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Collingwood Children's Farm

πŸ“ Abbotsford, VIC

β˜…4.3(2,706 Google reviews)

Nonprofit working farm in Abbotsford where children can enter animal enclosures and interact with goats, sheep, pigs, chickens, guinea pigs, and cows. On-site cafe with a patio overlooking the Yarra River.

βœ“ Hands-on animal sessionsβœ“ Guinea pig and sheep highlightsβœ“ Cafe with Yarra viewsβœ“ Weekday visits recommendedβœ“ Animal variety varies
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Ali Matkowsky

Such a fun morning out with the kids! We visited the Collingwood children’s farm for the first time a few weeks ago and we had a great experience. There are great β€˜hands-on’ experiences for the kids - petting Guinea pigs, patting a cow, petting chickens, etc. The kids loved all of the farm animals and being able to see them up close. There is also a cafe there and some produce available to buy if you wanted to stay for longer! Definitely recommend trying with kids.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children under 8 who benefit most from direct, supervised animal contact in a non-zoo setting. The guinea pig and sheep sessions are the most hands-on. Morning visits on weekdays are less crowded and animals are more accessible.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Arrive on a weekday morning for lower crowds and more accessible animals across all enclosures
⏰The guinea pig and sheep sessions are the most hands-on β€” check the daily schedule at entry
🎟️Bring your own lunch if visiting with a large family β€” picnic spots are available near the cafe area
πŸš—Factor in parking cost separately from entry β€” paid parking nearby is an additional expense

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.3
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2,706 Google reviews

Direct hands-on animal contact45%
Relaxed riverside atmosphere30%
Animal availability varies by visit15%
Parking and entry costs add up10%
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Ali Matkowsky

6 months ago

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β€œSuch a fun morning out with the kids! We visited the Collingwood children’s farm for the first time a few weeks ago and we had a great experience. There are great β€˜hands-on’ experiences for the kids - petting Guinea pigs, patting a cow, petting chickens, etc. The kids loved all of the farm animals and being able to see them up close. There is also a cafe there and some produce available to buy if you wanted to stay for longer! Definitely recommend trying with kids.”

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SEM

3 months ago

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β€œIt's a good option to take the kids to for a bit of running, getting some sun, and getting used to farm animals. Very happy with the covered play area at the barn too. Lovely staff in all sections.”

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Elena Aguiar Ramos

6 months ago

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β€œA Wonderful City Farm Escape with a Few Suggestions☺️ What a lovely find so close to the Melbourne CBD! We had a wonderful family day out, and it was a genuine delight to watch our little one connect with the animals. Being able to get hands-on and pet the friendly goats, sheep, and guinea pigs was the absolute highlight. While we cherished the experience, a few things could make it even better. We felt the value for money could be improved, perhaps by increasing the number of animals or adjusting the ticket price slightly. We also wished we could have viewed the beautiful horses and cows from a closer vantage point. It would be a magical addition if children could have a simple pat of the ponies included with admission, rather than as a separate paid activity. The facilities are great – the activity barn is a fantastic space for kids, and the cafΓ© has a really cool, rustic vibe. Our coffees took a bit of time to come out, but the atmosphere was pleasant. Overall, we're so grateful for this farm and the opportunity it provides for city kids. With a few small enhancements, this would easily be a five-star destination for us. We look forward to visiting again!”

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Adrianne Walujo

3 months ago

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β€œI went there on a summer weekend so it was crowded. Finding parking isn’t too bad, though it is on the pricier side considering it is an extra cost on top of the entrance fee (we spent $52 for tickets and parking combined). It was a huge area, animals were well taken care of and it is great for kids to interact with them freely (you can enter the goats’ area, sheep and more). The lovely surprise would be the peacock visiting us while we were having a picnic. The animals are very friendly. I wish the toilet can be a bit more modern as they look a bit old and bins near the bathroom area can be opened without us having to use our clean hands to touch the lid (it feels like defeating the purpose of washing hands if I have to touch the bin again afterwards to throw away paper towels).”

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Overview

Collingwood Children's Farm runs as a nonprofit on the banks of the Yarra River in Abbotsford. Visitors enter open animal enclosures to hand-feed and pat goats, sheep, pigs, chickens, guinea pigs, and cows. Supervised animal sessions run throughout the day. A covered play area inside the barn provides shelter. The on-site cafe serves food and coffee on a patio with Yarra River views. Street parking is available nearby; paid parking adds to the day cost. Open on weekends and select weekdays.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday09:30 – 16:30
Tuesday09:30 – 15:30
Wednesday09:30 – 15:30
Thursday09:30 – 15:30
Friday09:30 – 15:30
Saturday09:30 – 15:30
Sunday09:30 – 16:30

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