Ash End Children's Farm is a brilliant day out for all ages! There is a fantastic farm, play areas, a shop and a farm café, PLUS a massive play barn next door with it’s own restaurant!

Ash End House Children's Farm | Children's Farm near Tamworth

• Location: Ash End House Children's Farm, Middleton Lane, Tamworth, B78 2BL
• Opening times: Open every day! See the booking calendar for specific ticket times. 
• Suitable for: All ages
• Tickets:
  • Farm only ticket
  • Play Barn only ticket
  • COMBI ticket - Farm and Play Barn at an amazing price!

Just a short drive from Coventry, Ash End House Children's Farm is a brilliant children's farm near Tamworth that's loved by families across the West Midlands. With the majority of animals and activities under cover, it's a great day out whatever the weather.

Every paying child gets a free bucket of animal feed on arrival, plus access to all included activities which run on rotation throughout the day! Whatever time you arrive, you won't miss a thing. Included activities are:

• Bumpy tractor trailer ride
• Sit-on pony and grooming
• Chick chat and collect an egg to take home
• Stroke a bunny
• Creepy Critters Barn
• Falconry
• 3 outdoor play areas
• Free bucket of animal feed

The Big Play Barn next door is a massive indoor soft play, open 9am–6.30pm daily. It has dedicated areas for toddlers and babies as well as a wide range of equipment for children aged 4+. You can book a COMBI ticket to include both the farm and play barn at a discounted price, or visit each attraction separately.

Check the website for opening times and book your tickets!

Ash End Children's Farm Prices

• Children: £12.95 - this includes all farm activities: the sit-on pony, chick chat, egg collect, bunny stroking, tractor trailer ride and a bucket of animal feed.
• Adults: £12.95
• Babies: Free below 12 months, unless you wish them to participate in farm activities. If you do, then please book them as a paying child.
• Carers: There is a discount for a family carer - see the website for full details.
• COMBI tickets which include the play barn: £18.45 per child | £14.95 per adult.

Book your tickets now!

Opening Hours at Ash End Children's Farm

Farm:

• Spring/ Summer/ Early Autumn | 9.30am – 5pm
• Late Autumn/ Winter – Early closing 4pm (last entry 90mins before closing, although they recommend allowing 2 hours)

Farm Café: Generally open for drinks and cakes from 10am, hot food 11am - 2.30pm. Times may vary.

Play Barn: 9am - 6.30pm so you can start or finish there with COMBI tickets. 

Play Barn Café: Serves hot food until about 5.30pm.

Check the booking calendar for full opening hours.

What Visitors Say About Ash End Children's Farm

"A wonderful place to go with the kids. A whole day's worth of entertainment for a great price. Lots undercover so still great if it rains. Tons to see and do including stroking animals, feeding lambs, tractor rides, and even taking home a fresh egg. Ticket can include entry to the soft play too which was amazing."  - Tripadvisor review, December 2025

"As a new mummy and daddy, visiting Ash End Farm with our 1-year-old daughter has been a truly special experience. My daughter absolutely adores getting up close with the animals — who all seem so calm, friendly and well cared for. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the daily activity timetable adds so much value." - Tripadvisor review, April 2026

"Lovely little farm with lots of animals and interesting activities for the children to do. Good value for the entry to farm and play barn and lots to do for all ages." - Tripadvisor review, June 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance?
Booking is not compulsory but is recommended for busy weekends and bank holidays to guarantee entry. Walk-ins are welcome and the farm will always try to accommodate you. You can book with confidence - Ash End has a flexible refund and rescheduling policy.

What's included in the ticket price?
Every paying child receives a free bucket of animal feed plus access to all included activities: tractor trailer ride, sit-on pony and groom, chick chat and egg collect, bunny stroking, Creepy Critters Barn, Falconry and three outdoor play areas. Activities run on rotation every hour so you won't miss out.

Is the Big Play Barn included?
The Big Play Barn is not included in the standard farm ticket, but you can buy a COMBI ticket (£18.45 per child, £14.95 per adult) which covers both the farm and two hours in the play barn - a cheaper option than booking both separately. The play barn can also be booked as a standalone visit.

What are the play barn opening times?
The Big Play Barn is open 9am–6.30pm year-round, with its café serving hot food until around 5.30pm - so you can start or finish your visit there with a COMBI ticket, even after the farm has closed for the day.

Is it suitable in wet weather?
Yes - the majority of animals and activities at Ash End are undercover, making it a great all-weather children's farm near Coventry.

Are babies free?
Children under 12 months enter free but activities are not included. If you'd like your baby to take part in farm activities such as the pony sit-on or egg collect, book them as a paying child.

Is there a carer discount?
Yes. In-family carers can book a discounted rate (typically £5 less than standard adult entry) - please bring a DLA/PIP letter dated within the last 12 months or a valid ACCESS/NIMBUS card with +1 symbol. Employed carers attending with a client enter free with a valid staff badge. Full details on the website.

Is there a Blue Light discount?
Yes - on most standard weekends there is a Blue Light discount of approximately 15%. Book via the Blue Light booking portal here.

Is there parking?
Yes - free parking is available on site.

Are dogs allowed?
Trained assistance dogs are welcome, subject to assessment by the duty manager on arrival.