Visit a welcoming community farm offering free entry to meet animals, explore nature, and enjoy hands-on learning experiences for all ages and abilities.

Bill Quay Community Farm is a fully functional, inclusive farm that welcomes families and visitors of all abilities. Set in a nurturing environment, the farm provides opportunities to interact with a variety of animals, including alpacas and emus, while enjoying outdoor spaces perfect for relaxation and exploration. The site operates as both an educational centre and community space, combining the therapeutic benefits of animal care with beautiful natural surroundings. Visitors can enjoy hands-on experiences including animal care, horticulture, and nature exploration. The farm features an Ice Cream Kiosk (closed Mondays and Tuesdays) where guests can purchase refreshments, coffees, teas, and hot chocolate. Animal feed is available for purchase at £1.50 per bag, allowing visitors to directly engage with the farm's residents. Open seven days a week from 10am to 4pm with free entry, Bill Quay Farm is ideal for families seeking a peaceful outdoor experience. The welcoming, inclusive atmosphere makes it suitable for children of all ages, including those with additional needs, alongside adults looking to unwind and connect with nature.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

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Wiki 1233

a month ago

a lovely day out! friendly staff & the cutest animals! easy to navigate your way around too, would note the animal food is cash only!

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Reza Shahsavan

3 months ago

the farm and the place is nice itself also the animals are all so sweet andlovely, but unfortunately I think the service is not good, most of the animals were too hungary specially the ones who not eats grass. Chickens, Goose and ostriches. worst animal care ever seen.

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Maddy Bloomfield

6 months ago

We had a lovely hour here with our one year old. The animals are cheery and friendly when feeding them and seem well cared for.

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M Alz

9 months ago

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Lovely Family Day Out! Bill Quay Farm is such a beautiful, peaceful place. The animals are friendly, the staff are kind, and my kids absolutely loved it! The café is great too — perfect coffee and ice cream. A wonderful spot for families to relax and enjoy nature. Highly recommended! 🐑🌿☕

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Stephanie McIntyre

2 years ago

We visited this week and what a lovely welcome we had. Staff were very friendly and enthusiastic. The animals were even friendlier, especially one particular goat and alpaca. We petted bunnies, cuddled a goat, fed the pigs, and enjoyed a picnic taking in the views of the Tyne. Not many places are free these days, but this was a refreshing change, for a small donation. I look forward to seeing how this farm grows in the future with the help and support of future donations.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026