Description
The Rare Breeds Centre is part of the Canterbury Oast Trust charity providing learning and skillls training opportunities including animal care, horticulture, customer service and catering, for adults with learning disability. We're also a working farm open every day to the public! Attractions include our animal petting barn, butterfly tunnel, pig racing, indoor soft play area, outdoor playgrounds and gift shop featuring lots of farm themed items and art created by our Life Skills students. Every admission ticket, snack, drink or gift purchased helps to support the important work we do for adults with learning disability.
Service options
On-site services
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Reviews
4
Lovely place to visit, good selection of animals to see. The children's barn is Great for children to stroke the animals. Pig racing is really entertaining. Staff are helpful and friendly.
5
March visit was great. My recent visit was nothing short of delightful. From the moment I stepped onto the grounds, I was greeted by the warm ambiance and friendly staff. The farm's dedication to providing a memorable experience for both visitors and animals alike was evident at every turn. One of the highlights of my visit was the opportunity to interact with the animals. From gentle goats to curious chickens, each creature was well-cared-for and seemed genuinely happy in their environment. The petting area was clean and well-maintained, allowing visitors to engage with the animals in a safe and enjoyable way.
5
Lovely farm. I took my elderly disabled mum here and she loved petting the animals. It has a nice cafe that isn't overly expensive. The paths are dirty and woodchip and are fairly sound although some people with mobility issues or wheelchair users might find it a little tricky. Carers get free entry. I would definitely recommend this place.
5
Amazing place for a family day out. I went here as a child and to now see my children love it here just as much as I did is amazing. So much to do. My kids absolutely loved the wooden trail.
5
This is a fab day out for families lots to do for all ages lovely selection of animals the pig race is great loveky friendly staff will definitely be going back great value for money plenty of places to eat a picnic
5
We came at the weekend for the beginning of their half term week. This isn't our first trip to rare breeds and definitely won't be our last. My children have a great time every time we visit. The animals are all well looked after and cared for. There is enough to do to keep the whole family busy for the day.