Family Farm Days & Seasonal Events in County Kilkenny

Nore Valley Park — Pet Farm, Pumpkin Patch & Maize Maze in Bennettsbridge

Nore Valley Park in Bennettsbridge, County Kilkenny is a destination for families seeking hands-on farm experiences. The park's core offerings include a Pet Farm Day Visit, a Pumpkin Patch + Farm Visit, an evening Torchlight Treasure Hunt & Scare Maze and a Season Pass 2025. These experiences focus on animal interaction, seasonal harvesting and outdoor play in a farm setting.

What to expect at Nore Valley Park

• Pet Farm Day Visit: Bottle-feeding lambs, cuddly rabbits, interactive play areas, a scenic nature trail and homemade treats. Ideal for families wanting direct animal contact and a relaxed countryside visit.
• Pumpkin Patch + Farm Visit: Pick-your-own-pumpkin, a new maize maze, pedal go-karts, crazy golf and animal encounters. The combination of harvesting and play appeals to a wide range of ages.
• Torchlight Treasure Hunt & Scare Maze: A new maize maze by torchlight, followed by an eerie Scare Maze and a bonfire with marshmallow toasting for evening entertainment.
• Season Pass 2025: Access to multiple visits across the season for those planning repeat trips to the farm.

Why visit Nore Valley Park

Nore Valley Park emphasizes family-friendly activities and direct animal engagement. The farm experience is suitable for toddlers, children and teens with supervised animal interaction and clearly marked trails. Seasonal events such as pumpkin picking and torchlight mazes create memorable, repeatable outings for local and visiting families in County Kilkenny.

Planning a visit

Visitors can select from single-day Pet Farm visits, seasonal Pumpkin Patch events, evening Torchlight Treasure Hunts with a Scare Maze, or purchase a Season Pass 2025 for multiple visits. Activities are designed to be enjoyed rain or shine, with a mix of indoor and outdoor options described in each experience summary.

Location and suitability

Located in Bennettsbridge, County Kilkenny, Nore Valley Park serves nearby communities and tourists seeking an authentic farm day. The park’s combination of animal care, simple seasonal attractions and structured activities makes it easy to plan a family-friendly outing.

Experience highlights

• Hands-on animal interactions including bottle-feeding lambs and small-animal petting.
• Seasonal picking at the Pumpkin Patch and a new maize maze for exploration.
• Evening family fun with a Torchlight Treasure Hunt and Scare Maze, followed by a bonfire and marshmallow toasting.
• Active play with pedal go-karts and crazy golf for all ages.

Whether looking for a daytime pet farm visit, pumpkin picking in season, an atmospheric torchlight maze or the flexibility of a Season Pass 2025, Nore Valley Park in Bennettsbridge offers defined trip choices for a countryside family experience. Search for specific trip names—Pet Farm Day Visit, Pumpkin Patch + Farm Visit, Torchlight Treasure Hunt & Scare Maze, and Season Pass 2025—to find details and plan the right farm day.