# Thornton Hall Country Park, Skipton — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Meet adorable llamas, lambs, and puppies at this authentic working farm near Skipton, where families can enjoy hands-on animal encounters and picnic in the countryside with full facilities including a restaurant. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/skipton/attractions/thornton-hall-country-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Thornton Hall Country Park Church Road, Thornton in Craven [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1540584154776758528&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Marky H](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105894265131220854842) **In short:** Thornton Hall Country Park is an attraction in Skipton, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,898 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Thornton Hall Country Park Meet adorable llamas, lambs, and puppies at this authentic working farm near Skipton, where families can enjoy hands-on animal encounters and picnic in the countryside with full facilities including a restaurant. ## What's nearby - Thornton Hall Weddings 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Glynn Griffin](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100514876195180677763/reviews) ★★★★★ What a fantastic place to visit with our two year old granddaughter. Soft play, goats, lambs, pigs donkeys. Feeding the orphaned lambs and calves by bottle. You can even take your own picnic and enjoy the outside play park and activities. Recommend the caterpillar ride, she loved it. Best of all, the staff are really friendly and helpful. We have booked again and we might even stop over on their own campsite. · via Google [Tracy Ann](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109942731442777307282/reviews) ★★★★★ We had a fab time, the food was really yummy. Normally soft play catering isn’t the best but we really enjoyed the pizza. I think we’ve visited more or less every soft play in the area. This was more than just soft play they had animals to feed and also bumper style cars. Yep I got on with two kids screaming like a big kid.. it was fun let’s just say. One thing that was brought to our attention is that it was cold especially for the little ones. Maybe it was such a large building it’s difficult to heat. So just wrap the little ones up. Definitely be back! Thank you peeps x · via Google [liam hammett](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107308206606739281716/reviews) ★★★★★ ✨ Easter Holiday Part 2 — Family Day at Thornton Farm ✨ One thing I put above everything else is my family — and today we went on a full‑blown EGGventure to the eggscellent Thornton Hall Farm in Skipton. Sunshine, animals, chaos, cuddles… the perfect recipe for a Hammett family day out. 🐣 What Thornton Hall Farm Had to Offer (and we did the lot!) - Hands‑on animal encounters — feeding, petting, stroking, and goat‑hugging galore - Indoor soft play — multi‑level slides, climbing volcano, toddler zones - Outdoor adventure playground — climbing, running, exploring - Jumping pillows (weather permitting) - Farm Safari ride to the Deer Park - Daily shows & activity sessions - Easter Bunny meet & greets - The Big Easter Party - EGGventure walk‑through experience with chocolate bar for the kids - Springtime Trail with hidden letters and prizes - On‑site diner & seasonal street food - Stunning countryside views across Lancashire & Yorkshire - Free parking & family‑friendly facilities --- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Hammett Clan in Full Force Because no family day is complete without the characters: - Isabella — dance‑mad, sass queen, twirling her way through the farm - Jaxson — the comedian, making friends with every animal (and human) in sight - Lydia‑Mae — cheeky, adorable, loving little lady melting hearts all day - Fiona — the goddess, the glue, the Queen of the family holding us all together - And me… Mr. Goat Calculus the 3rd, Lord Poo‑Poo Head 💩 — official goat whisperer and chaos coordinator --- 💗 The Perfect Day We laughed, explored, cuddled animals, ate too much, and made memories that will last forever. I love you all to pieces — what an incredible day. My heart is full. 💓✨ Easter Holiday Part 2 — Family Day at Thornton Farm ✨ One thing I put above everything else is my family — and today we went on a full‑blown EGGventure to the eggscellent Thornton Hall Farm in Skipton. Sunshine, animals, chaos, cuddles… the perfect recipe for a Hammett family day out. 