Open Farm Sunday is taking place this year on 7th June 2026, so if you are wondering if there are any local events for you to go along to keep reading!
Open Farm Sunday is farming’s annual open day giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about farming and the countryside, and farmers the chance to talk about what they’re so proud of: British food and farming!
You can find out ALL of the farms across the UK taking part on the Open Farm Sunday website
Open Farm Sunday Essex
Bennison Farm
Location : Frating Road, Essex, CO7 8HT,
They are looking forward to welcoming you to the organic veg farm. There will be free parking and the following activities:
Farm Trail: Explore the fields at your own pace or join one of two guided tours with Danny, who will be able to answer any of your veg related questions.
Family Fun: Outdoor games and activities, including bushcraft, a sensory mystery crate, blindfolded “Guess the Veg,” and “Food Mile Jump Rope” – a game to show how far some food travels to get to the supermarkets.
Plant Sale: Grab some gorgeous green goodies to take home for your own garden or windowsill.
Teas, coffee and cake
For further information CLICK HERE
Hall Farm
Location : Great Canfield Hall, Church End Great Canfield Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1JT
Spend the day exploring this arable farm in the Essex countryside.
They will have guided walks around the fields, including the newly planted wild grass and flower meadows.
The old 11th century Norman Motte & Bailey will be open to visitors. There will be a display of classic tractors through the ages and a wonderful farmers market selling local fresh produce.
They will have craft and games for the children along with food and drink available throughout the day. The event coincides with the flower festival at the local village church, St Mary’s of Great Canfield.
For further information CLICK HERE
Hunts Hall Farm
Location : Colne Road Pebmarsh Halstead, Essex, CO9 2QE
Tractor and trailer rides, Local walks, View and sit in the farm machinery, Fresh cakes and refreshments, Local burger van.
Free to attend, taking place from 11am – 5pm
For further information CLICK HERE
Lodge Farm
Location : The Barns at Lodge Farm Epping Road Epping Green Epping, Essex, CM16 6FS
Ever wondered where the wheat in the last loaf of bread you bought came from, or how it was grown?
Go along to Open Farm Sunday at Lodge Farm to find out! They grow cereals there (wheat, oats and barley) and some pulses too (specifically, a type of bean called the faba bean, which primarily goes into animal feed) and they’d love to tell you more about how those crops go from being seeds in the ground to food on your plate.
You’ll meet the farmers who grow your food, see machinery displays with the equipment they use, go on either a walking tour or tractor & trailer ride tour of the farm, explore the beautiful countryside on the nature trail, get hands on with activities, and much more!
The bar will be open for hot, cold, soft & alcoholic drinks, and there’ll be homemade local food available too – so why not make a day of it? They’ll be open from 11am to 4pm, entrance is FREE, and you are welcome to drop in anytime.
Tractor & trailer rides will leave at quarter past each hour and seats will be allocated on a first come first served basis on the day – just ask the team for info when you arrive.
They’d love to meet you and show you around!
For further information CLICK HERE
Rix Farms Thursday 4th & Friday 5th June
Location : Lodge Farm Boxted Road Great Horkesley Colchester, Essex, CO6 4AP
Go and discover what really happens on the farm during harvest!
They’re opening up the farmyard and inviting you to join them for a guided farm tour on the evenings of Thursday 4th June and Friday 5th June 2026.
During the tour, they’ll take you around the yard and show you inside buildings where crops are stored, as well as the machinery and tools they use every day.
You’ll also visit some of the crop fields so you can see the work that’s currently taking place during harvest and learn more about how the farm operates.
This tour is designed for anyone aged 16 and over who would like to gain a deeper understanding of farming and see behind the scenes of a working farm.
You’ll finish the evening with refreshments, giving you the chance to ask questions and chat with them about the farm and the harvest season.
Places are limited, so please sign up in advance to secure your spot.
For further information CLICK HERE
The Salvation Army Hadleigh Farm Rare Breeds Centre
Location : Castle Lane, Hadleigh, Essex, SS7 2AP
They are opening the Rare Breeds Centre for FREE entry on Open Farm Sunday.
There will be talks throughout the day plus animal handling sessions and craft activities.
They will also be shearing the sheep all day which can be viewed by all who attend.
They are also hoping to have an artisan craft fair and classic car display, along with farming displays.
Fleeces will also be available for purchase along with the usual farm merchandise and animal feed for sheep, goats and alpacas.
For further information CLICK HERE
Wilkin & Sons Ltd
Location : Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0RF
THIS IS A FREE EVENT WITH NO BOOKING.
