Event details
14 - 22 February 2026
From 10.30am - 4.30pm - last entry at 3.30pm
With so many things to do for kids young and old, Chatsworth Farmyard and Adventure Playground makes for a fun day out for all the family.
In the farmyard, you'll meet our friendly animals, from piglets and horses to our mischievous lambs, goats and guinea pigs. We're also delighted to be home to several rare breeds, including Suffolk Punch horses, Albion cattle, Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs, Golden Guernsey goats and marsh daisy chickens.
Take a ride on our tractor-trailer through Stand Wood (a small fee applies), everyone is welcome.
From the farmyard, take the secret tunnel to the children's playground to climb our woodland towers, and tackle our zip line and racing slides. Fetch water from the stream using the Archimedes screw, and enjoy the huge sand play area (remember to pack wellies and waterproofs!)
Explore more
The parkland and woodland are free to access all year round. Learn more.
Our gift shop and café at the Stables are also open over half-term. View Opening Times.
Daily Activities
Please note that all events within or beginning in the farmyard require visitors to have paid admission. All activities are subject to cancellation due to weather or circumstances beyond our control.
Accessibility and SEN
The farmyard and playground entrance is located at the top of the main house car park and is accessible by a paved walkway that is on a slight incline.
Learn more about accessibility at the farmyard and adventure playground here.
Members Go Free
Entry to this event is free with your Friends and Patrons membership. Simply book a farmyard ticket using your membership number and registered email address. You can also purchase guest tickets at 10% off.
Not yet a member? Learn more about the benefits of membership, and how you can support the Chatsworth House Trust charity.
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Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February
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Little Pips Gardening Club (ages 3-5)
Mondays, 23 March to 12 October
A fortnightly gardening club for pre-school aged children. Explore the garden, meet new friends and learn new skills while making, growing and having fun.
Seedlings Gardening Club (ages 4-9)
24 March - 20 October
A monthly after-school gardening club where children will learn how to grow different flowers, fruits and vegetables, and discover the abundance of wildlife at Chatsworth.
Squirrels Nature Club (SEN)
25 April - 10 October
A nature club for children with additional needs to explore and learn about the wildlife at Chatsworth.
Young Explorers Trail
Nature can be found everywhere at Chatsworth. Explore the house and garden to hear, see and hunt the natural treasures that surround you, using this family trail map.
Animals up close
8 & 23 May
Join us for an evening guided tour of the farmyard to meet our newest spring arrivals.
Young Farmers
Various dates from 26 May
Spend an afternoon helping the farmyard team with their daily jobs, from collecting eggs to grooming the animals.
Stay with us
Whether bug hunting in Stand Wood, cycling on the Tissington Trail, or hitching a ride on a historic steam engine, Chatsworth and the Peak District are a dream destination for an unforgettable family escape. Find a stay with us in a cottage, shepherd’s hut, inn or hotel.
