Farm businesses could provide the perfect opportunity for quality family time this Easter.
Easter
With Easter holidays just around the corner, farm attractions can offer much needed respite for families to enjoy some quality time together.
This year's important dates to keep an eye on include Good Friday (April 18) and Easter Sunday (April 20).
And with school holidays usually closed for two weeks during this time, parents may be scratching their heads in thinking of ideas to keep their children occupied.
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But they should look no further than visiting the many fabulous farm attractions in their community.
From lambing live events to Easter egg hunts, farmers have covered most basis when it comes to family fun experiences.
Here is a list of just some of the fantastic farm attractions to bring all the family together this Easter.
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Lower Drayton Farm
Looking for a great day out with the kids?
With indoor and outdoor play zones, friendly animals to look at, and the chance to learn about life on a 304 hectare working farm in Penkridge, Staffordshire, the adventure begins the minute you pass through the farm gate.
Find out more about Lower Drayton Farm here.
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2. Monk Park Farm - 'The Great Yorkshire Egg Hunt'
Monk Park Farm is a family-friendly petting farm in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, offering hands-on animal experiences and fun seasonal events throughout the year.
This Easter, the farm will be offering an 'egg-stra' special Easter adventure as families are urged to grab a basket and prepare to 'eggsplore' where hidden eggs and plenty of other treats will be waiting to be discovered across 34 hectares of farmland.
Alongside the egg hunt, families can enjoy a packed schedule of activities including train rides, hand-feeding barn animals, and much more.
Find out more about what is happening at the farm here.
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3. Dalscone Farm Park
With a large indoor soft play centre and exciting outdoor play zone, the farm in Dumfries has plenty on offer for a great day out - come rain or shine.
Families can have fun together playing mini golf, pedalling around in huge go-karts, feeding farm animals and visiting the exotic animal house.
The farm is also home to one of Scotland's largest independent toy shops.
Find out more about Dalscone Farm here.
4. Manorafon Farm Park
Get ready for a family day out in Abergele, North Wales, full of adventure.
Families can watc hpig races, feed wonderful farm animals, and perhaps see baby lambs or piglets in the barn.
Let the kids unleash their energy on pedal go-karts, soft play zones, and a dinosaur trail.
Find out more about Manorafon Farm Park here.
5. The Ark Farm
The Ark Open Farm first opened its gates on August 14 1990, founded by Stewart and Lorraine Donaldson.
Over the years, it has grown in size and popularity, becoming one of County Down's most beloved family attractions.
Now, Stewart and Lorraine have passed the reins to the next generation, with the farm run on a daily basis by their son Barry, their daughter Lyndy and her husband Stuart.
From dinosaur trails, tractor rides, play zones and meeting newborn lambs and baby chicks, Ark Farm has so much to offer this Easter.
Find out more about The Ark Farm here.
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