They have a number of exhibitors such as RSPB, Essex Wildlife Trust, Rural Police, Flight Simulator, Astronomy group, Composting display, Thursday Cottage, Tiptree Patisserie, Coles Puddings, Tractor and Trailer and vintage busses farm tours and more..
For further information CLICK HERE
Open Farm Sunday Norfolk
Crown Point Estate
Location : Warners Park (Field Opposite Whitlingham Country Park) Trowse, Norfolk, NR14 8TR
Join them for a fantastic day at Crown Point Estate as they celebrate Open Farm Sunday 2026. Set within the beautiful surroundings of Whitlingham Country Park, this is a great opportunity to learn more about farming, discover where your food comes from, and enjoy a memorable day out in the countryside.
Bring the whole family and explore everything the farm has to offer, including:
- Impressive farm machinery displays
- Tractor rides and guided farm tours
- A wide range of local producer stalls
- Delicious food and drink vendors
- Face painting
- Fun, family-friendly children’s activities
Whether you’re passionate about farming or simply looking for a local day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Entry is free and no booking is required. A small £3 car parking fee applies. All profits are donated to local charities, so your visit will help support great causes within the community.
For further information CLICK HERE
Carrick Enterprises Ltd
Location : Castle Farm, Swanton, Morley, Norfolk, NR20 4JT
Castle Farm is a 450 acre business encompassing arable, livestock and hospitality enterprises.
The farm’s northern boundary is bounded by the River Wensum, one of the UK’s most important chalk watercourses, designated a Special Area of Conservation under The European Habitats Directive.
Visitors to the farm on Open Farm Sunday will have the opportunity to visit the Pedigree, High Health herd of registered Lincoln Red suckler cows and their calves who graze the river’s flood plains throughout the summer.
In addition they welcome to the event, many stalls informing visitors of every aspect of services to the rural economy, including wellbeing, health and safety, precision farming, use of drones, diversification, forage making.
Also tractor and trailer rides, butchery demonstration, competitions, games for children, guess the weight of the bull, name the calf, bar and refreshments. Something for everyone! All welcome. I look forward to greeting you. John
For further information CLICK HERE
Darrow Green Farm
Location : Darrow Green Road Denton Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 0AY
10am – 4pm. Farm tours – meet the animals – children’s activities – machinery on show – tractor rides – on-farm butchery open – stalls – refreshments
£1 per person booking fee. Children’s activities chargeable.
For further information CLICK HERE
O.W.Wortley & Sons LTD
Location : Holmebrink Farm Thornham Road Methwold Thetford, Norfolk, IP26 4PH
Farm-based games and craft activities for children, Tractor and trailer rides to explore growing crops. An opportunity to view machinery up close. Meet the sheep from little Flockers. Discover how local wine is produced. Chat with the team to learn how they produce food and care for the countryside.
Get insights into the farming industry and the career opportunities it can provide. Enjoy free; tea, coffee, biscuits and other food available to purchase. Car parking and the event are free.
For further information CLICK HERE
R W Perowne High House Farm & Cobble Hill Winery
Location : High House Farm Docking, Norfolk, PE31 8PD
The day will consist of 2 vineyard tour and tastings.
Tours will start with a trip to the vines to discuss the annual cycle of viticulture and how wine is grown in England. Guests are encouraged to enjoy the woods at the back of the vineyard at their own pace before or after their tour.
We then show our winery, a 5 minute drive away, where our winemaker gives a masterclass on how grapes are made into wine once they have grown.
This is followed by a wine tasting with some light bites, with a history of the farm by owner Robert Perowne.
There will be an opportunity to buy wine at the cellar door.
Say hello to our cows on the way!
Tour times are: 11am – 1pm
For further information CLICK HERE
Shorelands
Location : Shorelands Barn, Langmere Road, Norfolk, IP21 4QA
Visitors to the open day will be able to find out about the conservation work in the Waveney Valley and meet the traditional farm animals that they use to manage their meadows.
Go along to meet Suffolk Punch horses, Norfolk Horn and Grey-faced Dartmoor sheep, Bagot Goats, Miniature Donkeys and rare breed poultry.
The team from BBC Radio Norfolk will be holding a gardeners question time between 11am and 1pm.
Visitors will also be able to join the conservation partners from the Broads Authority for pond dipping and Waveney Bird Club for bird ringing demonstration. Refreshments will be available or bring a picnic.
For further information CLICK HERE
Old Hall Farm
Location : Norwich Road Woodton, Norfolk, NR35 2LP
Car park opens 9am (£7.50 per car – no additional entry fees). Milking demo with Q&A 9.30am. Machinery, implements and classic/modern vehicles on show from 10am.
