Lancaster Park & Animal Farm
🏟 Farm park · Chadderton, Manchester
Lancaster Park & Animal Farm
A family-run children's farm in Chadderton near Oldham with animals to feed, two play areas, a nature walk, dinosaur trail and a train ride.
🕑 Opening & entry
🌱 Open 9.30am-4pm Friday to Sunday, and every day through the school holidays. Check the website before travelling for seasonal and event changes.
Prices: Admission £8.50 adults and £8.50 children; babies under 12 months free (per the operator, may vary).
📍 Location & directions
🗺️ Show map ▾
Address: Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham, OL1 2TG
Plus Code: 9C5VGVH9+QC
About Lancaster Park & Animal Farm
Lancaster Park & Animal Farm is a family-run children's farm on Middleton Road in Chadderton, on the Oldham side of Greater Manchester, and a well-reviewed day out that has earned a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice award. Families can meet, touch and feed a wide range of friendly, well-cared-for animals, with plenty of baby animals to see depending on the season. Beyond the farmyard there are two children's play areas and a nature walk fitted with swings, slides and zip lines, plus a trail dotted with dinosaur statues, crocodiles and a pirate ship that keeps children exploring. A caterpillar train ride adds to the fun, and there are picnic areas with seating as well as a kiosk and snack van selling ice creams, hot drinks and simple hot food such as chips and hotdogs. The farm opens Friday to Sunday from 9.30am to 4pm and every day during the school holidays, making it an easy weekend or holiday trip. It is conveniently placed opposite Mills Hill train station with several bus routes stopping outside, and there is on-site parking for those arriving by car.
⭐ What makes this place special
- Picnic areas with seating
- Snack kiosk
🏞 Facilities
- Parking: Yes – on-site parking; located opposite Mills Hill train station with buses stopping outside.
- Toilets on site
- Café / refreshments
🧒 Ages & play
- Ages: Toddlers to primary-age children
- Animals to see, touch and feed
- Two children's play areas
- Nature walk with swings, slides and zip lines
- Dinosaur statues and pirate ship
- Caterpillar train ride
📍 Nearby places to play
- Werneth Park · approx 0.3 miles · Werneth
- Foxdenton Park · approx 1.1 miles · Chadderton
- Alexandra Park · approx 1.2 miles · Glodwick
Explore more:
❓ Frequently asked questions
How much is Lancaster Park & Animal Farm?
Admission is £8.50 for adults and £8.50 for children, with babies under 12 months free. Check the website for the latest prices before visiting.
What animals are there?
There are lots of friendly farm animals to see, touch and feed, with plenty of baby animals at certain times of year.
Is it good for toddlers?
Yes. There are two play areas, a nature walk with swings and slides, a dinosaur trail and a train ride, so it suits toddlers and young children well.
Do I need to book?
Booking is not generally required for standard visits, but check the website for opening days and any event dates before travelling.
Where is it / parking?
It is on Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham OL1 2TG, opposite Mills Hill train station with buses outside and on-site parking.