1 / 2Collingwood Children's Farm
π Abbotsford, VIC
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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.
π 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.
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10 months ago
βIt'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.β
Adrianne Walujo
10 months ago
βI went there on a summer weekend so it was crowded. Finding parking isnβt 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 goatsβ 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).β
virginie poetry
10 months ago
βFelt the farm was not in its best shape when we visited. Not many animals were available. Of all sessions, we enjoyed the guinea pig and sheep session the most. Also, bringing your own meal for lunch may be a good idea.β
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Chickens
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Peacocks
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Sheep
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Animal encounters
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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.






