A Day Among the Herd: Feed, Meet, and Relax at The Bucks Goat Centre

STOKE MANDEVILLE FARM FIELD GUIDE

A Day Among the Herd: Feed, Meet, and Relax at The Bucks Goat Centre

All-day admission (10AM–5PM) to feed and interact with goats, pigs, alpacas, ducks and more at The Bucks Goat Centre in Stoke Mandeville.

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A Day Among the Herd: Feed, Meet, and Relax at The Bucks Goat Centre.

Duration
All Day Admission from 10AM to 5PM
Location
Stoke Mandeville
Operator
The Bucks Goat Centre
Category
Farm
Robert Eric Crews
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Set in the vale of Aylesbury, The Bucks Goat Centre is a small, hands-on animal attraction where visitors can feed and interact with a friendly menagerie in a safe, caring environment; staff-run activities and an onsite café round out the day.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ANIMALS

Face time with the farm team

Feed and interact with a variety of animals — goats, pigs, alpacas, ducks, chickens and smaller residents — in a supervised, safe environment run by caring staff.

THE PEOPLE

Staff who know the herd

The centre encourages conversation with its team: staff are available to chat about the animals and the care they receive during your visit.

THE PLACE

Café and small local businesses on site

Beyond animal encounters, the centre hosts an onsite café and a cluster of small businesses — from galleries to studios and specialist shops — that make a stop here more than a quick visit.

What the day feels like

What a day here feels like

Arrival at the layby farm gives way to informal, all-day access (10AM–5PM) to the animal areas: the flow is relaxed, with opportunities to feed and mingle with the animals, pause for refreshments in the café, and browse the on-site small businesses; during busy periods additional activities are scheduled.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this visit suits — and who should rethink.

1
Families with young childrenA family-friendly outing: the centre explicitly welcomes children from age 2 and up for all-day admission.
2
Animal loversVisitors who enjoy hands-on encounters will find multiple species to feed and meet in a supervised setting.
3
Cafe and casual browsersThose looking for a relaxed day out can combine animal time with refreshments in the onsite café and browsing small businesses on the premises.
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Visitors seeking event-led activitiesIf you prefer structured programming, check the centre's website for additional activities that are scheduled during busy times.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Hours

All-day admission runs from 10AM to 5PM.

Meeting Point

The Bucks Goat Centre — Layby Farm, Old Risborough Road, Stoke Mandeville, Buckinghamshire HP22 5XJ.

On-site Services

An onsite café provides refreshments; the centre also hosts a number of small businesses such as galleries and studios.

Events & Scheduling

Additional activities are put on during busy times; consult the centre's website for the current 'what's on' schedule.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What are the opening hours?

All-day admission is from 10AM to 5PM.

What ages can visit?

The centre welcomes visitors aged 2 and above.

Which animals can I expect to meet?

You can feed and interact with goats, pigs, alpacas, ducks, chickens and smaller animals.

Is there food or drink on site?

Yes — the centre has an onsite café where visitors can enjoy refreshments.

Are there additional activities or events?

During busy periods the centre runs additional activities; please see the website for the current 'what's on' listings.

Where is the centre located?

The Bucks Goat Centre is at the Layby Farm on Old Risborough Road, Stoke Mandeville, Buckinghamshire HP22 5XJ.