Name: Bath City Farm
Rating: 5.0

Bath City Farm

Kelston View, Whiteway, Bath BA2 1NW, UK

1-90 Years

Description

An urban oasis, Bath City Farm is situated on a beautiful 37-acre site and serves as a working farm, a much-loved charity, and a popular visitor attraction. The farm provides education, training, and therapeutic activities for people in the local community. The site features stunning views over Bath and includes a community café and farm shop, farm animals, children’s playground, woodland, and nature trails. Visitors can explore 37 acres of nature, including fields, woodland, ponds, and enjoy views across Bath. The farm is home to over 1,000 species of flowers, plants, insects, and wildlife, with a nature hunt and trail guide available for £1 from the farm office. Guests can visit a variety of animals, including chickens and ducks, pigs, rare breed sheep, pygmy goats, Shetland ponies Dougie and Dougal, and cows. A

nimals are moved between pens and fields and cared for to maintain biodiversity, with exceptional animal welfare standards maintained for all animals, including those bred for meat. Farm-reared pork and lamb products are available in the café. Entrance is free, though donations are welcome.

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Features

Free
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Things To Do
- Children’s Playground: Popular children’s playground uses wood and tyres to create imaginative play for children. Located next door to the café. Time to go wild and explore.
- Trails: Explore 37 acres of nature, including fields, woodland, ponds, and stunning views across Bath. The Farm is home to over 1,000 species of flowers, plants, insects, and wildlife. Nature hunt and trail guide available for £1 from the Farm office.
- Animals: Visit a variety of chickens and ducks, pigs, various rare breed sheep, pygmy goats, Shetland ponies Dougie and Dougal, and cows. Animals are moved between pens and fields and cared for to maintain biodiversity. Exceptional animal welfare maintained for all animals including those bred for meat. Farm-reared pork and lamb products are available in the Farm café.
Projects for Adults
Roots to Health – Activities to improve mental health for adults.
CRAFTworks – Creative crafting using natural materials from the farm, sessions on Monday mornings and afternoons for women aged 18+, free.
Natural Pathways – Wildlife conservation and nature connection group, Thursdays 10 am–2.30 pm, supporting wellbeing for local adults with low mood, depression, or stress.
Therapeutic Animal Care: Participants help care for Alpacas, Shetland Ponies, Sheep, Goats, Chickens, and Ducks. Activities include feeding, mucking out, collecting eggs, grooming, walking, and health checks. Tasks are provided for different levels of physical mobility.
Therapeutic Gardening: Gardening activities in polytunnels, orchards, flower beds, and raised vegetable beds. Produce is used in the café or made into bouquets for sale. Activities range from seated seed sowing and potting to heavier tasks like weeding and turning compost.
Projects for Children & Families
- After School Club – Thursdays, 4.00–5.30 pm, ages 5–11, free, adventures across 37 acres, activities include looking after animals, cooking, planting seeds, climbing trees, and more. Funded by BBC Children in Need.
- Saturday Club – Saturdays, 10.00–12.00 pm, ages 5–11, £12 per session, bookable by school terms. Activities include treasure hunts, woodland adventures, den-building, animal feeding, craft, games, and more.
- Farm Hands – Youth Volunteering – Tuesdays, 4.00–5.30 pm, ages 11–16, free, caring for farm animals, gardening, supporting farm events, and growing vegetables.
FREE 6-Week AQA Program for Young People: Thursdays for ages 16–25, local to Twerton, Whiteway, and Southdown, free. Gain recognised accredited awards in animal care or similar areas.
Wild Acres: Bespoke alternative provision for children and young people, focusing on building trust, emotional regulation, key skills, self-esteem, and positive future attitudes. Supports participants from reception age up to 18 facing social, emotional, health, or personal challenges.
Events
Sponsored Animal Experience: Join a special “Meet My Sponsored Animal” tour and get up close with one of sponsored animals for a unique, hands-on experience.

Facilities

Have a small car park on-site.
Buy goat, chicken, and duck feed for £1 per bag to feed the animals.
Purchase a nature trail leaflet for £1 and enjoy exploring the trail.
Roots to Work Cafe
Shop
Farm Shop

Website

Contact

Video

Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Birthday Parties – Celebrate at the Farm. Space, Numbers & Activities
- Host your birthday party in indoor timber-framed room:
- Children aged 6+ – up to 15 children
- Children under 6 – up to 10 children (1 carer per child)
- Hire includes – tables and chairs
- The room is a short walk from the car park, with toilets nearby in the main building.
Your Party Food: Please bring your own party food, drinks, cups, plates, and cake knife.
Availability:
- Saturday & Sunday afternoons – 13:30 to 15:30
- Allow 30 minutes to set up and 30 minutes to tidy up at the end of the party.
Price: £155 – includes animal experience and space hire
Add-Ons:
- Pony Grooming (Saturdays only) – £20 for up to 10 children / £30 for up to 15 children. Meet and groom Shetland Ponies Dougie and Dougal in small groups (ages 6+ only)
- Gift of Animal Sponsorship – £15 (small animal) / £25 (large animal) / £30 (alpaca)
Birthday child receives a Sponsorship Pack with certificate, photo, and letter of thanks
Invitation to a special Meet My Sponsored Animal Tour
Book Your Party: Choose your date, select your theme, and complete your booking online. For general enquiries: [email protected]

The Farm:
- Open 9am -4pm: Tuesdays to Saturdays
- Open 9.30am-4pm: Sundays
Cafe: Tuesday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesday–Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, Saturday 9:30 am – 4:00 pm, Sunday 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
The Farm, Cafe, Car Park, and toilets will be closed on Easter Sunday (31st March).

Address: Kelston View, Whiteway, Bath BA2 1NW, UK

Post Code: BA2 1NW

Council: Bath and North East

County: Somerset and Bristol

Have a small car park on-site.
Walking: The farm is a short stroll from the Two Tunnels Greenway, with footpaths connecting Twerton High Street and Bath City FC. Some paths can be uneven or muddy and are not recommended for pushchairs.
By Bus
- Take the No.5 First Group bus to Mount Road, walk down the hill and turn left into Kelston View, or
- Take the bus to Whiteway Circle, walk down North Way, and turn right for the farm.
By Train: The nearest station is Oldfield Park. Trains from Bath Spa to Bristol stop here. From the station, it’s a 20-minute walk. For live travel updates, visit National Rail.
By Bike: Secure bike stands are available at the farm. The farm is a 5-minute cycle from the Two Tunnels cycle path.
By Car: Visitors are encouraged to walk, cycle, or use public transport where possible. A small car park is available but can fill quickly. Please be considerate when parking on surrounding streets.