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Edgar’s Mission

📍 Lancefield, VIC

★5.0(490 Google reviews)

Not-for-profit farm sanctuary in Lancefield, one hour north of Melbourne, rescuing and caring for farm animals. Guided tours tell the individual stories of resident animals. Premium tour available for closer interaction.

✓ Educational animal tours✓ Rescue animal stories✓ Premium tour recommended✓ Informative guides✓ Meaningful family experience

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children aged 6 and up who are curious about animal welfare and want an experience beyond a standard farm visit. The individual animal stories give children specific things to connect with. The premium tour is consistently recommended as worth the upgrade.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Book tours through the website in advance — visits are by scheduled tour, not open-access walk-in
⏰The premium tour is consistently recommended over the standard option
🎟️Lancefield is approximately one hour north of Melbourne — factor in travel time
🚗Dress for an outdoor farm environment — enclosed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are practical

💬 What Families Are Saying

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Natalie Williams

a year ago

★★★★★

“I took a group of friends to Edgar’s for my birthday and I was so glad I did! The team were so warm, friendly and informative. The chance to interact with these beautiful animals was so special and learning about their life history, the legacy of Edgar’s Mission and the best ways to support these animals was brilliant. The tour guides are so informed and you can tell how much they love these animals! Inspired me to come back to volunteer sometime!”

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Leisa Whitehill

3 months ago

★★★★★

“Beautiful place, where you see and meet animals being treated with kindness and respect that all animals should be shown. The tour is educational as well as getting to hear about some of the stories behind these rescued animals. Well worth visiting and supporting.”

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Tara Rogers

6 months ago

★★★★★

“If I could live at Edgar’s mission, I would. The love and care they provide to the animals there is inspiring. I would highly recommend the premium tour to everyone! Reminder that animals are friends not food 🫶🏼🌱”

💬 What parents mention

Deeply educational and moving toursIndividual animal rescue storiesPremium tour worth the upgradeCompassionate and knowledgeable guides

Overview

Edgar Mission in Lancefield rescues farm animals and opens the sanctuary to visitors through guided tours that recount each animal rescue story. The premium tour includes direct animal interaction and is led by guides like Lauren, praised for being engaging and informative. Tour guides walk visitors through the sanctuary explaining the philosophy and the lives of individual residents. Visiting requires booking through the website.

🕐 Opening Hours

MondayClosed
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Saturday08:00 – 12:00
Sunday08:00 – 12:00

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