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Bush Farm Bison Centre.Bush Farm Bison Centre
A place of peace with animals in their near natural state. Explore the farm trail and woodland gardens; discover herds of bison, elk and red deer; see groups of prairie dogs, chipmunks and racoons; or have fun in the children's playground and farmyard.

Cholderton Charlie's FarmCholderton Charlie’s Farm
Cholderton Charlie’s Rare Breeds Farm Park is fun for all the family!! There are interactive activities with the animals; tractor rides (weather permitting); indoor and outdoor adventure play areas; pedal tractors; sandpits and so much more! Why not enjoy a homemade cake in our cafe and finish in the shop.

Farmer Giles FarmsteadFarmer Giles Farmstead
Ideal for child-friendly days out, with lambs and kid goats to bottle feed, ponies to ride, rabbits to cuddle and donkeys to groom. Plus tractor rides and vast play areas inside and out. Birthday parties, school visits and groups especially welcome.

The Hawk Conservancy TrustHawk Conservancy Trust 
The Hawk Conservancy Trust is a conservation charity and award winning visitor centre that has for many years worked in the fields of conservation, education, rehabilitation and research of birds of prey. Set in 22 acres of woodland and wildflower meadow, there are over 150 birds of prey on view, from the tiny Pygmy Owl to the impressive Steller’s Sea Eagles!  Many of these birds are involved in our spectacular daily flying demonstrations, whilst others are part of important breeding or environmental enrichment projects. Every visitor can hold a British bird of prey and there are extra activities during weekends and school holidays for our younger visitors. Allow at least half a day for your visit as there is so much to see and do! Special events include Owls by Moonlight and Flying Experience/Photographic Days. Gift Vouchers available. Ample free parking. Coffee Shop. Gift Shop. Telephone: 01264 773850. Website: www.hawkconservancy.org.

Lackham Country Park
Don't miss Lackham's Lambing Weekends, held every March, which also give visitors the chance to explore the beautiful grounds.

LongleatLongleat 
Longleat, regarded as the UK's No. 1 Safari, is just getting better and better as new attractions, new animals and new ticket offers become available.

Explore Jungle Kingdom, a multi-million pound new attraction. Go walkabout in the UK’s first walkthrough meerkat enclosure, hand feed the Rainbow Lorikeets and enjoy the antics of the monkeys in Monkey Temple!

Explore the world famous Safari Park and get to see some of its new inhabitants. From male lions and white rhino that will be joining the existing collection, to cheetah and wildebeest which arrived in the park during the 2011 season… your safari journey really will get better and better!

Take a trip on Jungle Cruise - a sea lion escorted boat trip around Gorilla Island or journey on the Jungle Express, a re-themed railway experience taking you past Jungle Kingdom.

Hunters of the Sky, a new birds of prey show is being brought to Longleat by the Hawk Conservancy Trust. This spectacular display of eagles, kites, vultures and owls will fill the skies over Longleat.

And that’s not all… ROAR returns to CBBC for a brand new series this autumn, starting at 7.45am on Monday 31 October 2011.

For further information please visit www.longleat.co.uk or telephone 01985 844400

Studley Grange Butterfly World and Craft Village
Studly Grange Butterfly World received three new residents on Monday 19th April. Three male Asian Otters were introduced to the new Architect designed enclosure and are waiting for your visit. We have also noticed a larger number of young caterpillars so far this spring and these are now growing away nicely, which will mean a good flight of butterflies this year. And to make sure you don't miss out on some of our most popular activities, we have introduced fixed times for some of our animals this year: 
10.30 Feeding time for farmyard favourites
11.30 Feeding time for the otters
12.30 Meet a reptile in the main hot house*
1.30 Feeding time for the otters
2.30 Meet the rabbit or guinea pig in the paddock (weather permitting)*
3.30 Feeding time for the otters
* Weekends, school and bank holidays only

Roves Farm

A great family day out, come rain or shine! There are lots of indoor and outdoor facilities to entertain everyone, from the very young to the older generation. Roves Farm is a 166 hectare working, mixed, open farm situated 3 miles East of Swindon. 

A full programme of events throughout the day include:

Meet and Feed the Animals                                                                                                                                                 Animal Racing during weekends and school holidays                                                                                                  Free Tractor and Trailer Rides and Pedal Tractors                                                                                                     Children’s Crafty Sessions                                                                                                                                               Heated Indoor Soft Play and Sand                                                                                                                                        Activity Barn with Giant Slide, Ball Pond and Bouncy Castle                                                                                               2 Acre Living Willow Maze and Outdoor Adventure Play                                                                                                Giant Straw Bale Stack with Tunnels

Different Themed Weeks during the school holidays include: The Three Little Pigs, Easter Bunny, Scarecrows, The Hungry Caterpillar, Bear Hunt, Robin Hood, Sunflowers and Pumpkins! Additionally, Teddy Bear’s Picnic runs every Friday during term time. For more information see www.rovesfarm.co.uk or telephone 01793 763939.