Alpaca & Goat Experiences
Animal Magic. Relax or rediscover your inner child when
you come to meet our fur family at Flowerdew.
We believe animal therapy is a powerful tool ,
which benefits our mental and physical wellbeing.
Come spend time with our animals, they will
help calm your nervous system and
put a smile on your face!
Get ready for the alpacalypse.
You’re gonna need a bigger Goat!
Animal Experiences & Wellbeing Sessions.
Come meet our fur family.
We offer various experiences, so you can get up close and learn all about our animals.
Offering meet and greet, wellness sessions,
paca picnics, educational sessions, mini farmer clubs and voluntary positions.
We can tailor to seasonal events, workshops, or a special occasion.
You are just not allowed to take them home, but you could adopt!
Animal Experience
Come meet our Alpacas and Pygmy Goats + new additions our twin baby pygmys - SO CUTE
Time: 10.30am - Noon (daily)
We offer various experiences, so you can get up close and learn all about our animals. Come for a half hour taster session with our Alpacas or book a full hour and half experience with Alpacas and Goats.
You get to feed them, get a nose boop and cuddle and learn about great animal welfare and their amazing fleece and products.
Complimentary drink and wellness practice included.
Health and safety included.
Please bring good boots or wellies or trainers to go into our boot wash and clothes you do not mind getting dirty. Bring sun hat/ layers for all weather.
Let us know if you have any special requirements , we support mental health recovery and SEND; notify us of any allergies to nuts or hay,
Alpaca and Goat Session ( A1 1/2 hour )
Adults 15.00
Kids 10.00
Carers 50% off
Special Occasion? Private and group bookings:
We know how much you want to hang with your friends or family and have a special experience. We can book 1:1 and private sessions for your special occasion. We can even theme it for you. Pricing on request.
*If its a special occasion we can arrange some extra treats, email to find out more.
*Please bring wellies and boots
*Layers or waterproofs for all weather
*Under 4 must be booked in with an adult
*larger groups can be catered to email for more information.
*group size 8 - 14 max
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Paca, Pygmies, Picnics
& Procesecco (Or Nosecco/Apple Juice)
✨ Come and enjoy nature, the outdoors and celebrate
National Picnic Week at Flowerdew Farm. ✨
15th June -20th June
Monday 15th to Friday 19th June
1.00pm -3.00pm
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Saturday 20th
1pm - 3pm
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Escape the ordinary and step into nature for a magical picnic experience surrounded by our friendly alpacas and playful pygmy goats!
Bring along your favourite BYO picnic and enjoy two blissful hours in our cosy picnic space, complete with a glass of prosecco or nosecco, or apple juice for kids.
Unwind, relax, play, and soak up the gentle charm of our animals right beside you. Yes, you even get some feed to share over the fence with our animals.
Nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views over the Bride Valley—just 10 minutes from Bridport, 20 minutes from Dorchester, and moments from the iconic Jurassic Coast.
Price per person
Includes 2 x hour picnic slot next to our animals + BYO picnic + 1 x small individual bottle each
Adults 10.00 pounds
Kids 8.00pounds
Optional Extra:
Hire BBQ 5.00 pounds
Logs 15.00 pounds
*note pre-book BBQ & Logs to ensure availability
*Please note this does not include meeting or
our animals, if you would like to book to meet them,
let us know on booking and we will let you know
the small additional fee for your booking and guests.
**Well behaved dogs on leads at all times are welcome.
**What if it rains, we also have. acovered stables rest area you are welcome to use.
Limited spaces available, must pre book.
One car per booking.
Book your unforgettable evening with the pacas and
pygmies now—nature, nibbles, and a
touch of sparkle await! 🦙✨
Schools Out - Summer Mini Farmers Activity & Camp Out .
Summer Schools Out Mini Farmers Activity and Summer Camp Out.
HAF ( Holiday Arts and Food Program )
Schools Out – Summer Mini Farmers Activity and Camp Out at Flowerdew Farm This Summer Holidays.
Previously the HAF Holiday Arts & Food Programme, Now Schools Out Campaign is back — and Flowerdew Farm are proud to have received another grant to support children this Summer Holidays, alongside some limited fully paid places available too!
Your children can enjoy a FREE place using a HAF (Schools Out) code, and we’ll also have a limited number of fully paid places available at just £35 per child/adult.
We are really excited to announce that The Action Van will be with us as well on 1 September.
