Middleton Road West, Chadderton, Oldham OL1 2TG
Lancaster Park & Animal Farm
Farm park
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4.3
Wildland
2–3 hours
Time
Paid
Cost
Family-buzz
Feel
Why it's Wildland
4.3A family-run farm park built on land previously used as landfill, Lancaster Park opened in 2011. Its nature walk brings visitors close to farm animals, with play areas and activities along the way.
This is a lively, hands-on family outing rather than a quiet wild landscape. Its appeal is the combination of animal encounters and a half-mile nature circuit, with play stops that make the walk work particularly well for families with children.
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The experience
Allow around 2–3 hours for the animal areas and the nature circuit. Meet animals in the Petting Barn, follow the circuit to see animals and play areas, then pause at the picnic benches or refreshments kiosk. Check current opening days and activity availability before setting out.
Things to do
Meet animals in the Petting Barn
The official site invites visitors to meet, touch and feed animals, including rabbits and other farm and domesticated animals. Follow on-site guidance when interacting with them.
Follow the nature circuit
A supplied visitor account describes a circuit of approximately half a mile, passing animal areas and two playgrounds, with a bridge over the River Irk.
Allow time to explore; total visit is commonly described as 2–3 hours.
See the animals along the walk
The official site highlights animals including horses, sheep, rabbits and chickens, and says the farm has more than 50 species of farm and domesticated animals.
Take a play break
The official site describes two play areas with swings, slides and zip lines. Confirm current availability on arrival.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
Quick animal-and-play visit
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Start with the Petting Barn and animal areas.
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Follow part or all of the nature circuit to see the animals and play areas.
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Finish with a pause at the picnic benches or refreshments kiosk if available.
Half day · 2–3 hours
Make a half day of the farm
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Explore the Petting Barn and the animals near the entrance.
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Walk the approximately half-mile nature circuit, stopping at the animal areas and playgrounds.
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Cross the bridge over the River Irk and take a break at the picnic benches or kiosk.
Verified history
The official website says Lancaster Park & Animal Farm opened in 2011, founded by Benjamin Lancaster. It says the land had previously been used for landfill and that the farm is now looked after by his children and a team of staff and volunteers.
Hidden details
A changed landscape — The farm’s land was previously used as landfill, according to its official history—a notable part of the story behind the present-day animal farm and nature circuit.
The River Irk crossing — A supplied visitor account notes that a bridge on the nature circuit crosses the River Irk.
When to go
· Check the official website for current opening days and hours.
Opening days and hours vary by season and school holidays, so check the official website for the dates of your visit.
The nature circuit includes outdoor areas. Check the forecast and current site information before visiting.
What to look for
Along the nature circuit, look out for the bridge over the River Irk and the different animal paddocks. The official site also describes more than 50 species of farm and domesticated animals.
The story
The farm opened in 2011 on land previously used for landfill.
Best time to go
Check current opening days before visiting; the official site lists seasonal and school-holiday variations.
Check the official website for current opening days and seasonal hours before travelling.
How long to spend
2–3 hours
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Teens
Before you go
Address
Phone
Website
Listed hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: 9:30am-4pm
- Sunday: 9:30am-4pm
Check before visiting.
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Practical information
Opening & access
A family-run farm park in Chadderton. The source row lists a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. Check current opening arrangements before travelling.
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Parking
The source row lists a wheelchair-accessible car park. A supplied visitor account also describes on-site parking; confirm current arrangements before travelling.
Toilets
The source row lists a wheelchair-accessible toilet. Check before visiting.
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Food & drink
The official website mentions an ice-cream offering; a supplied visitor account describes a kiosk selling refreshments. Check current availability.
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The source row identifies a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. Details of route surfaces and step-free access around the wider site are not confirmed; check with the farm before visiting.
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Cost
Paid
Water
River Irk
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Around Lancaster Park & Animal Farm
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
