18 Feb 2024
If you’re seeking a surefire way of squeezing every last kilojoule of energy out of your children this half-term break, then look no further than Willows Activity Farm.
A long-standing family favourite nestled on the outskirts of Colney Heath, Willows is really coming into its own again now the weather is taking a turn towards spring (the odd downpour aside) and this holiday they are proudly hosting their February Frolics event.
Held as part of the annual lambing season, it includes the opportunity to meet the farm’s newborn lambs, and if you’re really lucky, be there when some of them are actually born.
More than 40 pregnant ewes are expecting 35 sets of twins and 15 sets of triplets over the course of the month, and as many as possible have been timed for the February half-term period.
Other activities include shows with Bo Peep, the chance to create a sheep headband in the craft tent, and talks from the livestock team about the farm’s new woolly additions.
But a visit to Willows is so much more than just February Frolics. Our youngsters – aged four, eight and 11 – all found something to do there during the course of the day, from romping around the adventure park to jumping on the inflatable pillows, petting the farm’s cuddly guinea pigs or bouncing on the inflatables. Then there were the fairground rides, animal feeding, indoor artificial ice rink, digger park, prize quiz trail and awesome soft play to while away a few more hours. We arrived at around 11 and didn’t leave until 4.30, by which point all three were absolutely exhausted, guaranteeing an early night which definitely ticked the parents’ box for the day.
February Frolics takes place until February 25, so there’s still plenty of time to go this half-term. Tickets include all activities, shows and adventure play and can be purchased in advance online with savings on family tickets. For more information call 0333 331 2060, head to www.willowsactivityfarm.com
