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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| 2 adults & 2 children Saver ticket | £35.00 per ticket |
| Adult | £9.50 per ticket |
| Child 3 and over | £9.50 per ticket |
| Child aged 2 years | £4.90 per ticket |
| Children under 2 years old | Free |
| Disabled Person & Carer | £7.90 per ticket |
Moovelous Value for Money Annual Passes Available - Please Visit www.farmerpalmers.co.uk.
Group discounts apply for 20 or more people. Call 01202 622 022 or email shop@farmerpalmers.co.uk to arrange your visit.
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2018
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent758
- Very Good215
- Average51
- Poor16
- Terrible16
Recent Reviews:
- jacquelinemN8255DGChristchurch, United KingdomDay out
Saturday, 8th December 2018Nice place to visit for under 5s. Could not spend a whole day here and quite expensive to get in. Good indoor play area Read full review - louisedR6463BNDorset, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesGreat for kids
Tuesday, 11th December 2018Looks to do at Farmer Palmers, you can bottle feed the lambs, play in the hay mountain, drive the kids tractors and go on the real tractor rides lots for the kids to do. Read full review - Sightsee282737Trip Type:CouplesThe true farmTuesday, 11th December 2018A real must for kids,as it is great fun,for all.Has good Yummy...food,that is good and cost effective. Read full review
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Green Awards
.JPG&action=AwardImage "Green Tourism Business Scheme (Gold)")
Green Tourism Business Scheme (Gold) 2014 - Dorset Tourism
Dorset Tourism Awards 2015 Silver 2015 - Dorset Tourism
Dorset Tourism Award 2016 Silver 2016
Map & Directions
Road Directions
We are just off the A35, which is the Poole to Dorchester Road, about 4-5 miles out of Poole.
FROM POOLE: Take the A35 which is a dual carriageway, it will end at a roundabout with a Public House on the right hand side called The Baker’s Arms. Go straight across, still heading towards Dorchester/Bere Regis on the A35, but it is now a single lane carriageway. We are sign posted on the left-hand side where you need to take the second turning left about ½ mile after the roundabout.
FROM CHRISTCHURCH: Drive past Bournemouth and Poole picking up the A35 dual carriageway towards Dorchester. At the end of the dual carriageway is a roundabout (with the Bakers Arms Pub to the right). Go straight over A35 for 1 mile and we are the second left (signed with brown signs).
FROM WAREHAM: A351 towards Poole 2 1/2 Miles from Wareham (after Sandford) Turn left at the traffic lights (brown signs) after 1 mile you will see our brown sign turning you into our drive.
FROM BLANDFORD: Take the A350 towards Poole from Blandford. Turn right onto the A35 dual Carriageway towards Dorchester. At the end of the dual carriageway (1 ½ miles) is a roundabout. Go straight over A35 for 1 mile and we are the second left (signed with brown signs).
FROM RINGWOOD: A31 to Dorchester, past Wimborne until you get to the roundabout with the A350. Turn left onto the A350 towards Poole for approx 3 1/2 miles, Turn right onto the A35 dual Carriageway towards Dorchester. After 1 ½ miles is a roundabout (with the Bakers Arms pub to the right). Go straight over A35 for 1 mile and we are the second left (signed with brown signs).
FROM DORCHESTER: A35 to Bere Regis and Poole. Approx 6 miles after Bere Regis (past signs for Morden & Slepe) look for brown signs pointing right as the road widens.
Public Transport Directions
BY TRAIN: We are on the Waterloo to Weymouth train line. You can alight at Poole or Wareham Railway Stations, then catch the bus (MoreBus route 40 which runs between Poole and Swanage). 10% discount off admission for visitors with a valid bus ticket.
BY BUS: MoreBus (Tel: 01202 338420) has a stop called the Farmer Palmer Stop at the end of our entrance. The route 40 Bus (which runs between Poole and Swanage) is the route you need. It runs Monday to Saturday, hourly, and Sundays 2 journeys. 10% discount off admission for visitors with a valid bus ticket.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Snacks, tea, coffee, drinks, lunches (daily dish, children's meals, picnic boxes and sandwiches) and high tea. Homemade food and cakes. Wine and beer available.
- Picnic Site - Indoor barn and outside
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children - Ideal for under 8 years. Children's Parties catered for.
Establishment Features
- Available for wedding receptions
- Cater for groups - group discounts available.
- Event Venue
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 4+ hours
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Max group size - 100
- Min group size - 20
- Outdoor Attraction
- Smoking Some Areas - Designated area only
Parking & Transport
- On Bus Route - Wilts and Dorset number 40 - Farmer Palmers bus stop
- On site parking - for cars and coaches. Free.
Payment Methods
- American Express accepted
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Solo accepted
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free - With proof
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available - up to a 40% discount if pre-booked.
- Min group size numeric qualifier - 20 people to receive group discount.
- Packed lunches available
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Essential to pre-book. Call or email to make your booking.
Opening Times
| Opening 2018 (20 January 2018 - 23 December 2018) |
|---|
* 20th January - 24th March Open Daily 10am - 4pm
25th March - 27th October Open Daily 10am - 5pm
28th October - 23rd December Open Daily 10am - 4pm
24th December - 18th Jan (2019) Closed
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