ROOKERY OPEN FARM

18/08/2026

Animal Fun Fact No. 5
Sheep 🐑

👂 Sheep have excellent hearing and a wide field of vision.

✂️ Their wool grows continuously and needs regular shearing.

🧠 Sheep have a strong memory and can recognise the faces of other sheep and people.

🐑 There are over 1,000 different breeds of sheep around the world.

🥛Sheep have been kept by humans for thousands of years for their wool, milk, and meat.

Did You Know?

An adult male sheep is called a ram, an adult female is called a ewe, and a group of sheep is called a flock.

11/08/2026

Animal Fun Fact No. 4
Alpaca

🦙 Alpaca fleece is very soft, warm, and naturally water-resistant.

💬 Alpacas usually communicate by making gentle humming sounds.

🌈 There are more than 20 natural fleece colours, from bright white to deep black.

🏃 Alpacas can run at speeds of up to 55 km/h (34 mph) over short distances.

😄 When annoyed or frightened, alpacas may spit - but they usually spit at other alpacas rather than people!

Did You Know?

Alpacas are related to llamas and camels?

01/08/2026

Animal Fun Facts No. 3
Donkeys 🫏

🧠 Donkeys have excellent memories and can remember places and other donkeys for many years.

👂Their long ears help them hear sounds from far away and keep cool in hot weather.

🚨 Donkeys make a loud call called a bray, which can be heard over long distances.

🤔 They are known for being careful thinkers rather than stubborn—they often stop to assess unfamiliar situations.

🫏 Donkeys have been helping people carry loads and work on farms for thousands of years.

Did You Know?

An adult male donkey is called a jack, an adult female is called a jenny (or jennet), and a group of donkeys is called a herd.

29/07/2026

We are curious… please help by reacting to this post 😊

Question: Do your children prefer our large three storey indoor soft play barn or the spacious outdoor play area with various play equipment?

👍🏻 = indoor

❤️ = outdoor

29/07/2026

29/07/2026

Animal Fun Facts No. 2
Pigs 🐖

🐽 A pig’s nose is so powerful it can dig underground to find tasty food.

🧠 Pigs are among the smartest farm animals and can learn tricks, play games, and remember things for a long time.

💬 Pigs make lots of different sounds to communicate with each other.

🏃 Pigs can run surprisingly fast - up to about 18 km/h (11 mph)!

🌈 Pigs come in many different colours, shapes, and sizes depending on their breed.

Did You Know?

An adult male pig is called a boar and an adult female is called a sow.

27/07/2026

Visiting soon? Wondering if we sell drinks and snacks? YES… We have got you covered 👍🏻

27/07/2026

Not visited Rookery Open Farm yet? Here is a review that may help…

27/07/2026

Planning a family day out with us soon?…

You are welcome to bring your own picnic or purchase some reasonably priced goodies from us ☕️ 🧁 🥪 🍦

* Please note that we do not have a kitchen so cannot offer any hot food unfortunately.

23/07/2026

Animal Fun Facts No. 1
Pygmy Goats 🐐

🧗 Pygmy goats are fantastic climbers and love jumping onto rocks, tree stumps, and platforms.

👀 Their rectangular pupils help them spot danger by giving them a very wide view of the world.

🎭 Every pygmy goat has its own personality — some are bold and adventurous, while others are calm and cuddly.

💬 Pygmy goats communicate by bleating, wagging their tails, and using body language.

🌈 Their coats come in lots of beautiful colours, including black, white, brown, grey, and mixed patterns.

Did You Know?

A group of goats can be called a trip, tribe, or herd, and baby goats are called kids!