Forge Mill Farm

Forge Mill Farm, Forge Ln, West Bromwich B71 3SZ, United Kingdom
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Forge Mill Farm offers a perfect day out for families and groups, combining education, fun, and hands on animal experiences. Explore the journey of food with Welly to Belly, participate in a full-day adventure with The Great Outdoor Challenge, or experience farm life with Farmer/Ranger for the Day, with tailored programmes to suit every group. Seasonal events include Spring  New Life with newborn lambs, Summer Sunflowers & More, Autumn Pumpkins for pick-your-own fun, and Winter Christmas at the Farm with real trees, festive veg, and handmade hampers. Animal Barns provide all-weather interactions, feeding available at £1.50 per bag, while the Discovery Barn offers demonstrations, seasonal activities, and hands-on learning. Year-round programmes include chick handling, goat milking, butter making, wheat grinding, pony grooming, and tractor rides. Forge Mill Farm is home to over 300 animals and a registered Rare Breeds Centre, featuring cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, Sonny the Horse, alpacas, and Jacob Sheep.

Visitors can also enjoy Experiences & Encounters such as Walk With the Goats, Feed With the Farmers, Low Ropes Adventure (1 hour, max 15), and Encounter Lambing Evenings (2 hours, ages 11+, includes rustic dinner and hot drink). Admission prices are £5.50 for adults, £6.50 for children aged 2–14, £3.00 for Natural Play Session add-on, and free for children under 2.

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Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • Welly to Belly: Join at Forge Mill Farm to explore the journey of food from Welly to Belly through interactive learning and hands-on experiences.
  • The Great Outdoor Challenge: A full-day adventure where classes immerse into investigation, data collection, hypothesis testing, and storytelling, all set in the great outdoors.
  • Farmer/Ranger for the Day: Get your wellies on and experience life as a farmer or ranger for the day. Practical tasks and interactive learning are tailored to the needs of each group. Custom programmes can be created to suit the group’s requirements, whether for education or a fun day out.
  • Natural Play Barn: The all-new purpose-built indoor adventure play area includes indoor picnic space, classroom, and party room. Book a one-hour play slot for £3.00 per child (under 14s). Snacks and drinks are available at the barn café.
  • Farm Events and ActivitiesVisit Through the Seasons
    • Spring – New Life: Experience the arrival of newborn lambs during February and March. Visitors may be lucky enough to witness a lamb being born, capturing the joy of new life.
    • Summer – Sunflowers & More: Explore vibrant sunflower fields, capture stunning photos, and enjoy daytime or evening events for unforgettable memories.
    • Autumn – Pumpkins: Pick the perfect pumpkin from thousands available in the pumpkin fields. From lumpy to lovely or wrinkly to plumpy, there is a pumpkin for everyone.
    • Winter – Christmas at the Farm: Celebrate with a pick-your-own Christmas adventure. Choose a real pine tree, fresh vegetables, and unique handmade hampers full of authentic festive treats.
  • Farm Trail & Interactions: A 500m farm trail, introduced in 2022, has doubled the farm’s size. Meet alpacas, ponies, pigs, goats, and more. Seasonal rotations bring animals indoors during winter while paddocks rejuvenate for the next year.
  • Animal Barns: Two purpose-built barns provide all-weather animal interactions. Visitors can meet and feed animals for £1.50 per bag of feed, with facilities accessible for toddlers and wheelchair users. The barns also house lambing sheep during spring. Opened in 2023, the Discovery Barn offers demonstrations, seasonal transformations, and interactive activities. From indoor pumpkin patches to festive displays, it is a versatile hub of learning and events. Year-round programmes include chick handling, goat milking, butter making, wheat grinding, pony grooming, and tractor trailer rides (£2 per person). Seasonal timetables vary, with details available on the interactions board.
  • Animals & Rare Breeds: Forge Mill Farm is home to over 300 animals and is a registered Rare Breeds Centre. Visitors can meet cattle, sheep, pigs, and poultry, some rarer than the Giant Panda, including Sonny the Horse, alpacas, and Jacob Sheep. To See More Visit https://www.forgemillfarm.com/meet-the-animals/
  • Experiences & Encounters: Forge Mill Farm offers a variety of interactive experiences perfect as a gift for yourself or others. Visitors can enjoy hands-on activities with farm animals, adventure courses, and seasonal encounters.
    • Walk With the Goats: Meet goats in their field and take a walk around the farm with a chosen goat. Experience lasts 1 hour, maximum group size of 10.
    • Feed With the Farmers: Help farmers feed the animals and meet some of the farm’s favourite furry friends. Experience lasts 1 hour, maximum group size of 10.
    • Low Ropes Adventure: Explore the woods and challenge yourself on the new Low Ropes Adventure Course. Experience lasts 1 hour, maximum group size of 15.
    • Encounter Lambing Evenings: Observe new life up close in the lambing sheds by night. Watch for lambing signs, meet the lambs, assist the farmers, and potentially witness a live birth. Includes a rustic dinner and hot drink under the stars. A 2-hour evening experience for ages 11 and over.
  • Group Visits: The Education and Outreach Team provides engaging and educational visits, opportunities, and experiences for schools and community groups across Sandwell. Unique to Forge Mill Farm, Sandwell Valley Country Park, and Sandwell parks and green spaces, visits combine hands-on activities, curriculum-linked programmes, and ‘Fresh Air’ learning techniques. Participants of any age and ability are welcome, with programmes tailored to suit each group.
  • Farm Events: https://www.forgemillfarm.com/events-activities/

