Beacon Hill Children's Farm (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Beacon Hill Children's Farm?
What makes it 91% Kids-Friendly: Children up to 12 can freely brush goats, join story time, and cheer goat stampede; flat paths, sinks, and nearby playground add convenience, so the farm delivers a fun 2-3 hour visit.
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Positives:
- Hands-on fun: Kids can safely enter the petting pen and brush goats under staff supervision.
- Stroller accessible: Compact gravel paths have gentle grades with no stairs or steep sections.
Challenges:
- Bumpy paths: Gravel surfaces can be uneven and jostle strollers on longer walks.
- Restroom distance: Public washrooms and baby-change tables are a 3-minute walk away in the park.
What is Beacon Hill Children's Farm?
- An urban petting farm in Victoria’s Beacon Hill Park housing goats, sheep, pigs, alpacas and other domestic animals
- A nonprofit organization that operates an educational farm supported by donations, volunteers and community sponsors
- A network of interconnected fenced pastures and enclosures showcasing heritage and miniature farm animal breeds
What is so special about Beacon Hill Children's Farm for with kids?
- Donation-based entry keeps costs low for families.
- Daily goat stampedes thrill kids and adults alike.
- Hands-on petting lets children brush and feed friendly animals.
- Weekly drop-in adds story time and colouring for younger children.
- Stroller-friendly layout and hand-washing stations support family needs.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: This allows time for goat stampede, petting sessions, feeding shows, and a relaxed walk without tiring young children.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Beacon Hill Children's Farm
Goat Stampede:
Watch goats race out of their pen at 10:10 am or 4:10 pm.
Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early for a front-row view and photos.
Goat Petting Area:
Enter the fenced pen to pet and brush friendly goats and sheep.
Tip: Supervise children closely and use brushes provided by staff.
Farm Friends Family Drop-In:
Join the Thursday 11–11:30 am session for a story, meet-and-greet, and colouring.
Tip: Sign in at the entrance by 10:50 am to reserve your spot.
Lunchtime Feedings:
Observe staff feed pigs, donkeys, and alpacas at 11:30 am.
Tip: Stand by the fence for close-up views of noisy snack time.
Pet Fence Animals:
Stroke guinea pigs, ducks, and chickens at low fences around the yard.
Tip: Use hand-washing stations after petting to keep hands clean.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Beacon Hill Children's Farm
- Timing is everything: Plan to catch the 10:10 am goat stampede, then head to the petting area before it gets busy.
- Picnic break: Use nearby Beacon Hill Park picnic tables for snacks and rest between farm activities.
Reviews of Beacon Hill Children's Farm
Jiayi “SheHikes” Liang
Visiting the petting zoo was a highlight of our visit to victoria. It is perfect for a five-year-old to look at different animals. We loved petting the goats, llamas, pigs and donkeys. The goat stampede was particularly fun during our three day visit. We were here for four times and will definitely come back. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers of keeping such a joyful place running in the m...
Tamara Heinrichs
A wonderful place to take your children, neices, nephews and grandchildren ❤️. Actually, it is just a beautiful place for everyone to go and soak up the smells and sounds of all the fun animals. We saw alpacas, ducks and chickens of many varieties, pigs, many little birds in the bird house, Guinea pigs, peacocks and of course the goats. 💕 We were lucky to see the 2 newest kids only two days old. ...
Emma Saunderson
Such a gem in the heart of Victoria! I’m so happy this place exists 😭 It was so much fun—getting to pet baby goats? Unreal. This charming little farm is full of the sweetest animals; chunky miniature pigs, lanky and awkward alpacas, sassy donkeys, silly ducks and chickens, and of course, the sweetest goats you’ve ever seen. Some of the mama goats are pregnant, and others are snuggled up with the...
Alicia DiGiammarino
So fun with a 6 and 8 year old. Birds (doves and budgies), pigs (apparently miniature but still pretty big), donkeys (looked a bit worse for wear), alpacas (who said cheese for my picture), goats (so soft at 1 month old), peacocks (shockingly loud), guinea pigs. Donation suggested for entry. I heard tell of a goat stampede at 10 am. You can get a stamp page at the front and add a stamp at each ani...
Kushal Panchal
As an animal lover, one of the first places I visited after moving to Victoria was Beacon Hill Children’s Farm and it truly left me speechless. This place is an absolute gem. There’s something incredibly peaceful and heartwarming about spending time here, and I highly recommend it to anyone. The fact that it’s about to celebrate its 40th anniversary says everything about how cherished and successf...
When is the best time to visit Beacon Hill Children's Farm (Victoria, Canada)?
Bring a raincoat and waterproof boots in fall and winter. Paths can get muddy, but all events run rain or shine.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Family admission by donation (2 adults, 2 kids) | CAD 26 |
| Optional sponsor-an-animal donation | CAD 25 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 26 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 815 Circle Dr, Victoria, BC V8V 2P2, Canada
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