For all ages! Great family food experience
Dress for mud and stay for the sheepdog display: The Lamb Van’s Flat Caps & Wellies brings outdoor BBQ and hands-on farm moments to Ganaby Farm. Families and food lovers get face time with lambs, a live collie demonstration, and rustic plates served outdoors.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–3 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking on uneven farm ground; suitable for most ages and fitness levels but mobility may be limited in places
Wildlife
History
Ganaby Farm is a working farm in the Ballymoney area; events like this highlight long-standing local livestock and small-scale farming traditions.
Conservation
The Lamb Van emphasizes low-waste service where possible and hosts educational talks on flock health and seasonal grazing to promote responsible local food practices.
For all ages! Great family food experience
Wear waterproof boots
The farm surface is uneven and can be muddy—wellies or sturdy waterproof boots keep you comfortable while meeting animals.
Layer for changeable weather
Bring a rain shell and warm mid-layer; outdoor dining windows span afternoon into evening when temperatures drop.
Bring a camera but be brief
Capture candid lamb and sheepdog moments, but avoid disruptive flashes and keep interactions gentle for animal welfare.
Ask questions during demos
Handlers often give short talks—listening adds context to the sheepdog display and deepens your appreciation of local farming practice.
Waterproof boots / wellies
Essential for muddy paddocks and standing during outdoor demos.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry between food service and animal activities during autumn weather.
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Reusable cup or thermos
Useful for hot drinks and aligns with the event’s low-waste approach.
Compact camera or phone
For capturing lambs, the sheepdog display, and plated food—use non-flash settings near animals.