🐣 What Thornton Hall Farm Had to Offer (and we did the lot!) - Hands‑on animal encounters — feeding, petting, stroking, and goat‑hugging galore - Indoor soft play — multi‑level slides, climbing volcano, toddler zones - Outdoor adventure playground — climbing, running, exploring - Jumping pillows (weather permitting) - Farm Safari ride to the Deer Park - Daily shows & activity sessions - Easter Bunny meet & greets - The Big Easter Party - EGGventure walk‑through experience with chocolate bar for the kids - Springtime Trail with hidden letters and prizes - On‑site diner & seasonal street food - Stunning countryside views across Lancashire & Yorkshire - Free parking & family‑friendly facilities --- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Hammett Clan in Full Force Because no family day is complete without the characters: - Isabella — dance‑mad, sass queen, twirling her way through the farm - Jaxson — the comedian, making friends with every animal (and human) in sight - Lydia‑Mae — cheeky, adorable, loving little lady melting hearts all day - Fiona — the goddess, the glue, the Queen of the family holding us all together - And me… Mr. Goat Calculus the 3rd, Lord Poo‑Poo Head 💩 — official goat whisperer and chaos coordinator --- 💗 The Perfect Day We laughed, explored, cuddled animals, ate too much, and made memories that will last forever. I love you all to pieces — what an incredible day. My heart is full. 💓 Back 2nd time:.. 2nd August!! An Absolutely fantastic day out today at Thornton Farm with the family Fiona Rose and kids (great to have a small wind down from business shattered now tho). 💙❤️🩷🩵🩷. They have a big Dragon there which is great for the kids!!! Its like a play with pirates and dragons a really good story line. 🏴‍☠️☠️🦜🐲🐉 Also they have this big inflatable, in door play area, kids friendly jumping things, all the animals, rabbits and guinepigs food it was amazing 👏 would definitely recommend 👌 kids loved it. · via Google [Unique Valeting Services](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104854144368109884058/reviews) ★★★★★ 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 A Perfect Day Out for the Whole Family! We had the most amazing time here and can’t recommend it enough for families with young children! From the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about the animals and the visitor experience. The farm is beautifully kept, and there’s so much to do. Our kids (ages 3 and 6) absolutely loved feeding the goats and meeting the baby lambs. The animal petting area was a huge hit, with opportunities to hold rabbits and guinea pigs—such a gentle, hands-on experience that the children are still talking about. There’s also a fantastic adventure playground, tractor rides, and a soft play area indoors, which came in handy when the weather turned briefly. Everything was clean, safe, and thoughtfully set up for families. We were really impressed with the café too—great coffee, homemade cakes, and a decent kids’ menu with healthy options. Plenty of picnic areas as well if you prefer to bring your own food. What really stood out was how interactive and educational everything was. The talks and feeding demonstrations were engaging without being too long, and the staff made sure the kids could ask questions and get involved. We spent nearly the whole day there and could easily have stayed longer. A perfect mix of fun, learning, and fresh air. We’ll definitely be coming back—and bringing friends next time! · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487b8daa6085cecd:0x156141205c106900!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this farm offers a wide variety of hands-on animal encounters, including feeding and petting, along with extensive indoor soft play areas and outdoor adventure playgrounds. They also highlight the reasonable pricing for entry and food, and the overall clean and well-maintained facilities. Guests mention the staff are friendly, helpful, and provide excellent service, making it a great family day out. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Thornton-in-Craven, Skipton, BD23 3TS [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.9283852%2C-2.1539463) **Category** Farm Parks **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (1,898 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 0-12 **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Skipton [More attractions in Skipton](https://staycation.co.uk/skipton/attractions) ★ 4.6 (1,898 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.thorntonhallcountrypark.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01282 841148](tel:01282841148) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Skipton **Postcode** BD23 3TS **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C5VWRHW+9C [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487b8daa6085cecd:0x156141205c106900!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b8daa6085cecd:0x156141205c106900!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b8daa6085cecd:0x156141205c106900!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Skipton Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Thornton Hall Country Park has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Thornton Hall Country Park suitable for? Thornton Hall Country Park is best for ages 0-12. ### Is Thornton Hall Country Park wheelchair accessible? Thornton Hall Country Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Thornton Hall Country Park? Yes: free street parking. ### How do I contact Thornton Hall Country Park? 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