Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park

Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park, Pannington Hall Lane, Wherstead, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 2AR, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Visit a unique farm and wildlife park on the outskirts of Ipswich, home to an array of animals from farmyard favourites to exotic species like zebras and crocodiles. Explore The Lost Lands of the Tundra, featuring rescued polar bear Ewa, Arctic foxes, reindeer, and the UK’s largest pack of Arctic wolves, with grassy plains, lakes, and woodland reflecting North Canada’s Arctic Tundra. Enjoy the Woodland Adventure with native plants, rare dormice, stag beetles, bluebells in spring, and interactive features like the Coffee Cabin, Den Building, and Time Walk. Visit the Butterfly House with tropical butterflies and fish, or the Tropical House to see tegu lizards, tortoises, boa constrictors, and crocodiles. Family play areas include a wooden playground, bouncy pillow, giant sandpit, climbing pyramids, play vehicles, bouncy animals, and a Hobbit House, along with fishing with Dolly.

Animal experiences allow visitors to spend time in enclosures, feed, provide enrichment, and participate in grooming or bathing, including polar bears, brown bears, anteaters, capybaras, donkeys, lemurs, reptiles, Suffolks, and tapirs. Standard admission tickets are £23 for adults, £18.50 for children aged 2–16, £21 for seniors over 60, and free for children under 2.

If you are looking for Best Children's Farms in Wherstead , Suffolk then you can visit Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park. Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park is one of the places in Wherstead Suffolk for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • Attractions: 
    • The Lost Lands of the Tundra: Open 7 days a week, this world-class Tundra reserve is home to four extraordinary polar bears, Arctic wolves, Arctic foxes, and reindeer. The reserve features grassy plains, lakes fed from natural springs, and a large woodland area, designed to reflect the Arctic Tundra habitat of North Canada during spring and summer.
    • Woodland Adventure: Explore native plants and animals in the woodland, including rare dormice and stag beetles. Seasonal highlights include bluebells in spring. Additional features include the Coffee Cabin, Den Building areas, and the Time Walk showcasing creatures from thousands of years ago.
    • Butterfly House: Home to tropical butterflies flying freely among exotic plants and flowers, with tropical fish in the pond, providing a jungle-like environment.
    • Tropical House: Walk among exotic animals such as Argentine Black & White Tegu, Sulcata tortoises, boa constrictors, and crocodiles.
    • Play Areas and Bouncy Pillow: Several play zones include a wooden playground, bouncy pillow, giant sandpit, climbing pyramids, play vehicles, bouncy animals, and a Hobbit House.
    • Fishing with Dolly: An opportunity to enjoy family-friendly fishing in the park.
  • Animals
    • Polar Bears, Arctic Wolves, Arctic Foxes, Reindeer
    • Mammals, Reptiles, Birds, Butterflies, Rare Breeds, Bugs, and Fish
    • Animal Adoption
  • Animal Experiences: Spend time inside enclosures with animals, Feed the animals, Provide enrichment activities & Participate in grooming or bathing. Experiences include: Meet the Polar Bears, Meet Diego the Brown Bear, Anteater Antics, Arctic Foxes Experience, Captivating Capybaras Experience, Donkey Experience, Farmyard Friends Experience, Lemur Heights Experience, Reptile Madness Experience, Meet the Suffolks Experience & Tapir Tummy Rubs Experience
  • Outback Safari & Exotic Animals: Meet emus and wallabies in a large, open enclosure. Encounter exotic species such as meerkats, raccoons, tapirs, wallabies, and emus. Daily keeper talks provide educational insights into these animals.
  • Farm Animals & Encounters: Meet ponies, donkeys, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, sheep, goats, geese, ducks, cows, and pigs. Animal petting sessions available on weekends and school holidays at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm.
  • Events: https://jimmysfarm.com/events/

Facilities

  • Dog friendly
  • Picnic
  • Free parking
  • Baby changing
  • Hand washing facilities
  • Public toilets
  • The Gift Shop
  • On Site Cafe

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Standard Admission Tickets
    • Adult: £23.00
    • Child (2–16): £18.50
    • Senior (Over 60): £21.00
    • Under 2’s: Free
    • Carers: Free
  • Partner Attraction Holder Tickets
    • Adult Partner: £16.10
    • Senior (Over 60) Partner: £14.70
    • Child Partner (2–16): £12.95
    • Under 2’s Partner: Free

Pricing URL: http://jimmysfarm.com/shop/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

  • Junior Ranger Birthday Party: Celebrate your child’s birthday with a Junior Ranger Party – a one-hour wildlife adventure led by a Wildlife Ranger, perfect for children aged 4 to 12.
    • Adventure Activities
      • Spotting a polar bear
      • Counting the humps of camels
      • Watching a slithering snake
      • Cuddling a fluffy guinea pig
      • Using trail maps and binoculars to explore the park
    • Post-Adventure Celebration: After the expedition, return to Basecamp – the Roundhouse for: A feast with friends, Afternoon free time to explore the Wildlife Park & A Junior Ranger safari hat keepsake for the birthday child
    • Deposit & Charges
      • Deposit: £150.00 + £1.00 booking fee
      • Minimum party charge: £300 (10 children & 6 adults)
      • Deposit covers 50% of the total cost
      • Full details provided in your confirmation email
    • Important Information
      • Parents are responsible for the safety of belongings; the Roundhouse is not locked during the party.
      • All staff are fully trained, and at least one first aider is present.
      • Children should be dressed appropriately for the weather; parties are only cancelled for dangerous weather (e.g., thunder and lightning). Waterproofs and wellies recommended for rainy conditions.
  • Open 7 days a week. Wednesday – Sunday between 10am and 4pm.

Address: Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park, Pannington Hall Lane, Wherstead, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 2AR, UK

Post Code: IP9 2AR

Council: Babergh

County: Suffolk

  • Easily accessible by car or rail, Jimmy’s Farm is located near Ipswich, Suffolk, making it a perfect day out for families or a convenient stop while travelling.
  • Travelling by Car
    • Close to the A12 and just a 5-minute drive from the A14 in Wherstead, near Ipswich.
    • Free parking available for visitors.
    • Typical travel times:
      • Colchester – 30 mins
      • Bury St Edmunds – 40 mins
      • Brentwood – 1 hour
      • London – 1 hour 50 mins
      • SatNav: Use Jimmy’s Farm, Pannington Hall Lane, IP9 2AR (postcode works perfectly).
  • Travelling by Train
    • Just a 10-minute taxi ride from Ipswich or Manningtree railway stations, both with direct links to London Liverpool Street (served by Abellio Greater Anglia).
    • Local Taxi Contact: Avenue Taxis – 01473 888 888
    • Hawk Express – 01473 222 222

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