Experiences at Woodlands Manor Farm

More than a place to stay

Experiences,
weddings & events

Free farm tours, hands-on pony experiences, surfing and outdoor adventures, and exclusive-use hire for the celebrations that matter most.

What we offer

Things to do here

Some are free with every stay (the Feed the Animals tour, pool sessions). Others are bookable add-ons (pony experiences, retreats). And some, weddings, exclusive-use, take over the whole farm. Please book animal experiences and other experiences in advance, including activities arranged through our partners.

Children feeding the pygmy goats at Woodlands
Free with every stay
Feed the Animals tour

Join Ruth on Wednesdays at 8am or Sundays at 8.30am to meet the alpacas, ponies, pigs, sheep, rabbits and chickens. Free for all Woodlands guests; please book in advance.

Wed 8am · Sun 8.30am · Advance booking
Indoor heated swimming pool
Wellness
Pool sessions

Heated indoor pool kept at 30°C all year, so whatever the weather or season, it is ready to be enjoyed. Open 8am–8pm daily.

8am–8pm daily · Free for guests
Grooming Lulu the mini Shetland pony
Outdoors
Pony experience

Spend half an hour with Lulu, grooming, leading and brushing. £25 per half-hour session, for ages 3 and above. A maximum of two children can join each session, with no limit on accompanying adults. Available all year; please book in advance.

£25 per half hour · Ages 3+ · Book in advance
Children learning to surf on the waves at Bude, Cornwall
Adventure
Surfing & Outdoor Adventure

We will arrange the right instructors to fit your needs, private or larger groups, families or more experienced surfers. We have the local knowledge to ensure you have a fabulous time.

All abilities · Advance booking required
Wedding setup at Woodlands
Exclusive use
Weddings & events

Hire the whole farm exclusively for your wedding, milestone birthday, corporate retreat or family reunion. Seven cottages and two yurts accommodate 46 guests, with the pool and games room, plus a variety of locations to choose from, the courtyard, orchard and playing field. Camp beds can be added by prior agreement.

Sleeps 46 · Camp beds by prior agreement
Yoga retreat at Woodlands
Wellness retreat
Yoga & wellness retreats

Talk to Woodlands and we can advise you on the best places for pottery, art, glass and jewellery workshops, as well as yoga, Pilates or open-water swimming locations. Get in touch with Ruth and Andy to arrange.

Weekend dates · Enquire

Exclusive use

Take the whole farm for your event

Reunions, weddings, milestone birthdays, corporate retreats, school trips, hen weekends, book the entire farm exclusively for up to 46 guests across seven cottages and two yurts, with the pool, games room, fields and animals all to yourselves. Camp beds can be added by prior agreement.

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Plan something memorable

Book a stay or call to discuss exclusive-use, weddings, or a custom experience.