Facilities

  • Forge Mill Farm SHOP
  • Drinks & Treats
  • Gift & Souvenirs
  • Pocket Money Toys
  • Guide dogs and registered service dogs are permitted

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Adult (Standard Admission): £5.50
  • Child (2–14 years): £6.50
  • Natural Play Session ‘Add On’: £3.00
  • Under 2’s: Free
  • Registered Carer: Free
  • Concession: £4.50
  • Family (1 adult, 3 children): £21.50
  • Family (2 adults, 3 children): £27.00

Pricing URL: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on?q=forge%20mill%20farm%20

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

  • Birthdays: Forge Mill Farm is a magical place for children to celebrate birthdays a day they will remember for a lifetime. Choose from themed parties and packages including fun farm activities, exclusive animal interactions, and delicious food and drinks from our award-winning tea rooms. Let our team take the stress out of planning, so your child can enjoy a truly special birthday.
  • Basic Party Package – Forge Mill Farm
    • Exclusive use of Party Corner
    • Meet the animals and explore the farm trail
    • Young Farmers Lunch Box included
    • Free bag of animal food for each child
    • Printable party invitations
  • Price: £18 per child
  • Optional Add-Ons
    • Party Bag: £5 per child
    • VIP Guided Farm Tour & Animal Encounter: £40 for a 1-hour experience (maximum 20 children)
    • Group Tractor & Trailer Ride Around the Farm: £40 for a 20-minute ride (maximum 20 children)
  • Farm (Fees Apply)
    • Weekends & School Holidays: 10:00 – 16:30 (last entry 15:30)
    • Term-Time Weekdays: 10:00 – 16:30 (last entry 15:00)
  • Farm Shop (Free to Access)
    • Term-Time Weekdays: 10:00 – 16:00
    • Weekends & School Holidays: 10:00 – 16:00
  • Natural Play-Barn: Everyday: 10:00 – 16:30 (last entry/play session 15:30)

Address: Forge Mill Farm, Forge Ln, West Bromwich B71 3SZ, United Kingdom

Post Code: B71 3SZ

Council: Sandwell

County: West Midlands

  • By Car
    • Accessible via brown tourist signs from Newton Road or Holyhead Road.
    • Only 10 minutes from Junction 1 of the M5 and West Bromwich town centre.
    • Coach parking available at Forge Mill Farm and the Lake.
    • Overflow parking at Swan Pool Car Park (short walk to the farm).
  • Parking
    • Parking fees apply starting from 40p per hour.
    • Tickets are valid across the whole Sandwell Valley site.
    • Payment methods: Pay by phone (Forge Mill & Swan Pool) or cash at Forge Mill.
    • Car parks are large enough to accommodate coaches for school and group visits.
    • Pay & Display Charges (Sandwell Valley): Up to 1 hour: 40p, Up to 2 hours: 80p & Up to 3 hours: £1.20
  • By Bus
    • The nearest bus stop is about a 10-minute walk from Forge Mill Farm.
    • Bus routes: 5, 16, 46.

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