Make friends with the alpacas!
We keep a small herd of beautiful alpacas on our farm, who make great travelling companions for walks, and are great company for afternoon tea! You can learn all about these gorgeous and fun animals, and arrange a great day out for the whole family. You can have the complete alpaca experience in Oxfordshire with us at Downside Farm.
Contact us on 0330 043 2723, or book your alpaca experience here.
Afternoon tea with the alpacas
Relax in the fresh countryside air with a delicious Afternoon Tea in the presence of our Alpacas. Your experience will include al fresco afternoon tea platter served with a cup of tea and a glass of Prosecco whilst you enjoy the company of our alpacas.
Dietary options: We cater for the following dietary needs
- Vegetarian/vegan
- Gluten free/coeliac
- Nut allergies (some items may contain traces of nuts)
Meet and Greet followed by Afternoon Tea (90 mins)
Standard Afternoon Tea (12+) - £26.00 per person
Prosecco Afternoon Tea (18+) - £28.50 per person
Childrens Picnic Lunch (5+) - £16.00 per child
Meet and Greet followed by Tea and Cake (90 mins)
Standard - £15.50 per person (suitable for 5+)
NHS/young carers/Blue light - £10.50 per person (suitable for 5+)
Meet and Greet followed by Picnic Bench use (90 mins)
£65.00 per bench – customer to provide own food and drink, maximum of 6 people per bench.
Suitable for aged 5+
MAKE A BOOKING
Minimum 2 people per booking. Payment required upon booking. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a full paying adult over the age of 18.
Please note: Our afternoon tea menu is prepared for all booked adults and booked over 10s; if you are visiting with a child who is under 10 please let us know.
Contact us to make a booking for afternoon tea:
Please call 0330 043 2723 to book or email enquiries@downsidefarm.co.uk.
“We came for the first time on Sunday for the NHS event. The Staff were so lovely and friendly. And the interaction with the animals was amazing. My boys absolutely loved it (as did I).
The hot drinks and cakes were great too, I highly recommend (and have been raving about it to all my NHS friends)
Thank you “
- Sylv 2nd May 2023
“Awesome afternoon for people of all ages, the staff are so friendly and knowledgeable and the food was really good.
I would recommend it to anybody and everybody!
Great day! Thank you!”
- Ben 2nd May 2023
Kids Birthday Parties
Animal interaction and feeding (2 hours) plus Childrens Picnic Style lunch supplied by us
£20.00 per child, 2 adults included in costs
Additional adults charged at £12.50 each.
Suitable for children aged 5-12
Minimum of 12 children, maximum of 18.
Start time options: 11am, 12pm, 1pm
Whole paddock to yourself for an extended amount of time. Full use of the designated eating area throughout the event, equipped with hand washing facilities and covered seating area – this area can be decorated with your own supplies.
Bespoke service with a designated event handler to help personalise your day.
Picnic style lunch:
Sandwiches, crisps, veggie sticks, cakes, fruit, juice/squash and water.
Optional added extras:
Cake - Party bags - Decorations - Balloons
Animal interaction and feeding (2 hours), food supplied by customer (unlimited water and squash provided)
£15.00 per child, 2 adults included in costs
Additional adults charged at £12.50 each.
Suitable for children aged 5-12
Minimum of 12 children, maximum of 18.
Start time options: 11am, 12pm, 1pm
Whole paddock to yourself for an extended amount of time. Full use of the designated eating area throughout the event, equipped with hand washing facilities and covered seating area – this area can be decorated with your own supplies.
Bespoke service with a designated event handler to help personalise your day.
Optional added extras:
Cake - Party bags - Decorations - Balloons
“What an experience!
Went for a picnic with the Alpacas for my daughters birthday, we had a lovely time and it was really well organized. Very easy to book and the staff were really friendly.
Would highly recommend going for a visit and you will not be disappointed.
Thank you so much”
- Rachel 3rd July 2022
“Been twice so far, definitely coming back again… quite apart from the wonderful scenery, kind staff and gorgeous food the animals are just amazing and so full of character.
The food was fantastic.
