# Get to know animals CIC, Epping — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This fully accessible wildlife experience welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, offering hands-on animal encounters with baby-changing facilities and special assistance available. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/epping/attractions/get-to-know-animals-cic (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Farm # Get to know animals CIC Get To Know Animals CIC [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13889472764805531670&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Get to know animals CIC](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106279947705117566643) **In short:** Get to know animals CIC is an attraction in Epping, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 580 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Get to know animals CIC This fully accessible wildlife experience welcomes families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, offering hands-on animal encounters with baby-changing facilities and special assistance available. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Changing Rooms Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Sharne Tappin](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106216150575590846149/reviews) ★★★★★ I’ve only been to a few farms but this is my favourite! Hands on, you can get up close with the animals and even pay for experiences. Staff were friendly and attentive. We had burgers and chips from the food truck, which were nice and fair priced. The lady told me I could leave my buggy there whilst we went for an experience. We brushed the ponies hair and fed them. We also went in with the new baby goats, stroking and cuddling them. · via Google [Dan Miller](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101063889802545008809/reviews) ★★★★★ We had a lovely time on our tour of the farm. It was perfectly paced, giving time to meet the animals, learn about their stories and ask any questions. The passion our guide had for the animals and their wellbeing really came across too. I’d strongly recommend Stanton’s Farm to anybody, we’ll definitely be back. · via Google [Amanda Fordham](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113892539529976654730/reviews) ★★★★★ Stanton farm is a lovely farm with walk through enclosures and we really enjoyed petting and feeding the animals. However our day ended in disappointment due to the manager and an alpaca. The black alpaca decided to randomly kick out and kicked my 9 year old in the chest lightly bruising and winding her- I wouldn’t want to change the experience but maybe a warning to not stand beside them as they kick would be a good idea. If she’d been shorter it would have got her in the face. Our 2nd disappointment was we had booked a 30 minute pony ride. We arrived ready 5 mins early as asked and was on the pony riding at 1.46pm, at 1.54pm we stopped at the beginning and I was asked if I’d like to take photos! Which did. One lady then said that’s it now and the other said she could have 1 more go up and down if she liked- but my daughter felt being polite and as we’d already stopped she said that’s ok. As we walked away I realised the time and that it had been only than 15 mins in total with the set up- so checked my booking which said 1.45-2.15pm 30 min ride, so I found the lady and explained. She had obviously only given us the 15 minute session- but rather than accept her mistake she said there was nothing she could do. I said as I’d paid £26 but only as the £16 ride time can I get a refund for the difference or some drinks rather than refund but she refused both. I found this not just disappointing, but very rude and very poor communication, and sadly for them we will not be booking any pony rides with them in future and I’d urge any one else who hooks to be very aware of your timings so that she doesn’t do this again. It was a lovely day up til then, as we had a very nice chat during the session and she was a nice lady, but sadly she couldn’t see her own mistake and lack of communication- hopefully after reading this she’ll work on this for future clients as it did ruin our experience! · via Google [Ian Dougal](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107782901008829799999/reviews) ★★★★★ First time here and was so impressed. Came with our 6 year old twin Granddaughters and they absolutely loved it - as did we. Staff so helpful and friendly. Facilities were excellent. Will certainly be going again. Thank you Stanton’s · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8a184c0b6ff3f:0xf84c6bf13d0081b3!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Forest Lodge Commercial Complex, Epping Road, Waltham Abbey, Epping, CM16 5HW [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.6767401%2C0.0640008) **Category** Zoos & Animal Parks **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (580 reviews) **Prices from** £12 **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 1-2 hours **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Epping [More attractions in Epping](https://staycation.co.uk/epping/attractions) ★ 4.6 (580 reviews) From £12 [Book tickets — from £11.50](https://www.awin1.com/pclick.php?p=39211275273&a=35498&m=86769) on Lovetovisit — affiliate link [Visit official website](http://www.gtka.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [07944 041715](tel:07944041715) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Epping **Postcode** CM16 5HW **Plus Code** 9F32RHX9+QG [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d8a184c0b6ff3f:0xf84c6bf13d0081b3!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8a184c0b6ff3f:0xf84c6bf13d0081b3!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8a184c0b6ff3f:0xf84c6bf13d0081b3!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Epping Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Get to know animals CIC suits all ages. ### Is Get to know animals CIC wheelchair accessible? Get to know animals CIC has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Get to know animals CIC? Yes: free car park. ### How do I contact Get to know animals CIC? 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