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They offer alpaca walks around their beautiful farm in East Sussex. Situated in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Spring Farm is superbly located adjacent to the Ashdown Forest. The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park and the historic village of Fletching are within walking distance from them. From central London stations to Haywards Heath station is only 45 minutes by train and there is a taxi rank outside Haywards Heath station. The taxi ride is about 15 minutes – alpaca walking has never been so accessible!
Alpacas (and Llamas) are delightful and friendly animals. Everybody who comes to their farm for an alpaca trek comments on how relaxing their alpacas are to be around. With their inquisitive nature, they are great fun to take for a walk and are certain to put a smile on your face!
A whole 2 hour alpaca experience! What’s involved?
After a short introduction to them and theit farm, they will introduce you to their alpaca family. They have about 100 alpacas (and 3 llamas). They will then halter up your walking alpaca team and set off for a casual walk around their 110 acre farm. During the walk, they will tell you about alpacas, their history, their stunning fleece and how they go about farming at Spring Farm. Spring Farm has been managed within Countryside Stewardship for the last 24 years. They will tell you about farming in a wildlife friendly way and hopefully spot some of the wildlife they have encouraged to thrive – a UK alpaca and wildlife safari!
They expect the walking element to last about 50 minutes, and it is across undulating fields so you should not encounter any unexpected surprises (although you do need a basic level of fitness – so please bear that in mind). Their walks are entirely within the boundaries of their farm. This is really important as you will not be traversing roads, public footpaths or bridleways. The route they take means you get wonderful views of the surrounding Sussex countryside, the South Downs and the High Weald AONB. The distance they cover is about a mile. They take photos of the walking group during the walk which they then send to you as a momento of your day with them (no charge).
After the walk we need to reward their walking alpacas or llamas – its really important they enjoy the walk as much as you and it gives them a treat to look forward to. You pay your walking alpaca (or llama) in carrots (which are provided ready chopped!). This is another wonderful photo/selfie opportunity! They will then take you to meet their mums and babies alpaca group so you get to meet the whole team. In 2024 they have had 22 baby alpacas. If they haven’t exhausted you by then, they have a small shop selling only Spring Farm goodies – hand made gifts and 100% Spring Farm alpaca goods. A perfect memento of your time with their alpacas.
Facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Spring Farm is conveniently situated in mid Sussex but convenient for Surrey, Kent and the South East of England. They are a short taxi drive (15 minutes) away from the local station at Haywards Heath. There is a large taxi rank at the station which is normally full unless there are problems with the trains.
Haywards Heath station is approximately 45 minutes from London Victoria/London Bridge making a walk with alpacas an easy option for a day out from London or even Gatwick airport (30 minutes away by car)! There is lots more to do within easy reach of them and their happy to recommend local pubs, eateries and attractions – so why not make visiting them part of an amazing day or weekend. You might even consider staying at their holiday let: “The Lodge”. Just bear in mind it must be booked for a minimum of a week!
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If you are travelling their to walk with alpacas by car, and you are using Sat-Nav (postcode TN22 3SA), then you may be directed to Archer’s Cottage/Moyses Farm. Don’t despair, they are slightly off the beaten track! You are on the right road and if you are passing the above farms on the left, keep going and you will find them on your left in about 800 yards. Look out for the following sign and gate. The gate is always kept shut because of alpaca movements – please open and drive/walk in.
