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Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre

Zoo & Safari Park · Northumberland, England · TD12 4TR

Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre is a zoo & safari park in Northumberland, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £7.50 · Child £0 · Family £15
Checked on the Ford & Etal site: £7.50 per person, children free. Clydesdales, rare breeds and demonstrations. Ford TD12 4TR.
Opening timesTue-Sun 10-5, March to November (closed Mondays except bank holidays).
Best time to goTuesday to Sunday, March to November.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages; toddlers love it
If it rainsMostly outdoor; indoor houses give shelter
Money saverBook online; picnic areas save a lot; look for annual-pass break-even at 2 visits.
Top tipsWorking farm at Ford with Clydesdale horses, rare breeds and farm demonstrations; children go free.
What to packWellies in wet weather, picnic, sun cream, pram or carrier

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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