Can't wait till next time.”
- Ruth 8th May 2023
Private events for all occasions
Animal interaction and feeding followed by…
Afternoon Tea option - £27.00 per adult, with an optional glass of prosecco on arrival. Children over 5 also welcome, charged at £17.00 each to include unlimited squash and water plus a children picnic style lunch)
Tea and Cake option - £20.00 per adult, with unlimited hot drinks
Picnic bench option - £16.00 per adult, with free unlimited hot drinks
Minimum of 12 people, maximum of 24.
Whole paddock to yourself for an extended amount of time (2 hours)
Full use of the designated eating area throughout the event, equipped with hand washing facilities and covered seating area – this area can be decorated with your own supplies.
Bespoke service with a designated Event Handler to help personalise your day (balloons - specific cakes - dietary requirements - decorations)
Farm Hand kids Club
We are excited to now offer a new experience for children aged 5 - 12 years old, to come along and learn all things farm life!
If your child is interested in animals and wants to learn more about how to care for them and gain experience working on a farm, this is the perfect opportunity!
So what is involved ...
- Your child will get the chance to help to feed, clean out, groom and interact with a range of farm animals including Alpacas, pygmy goats, Shetland pony, horses, chickens, ducks, sheep and more.
- Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout their visit, but children should bring a packed lunch with them to enjoy al fresco style in the comfort of our barn - they'll have worked up a real appetite after all this animal care!
- £30 per child, limited availability per session.
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ALPACA WALKING
(COMING SOON)
- Two adults (16+) walking one alpaca - £50.00
- One adult (16+) walking one alpaca - £30.00
- One parent & one child (ages 5-15) sharing one alpaca - £45.00
- One child walking one alpaca (ages 10-15) - £20.00 - Can only be purchased with at least one full adult ticket.
Private Alpaca Walk
£65.00
Grab an animal-loving friend and head to the picturesque countryside to meet and walk a friendly alpacas. This is a complete alpaca experience in Oxfordshire, suitable for couples, families, and groups of friends.
Experience authentic farm life as you enjoy a 60-minute animal-lover's paradise. Beginning with a short safety demonstration, learn fascinating facts about alpacas, including how to handle them. Once you've become acquainted with your alpaca friend, you can share a tranquil walk together, through 90 acres of rolling fields and peaceful farmland. You'll even be able to feed them tasty treats and don't forget to grab a selfie with your new four-legged friend!
As you cruise around the farm, keep your eyes peeled for the resident playful sheep, ponies, chickens and other farm favourites! Alpaca Walking is a truly lovely and relaxing way to spend time with family and friends. We're based in Blewbury (South Oxfordshire) within easy reach of the M4, M40 & A34.
Monday-Fridays only. Must purchase a minimum of two tickets.
Please email us if you cannot see the date you would like on the booking system.
What's Included?
60 minute alpaca walk
Learn about and lead your alpaca, following a safety briefing from an experienced alpaca guide
See a whole host of other resident animals including playful goats, sheep, and ponies
90 acres of rolling fields and peaceful farm land
Why choose us?
We are a small family business and we pride ourselves on not only giving you a first class experience but also offering you a real inside look as to what life is really like on an alpaca farm in rural England. Our guests often leave as friends and as such we find our customers come back time and time again for a wonderful alpaca experience in Oxfordshire. We believe we offer a totally unique experience as our surrounding countryside is so beautiful, our animals so amiable, our walk so picturesque and our inside knowledge is second to none. When you visit us you are visiting a family home, with real farmers who are happy to share our farm with you.
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FAQs
Who can take part?
The walk is suitable for all able-bodied people over the age of five. (We find younger children cannot manage the walk and the ground is unsuitable for pushchairs. We advise parents of very young children to look at the Alpaca Encounter instead.) Everyone else taking part should be capable of walking a fair distance over bumpy and often muddy ground without the use of walking aids. Dogs cannot attend or be left behind in cars.
What if I would like to come in a large group?
We welcome large groups. Please email us if you would like to make a large booking.
What if I would like a private experience?
