Education · Group days and workshops
Alternative Provision Events
Structured one-off days, workshops and seasonal activities for alternative provision groups, schools and educational settings. A way to bring a whole group to the farm without committing to a weekly placement.
Format
Half day or full day on the farm
Group size
Small groups up to 60 pupils per day
Suitable for
AP groups, schools, SEN settings, youth organisations
Included
Risk assessments and staff places
What we run
Every event is led by our team, hands-on throughout and built around learning rather than watching.
Animal Day
Our Stage 1 alternative provision day, run for a whole group. Feeding, handling and care across several species.
Curriculum farm visits
Sessions linked to science, geography, food and farming and PSHE, from habitats to where fleece and wool come from.
Animal care workshops
A focused half day on one area: haltering and handling, health checks, or feed and bedding routines.
Equine group sessions
Ground-based work with our horses for a small group, focused on communication and teamwork.
Paca Painting
A supported, creative session where the alpacas make the artwork and learners lead the process at their own pace. Everyone takes a piece home.
Arts, crafts and baking
Practical sessions in our indoor space, often paired with animal time for groups who need a change of pace.
SEN and additional needs groups
Any of our events can be adapted for SEN and specialist settings.
- Quieter weekday slots away from public activity
- Low-stimulation working areas and a quiet space to withdraw to
- Sensory-aware planning agreed before you arrive
- Animals chosen to suit the group's sensory needs
- No pressure to touch or take part — watching counts
- Carers and support staff attend free of charge
Seasonal opportunities
The farming year gives groups something different each term, and we build sessions around whatever is happening at the time.
- Spring: lambing, kidding and cria season
- Summer: shearing, fleece and multi-animal group days
- Autumn: harvest, winter preparation and feed stores
- Winter: indoor animal care, husbandry and craft sessions
How to book a group day
- 1
Enquire
Email us with your group, rough numbers, ages and the dates you are considering.
- 2
Plan the day
We agree timings, group sizes, focus topics and any additional needs with your lead staff member.
- 3
Paperwork
Full risk assessments and our health on the farm guidance are sent ahead of the visit.
- 4
On the day
Safety briefing, handwashing routine, then rotating hands-on sessions with a break for lunch.
Practical information
- Coach and minibus parking on site
- Indoor space and covered barns for wet weather
- Cafe lunch options or bring your own
- Handwashing stations throughout the farm
- Sturdy footwear and outdoor clothing required
- Free places for accompanying staff
Questions, answered
What happens if it rains?+
The day goes ahead. We have covered barns and indoor space for lunch and sessions.
Do you provide risk assessments?+
Yes, we send full risk assessments and our health on the farm guidance ahead of your visit.
Can a group day lead to a placement?+
Often it does. Many settings use a group day to see how learners respond before arranging weekly alternative provision.
What does a group day cost?+
It depends on the activities and group size. Email us with your numbers and we will send a quote.
Enquire about a placement
Tell us about your group, the dates you are considering and what you would like them to get out of the day.