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Sheldon Country Park

Parks & Walks

Sheldon Country Park covers an area of just over 300 acres. It is made up of open grassland, wetlands, old hedgerows and some mature woodland.

Airport viewing area at Sheldon Country Park 

  • Opening Hours: The farm and tea room are open Monday - Sunday 10:30am - 4pm.
  • Location: Sheldon Country Park, Ragley Drive, Sheldon, B26 3TU

Airport Viewing Area

Birmingham International Airport borders the park, so if you're interested in seeing aeroplanes close up you can visit the designated viewing area. It lies approximately a quarter of a mile away from the farm buildings and can only be accessed on foot (no motor vehicles).

Playground

There is a playground near the main entrance off Ragley Drive. It has swings, slides and 2 climbing frames - suitable for kids of all ages.

Farm

The Old Rectory Farm has been fully restored and operates as a demonstration farm, showing traditional methods of farming. Animals kept at the farm include Jersey cattle, pigs, goats, ponies, ducks, chickens and geese. The farm is open to visitors every day throughout the year and admission is free.

Farm opening times: Monday - Sunday 10:30am - 4pm

Tea Room

Serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams and lunch items. Plenty of seating inside and outside. 

Tea Room opening times: Monday - Sunday 10:30am - 4pm

Picnics at Sheldon Country Park

There are picnic areas within the park.

Walking or jogging routes

A 5km walking route is marked out in the park.

Accessibility

The ground is relatively flat and broad paths have been cut throughout the park to improve accessibility. A hard-surfaced nature trail can be accessed from the main car park.

Toilets

Toilets are located near the main farm building

Donations

Your kind donations help the Friends of Sheldon Country Park team with the constant upkeep and improving the site for future generations to come. Click here to make a donation.


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Opening Hours

Monday10:30 - 16:00
Tuesday10:30 - 16:00
Wednesday10:30 - 16:00
Thursday10:30 - 16:00
Friday10:30 - 16:00
Saturday10:30 - 16:00
Sunday10:30 - 16:00

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