Roves Farm Family Day Out Guide

Researched and published by The Swindon Post. Last reviewed 8 February 2026.

Roves Farm is a popular family visitor centre near Swindon, with a full programme of activities including Meet & Feed the Animals, free tractor and trailer rides, Pets Corner, indoor and outdoor adventure play, and a tearoom. It's a relaxed day out for toddlers and primary-age children, with toddler time sessions in term time and themed events during school holidays. Always check the farm's website for current opening times, prices, and booking.

Children with farm animals
Roves Farm offers a full programme of family activities. Credit: Unsplash
Roves Farm day tickets (Feb 2026) *After school: term time weekdays only
TicketOnlineOn doorAfter school (3–5pm)*
Adult£12.30£12.80£3.00
Child (3–16)£13.30£13.80£5.00
Toddler (1–2)£7.50£8.00£4.00
Under 1FreeFreeFree
Carer£7.50£8.00£3.00

Source: Roves Farm

Tractor rides

Free tractor rides during school holidays (weather permitting). Extra tractor ride tickets £2 per person (under 3s free) – first come, first served. Book day tickets online to save.

What's at Roves Farm

  • Meet & Feed the Animals – Get up close to farm animals in Pets Corner.
  • Tractor & Trailer Rides – Free tractor rides (subject to weather and season; typically February half term through October half term). Additional charge may apply – check the website.
  • Indoor & Outdoor Adventure Play – Play areas for different ages.
  • Tearoom – Homemade cake, hot drinks, and light meals.
  • Toddler Time – Weekday sessions in term time with bubbles, stories, and games. Ideal for under-5s.
  • School Holiday Events – Themed activities and special events. Check the farm's website for the current programme.
  • Birthday Parties – Party packages available. Book in advance.

Opening hours and memberships

Roves Farm is typically open daily 9am–5pm. Online ticket sales close at midnight the day before – after that, buy on arrival. Memberships (3-month or 12-month) offer unlimited standard day entry – check the farm website for current prices.

Book tickets online

Save with online booking. Sales close midnight before your visit.

Buy tickets at rovesfarm.co.uk

Accessibility and facilities

Roves Farm is wheelchair and pushchair friendly, with onsite parking, toilets, and baby changing facilities. For the latest accessibility information, contact the farm directly.

How to get there

Roves Farm is located near Sevenhampton, roughly 10 miles south-east of Swindon. Use the postcode on the farm's website for sat-nav. Allow around 20–25 minutes by car from Swindon town centre.

More family days out

See our guides to family days out in Swindon, things to do with kids, free things to do, and Lydiard Park & House.

References & sources

  1. Roves Farm – Tickets (accessed February 2026)

Information correct as of February 2026. Opening times, prices, and activities can change. Always check rovesfarm.co.uk before visiting.