If you have a special someone who loves Highland cows, consider giving them a unique experience in Yorkshire as a last-minute Christmas gift.
Dumble Farm, located in Beverley, Yorkshire, offers various cow-themed activities featuring their charming heifers. Visitors can even opt to stay overnight in a field adjacent to the cows.
The farm recently won the gold award for Experience of the Year at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence for their Cow Cuddling encounter. This unique experience allows guests to relax and connect with the farm’s gentle Highland cows through activities like stroking, brushing, and cuddling, promoting mindful interaction and relaxation.
Due to the farm’s setting, camping and cow-related experiences are tailored for adults only, and no pets are permitted. Visitors can bring their own camping gear or opt for one of the farm’s luxurious yurts, featuring Highland cow-themed decor and amenities such as a fireplace, running water, and access to a shared bathroom with a shower.
In the vicinity of the campsite, guests may catch glimpses of young Highland cows grazing and roaming around, eagerly awaiting attention. Additionally, visitors can enter the cows’ shed and explore the farm’s woodland area to meet the resident goats.
The most popular experience at the farm is Cow Cuddling, offering a heartwarming opportunity to bond with these affectionate animals. During autumn, the farm also provides Calf Handling sessions where guests can interact closely with young Highland cows, including brushing them, leading them on short walks, and enjoying cuddle sessions.
Other available experiences include the Cow Safari and Wildlife Tour, a guided tour around the farm on a colorful bus with the chance to feed the herd from a secure trailer. For a comprehensive experience, visitors can book “Herd it on the Grapevine,” which includes a tour of the nearby Laurel Vines Vineyard, a Cow Safari, and a picnic with a bottle of wine.
Situated just a 15-minute drive from Beverley, a historic market town north of Hull, the farm offers proximity to notable landmarks like Beverley Minster, a significant parish church with origins dating back to the 13th century. Visitors can explore Beverley Bar, an ancient town gate, and enjoy the bustling Beverley Market on Saturdays, showcasing local artisans and vendors.
For more information on camping and experience bookings at Dumble Farm, visit their website.