Thornham Road, Methwold, near Thetford, Norfolk
Cherry Tree Farm, Methwold
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5.4
Wildland
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Why it's Wildland
5.4A small family farm that grew from a handful of pygmy goats into a hands-on visitor attraction, with animal care and therapeutic sessions part of its story.
This is a personal, animal-focused farm visit rather than a conventional wildlife reserve. Its family-run origins and hands-on animal experiences give it a clear character, though it is a modest day-out destination rather than a wild landscape.
Family-buzz · Cosy
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Open mapThornham Road, Methwold, near Thetford, Norfolk
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The experience
Plan a visit around meeting the farm animals and, if available and booked, joining a farm tour or a hands-on goat experience. Check current activities and arrangements with the farm before setting out.
Things to do
Meet the farm animals
The farm’s own account describes its growth around pygmy goats and other animals. A venue listing reports animal encounters including goats, ponies, rabbits, guinea pigs, donkeys, llamas and chickens; check which animals and interactions are available on your visit.
Ask about a farm tour
The farm’s Instagram description invites visitors to book a farm tour. Confirm availability and booking arrangements directly.
Find out about animal-assisted sessions
The farm describes sessions in which people referred for support spend time with animals, including holding, grooming, stroking or brushing them. Ask the farm whether any such sessions are open to visitors or require referral.
Make a day of it
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Meet the farm animals
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Check the farm’s current opening and admission arrangements.
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Ask which animals visitors can meet on the day.
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Follow the farm team’s instructions when interacting with animals.
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Make it a farm-tour visit
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Contact the farm to check whether a tour is available and whether it needs booking.
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Visit and meet the animals included in the day’s arrangements.
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Ask about any animal-care or hands-on activities currently offered.
Verified history
Cherry Tree Farm’s account says it began after Tracy and her family moved back to Methwold. Two pygmy goats, Jake and Josh, sparked a growing interest in goats; later, the farm expanded to include other animals and developed petting-farm and animal-assisted activities. The farm also describes an original plan to provide breaks and care for people affected by dementia, which did not proceed as intended after funding for cabins was lost during the Covid period.
Hidden details
The farm’s beginnings with two pygmy goats — The farm’s own story identifies Jake and Josh as the two young goats that started Tracy’s enthusiasm for keeping goats.
A therapeutic purpose behind the farm — The farm describes developing animal sessions to help people build confidence and feel more at ease. Ask the farm what is currently available and who can take part.
When to go
· Check current opening and activity times with the farm.
The supplied sources do not establish a best season or seasonal opening pattern.
Check the forecast and ask the farm about current conditions and any weather-dependent activities before travelling.
What to look for
Ask about the animals currently available to meet and whether a farm tour or animal-care session is running on the day.
Best time to go
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How long to spend
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Perfect for
Families · Young children · Animal lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 10am-3pm
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 10am-3pm
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: 10am-3pm
- Saturday: 10am-3pm
- Sunday: 10am-3pm
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Opening & access
A family-run petting farm offering animal visits and farm tours. Check the farm’s website or contact the farm before visiting for current admission, booking and access details.
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance. Check directly about the accessibility of paths and animal-interaction areas.
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Cost
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