About Us

Award winning, family-run visitor attraction near Poole in Dorset. The Palmer's have designed everything for children 8 years and under! Open daily from 10am, online pre-booking required to get discounted rates. Whatever the weather, indoor and outdoor play to keep children busy. Animal experiences to delight. A family experience focused on your little VIP’s. Stay all day! Awesome entertaining events throughout the year. The World of Dinosaur Roar Discovery Trail is a must for any young dinosaur fans. Refuel in the fantastic Hen House Restaurant. New menu, breakfasts, meals & yummy cakes made in our kitchen! Opened in 1998, the attention to detail and happy, friendly staff makes all the difference to delivering great customer service. Can’t wait to meet you!

Opening Times

• Weekday & Winter Term Time: 10am – 3pm
• Weekends & Summer Term Time: 10am – 4pm
• Dorset School Holidays 9.30am – 5pm 
• *October Half Term: 9:30am – 4pm

Guests can buy tickets before they visit by clicking BOOK NOW at the top right hand of this page.

What's Open at Farmer Palmer's?

The following areas are now open: (please always check the website before visiting)

• Shop (1 Entrance)
• Straw Mountain 
• World of Dinosaur Roar Discovery
• Pedal Tractors
• Both Toilet Areas & Baby Changing Areas 
• Little Farmer’s Fun Barn
• Small Animal Barn
• BIG Barn with indoor animal activities
• Sand Play and Wendy Houses 
• Splash Zone
• Pedal Go Karts 
• Hen House Restaurant
• Outdoor Animal Pens
• Trim Trail & Play Field
• Tractor Ride (additional charge) 
• Yearly children's events, please visit the website

All visits must be pre-booked online. Open every day, kids will have a baaarilliant time come rain or shine! 

For regular updates and to book tickets, visit the website.

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