Animals and Farmers
Farmers Dave and Ruth’s Lambing Night Shift
There’s lots of excitement that goes on in our lambing night shifts – and Farmers Dave and Ruth made sure to capture this tricky new arrival. If you want a behind the … read more
Farewell Cilla!
Join us in saying an emotional goodbye to the lovely Shetland pony Cilla, who is moving on to pastures new. Please join us in wishing her a bon voyage and good luck … read more
New arrivals in our Mammal House
Farmer Georgie is in the mammal house with a brand new arrival – a mouse with kangaroo legs? Allow our fantastic keepers to inform you about this terrific Australian new arrivals.
Moving the Sheep at Cannon Hall Farm
Hey hey hey! It’s a critical time in our roundhouse as we move our new mums out to make way for our February lambers. Join us from February 15 for your best … read more
The Cow With No Name
We have a problem – our brand new mum, the cow with no name, is at risk of mastitis and so our farmers are having to stage an intervention to protect her … read more
An Official Introduction: Sapphire and her Shire Foal
Sapphire is looking a million dollars, and her foal is looking strong. Farmer Rob is live in the roundhouse at Cannon Hall Farm and is absolutely thrilled with the new arrival. Did … read more
Shire Horse Hoof Care
Blossom is a superstar having her feet done by Dan, the farrier. We do our Shire horses feet every few weeks and it is an important part of their care so make … read more
Farmer Rob’s Lambing Adventure
We have a ewe lambing that is in need of some assistance – so Farmer Rob is on hand to offer some assistance to make sure she’s okay. Can he save the … read more
Lambing in the Snow
It’s the toughest conditions we’ve faced in a while, but our lambs are starting to arrive in the middle of a the heavy snow. Join Farmer Rob for a lambing with a … read more
Highland Cow Check In
With winter firmly taking hold here in the UK, our hardy herd of Highland cows has been moved indoors for the next few months. These magnificent animals are among the hardiest on … read more
Fun Facts about our miniature donkeys
Farmer Danny is checking in with our miniature donkeys – Flower and Rascal – and giving some fun facts about our tiny equines. What will 2025 bring for these fluffy bundles of … read more
When will Sapphire have her foal?
We’re eagerly waiting for the arrival of Sapphire’s foal, as our grey mare is due in February next year. Sapphire is now entering the final stage of her pregnancy, and excitement is … read more
