🐏 LAMBS & EWE 🐑

Ever wanted to see what goes on inside the lambing barn?

Love lambs and want to see Spring’s cutest new arrivals up close?

Starts February Half Term and continues throughout February & March

Join us for a family day out on the farm that’s as educational as it is fun as our popular Lambs & Ewe event returns…

With over 100 ewes due to give birth on the farm, our lambing barn will be bustling from February through to the Easter break – and you’re invited to see the action!

⛈️🌦️ Fun whatever the weather — rain or shine, there’s plenty to enjoy ☔🌧️

Your experience will start in the Haybarn Theatre, where you’ll watch a short, engaging film about sheep – picking up lots of interesting facts along they way and learning how we care for them. You’ll then head into the lambing barn itself, where our pregnant ewes are kept in communal pens so we can keep a close eye on them till they give birth, and be on hand if they need assistance. You’ll also get to see our new lambs in their ‘maternity ward’ pens with their mums, where they stay for a few days to aid with bonding and make sure that they are feeding well before they head into the nursery pens with other ewes and lambs to frolic till its warm enough for them to head out and enjoy the spring grass.

Our friendly team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about our sheep and lambing – and who knows, you may be lucky enough to see a live birth!

When you’re done exploring the lambing barn, there are some fun sheep-themed activities for you to enjoy as a family – including a trail to help Farmer Ray ‘find’ his lost flock – before you spend the rest of the day letting off steam in our massive playbarn, enjoying our acres of outdoor adventure play and meeting more friendly animals in the animal zone.

Costumed characters jumping on a trampoline outdoors.

All Ewe Need to Know

How much are lambing tickets?

Lambing is included with PLAY@ admission from February half term until the Easter break, so the price depends on when you visit.

During February half term, tickets are £13.95 per person, which includes the lambing experience and full access to PLAY@.

Where does the lambing experience take place?

Lambing takes place on our 750-acre working farm between Penkridge and Stafford – it’s just 1 mile from J13 of the M6 so easy to reach from across Staffordshire, Shropshire, the West Midlands & beyond.

The experience is hosted in purpose-built, undercover lambing barns connected to our award-winning family farm attraction.

Is the lambing experience indoors?

Yes. Lambing takes place in fully undercover barns, allowing families to view the ewes and lambs comfortably in all weather conditions.

Will we see a live lamb being born?

Live births cannot be guaranteed.
Many sheep lamb overnight, but daytime births have occurred during visiting hours in previous years, so visitors may be lucky enough to witness one.

Can children bottle-feed the lambs?

No. Lamb bottle-feeding is not offered.

This helps reduce the risk of zoonotic disease and supports best animal-welfare practice, as lambs thrive best when fed by their mum or a foster ewe. Any orphan lambs are cared for by our trained farm team.

What will we see during the lambing experience?

Visitors can expect to see:

  • Pregnant ewes awaiting birth
  • Newborn lambs bonding with their mums in maternity pens
  • Lambs moving through early life stages before heading out to pasture
  • Friendly farm staff available to answer questions

Is the lambing experience educational?

Yes. Lambing offers a hands-on educational experience where families learn:

How lambing is managed on a working farm
How sheep and lambs are cared for
Fun and fascinating facts about farming and animal welfare

Does the ticket include entry to PLAY@?

Yes. Lambing is included with full PLAY@ admission, giving access to:

  • Indoor play areas
  • Outdoor adventure play
  • Animal zones
  • Seasonal family activities and trails

What if it rains or snows?

No problem — lambing is a great all-weather day out.

  • Lambing barns are fully undercover
  • Over 2km² of indoor play space, including soft play
  • Undercover animal zones
  • Large indoor Playbarn and sheltered attractions

Rain or snow, there’s still a full day of fun to enjoy.

How long should we allow for our visit?

Most families spend several hours on site.

Many choose to enjoy lambing alongside indoor and outdoor play, making it a full-day family visit.

Is lambing suitable for toddlers and young children?

Yes. Lambing is designed to be calm, safe and family-friendly, making it suitable for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-age children.

Do we need to book lambing in advance?

Booking online in advance is strongly recommended, particularly during February half term and weekends, as lambing is a popular seasonal event. You’re also guaranteed the best price!

Shetland Pony Experience 🐴

New this half term!
Add a magical upgrade to your day at PLAY@ with our 45-minute, hands-on Shetland Pony Experience. Groom, walk and learn all about our much-loved ponies in a small-group session led by our expert animal team.

£24 per child | Ages 5+ | Book at reception | PLAY@ admission required
Limited spaces available.

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