The summer holidays have finally arrived!
With so much going on at the Farm, there’s never been a better time to discover our beautiful countryside space in the glorious Vale of Glamorgan.
What can you expect at Amelia Trust farm?
We’ll be open every day throughout the summer holidays for Farm visits! There are 20 different species of animals for you to see, including pigs, donkeys, goats, sheep, a Shetland pony, alpacas, rabbits, and reptiles! There’s an outdoor park for children to let off some steam, and plenty of open space. Will you spot the sunflowers dotted around the site for our Summer Sunflower Trail?
Venture into our wonderful woodland, see the wildlife, wander down to the pond, and see if you can spy any gnomes or fairies on your way!
The Green Leaf Café serves lunch, snacks, ice cream for yourself and your 4-legged friend, and a variety of hot and cold drinks!
We’ll also have a number of special event days running throughout the holidays, to help us raise more money for our lovely charity. It’s the support from our visitors that helps us continue to run the GROW programme to help give our young people a brighter future by taking care of the animals, and keep the Farm open for everyone to enjoy.
Feel Good Friday – Friday 25th July
Unwind, relax, and recharge on Feel Good Friday!
When the world is full of devices, social media, and endless screen time, let’s put time aside to take a break from technology. During our Feel Good Friday, we want you to spend time going back to the basics – enjoying playing outside, seeing animals, exploring the woods, and chatting to friends and family.
Enjoy a nature walk around the woodland and spend some therapeutic time with our small fluffy animals. Experience the calming effect of music and sound waves with our professional Yoga, Sound & Energy Practitioner, Ashley. Get creative in the craft room and enjoy fun story time with Barry Library. Get your face painted in your very own style – why not add some sparkle too!
Say hello to the RSPB who will be here to chat all things birds – from protecting habitats, to helping the birds in your garden to thrive.
As well as our additional activities, you’ll also be able to see our lovely animals, play in the outdoor park, have a go at our seasonal trail, and explore our lovely woodland.
Tickets for our Feel Good Friday when bought online:
£7.50
Tickets must be bought for all adults and children over the age of 2. Tickets bought at the gate will be £8.70 per person.
Dog show – Saturday 2nd august
We are incredibly excited to be hosting the Amelia Trust Dog Show with Blue Ridge Canine Academy on Saturday 2nd August 2025!
Dogs of all shapes and sizes are welcome to enter as many categories as you’d like, and we’ll be selecting a winner and runner up for each.
We’ll have fantastic displays from Blue Ridge Canine Academy for you and your pups to enjoy, and there will be stalls from local dog businesses. While you’re at the Farm, make sure you explore our site and get to know the woodland – it’s perfect for dog walks!
Programme for the Day
12pm – Agility Display by Blue Ridge Canine Academy
12:30pm – Agility ‘Come and try’ (Open for anyone to enter)
1pm – Best ‘Looky-Likey’ competition (Open for anyone to enter)
1:30pm – Dog obedience skills demonstration by Blue Ridge Canine Academy
2pm – Best Recall & Down competition demonstrated by Blue Ridge Canine Academy
2:30pm – Best sausage catcher competition (Open for anyone to enter)
3pm – Search & Scent work display by Blue Ridge Canine Academy
3:30pm – Dog show competition (Open for anyone to enter, categories include Best Female and Best Male)
4pm – Best in Show (Open for anyone to enter)
Timings may be subject to change
Tickets to watch the Dog Show when bought online:
£5 per person
Tickets must be bought for all adults and children over the age of 2. Tickets bought at the gate will be £6 per person.
Tickets to enter a category of the Dog Show:
£4 per dog
Once you have selected your Dog Show tickets, you’ll have the option to pay to enter as many categories of the Dog Show as you’d like.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Amelia Trust Farm!
Fluffy Friends Day – Thursday 7th August
Amelia Trust Farm is a safe space for little ones to meet new animals, play in the fresh air, and have outdoor adventures! We know that lots of our little visitors love seeing our smaller fluffy animals, and during Fluffy Friends day, you’ll be able to pop into the Animal Centre to meet our rabbits, guinea pigs, and ferrets. Our Animal Care team will be there from to tell you more about our fluffy friends, give you a chance to get to know them, and of course, for you to give them a cuddle.
Get creative in the craft room and enjoy fun story time with Barry Library. Get your face painted in your very own style – why not add some sparkle too! Enjoy a tractor ride through the fields to see what you can find (weather depending).
Don’t forget to head over to the craft room!
Tickets for Fluffy Friends Day when bought online:
Individual Tickets: £8.50
Group Tickets for 4 People: £30.50
Tickets must be bought for all adults and children over the age of 2. Tickets bought at the gate will be £9.50 per person or £34 for a group of 4.
Bee Happy Day – Tuesday 12th August
From wandering the woodland to spotting birds at the pond, we want our visitors to enjoy all of the benefits that come with spending time outside. During Bee Happy Day, you can find out more about the local animals and wildlife on your doorstep and spend a few hours getting lost in nature.
Here’s what to expect during the day:
- A member of our Animal Care team will be in the Animal Centre to tell you more about our small animals, including our rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, degus, and of course, our reptiles.
- Get creative in the craft room and enjoy fun story time with Barry Library.
- Get your face painted in your very own style – why not add some sparkle too!
- There will be talks about honeybees, Solitary Bees and Bumble Bees and their lifestyle from Cardiff, Vale and Valleys Beekeepers.
- Talks about Beekeeping and the equipment and training needed to become a Beekeeper.
- The opportunity to taste local honey.
You’ll also be able to have a go at our seasonal trail, see the animals, and enjoy the outdoor park.
