The Ark Open Farm/Facebook (Image: The Ark Open Farm/Facebook) As we are coming to the end of summer, many of us are planning some family fun before the kids head back to school. With some good weather forecast for over the weekend of August 17-18 (fingers crossed) - why not head to an open farm to meet the animals and make the most of the outdoors? We've listed just 11 of many options across Northern Ireland for you to check out. READ MORE: We found the perfect NI family adventure centre and soft play that's just 15 minutes from Belfast READ MORE: NI Halloween family events 2024 that you can book now Streamvale Farm Located on Ballyhanwood Road, Belfast.
Meet the animals, or go to the Bubble Bop Disco which runs daily at 1pm - until the end of August. Visit the newborn rabbits at the Cuddle Corner, or head to the Chick House to see lots of cute chicks, and sometimes there's adorable ducklings. If you fancy a puppy cuddle, you might find yourself lucky, but give the farm a call before your visit to check.
Streamvale works with local families to socialise puppies before they go on to their forever homes. For more info, click here . The Ark Open Farm Located on Bangor Road, Newtownards.
Meet and feed the animals, see the Reptile Room, go to an Animal Handling Session, or dinosaur fans can see the impressive Jurassic Ark. There's also outdoor play areas, tractor trailer or quad barrel rides, and more. For more info, see here .
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