Local makers market. Local food and beverages. Guided farm walks.
Meet the sheep, cows, goats, pigs, horses and donkeys.
Hog Roast, BBQ. Restaurant open 9am-4pm.
For further information CLICK HERE
Open Farm Sunday Suffolk
Dennington Hall Farms
Location: Dennington Hall Farms Laxfield Road Dennington, Suffolk, IP13 8AU
Everything from farm animals to tractor rides, food and picnic area, local businesses and fun games for the kids.
Open Farm Sunday here is like a mini show with something for all the family.
For further information CLICK HERE
Euston Estate Farms Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June
Location : Euston Park Euston, Suffolk, IP242QH
Open Farm Weekend. See machinery and animals as part of our tractor and trailer rides.
Massey Ferguson Tractor Run (Sunday) and Sheep Dog Trials (Sat). Church flower festival also on. Free to attend but parking is £2 for church funds.
For further information CLICK HERE
Melford Place Farm
Location : Long Melford Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 9LG
They are opening the gates of the family run farm in the heart of Long Melford.
This is a free to attend event so go along and say hello to the cows grazing on the water meadows and learn about the crops they grow in the fields around the village.
From Wheat for bread to Sugar Beet for sugar, the farming team will be on hand to explain how your food is produced and all the different things they get up to on the farm.
Learn about how they look after the water meadows, the wildlife and environment on the farm, including the secrets of the Dung Beetle!
There will be a static machinery display, cows to see, tractor and trailer rides and much more!
For further information CLICK HERE
Nonsuch Farm
Location : Butchers Lane Kelsale Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 2PH
Join us for a farm tour, viewing our cropping, agroforestry and livestock enterprises.
For further information CLICK HERE
Oak House Farm
Location : Burstall Lane Sproughton Ipswich, Suffolk, IP83DH
Visit Oak House Farm@Sproughton. See the Red Poll and Shorthorn cattle and calves and Gloucester Old spot and Large White pigs and piglets.
Demonstrations occurring throughout the day including sausage making and a lamb butchery demonstration. BBQ selling hot dogs, bacon rolls and beefburgers using meat from the farm
For further information CLICK HERE
Shimpling Park Farm Saturday 6th June 2026
Location : Shimpling Bury Saint Edmunds Suffolk IP29 4HY, Suffolk, IP29 4HY
This event is believed to be the first of its kind in the United Kingdom: a festival dedicated entirely to soil education for non-farming audiences.
In this inaugural year, up to 100 participants of all ages will embark on a hands-on, multi-sensory journey.
Through activities from exploring soil, to discovering farm scale organic growing and crops, to hands on cooking guided by an amazing chef and baker you will help to produce a meal made from produce sourced from the farm, the vegetable garden and local East Anglian growers.
We will all eat the results of our work together at the end of the day at an outdoor communal feast.
For further information CLICK HERE
Suffolk Farmhouse Cheeses
Location : Whitegate Farm, Norwich Road, Creeting St Mary, Suffolk, IP6 8PG
Farm tours and farm walks. Children’s activity trail. Tractor-trailer rides. Ask the farmer
Watch the cows being milked through our robotic milking parlour. Meet the cows and calves. Meet the sows and piglets. Matilda and Daisy our rescue donkeys. Meet the Pygmy goats and kids. Farm shop. Look around our veterinary clinic.
Home-reared meats BBQ. Ice-cream and milkshakes. Tea and cake. Bar. Proud to be supporting the East Anglian Air Ambulance as our chosen charity this year.
For further information CLICK HERE
Valley Farm Equestrian Leisure
Location : Valley Road. Wickham Market, Suffolk, IP13 0ND
Equestrian centre – meet the horses, watch the riding sessions, meet the alpacas, peafowl, goats and donkey.
Farm walks. Cafe. Campsite. Well behaved dogs on leads welcome. Play area.
For further information CLICK HERE
Woodlands Farm
Location : Woodlands Farm Holbrook Ipswich, Suffolk, IP92PT
Come on down to our arable farm in Holbrook for a look at what we are growing and how. Come and meet some local livestock, see some modern and vintage machinery, and bring your burning questions for our shed of industry experts!
Don’t miss a tractor and trailer tour of the farm too. We’ll have plenty of food and drink on offer, and games for all ages to have a go at.
We charge the small fee of £3 per person to enter, as we are keen fundraisers for the local air ambulance charity. Please try to pre-book your tickets with the above link!
There will be lots to see and do, so come and join us for a fun day down on the farm.
For further information CLICK HERE