Tickets for Bee Happy Day when bought online:
Individual Tickets: £7.50
Group Tickets for 4 People: £27
Tickets must be bought for all adults and children over the age of 2. Tickets bought at the gate will be £8.50 per person or £30.50 for a group of 4.
Nature Day – Thursday 21st August
From wandering the woodland to spotting birds at the pond, we want our visitors to enjoy all of the benefits that come with spending time outside. During Nature Day, you can find out more about the local animals and wildlife on your doorstep, and spend a few hours getting lost in nature.
Here’s what to expect during the day:
- A member of our Animal Care team will be in the Animal Centre to tell you more about our small animals, including our rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, degus, and of course, our reptiles
- You’ll be able to join in with a guided woodland walk, where you’ll find out more about the creatures that crawl, fly, can call the woodland home
- Say hello to Caerphilly Hedgehog Rescue and learn about how to support the Native UK Hedgehog population, by Rescuing, Rehabilitating and Releasing sick, injured or orphaned hedgehogs back to the wild.
- Get creative in the craft room and enjoy fun story time with Barry Library.
- Have your face painted in your very own style – why not add some sparkle too!
You’ll also be able to have a go at our seasonal trail, see the animals, and enjoy the outdoor park.
Tickets for Nature Day when bought online:
Individual Tickets: £7.50
Group Tickets for 4 People: £27
Tickets must be bought for all adults and children over the age of 2. Tickets bought at the gate will be £8.50 per person or £30.50 for a group of 4.
Teddy Bear’s Picnic – Friday 29th august
Come along with all your friends and family to see the animals, play in the park, and explore the woodland.
Get your face painted in your very own style – why not add some sparkle too!
Enjoy a tractor ride through the fields to see what you can find (weather depending). We will have a colouring station, lawn games, and the Sunny Sunflower trail will be up and running too – a lovely activity for the whole family!
Bring your favourite teddies for a teddy bear health check, pack your picnic, and enjoy a day at Amelia Trust Farm.
Tickets for Teddy Bear’s Picnic when bought online:
Individual Tickets: £8.50
Group Tickets for 4 People: £30.50
Tickets must be bought for all adults and children over the age of 2. Tickets bought at the gate will be £9.50 per person or £34 for a group of 4.
Be a Farmer for the day
A full day of fun at the Farm that is perfect for animal enthusiasts to experience life on a Care Farm. This is aimed at children aged 8-12 years old.
Children will spend the day in a small group with one of our Animal Care Team, helping to complete essential tasks around the Farm. The day will be split into 3 sessions with a morning break and a break for lunch. Children can expect to get stuck in with a variety of different activities, and can ask as many questions during the day as they would like!
What to expect..
- 15 minute: Introduction and Safety talk
- 1 hour: Breakfast time for the animals
- 15 minutes: Short break
- 1 hour: Time with the equines – meet our beautiful pony and donkeys!
- Half an hour: Lunch break
- 1 hour: Enrichment with the small animals
For the safety of our animals and visitors, tickets are very limited and will be booked on a first come, first served basis, so make sure you’re quick!
£39 per child
£35 per child with an annual pass
When?
Saturday 26th July 10am – 2pm
Saturday 9th August 10am – 2pm
Sunday 17th August 10am – 2pm
Saturday 23rd August 10am – 2pm
Share The Love With The Small Animals
During this 30 minute activity, children will get the chance to meet and interact with some of our smaller fluffy animals. A member of our Animal Care Team will lead the session and children will be able to hold and stroke some of our small animals. They’ll have the chance to ask questions and learn all about these little cute creatures.
Meet the Small Animals is an ideal introduction to animals, especially if you are considering getting a pet. Being with animals is a great way to build confidence and relax.
Please note: This activity is for children aged 4 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult, but adults will not need a ticket for the Meet the Small Animals session but everyone visiting the Farm will need an entrance ticket.
For the safety of our animals and visitors, tickets are very limited and will be booked on a first come, first served basis, so make sure you’re quick!
When?
Tuesday 29th July 11:30am – 12pm
Friday 1st August 11:30am – 12pm
Monday 4th August 11:30am – 12pm
Sunday 10th August 11:30am – 12pm
Saturday 16th August 11:30am – 12pm
How Much?
Step 1: Book Entrance Tickets for your group
Entry tickets must be bought for every member of your party (over 2 years of age).
£5.50 Entrance Ticket including a donation
£5 Entrance Ticket excluding a donation
Step 2: Book Meet the Small Animals Tickets
Meet the Small Animal tickets must be bought for each child participating. Once you have booked your tickets, you will receive an confirmation email with a link to an event registration form. You must complete this form as soon as possible.
£5 Share The Love With The Small Animals Ticket
Please note that tickets must be booked in advance on the website. We are not able to give refunds and tickets are non-transferrable.
Share The Love With The Reptiles
During this 30 minute activity, children will get the chance to meet and interact with some of our fascinating reptiles. A member of our Animal Care Team will lead the session and children will be able to get up close and personal with our lizards and snake. They’ll have the chance to ask questions and learn all about these unusual creatures.
It’s a great opportunity for children to get used to reptiles and remove the ‘fear factor’.
Please head to the Animal Centre 10 minutes before so you are ready to meet the reptiles.
Please note: This activity is for children aged 4 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Your tickets include entry to the Farm where you can see the animals, play in the outdoor park, explore the woodland, discover wildlife and stop in the Green Leaf Café for refreshments. Spending time at Amelia Trust Farm is all about having fun in nature and we’d love you to join us!
When?
Sunday 3rd August 11:30am – 12pm & 2pm – 2:30pm.
How much?
Entry plus £5 per child participating in the activity.
Adults will not need a ticket for the Meet the Reptiles session but everyone visiting the Farm will need an entrance ticket.
