BROSELEY ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Meet the Mini Moos — Up close with Europe’s smallest cows on a Shropshire farm
A 45–60 minute, hands-on encounter at a Shropshire farm to meet, feed, pet and groom Dexter cattle — a compact, calm and utterly charming herd.
Meet the Mini Moos — Up close with Europe’s smallest cows on a Shropshire farm.
On a small Shropshire farm you can spend under an hour with a herd of Dexter cattle — Europe’s smallest cows. These compact, calm animals are known for coming when called, eating from your hand and even playing games; the experience is built around quiet, tactile interactions that range from feeding and petting to grooming and styling their hair.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Dexter cattle — small, calm and people-friendly
The farm’s herd of Dexter cows are among the smallest in Europe and are noted for their gentle temperaments; they will come when called, eat from your hand and often engage with visitors in playful ways.
Hands-on feeding, grooming and even hair styling
After a short briefing you’ll stand at the gate or fence and feed, pet and groom the cows — you can even give a Dexter a new hairstyle, and the most avid visitors may be able to cuddle or tickle them under the chin.
A brief indoor start then a short walk to the field
The visit begins in The Old Barn for a health-and-safety talk before a short trip to the cows’ field; depending on season and conditions, opportunities to enter the field may be offered.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The flow is deliberately domestic and tactile: arrive at the farm, gather in The Old Barn for a short health-and-safety briefing and a talk about the cows, then move on for a close-up session at the gate or in the field. Interactions are slow and hands-on — feeding, petting and grooming — with the option, when conditions allow, to step into the field for closer contact.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most out of Meet the Mini Moos — and who should take extra care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience lasts approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.
On arrival you gather in The Old Barn at the farm in Shropshire for the briefing and start of the visit.
In winter bring suitable clothing and footwear; strong wellington boots and waterproofs are recommended if you plan to enter the field. If you prefer not to enter the field you can still view and handle the cows from behind the gate.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Meet the Mini Moos experience?
The visit runs about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Where do we meet for the visit?
You meet at The Old Barn on the farm in Shropshire, where the experience begins with a health-and-safety briefing and a talk about the cows.
Can I go into the field with the cows?
Depending on the season, ground conditions and the needs of the animals, opportunities to go into the field may be available; ask before booking if field entry is essential to your visit.
What should I bring for the visit?
In winter you must bring suitable clothing and footwear; strong wellington boots and waterproof clothing are recommended if you plan to enter the field. Visitors who do not wish to enter the field can still view and handle the cows from behind the gate.
Are small children allowed in the field?
The operator advises against bringing small children into the field; small children may remain behind the gate to view and handle the cows instead.
What kind of cows will I meet?
You will meet Dexter cattle — the smallest cows in Europe — noted for their calm, friendly nature; they will often come when called and eat from your hand.