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Hounslow Urban Farm

Feltham, Surrey · Farm Park

📍 Feltham, Surrey💷 Around £8 per adult, £6 per child⏱ Duration varies — check timings🌄 Indoor / outdoor mix

The bit you came for

Our verdict

Kids

8.6/10

Novelty 9 · Fun Factor 9

Parents

7.2/10

Value 8 · Sanity Preservation 7

Big on hands-on animal fun; the cafe sounds decent, but don’t expect a full day of thrills for teens.

The long read worth saving for nap time

What’s it actually like?

Hounslow Urban Farm comes across as more than a quick look at a few goats. Reviewers describe it as a mini zoo-style farm with a decent spread of animals, including owls, reptiles and other exotic creatures, plus feeding opportunities and animal encounters that give kids something to do rather than just stare at pens. The big wins are the hands-on bits: feeding the goats and sheep, touching reptiles, and the occasional seasonal add-on like a Christmas grotto, karaoke, bouncy castles, summer party activities and even a foam party. Staff get consistently good marks for being friendly and keen to engage, and several parents mention it being good value with plenty of parking. The less shiny bit is that the food and animal selection may feel limited compared with larger attractions, and it sounds more modest than a full-scale zoo. Still, for families with younger children, it looks like a solid, reasonably priced day out with enough variety to keep everyone occupied for a few hours.

Two-minute orientation

Quick read

A family farm with a proper hands-on feel: feeding animals, reptile encounters, soft play and seasonal extras. It’s best for younger children who like close-up animal experiences rather than a polished zoo day. Good value, friendly staff and parking help; food is available, but the selection sounds limited.

Best for ages

Strong score for mixed-age siblings

8/10
Ages0–2
9/10
Ages3–4
9/10
Ages5–7
8/10
Ages8–11
6/10
Ages12+

The boring brilliant stuff

Need to know

Indoor vs outdoor split

Indoor / outdoor mix

Parking detail

Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.

Dog-friendly?

Likely OK

Outdoor venues like this usually allow dogs on leads — call ahead to confirm.

Pram-friendly?

Mostly fine

Usually OK on main paths. Check for accessible routes if you need them.

Baby change?

Probably not

Probably not on-site. Bring a changing mat for the boot.

Food on-site & BYO

Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.

Locate it

Feltham, Surrey

THINGS PARENTS ASK

Common questions

Is there enough to keep children busy for a few hours?

Yes — one reviewer said three hours flew by, and others mention animal encounters, feeding and soft play.

What animals can you see?

Reviews mention goats, sheep, owls, reptiles, insects, a snake and a turtle, plus other different animals.

Is there food on site?

Yes. Reviews mention lunch, kids’ meal deals and reasonably priced food, though the choice sounds limited.

Is it good value for money?

Generally yes. One review specifically calls the entrance fee reasonable and says it feels budget-friendly.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Real review quotes

"3 hours FLEW by"
"more like a mini zoo!"
"the best tuna cheese toastie ive never had"