The UK might be known for its big cities, but it is also an agricultural hub and wherever you go in the country, you’ll find a whole host of farms of various sizes and specialities, so why not find out a bit more about the farming culture by booking a farm stay?
A farm holiday in the UK is a great way to enjoy the country’s natural beauty, it’s easy to find a picture-perfect cottage with a thatched roof and chickens pecking about in the yard, as well as traditional looking barn conversions and more contemporary style accommodation too.
There are so many things about farm holidays that make it a magical experience, feeding the lambs, watching the cows being milked, meeting the pigs, collecting your own eggs, breathing in fresh country air, star gazing, hearing nothing but the noise of nature, having vast expanses of land to explore… Farm holidays are a really unique experience.
With a farm holiday, your hosts will be onsite at all times running the farm and so it is a great option for anyone who wants to have a tourist information centre to hand. They will often either live in the same property as you or somewhere nearby on the land and are happy to welcome you to their home. Whether you go for a B&B option (think of all that incredibly fresh and incredibly local produce!) or self catering, your hosts will be delighted to help you plan your days and have a wealth of local knowledge you won’t find with other accommodation providers.
Staying on a farm in the UK is great for families. Many of the farmers are happy for children to have supervised access to their livestock, so children can get involved with egg collecting and petting the newborns if you’re staying in spring. They’re also great places for exploration and playing, as there is lots of space! These kinds of holidays can be very therapeutic for anyone who has a sensory condition or are recovering from certain treatments, as the fresh air and the proximity to animals can help aid a speedy recovery.
They’re also great for anyone who needs some rest and relaxation and of course, anyone with sensitivity to busy, noisy or crowded areas. There have been many studies that have shown how useful horses and similar animals can be in helping with sensory conditions, such as autism, aspergers, down’s syndrome and more, many farm holidays are happy for guests to spend time with the animals and offer riding classes and other therapeutic activities.
Many farm holidays are perfect for those with service animals too, as they offer dog-friendly breaks and again, as long as you keep to the country code and respect the live-stock, your furry friends can have as good a break as you do!
If you like the sound of a farm holiday, don’t forget to also take a look at what the UK’s campsites and glamping sites have to offer too as many of these are also based on farms or small-holdings.
All the farm holidays you find below are properties that offer the best in accessible breaks, if you want to clarify any of the facilities, please don’t hesitate to check with them when booking.
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