Whitehouse Farm: A Family Day Out
A guide to Whitehouse Farm Centre near Morpeth — Northumberland's largest family farm attraction, with 40 acres of animals, play areas, tractor rides, and hands-on activities.
Whitehouse Farm Centre is Northumberland's largest family-run farm attraction — a 40-acre site packed with animals, outdoor play, tractor rides, and hands-on activities. Located just south of Morpeth and a mile off the A1, it is one of the most popular family days out in the region and keeps children entertained for hours.
What is Whitehouse Farm?
Whitehouse Farm is a working farm that has been developed into a visitor attraction, offering families the chance to get close to animals, learn about farming, and burn off energy in extensive indoor and outdoor play areas. It has been operating as a visitor centre for many years and has won multiple awards for its family-friendly approach.
The farm is home to a wide variety of animals including rare breeds, and the emphasis is on interaction — children can handle small animals, groom goats and ponies, feed lambs (seasonally), and watch bird of prey displays.
Best for: One ticket covers everything — animals, play areas, tractor rides, and activities. No hidden extras.
Animals
The farm houses an impressive collection of animals, including:
- Farm animals — sheep, goats, pigs, cattle, ponies, donkeys, and poultry, including rare breeds
- Small animals — rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other creatures available for handling sessions
- Birds of prey — daily displays with owls, hawks, and falcons
- Meerkats — interactive talks and feeds throughout the day
- Reptiles — Critter Encounters sessions with snakes, lizards, and other exotic animals
Animal activities run throughout the day at no additional charge. These include small animal handling, bird of prey displays, meerkat talks, and seasonal bottle feeding of lambs. Check the daily schedule on arrival for timings.
Play Areas
Whitehouse Farm has invested heavily in play facilities for different age groups:
- Outdoor adventure play — climbing frames, slides, and assault courses
- Indoor soft play — covered play area for rainy days and younger children
- Trampolines and bouncy castles — seasonal outdoor inflatables
- Sand pits — digging areas popular with toddlers
- Go-karts — pedal-powered karts on a dedicated track
- Mazes — hedge and hay bale mazes (seasonal)
The combination of animal experiences and play facilities means most families spend a full day here.
Tractor Rides
Regular tractor and trailer rides run throughout the day, taking visitors on a tour around the farm. These are included in the admission price and are popular with children of all ages. The ride gives a sense of the farm's scale and offers views across the Northumberland countryside.
Seasonal Events
Whitehouse Farm runs special events throughout the year:
- Lambing season (spring) — watch newborn lambs and bottle-feed them
- Easter — egg hunts and spring activities
- Summer holidays — extended opening and additional activities
- Halloween — spooky-themed events and pumpkin picking
- Christmas — Santa's grotto and festive activities (booking usually required)
These events are extremely popular and often sell out in advance, so check the website and book early for seasonal specials.
Practical Information
| Detail | Info | |---|---| | Address | North Whitehouse Farm, Morpeth, NE61 6AW | | Phone | 01670 789998 | | Getting there | Just off the A1, south of Morpeth. Well signposted | | Parking | Free on site | | Food | On-site cafe serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and drinks | | Dogs | Not permitted (assistance dogs excepted) |
Tickets and Pricing
Your entrance ticket covers access to all animals, play areas, tractor rides, and daily activities. There are no hidden extras apart from optional animal food bags (around one pound per bag) available on arrival.
Tickets can be purchased online in advance or on the gate (subject to availability). Walk-in tickets carry a small surcharge of one pound per person. During busy periods such as school holidays, check availability by calling ahead, as walk-ins may not be guaranteed.
For current prices and opening hours, visit the Whitehouse Farm Centre website.
Tips for Your Visit
- Book online to guarantee entry and avoid the walk-in surcharge
- Arrive early — the farm opens in the morning and you will need a full day to see everything
- Bring wellies — it is a working farm and some areas can be muddy, especially after rain
- Check the daily schedule on arrival so you do not miss the bird of prey displays or feeding times
- Pack suncream and layers — much of the attraction is outdoors
Best for: A full day out for families with children of all ages — one of Northumberland's best-loved attractions.
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