Deen City Farm
London, Surrey · Farm Park
The bit you came for
Our verdict
Kids
7.3/10
Age Fit 8 · Fun Factor 7
Parents
6.9/10
Value 9 · Seating 7
Good-value local farm with animal cuddles, but don’t expect a full-day barnstormer.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Deen City Farm is a free-to-enter city farm with the usual mix of goats, rabbits, chickens, sheep and horses, plus a small play area and cafe. Reviews suggest it works well as a short family outing rather than a major day trip, especially for younger children who are happy with animal spotting and hands-on bits. The big wins are value and low-pressure fun: free parking is mentioned, donations are welcomed rather than demanded, and there are chances to feed animals or prebook activities like horse and pony rides. Parents also liked the picnic tables, the small shop, and the fact that little ones can happily spend a couple of hours here without needing much more. What to know: the cafe gets mixed marks, one reviewer found staff unfriendly, and winter can mean fewer animals out and about. It can get muddy after rain, horse rides need advance booking, and one paid animal-stroking session was described as a bit harsh with a toddler. In short: charming and affordable, but a bit rough round the edges.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Free to enter, with donations encouraged and a few paid extras like horse rides and animal stroking. Best bits are the rabbits, goats, small play area and easy couple-of-hours format. Bring wellies after rain; winter visits may feel thin on animals and the cafe sounds merely adequate.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Indoor / outdoor mix
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Likely OK
Outdoor venues like this usually allow dogs on leads — call ahead to confirm.
Pram-friendly?
Mostly fine
Usually OK on main paths. Check for accessible routes if you need them.
Baby change?
Probably not
Probably not on-site. Bring a changing mat for the boot.
Food on-site & BYO
Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.
Locate it
London, Surrey
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is Deen City Farm free?
Yes, entry is free, though donations are appreciated.
What can children do there?
Meet rabbits, goats, chickens and other animals, use the small play area, and sometimes book horse or pony activities.
Is there somewhere to eat?
Yes, there is a cafe with indoor seating, but reviews suggest the food and service are nothing special.
Is it good for toddlers?
Yes, especially for ages 2-7. Toddlers seem to enjoy the animal stroking and short visit format.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"Entrance is free with an optional donation."
"My little girl had an amazing couple of hours here!"
"Don’t forget your wellies if there’s been a rainy weather before"