Name: Farmer Palmers
Rating: 5.0

Farmer Palmers

Farmer Palmer's Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset BH16 6EU, UK

Paid

Description

Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park is Dorset’s award-winning, family-run attraction designed for children aged 0–8 years. The park offers a mix of indoor and outdoor play, animal encounters, and seasonal events, making it a perfect family day out in all weather. Indoor highlights include the Little Farmers Fun Barn with slides and tunnels, a large Soft Play Zone, the Inside Bouncy Castle, and Straw Mountain with straw bale climbs and slides. Outdoor fun features the World of Dinosaur Roar Trail, Bumpy Tractor-Trailer Rides, pedal tractors and go-karts, sand and water play, traditional playgrounds, a Wendy House area, outdoor bouncy castle, Trim Trail, Duck Pond, animal pens, and the seasonal Maize Maze.

Animals are central to the experience, with daily activities such as Alpaca Chatter, Goat Feeding, Pig Racing, and the Deer Feeding Experience (March–October). Visitors can also meet cows, ponies, donkeys, guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens, and ducks, all cared for under Defra’s Five Freedoms guidance. Events run throughout the year. Admission until 26 September is £21.00 at the gate or £18.00 online for adults and children aged 3+, while children under 2 enter free.

If you are looking for Best Children's Farms in Poole, Dorset then you can visit Farmer Palmers. Farmer Palmers is one of the places in Poole Dorset for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park: It is packed with fun-filled play and lots of cute and friendly animals! Attractions are designed specifically with under 8’s in mind and guaranteed to keep little ones entertained throughout the visit. There is plenty of play, giving all the benefits of fresh air and exercise please dress for the weather.
Dorset Farm Park – A Warm Welcome: An award-winning team provides a kind and friendly welcome.
Animal Activities: A daily timetable of animal events is available at reception. Visitors are encouraged to arrive at demonstration areas 5 minutes early.
- Pig Racing – Cheer on Racing Rosie, Greedy Gary, Dizzy Daizy, Burping Berty, or Percy Plodder.
- Deer Feeding Experience – A unique opportunity to hand-feed Red Deer (March–Sept/Oct).
- Alpaca Chatter, Goat Feeding, and other interactive sessions.
Indoor Play: Perfect for cooler or rainy days, indoor play areas include:
- Little Farmers Fun Barn – Climb, slide, and explore with a sensory tunnel.
- Soft Play Zone – A variety of obstacles for energetic fun.
- Inside Bouncy Castle – Bounce around in the Pedal Tractor Barn.
- Straw Mountain – Climb straw bales, crawl through tunnels, and zoom down slides.
Outdoor Play: Ideal for sunny days, outdoor play features:
- World of Dinosaur Roar Trail – Meet dinosaurs in woodland near the Victorian duck pond.
- Bumpy Tractor-Trailer Ride – A bumpy, bouncy ride over dips and ditches.
- Pedal Tractors & Go-Karts – Role play and racing fun.
- Sand & Water Play Area – Pump water, press interactive buttons, and splash around.
- Sand Playground – Traditional climbing, swings, and see-saws.
- Wendy House Area – Wooden playhouses for imaginative fun.
- Outside Bouncy Castle – More outdoor bounce fun.
- Trim Trail – Test balance on a recycled-plastic obstacle course.
- Duck Pond – A home for a variety of duck species.
- Outside Animal Pens – Meet furry and feathered friends.
- Summer Maize Maze – Grown when conditions are right.

Facilities

Picnic Areas: Over 50 tables available
The Hen House Restaraunt

What to see

Animals and Animal Barn: Animals are at the heart of the farm park. Every day there are educational and entertaining animal events to enjoy. The Animal Barn team proudly teach visitors about the animals.
- Alpacas – Meet Blaze, Stormy, Jago, and Vinnie during the Alpaca Chatter activity. All animals are looked after in line with Defra’s Farm Animal Welfare Council’s Five Freedom Advice.
- Birds – Chickens and ducks add to the farmyard experience.
- Cows – Say hello to Mandy, Minty, Marmite, and Bovril.
- Donkeys & Ponies – Nella, Jimmy, Mickey, Muffet, Dahl, and Sunny Jim can be found in the paddocks or the Animal Barn.
- Goats & Kids – Join in Goat Feeding sessions in the Big Barn.
- Guinea Pigs & Rabbits – Popular pet animals carefully cared for alongside traditional farm animals.
Events: https://www.farmerpalmers.co.uk/whats-on-farmer-palmers/

Website

Contact

Video

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Please note there is an extra £3 charge per person for admission that has not been pre-booked.
Annual Pass: https://www.farmerpalmers.co.uk/annual-passes-farmer-palmers/
Weekday Prices
- Child (3yrs+) & Adult: £21.00 (Gate) / £18.00 (Online)
- Child (2yrs): £13.00 (Gate) / £10.00 (Online)
- Child (Under 2yrs): FREE
Weekday Prices
- Child (3yrs+) & Adult: £19.00 (Gate) / £16.00 (Online)
- Child (2yrs): £12.00 (Gate) / £9.00 (Online)
- Child (Under 2yrs): FREE
October Half:
- Child (3yrs+) & Adult: £23.00 (Gate) | £20.00 (Online Discount)
- Child 2yrs: £14.00 (Gate) | £11.00 (Online Discount)
- Child Under 2: Free (Gate & Online)

Pricing URL: https://bookings.farmerpalmers.co.uk/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Farmer Palmer’s Birthday Parties

Stress-free planning everything arranged
Over 23 attractions including indoor & outdoor play plus animal activities
5–7 hours entry to the entire Farm Park
Access to all indoor, outdoor attractions & animal activities (open on the day)
Tractor-Trailer Ride for children and adults (worth £1.50 each)
Free printable party invitations
Decorated party room (1 hour at mealtime)
Choice of hot or cold party food
Mr Whippy ice cream factory with decorate-your-own toppings
Party bags with TY toy and slice of birthday cake
Free return visit voucher for each child attending
Price & Booking
- £29.50 per party child. Non-refundable deposit of £236 (covers 8 children)
- Available Saturdays, Sundays, and selected Dorset school holidays
- Minimum: 8 children & Maximum: 15 children (up to 20 depending on meal time chosen)
Food Options
- Cold Picnic Box: sandwich (ham or cheese), crisps, jelly pot, apple juice carton
- Hot Meal: sausage, veggie sausage, or chicken nuggets with chips
- Adults may purchase food, drinks, and cakes from the Hen House Counter (until 2pm)
To Book Visit: https://www.farmerpalmers.co.uk/birthday-parties/

Open Daily & Opening Hours: 9:30am – 4:00pm

Address: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset BH16 6EU, UK

Post Code: BH16 6EU

Council: Dorset

County: Dorset

By Bus: Take Route 40 (Poole ↔ Swanage). The bus stops right at the end of Farmer Palmer’s drive. You can plan your journey with MoreBus.
By Train: Nearest stations: Wareham & Holton Heath.
By Pedal Power: Cyclists are welcome! Secure your bike at the shop entrance (bring your own chain and padlock).
Free Dog Kennels
- 2 large kennels available free of charge
- First come, first served
- Indoor & outdoor shelter
- Security padlock provided