A Full Day at Frampton: Children, Critters, and Curious Hands

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A Full Day at Frampton: Children, Critters, and Curious Hands

A full-day holiday club at Frampton Organic Farm for children aged 5–12 (9am–3pm) offering hands-on animal care, crafts and outdoor learning — this guide helps parents plan drop-off, what to bring, and the day’s flow.

A Full Day at Frampton: Children, Critters, and Curious Hands.

Duration
6 hours
Location
Dover
Operator
Frampton Organic Farm Ltd
Category
Farm
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Frampton Farm’s Summer Holiday Club places children at the centre of farm life for a full day of hands-on experiences with animals, outdoor learning and simple crafts. Designed for ages 5 to 12, the full-day session (9am–3pm) lets kids feed and care for animals, take part in organised games and activities, and spend relaxed time outdoors under farm supervision.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ANIMALS

Morning animal care and feeding

Children prepare and feed the animals as a group activity, meeting the farmers and learning basic animal-care tasks that form the heart of the day.

THE STRUCTURE

Half- or full-day flexibility

The operator runs both half-day and full-day sessions so families can choose a 9am–12noon option or the full 9am–3pm day; this listing is for the full-day session.

THE LEARNING

Hands-on learning, crafts and outdoor play

Alongside animal tasks, the programme includes crafts, games and time in horticulture areas so children learn practical skills and enjoy open-air play.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

The day unfolds as a practical, activity-led experience: children arrive to meet the farmers, take part in supervised animal care and feeding, and rotate through a mix of crafts, horticulture tasks and games. It’s structured to keep children engaged with hands-on tasks and free play, giving parents a reliable drop-off option for the school holidays.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this day works best for — and who should think twice.

1
Active FamiliesIdeal for parents who want a supervised drop-off option during term breaks—the holiday club runs as half- or full-day sessions so families can choose the timing that suits them.
2
Animal‑loving KidsA strong match for children eager to meet and feed farm animals and take part in routine animal tasks throughout the day.
3
Hands‑on LearnersGreat for children who enjoy tactile activities: the programme includes crafts, horticulture time and organised games alongside animal care.
4
Under‑5s (Not suitable)Not appropriate — the clubs are designed for children aged 5 to 12 and attendees must fall within that age range.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Parents should provide a snack (the operator requests a snack for children) and full-day attendees will need a packed lunch for the midday break.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What ages can attend the holiday club?

The clubs are available to children aged 5 to 12 years.

What are the session times for a full day?

The full-day session runs from 9am to 3pm.

Where do I drop off my child?

Meeting and drop-off are at Frampton Farm, at the stables.

Do children need to bring food?

Yes — the operator asks parents to provide a snack; full-day attendees should also bring a packed lunch.

Is there a half-day option?

Yes — the farm offers both half-day (9am–12noon) and full-day (9am–3pm) sessions; this listing is for the full-day session.

When do children go home from the full-day session?

Full-day attendees leave at 3pm.