From lambing season to wildflowers: a spring farm stay experience
24 February 2026
There’s something quietly joyful about spotting the first lambs of the season while the countryside slowly stretches awake from winter. The mornings grow lighter, the meadows begin to hum with bees, and barns echo with the soft bleats of newborns. For farmers, early spring means long days and watchful nights as they care for new arrivals.
Lambs at Hoe Grange Holidays, Derbyshire
Staying on a working farm during lambing season offers a rare window into rural life. If you’ve ever dreamt of bottle-feeding a lamb, watching baby calves wobble through the fields, or collecting warm eggs from the hen house, a spring farm stay might just be the break you didn’t realise you needed.
Whether you’re after a cosy self-catering cottage, a welcoming farmhouse B&B or a glamping getaway under the stars, spring is a wonderful time to reconnect—with nature, with each other, and with the simple joy of being outdoors.
Baby animals, big smiles
Lambing season typically runs from February to April, and it's a highlight for farm stay guests across the UK. For many children (and quite a few grown-ups too), it’s their first real encounter with life on the farm.
Depending on where you stay, you might be able to:
- Help bottle-feed orphaned lambs
- Watch a ewe give birth (if you’re lucky)
- Collect fresh eggs for breakfast
- Stroke a sleepy calf or admire a curly-haired Highland cow
- Meet pygmy goats, fluffy chicks or little piglets
Bampfield Farm, Devon
It’s not just the cute factor that makes these moments special, they often spark lasting curiosity about the countryside, farming, and where our food comes from.
Every Farm Stay UK property is unique, but what they all share is that feeling of being close to nature, surrounded by fresh air, wide skies, and the gentle rhythm of real farm life.
Running wild and winding down
While the animals are busy stealing hearts, spring also brings the landscape to life. Hedgerows and hay meadows bloom with wildflowers. Migrating birds return. Bees drift between blossoms. And there’s a freshness in the air that makes you want to lace up your walking boots and explore.
Spring stays on the farm are full of little moments that make big memories:
- Waking up naturally to birdsong and the sound of cows
- Letting children roam free in wide-open spaces
- Splashing through puddles, discovering nature’s treasures
- Evening strolls through buttercup meadows or bluebell woods
Many farms have nature trails, wildlife spotting spots, bug hotels or bird boxes. After a day outdoors, there’s nothing better than curling up in a glamping pod or cosy cottage with a hearty supper and a mug of hot chocolate.
Glamping with goats or a B&B with bunnies?
Whether you’re after a back-to-nature escape or a break with a few added comforts, Farm Stay UK has plenty to choose from:
- Glamping pods with fields of lambs right outside your door
- Family-sized cottages with enclosed gardens and safe play areas
- B&Bs with home-cooked breakfasts and real farm chat over tea
Wherever you choose you will receive a warm welcome and enjoy countryside views from your window.
Some farms offer hands-on “Farmer for a Day” experiences too. Perfect for curious kids (or adults!) who want to lend a hand with feeding time or enjoy a farm tour.
And no two days are ever the same. One morning you might meet a newborn lamb on wobbly legs. The next, spot a patch of primroses that appeared overnight. That’s the beauty of spring on the farm—nature writes the itinerary.
Why spring is the perfect time to stay
Holiday in Snowdonia, Tyddyn Du Farm
- Fewer crowds than summer, but just as much to see
- Baby animals galore
- Easter holidays filled with family-friendly fun
- Mild weather, blooming landscapes and longer days
- Fires and hot tubs still welcome on chilly evenings
Booking early gives you the best choice! Whether it’s a romantic retreat, a rustic glamping escape, or a spacious country cottage for the whole family.
Malting farm cabins Essex
Ready for a spring escape?
A spring farm stay gives you room to breathe, time to slow down, and memories to treasure. If lamb cuddles, wildflower walks, and star-filled skies sound like your kind of family holiday, now’s the time to plan your countryside break.