Name: Streamvale Open Farm
Rating: 5.0

Streamvale Open Farm

38 Ballyhanwood Road, Belfast, BT5 7SN

1-90 Years

Paid

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Streamvale Open Farm offers a fantastic family experience with a wide range of activities and attractions for children and adults. Visitors can enjoy Cuddle Times with newborn rabbits or meet chicks in the Chick House, pig and poultry feeding sessions at the Piggy Palace, and big animal feeding at the Animal Paddocks featuring Highland cows, goats, alpacas, and more, including the fun ‘Goat Gym.’ Pet’s Corner allows hands-on feeding of rabbits and guinea pigs.Outdoor attractions include Tractor Rides and Barrel Rides, providing scenic views and fun twists and turns. Entertainment highlights include the Bubble Bop Disco, The Baa National sheep and goat race, Dog Agility, and the Sheepdog Show.

Play areas are extensive, featuring the Farmyard Playground, Junior Play Barn for under-5s, Big Bounce Barn, Cannon Arena, Digger Zone, Trailblazer Playground, and the Play Village, Ireland’s first agricultural-themed play village with a Vet’s Clinic, Farm Shop, Milking Parlour, and Mechanics. Streamvale is also a working dairy farm with 250 cows milked twice daily, viewable from the Milking Gallery, and visitors can sample fresh milk or milkshakes from the Milk Vending Machine. Group visits are welcome throughout the year, allowing self-guided exploration and hands-on learning.

Admission prices: Adults (18+) £5.99, Children (3–17) £5.99, Toddlers (1–2) £4.00, Under 1 FREE, Carers £2.00.

If you are looking for Best Children's Farms in Belfast , County Antrim then you can visit Streamvale Open Farm. Streamvale Open Farm is one of the places in Belfast County Antrim 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

Farmyard Playground – Opened May 2023 with lots to do for all ages, this is an exciting new addition to the farm.
Junior Play Barn – Opened May 2024, designed for under-5s as a soft play indoor addition.
Big Bounce Barn – Open from May. Includes a big inflatable digger, assault course, and lots of bouncing fun.
Cannon Arena – A play space for parents and kids to shoot targets, climb play frames, and enjoy the big slide.
Digger Zone – Ride tractors and diggers, or gather stones in the electronic digger. Fun for all ages.
Play Village – Ireland’s first agricultural-themed play village. Includes a Vet’s Clinic, Farm Shop, Milking Parlour, and Mechanics, encouraging children to learn about food and farming through play.
Trailblazer Playground – All ages can race along the assault course while parents relax.
Tractor Rides – Free! Trundle up the farm lanes and enjoy fantastic views over Belfast and Dundonald, including feeding the Red Deer.
Barrel Rides – Free! Kids and adults can enjoy twists and turns around the track. Children 3+ ride on their own; under 3s ride on an adult’s knee.
Bubble Bop Disco – Get dancing! Runs in July & August daily at 1pm with a different theme each week, lots of tunes and bubbles, and a treat for participants.
Ice Cream Tasting – Try delicious homemade ice cream at set times during the Summer. A favourite activity with lots of tasty flavours to choose from.
Group Visits – Self-guided tours for family, school, and community groups to explore the open farm and enjoy hands-on learning.

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On Site Cafe

What to see

Cuddle Times – Everyone’s favourite place to be! Feel how soft the lovely newborn rabbits are in the Cuddle Corner or meet the chicks in the Chick House.
Pig & Poultry Feeding – Head to set feeding times to feed the pigs and chickens. The Piggy Palace is home to Peppa, Roberta, Harriet, Zac, Wilbur & Harvey. Staff provide food to feed the animals along with a few farm facts.
Big Animal Feeding – Set feeding times at the Animal Paddocks include Highland Cow, goats, alpacas, and more. Don’t miss the ‘Goat Gym’ – where Hans loves using the feeder!
Feed the Rabbits – At Pet’s Corner, get hands-on feeding the rabbits! Scheduled throughout the day, this popular activity allows children to help feed tasty vegetables.
Meet the Guinea Pigs – Also at Pet’s Corner, stroke and feed the adorable guinea pigs. Scheduled throughout the day.
Dog Agility – JED, the family pet, performs tricks every day in a fun and entertaining show.
Sheepdog Show – Watch PIP round up sheep, responding to the handler’s commands in an impressive display.
The Baa National – Runs July to August. Cheer on the Sheep & Goat Race with characters like Fleece Lighting, Shawn the Sheep, Baa-nana, Billy the Kid, Vincent van Goat, or Goatzilla.
Milk at Streamvale – Observe milking in the Viewing Gallery from a real working dairy farm with 250 cows milked twice daily. Sample fresh free-range milk or make a milkshake with a variety of flavours.
Events: https://streamvale.com/events

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Ticket Prices

Adult (18+) – £5.99
Child (3–17) – £5.99
Toddler (1–2) – £4.00
Under 1 – Free
Carer – £2.00

Pricing URL: https://streamvale.com/september-saver-tickets-2025

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Party Package – £235
- Morning Party: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Afternoon Party: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Guest Details: Entry for up to 40 guests (preferably no more than 30 children) & Maximum 45 guests at additional £9 per person
- Guided Farm Tour
  - Private cuddle times
  - Private feeding times
  - Private tractor ride
- Private Party Room: Exclusive access for the duration of the party
- Burger Barn: Kids Meal Deal – £4.65 (Hot Dog, Sausage, or Chicken Bites with small chips & Fruit Shoot). Veggie options available. Add ice cream tube – £2.30
- Bring your own food, plates, cutlery, and cups. Microwave available in the party room
- Option to bring your own or purchase from the farm – £2.50 each. Contents: sweets, bouncy ball, notebook, stationery set, snap bracelet, bubbles, puzzle
- Music: Bluetooth speaker available in the party room
- Tea & Coffee: Facilities for adults, including kettle, tea bags, coffee, sugar, cups, and milk
- Bring your own decorations or balloons
- To Book: https://streamvale.com/birthdays

Open 10.30am – 5.00pm Daily. Last Admission 4pm

Address: 38 Ballyhanwood Road, Belfast, BT5 7SN

Post Code: BT5 7SN

Council: Belfast

County: Antrim

Located a 5-minute drive from the Ulster Hospital and just a few minutes from Dundonald Ice Bowl. There is no direct bus to the farm, but the 4C or 4D bus goes to Dundonald Ice Bowl.
Important: Ballyhanwood Road is bendy and has no footpath, making it unsafe to walk. Taking a taxi from Dundonald Ice Bowl is recommended for safety.