Roves Farm Visitor Centre

Are you a family that loves to get outside in the fresh air? If you love friendly farm animals, then that's a plus because Roves Farm Visitor Centre in Swindon is a perfect family day out! Come rain or shine, you can enjoy a range of fun activities on this 400-acre farm - plus there's grazing animals in the fields, hedgerows and myriad wildlife.

What will you see? Did we mention this is an actual working farm? Top Things To Do At Roves Farm Swindon Meet the Farm Animals: Roves Farm has a large range of farm animals including Poll Dorset & Suffolk Cross sheep.

There's also the Sussex cattle, Boer and Pygmy goats, donkeys and alpacas! Don't forget the Shetland ponies, hens and Gloucester Old Spot pigs. Piglets are always running around in the Animal Barn, and goats are waiting to be fed in Pets Corner!

Pets Corner is full of rabbits and guinea pigs for those who like to cuddle. There's a wide range of daily farm activities that you can get stuck into! Whether it's bottle feeding, messy play, and animal racing!

Board the Tractor: Enjoy a Tractor Ride around the 400-acre working family-owned farm! The tractor & trailer rides also have wheelchair spaces for wheelchair users. So, everyone is welcome!

Let Loose with Playtime: There's also an outdoor adventure play area for kids who love running around! The outdoor adventure park includes sandpits, giant slides, swings, climbing ropes, zip wire, Pedal Tractors and Den Building in the willows. Don't forget there's also an Activity Trail past the animal paddocks with 'Explorers' activity sheets.

And Animal Racing during weekends and school holidays (late March-Sept). Various activities include Washing the tractor, collecting eggs, brushing the pony, and Walking the goat. Head Inside: You'll find plenty of indoor activities if you need to shelter from the rain!

Why not have some fun in the indoor heated adventure play barn? It includes the 'Rabbit Warren' with tunnels, wavy slides, rope bridges, and climbing ropes! Plus, there's the under 3's soft play & swings and electric ride-on tractors (charge applies).

You'll also find kids' crafts, toddler time, meeting and feeding the animals! Indulge in Sweet Treats: Relax and put your feet up at the farm cafe, where you can enjoy a selection of treats. From fresh and tasty milkshakes, ice creams, hot food and cold food!

From a big English breakfast (with free-range eggs) to homemade cake and homemade food to takeaway. Why not bring an outdoor picnic and enjoy being outside on the family farm? Farm Shop: Don't forget to pop into the Roves Farm Shop, where you can purchase a range of goodies.

From handmade cakes and animal food to an extensive range of toys! Why We Think Roves Farm Swindon is Perfect For Families Roves Farm in Swindon is the ultimate destination for a family day out, offering a perfect mix of adventure, education, and fun. From hands-on farm activities like feeding and petting to exciting tractor rides and play areas, there's something for everyone.

Enjoy farm walks and endless opportunities to create cherished family memories. Whether rain or shine, it's the perfect spot to explore, play, and unwind.