of the original farmstead buildings remain on the site, the estate was split up in the 1960s and some of the agricultural buildings and a large proportion of the land are now under different possession.

OUR FACILITIES

OUTDOOR EDUCATION AREA

Learning doesn't have to mean sitting inside a classroom.

Introducing our new outdoor education area - featuring a large climbing frame, toilet/hand washing facilities, animal holding stalls and picnic area.

THE SNACK SHACK

A selection of hot and cold food, drinks and snacks are available to purchase from our Snack Shack.

We also offer vegan, vegetarian and dairy free options.

A full up-to-date allergen menu is available on site.

THE GIFT SHOP

We have a range of toys and products some of which are made from the fleece of our very own alpacas; including socks, scarves and plush alpaca teddies.

Let the kids choose what they want with pocket money priced toys, all farm orientated to remember your visit with us.

THE PLAYGROUND

Grab yourself some peace and quiet whilst the kids run wild on our farm themed play equipment.

We have two play areas on our farm, an adventure playground situated next to the education area and also a farm themed play area for the younger crowd.

Picnic areas are also located in both play areas with hand washing stations.  

 

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

EXPERIENCES

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Alpaca Walking Experience

Come and walk our wonderful alpacas through our beautiful farm

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VIP Farmer Experience

Become a farmer for the morning by learning about animal husbandry through feeding, grooming and managing all 12 species of animal

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VIP Farm Tour – Guided Petting Farm Experience

Take part in a fully interactive petting farm experience where you are able to feed ten species of animal With Luxury animal feed supplied (different to general petting farm food).

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