Join us at Flowerdew Farm for our wildly fun, hands-on Mini Farmers Sessions — where boots and wellies are a stomping, hands are getting crafty, and happy giggles and animal cuddles are guaranteed!
Dates:
Sunday 2 Aug
Tuesday 4 Aug
Tuesday 11 Aug
Sunday 16 Aug
Tuesday 18 Aug
Tuesday 25 Aug
Tuesday 1 September + Action Van
Time: 4 hour sessions - 1pm – 5pm
What to Expect…
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Outdoor adventures & classic farm games – including welly wanging, nature hide and seek and more! + Action van 1 September
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Nature, wildlife & animal-inspired crafts to take home a hot. Sensory air clay, drawing, flower crowns/nature wands, and more.
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Healthy meal included.
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Meet and feed and care for our adorable alpacas, pygmy goats & new baby goats
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Facepainting
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Nature exploration & inclusive activities designed for all needs
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Inclusive & Supportive | Ages 5–13
We proudly welcome children with SEND or SEMH support needs. Simply let us know confidentially when booking and we’ll ensure extra support is in place where needed.
HAF Funded Places
Schools Out / HAF codes can be used for multiple sessions. New Summer codes will be issued, so please check with Dorset Council for your latest code.
We’ll confirm your individual HAF code privately after your space is reserved.
No HAF Code?
Limited fully funded places are available at £35 per child/adult.
Camp out and sleep under the stars! Make It a Full Summer Adventure!
Why not extend the fun with a farm stay?
We also offer camping, campervan pitches, car tents and glamping stays — so you can wake up right next to the animals and turn your visit into a magical countryside getaway.
If you have a HAF code we will give you 10% off your stay.
Spaces are limited and always fill quickly — booking is essential!
Book Now:
Let’s make this Summer magical & full of nature & animal fun!
Health & Safety
Health and Safety briefing will be mandatory and provided before any animal experience.
With the invaluable support from Dorchester Volunteer Centre and Dorset Council Animal Welfare.
We have ensured safeguarding is in place for all our animals and guests and we are fully DBS checked.
We hold a “Keeping or training animals for exhibition” licence. Animal Welfare Licence No: 10037
The Dorset Council issued the licence with regard to the “Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018”
Each individual and group is risk assessed and we have measures in place so that all ages and abilities, can get up close and personal to our animals safely.
Thank you to all our visitors!
Carolyn
“Skyler really enjoyed it, and hasn't shut up to her new school about how lovely and relaxing she found being at your beautiful place.
Somehow she seems a little lighter in herself after the visit, to the point she no longer is as easily triggered by her brother (got his assessment accepted for ASD and ADHD at long last) and he also had a great time, and he's already asked if he can have an alpaca for his birthday "
Clare G
"Over the summer I visited Flowerdew Farm with my 10 year old daughter and her friend for a 'Paca Picnic' experience.We met with owner Claire who had exceptional knowledge of the Alpacas and immediately put the children at ease.
The girls learnt all about the Alpacas and were allowed to feed them and then wash them, which was great fun.
This was a completely unique experience and amazing to have something like this on our doorstep. The children learnt all about the eco side of the farm and had a chance to help with the willow dome which they enjoyed.
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Gill M
I had the greatest pleasure to attend a meet and greet with my young grandson who is Neuro divergent.
Claire was so kind and understanding, the animals gentle and responsive and the whole session had a positive and long lasting effect on my grandson.
As a neurologist myself I understand the huge benefit being outside in the countryside with animals can have on mental health, lowering cortisol levels and raising endorphins
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Dee B
My family and I were lucky enough to visit FlowerdewFarm recently. I have 5 children, aged 18, twins of 12, a 2-year-old and an 8-month-old. My eldest 3 children have autism and one with ADHD.
We saw posts about Flowerdew farm and how they support
those with additional needs. I feel its hugely important to give my children real life experiences, but it must be in a safe environment.
I've not visited before and was very pleasantly surprised at the ease we instantly felt at this lovely place. Claire has a very calming way about her that instantly makes us feel comfortable. My children felt confident enough to ask questions. They felt validated by their input and calmed by the cuddles of a beautiful alpaca and goats.
Claire and her lovely farm was a wonderful experience for my children. I felt that I could relax watching my children have fun and enjoy their time with the animals.
Claire has an empathy and understanding of special needs, which shows in how caring and
calm she is. Thank you“
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