Sunday April 25, 2010

 Old Mac Donalds Farm, Brentwood, Essex, UK

Today we visited Old Mac Donalds Farm Education and Leisure Park, which is located near Brentwood in Essex, this is about 5 minutes from junction 28 of the M25.

We were there about three hours, but if you have children who enjoy play areas, indoors and out, you could happily stay there a lot longer. If you are visiting with a chid with special needs, do not forget to ask about special rates, as one of the adults can gain entry at a reduced rate as a carer. This is not advertised but we have been told by others to ask at theme parks and attractions, as most have some type of special rate available.

Our first stop was to the Farm Yard Cafe, as much needed refreshment was needed after our journey. Prices were very reasonable, and even went back later for a sandwich and a bagette which are prepared freshly there, the only down point was the staff could be a bit more friendly and enthusiastic.

We noticed many places to sit outside and under cover around the site if you wanted to bring a picnic

               Samuel practicing signing 'pig' at the piggy pen

After our break we started walking round and the first stop was the piggys. Samuel was a little unsure at first but soon was happy and even practiced signing Pig.

I like the piggys!!!

Near the piggys were some lovely baby lambs, Samuel liked these, and next to them was a familiar face, we think it was Alexander from the 'ComparetheMeerkat.com' advert :->

Its Alexander!!!!

See no evil, hear no evil speak no evil

Samuel signing 'Donkey'

I like your horse Daddy

"I can stand Mummy!"

Having fun with Daddy

Samuel on the tractor ride

We really enjoyed ourselves at Old Mac Donald's Farm and can recommend a visit, we certainly will be returning again soon.