We are inundated with requests for private experiences due to the pandemic. If you need a private experience due to health conditions please email us and we will try and accommodate you. Our private experiences take place on a week day.
Which tickets do I need?
Alpacas are herd animals and won’t walk alone, so experiences can only be booked for two or more people. There are various tickets you can select and you'll see all of the options on the booking page.
What do I need to bring?
Suitable clothing and footwear (sun cream and hats for sunny days, waterproofs and wellies for wetter days).
Can children walk alone?
All children under 16 must be accompanied and supervised by a full paying adult at all times. Children aged 10-16 can walk their own alpaca but must be accompanied by a full paying adult walking their own alpaca.
Pregnancy
If you’re pregnant please be aware that we are a working farm with live animals. We therefore have natural bacteria and parasites which in some circumstances may be harmful to a pregnancy. If you choose to come to our farm or participate in an experience we recommend you do not touch pregnant sheep or lambs and thoroughly wash your hands after being around any of our other animals, especially before consuming food.
How do I book?
Please book using the form at the moment - Upon booking, your confirmation will be sent to you immediately. Look out for an email from enquiries@downsidefarm.co.uk. If you don't receive it instantly, please check your junk folder.
Do I need to sign a wavier before arriving?
All participants undertaking any activities at Downside Farm must complete a wavier beforehand; this can be found via the link
Testimonials
Absolutely brilliant time. ...
Absolutely brilliant time.
Shona’s hosting was fantastic nothing was too much trouble.
Plenty of food was given to feed the animals and if you run out Shona was on hand to provide more.
Food was fantastic, really would recommend
We had the most amazing experience this afternoon. ...
We had the most amazing experience this afternoon. We were very privileged to spend time with Boris and friends.
Kim and Craig were fantastic hosts and we most definitely had an up close and personal experience, that we all thoroughly enjoyed.
We would most definitely recommend.
Thank you so much for having us.
The standout part of this experience is the service...
The standout part of this experience is the service. You just don’t get service like this anymore! Staff are just fantastic and deserve all the credit for our experience.
Really fast responses before I arrived (even in the evening)! which was greatly appreciated. On arrival and throughout the staff were so lovely, welcoming and attentive. The food was delicious, the experience lasted the perfect amount of time and of course the animals were just amazing. We can’t wait to return again! Thank you so much for making it a memorable and different afternoon out.
Me and my son had the best day!...
Me and my son had the best day! From start to finish we were given a warm welcome, the food was delicious and the seating area was set up beautifully. Most importantly though the interaction with the animals was very special and lots of fun. Everyone was smiley and welcoming. You are all wonderful. The passion for the animals and knowing their characters really came through.
Thank you for sharing your special farm.
Absolutely 5* from start to finish! ...
Absolutely 5* from start to finish!
From organising the booking to being welcomed on the day was fantastic! I couldn’t ask for a better experience.
The customer service was exceptional, we were well looked after! Seeing the animals was so exciting!
Definitely an enjoyable activity for families, friends and couples....
Loved my experience feeding the alpacas and other farm animals! There was a safety briefing before the interaction, which I think was helpful in making sure that we will have a pleasant experience – both for the animals and visitors.
The table setting was also beautiful and I enjoyed the afternoon tea with yummy treats. All these as we were looking at the field with the animals walking around. I like how there’s designated hand washing area nearby. And the staff made sure we had everything we needed. Definitely an enjoyable activity for families, friends and couples.
Thank you for a lovely time and making us feel welcome....
Spent an hour in the company of “Boris” and co and loved every second.
Kim, our host, was very welcoming and was happy to answer any questions.
The cream tea and cakes was delicious and a glass of Prosecco most welcome.
A lovely way to spend an hour or so in the fresh air and countryside.
I thoroughly recommend a visit here, especially if you have young children, or even if you don’t.
“Boris” is going to become a bit of a celebrity in no time at all.
Thank you for a lovely time and making us feel welcome.
Any Questions?
Call Downside Farm, stables in Oxfordshire, on 0330 043 2723 or email enquiries@downsidefarm.co.uk, to book your alpaca experience.
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