Monk Park Farm
Family Fun & Hands-On Animal Encounters Near Thirsk
Posted on 27th July 2026
Set across 84 acres in the village of Bagby near Thirsk, Monk Park Farm is a popular family-friendly farm park offering hands-on animal encounters, interactive play spaces, and scenic countryside walks. Located in the heart of Herriot Country at the foot of the Sutton Bank, it is an ideal day out for families with young children.
Visitors can meet and feed a wide range of friendly farm animals, burn off energy in outdoor adventure play zones, ride the popular barrel train, and explore peaceful lakeside trails throughout the site.
Highlights / What to See 🐷
Monk Park Farm offers a balanced mix of animal activities, indoor shelter, and energetic outdoor play for children of all ages:
- Animal Feeding & Petting Barn: Get up close with sheep, goats, pigs, alpacas, llamas, deer, wallabies, and small pets. Animal feed bags can be purchased at the entrance.
- Outdoor Adventure Play & Sandpit: Packed with climbing frames, slides, a large sandpit area, and a pedal car track for little drivers.
- The Barrel Train & Air Bouncers: Hop aboard the fun barrel train ride across the farm fields, or let kids bounce away on the large outdoor air bouncers (weather permitting).
- "Little Thirsk" Indoor Role Play: A dedicated indoor interactive role-play village where young kids can dress up and explore mini town shops and services.
- Nature & Lake Walk: Enjoy a gentle 1-mile walking track around the farm's scenic lake and woodland paddocks.
The Hungry Monk Tearoom ☕
Serving hot lunches, sandwiches, fresh cakes, ice cream, and hot drinks. A covered marquee space and outdoor picnic tables are also provided for families bringing their own packed lunches.
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Plan Your Visit 📅
Essential visitor details for organizing your family trip:
Admission Cost
Ticket prices vary slightly between peak (school holidays/weekends) and off-peak term-time days. Advance online booking is recommended during peak periods. Under 2s enter free.
Essential companion tickets are supported via the Access Card scheme.
Opening Times
Term Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Fri-Mon). Holidays & Events: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM. Check official site for seasonal dates.
Dog Policy
Dogs are not permitted on site (with the exception of registered assistance dogs) to protect livestock welfare.
Facilities
The Hungry Monk Tearoom, gift shop, covered picnic marquee, baby changing, and accessible toilets.
Accessibility
Mostly level access across main areas with wide gravel/paved paths suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Some grassy terrain.
Getting There 🗺️
📍 Location Address:
Monk Park Farm, Green Lane, Bagby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 2AG
🚗 By Car & Parking
Located just off the A170 between Thirsk and Sutton Bank, easily accessible from the A19 and A1(M). Ample free on-site parking is available.
🚌 By Public Transport
The nearest railway station is Thirsk (approx. 5 miles away). Taxis are available from Thirsk town centre.
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