Rice Lane City Farm
Our Animals
We have a variety of animals on the farm and you are welcome to come an visit them during our opening hours. We have Pigs, Cows, Chickens, Sheep and Goats.
Some of our animals are rescue animals for example our rabbits. If you would like to sponsor one of our animals please get in touch. Sponsoring an animal can make a huge difference and the animals you choose can be kept here as pets. You can receive regular updates and you can of course visit any time.
Some of our animals are rescue animals for example our rabbits. If you would like to sponsor one of our animals please get in touch. Sponsoring an animal can make a huge difference and the animals you choose can be kept here as pets. You can receive regular updates and you can of course visit any time.
Pigs
All of our pigs are rare breed British Saddlebacks. So called because of their distinctive black and white markings that look like they are wearing a saddle. We have six breeding females and one bore. Our sows will breed all year round so you may be lucky enough to see some of our lovely piglets when you come to visit.
Cows
We have our own herd of rare breed Red Polls. These are really wonderful cows. They are very intelligent and each have their own personalities. The main distinctive feature of a Red Poll is it's colour which is a beautiful chestnut red. Our herd consists of four females and one male who, just a baby was born in April 2011.
Sheep
We have a wonderful herd of Ryeland sheep. They are often referred to as teddies because of their rounded features. They are very cute and most of them are friendly. We have 16 breeding ewes and 1 breeding male. We also have 2 females and 1 male who frequently go out to meet the public at schools, shows and events.
Goats
We have 3 goats. Hairy, so called because she is very hairy, she is a Golden Gurnsey and Rolo and Fudge who are both Pigmy goats. They love to go for walks on the lead!
Rabbits
We have 4 rabbits at the moment and you are welcome to adopt or sponsor them.
Geese & Hens
We have a variety of geese and hens. The geese can be seen most days at their specially made pond which includes water features. You are welcome to bring some bread and feed them.
