The Lodge At Paratiho Farms, Nelson

Advantages: Unspoilt village in wharfedale
Disadvantages: dont live there

...Had a lovely stay at Howgill last week, good facilities and the rain stayed away well almost! Would definatley reccommend. Parcival Hall and trollers Gill are wonderful and dont for get to have a look in the Craven Arms 15 min walk. www.craven-cruckbarn.co.uk the heather thatched cruck barn is breathtaking. As are the large portions and real ales choice. Great! The campsite is peaceful with plenty of facilities, the grounds are tidy and well managed and the views if you get a good pitch are gorgeous. The whole area is beautiful and we will definatley return again. Bolton Abby is intesresting and there is a farm for the kids. Appletreewick is one of those lovely unspoilt viilages that you always hope to find. Nearby Burnsall gets very busy with youths with thier shirts of etc. But there is a shop there for supplies. Cant wait to go... Read review

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Advantages: Variety of animals.
Disadvantages: Really muddy!

...Gorgie Farm opened in 1982 and was set up as an community project. The farm was set up on the derelict site of the original City of Edinburgh refuse collection yard. The farm was set up to encourage awareness of agriculture, horticulture, home crafts and to raise appreciation for all animals. Features: - Child friendly farm animals - Sheep, Ponies, Cows, Tortoises, Ducks, Hens, Bantams, Pheasents, Turkeys, Pigs, Goats and Rabbits. They have many animals and a big Pigsty. The farm has a cafe which caters for families on a budget. They also have a new pet lodge, picnic area, children's play area, herb garden, regular open days, wildlife garden, pond, sit-on farm tractor, organic vegetable garden, disabled access, toilets, education centre, eggs product and compost for sale, custom made garden furniture, easily accessable for public... Read review

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Advantages: Free, easy to get to, educational
Disadvantages: Not enough for an all day visit, Rather muddy when wet, can get busy

...at one side and a rope type bit at the other side. I constantly watch both children on the climbing area as they could fall and land on bark, but it is better to be safe than sorry. The last time we were here, the bridge was broken and we were unable to use it. There are also bins in the area with the picnic tables for getting rid off your rubbish and litter. The farm workers are busy enough without having to clear up your mess. The farm is suitable for wheelchairs but expect a bumpy ride but you can easily get into the barns although Pets Lodge may be a tight squeeze. Once you go up the steps into the farm, you reach the offices and the stables for the animals who aren't always in their stables but out in the fields so that you can see them better and can stroke them too. There are 2 fields on either side of a small field. Quite often... Read review

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