Cotswold Farm Park
A ticketed family attraction near Guiting Power, with rare-breed animals, indoor animal barns, outdoor play, a woodland walk and seasonal activities.
Opening hours
Ticketed attraction; most visitors should pre-book (members and campsite guests are exceptions). The official calendar currently lists 9:30am–5pm, with last entry at 4:30pm. Opening dates and times vary by season, so check the date-specific calendar before travelling.
Location: Cotswold Farm Park, Guiting Power, Gloucestershire GL54 5FL
Cotswold Farm Park is one of the easiest family days to shape around the weather. The farm has rare-breed animals, a Discovery Barn with young animals, outdoor play areas and a woodland walk, so a visit can move between active and quieter parts of the site.
Why go
- Rare-breed farm animals and seasonal animal experiences.
- Indoor Discovery Barn for unsettled weather.
- Outdoor play, ride-on tractors and space to run.
- A woodland walk when everyone needs a change of scene.
Before you go
Book ahead during school holidays and check the current seasonal programme, accessibility information and opening times. The site has free parking and accessible routes, but outdoor conditions can change quickly.
Visit the Cotswold Farm Park website.
A little more time
Give the farm a generous place in the day. The rare-breed trail, Animal and Discovery Barns, play areas and woodland walk let families alternate between animal encounters and time to run around. Check the seasonal programme before you go, since feeding sessions and young-animal experiences vary through the year.
Planning notes
Pre-book your visit, especially during school holidays, and check the date-specific opening calendar, last entry and activity times. Wear shoes for grass and muddy paths; the indoor barns and Adventure Barn offer options when the weather turns. Leave time for lunch or a picnic, and check accessibility and animal-session details before setting out.