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Welcome to Our New Calves
As a family we have been farming cattle for over 100 years. So we thought it was about time to introduce some to Noddy's Ark.
This is a private calf feeding session, just your group and the calves. You'll be able to bottle feed up to five hungry calves per session per group, so there's plenty of bottles to go round and everyone gets a turn.
The feeding is done through the safety of a fence. That's not to keep you away from the calves — it's because they can be pushy when hungry, and a calf that's spotted a bottle doesn't much care what's in its way. Standing at the fence means you can get close, hold the bottle out and watch them feed without being barged about. Once fed you will have the opportunity to cuddle and brush the calves and spend more time getting to know their differing personalities, this can be either over the fence or if you'd like to go into their enclosure we can do this too.
It suits families and anyone who fancies getting properly hands-on with young stock. Children of three years and under come in free on a one-to-one basis with a paying adult. Do be aware that younger children will need help holding a bottle — they're heavier than they look once a calf starts pulling on them, so plan on an adult lending a hand. Under 3's are free on a 1:1 basis. We also offer free carer places for SEN
Wear something you don't mind getting a bit mucky, and footwear you can stand about in. Calves are messy eaters and there's usually some slurping and spillage.
Once fed you will have the opportunity to cuddle and brush the calves and spend more time getting to know their differing personalities, this can be either over the fence or if you'd like to go in to their enclosure with them you can do.
Their Safety
They are babies and we must be mindful of infection etc so you will be asked to dip your shoes in disinfectant on your way in and sanatise your hands.
Your Safety
This activity is not advised for pregnant women or immunocompromised individuals.
Smaller children will need help holding bottles.
Bigger Groups
We have 2 pens of 5 calves, usually a group of up to 5 people would feed one pen (5 calves). Groups of 6-10 attendees will feed both pens (10 calves) this is charged at a flat rate of £120 for up to 10 people - Message us to book this
Little calves, little appetites! 🐮🍼
Our calves are very young babies, each with their own appetite and personality. Some will eagerly tuck into their milk, while others may only want a little, or may not feel like feeding at that moment.
You’ll have the opportunity to offer a bottle, but we can’t guarantee how much your calf will drink. We always follow their lead and never encourage them to take more than they want. It’s all part of spending time with real animals, and meeting these lovely little characters is just as special as feeding them!
IMPORTANT TEXT MESSAGE UPDATE
The booking software we use has had an update which means to receive the gate code to access the farm, you MUST OPT IN by ticking the box when you make your booking. WIthout this you won't receive your arrival instructions etc.