The school holidays often give families a chance to get out and about a bit more visiting parks and play areas across Greater Manchester. If you're looking for somewhere to keep kids of all ages entertained then there's one that ticks most boxes. Wythenshawe Park attracts families from miles around and has a wealth of activities to get involved with.
As well as its play area for mixed ages - with a new one featuring swings, a giant spinning disc and an accessible trampoline hopefully coming later this year - it's got its own community farm, which is home to cows, sheep, goats, pigs, ducks, horses and a prize-winning herd of Hereford cattle. READ MORE: The best family parks in Greater Manchester Located next to the children's play area and open daily from 11am to 4pm, the farm gives children a chance to learn about where food comes from, and all the elements of a working farm in an urban setting. The play area at Wythenshawe Park Its extensive breeding programme means baby animals are often on site.
Visitors can 'meet' the animals and can sometimes watch the animals feeding. This is usually around 3pm but times and availability are subject to change. There are Riding Stables at the park too, offering everything from one-off pony rides and Own A Pony Days, to riding lessons and birthday parties.
Wythenshawe Community Farm (Image: Manchester Evening News) There's lots of opportunities to cycle at the park, with has its own Cycle Hub Family Trail and learn to ride area, with cycl.