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Sheepworld Farm & Café (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Sheepworld Farm & Café?

71%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 71% Solo-Friendly: A solo visitor can watch shearing, join feed tours and walk trails, but the site is small and family focused, so entertainment depth for one adult is moderate.

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Reviews4.5/ 5
(from 960 reviews)

Positives:

  • Interactive experiences: Hands-on feeding and live shearing show let you engage directly with animals.
  • Scenic solo spot: Farm views from the café offer a calm space to relax and reflect.

Challenges:

  • Rural location: Site is north of Auckland; arrange a car or check the limited bus schedule.
  • Unpredictable weather: Rain or wind can chill outdoor areas; pack layers and waterproof gear.
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What is Sheepworld Farm & Café?

  • A rural farm park and café situated north of Auckland on State Highway 1
  • A centre showcasing live sheepdog trials, sheep shearing demonstrations and interpretive displays on New Zealand’s wool industry
  • A working demonstration farm housing sheep, alpacas, goats and other livestock adjacent to an on-site café

What is so special about Sheepworld Farm & Café for solo trip?

  1. Experience live sheep shearing and sheepdog demos up close.
  2. Join guided tours to hand-feed farm animals.
  3. Walk the native bush eco trail for bird sightings.
  4. Relax with solo café time overlooking paddocks.
  5. Browse wool exhibits and shop local crafts.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: This lets you attend the shearing show, join the feedout tour, walk the eco trail and enjoy a café break.

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Solo-Friendly Activities in Sheepworld Farm & Café

Sheep Shearing Show:

Watch skilled shearers and sheepdogs work on lambs and wool.

Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early to grab a front-row seat in the barn.

Guided Feedout Tour:

Feed sheep, goats, alpacas and donkeys with the farmer at 12:30 PM.

Tip: Purchase a NZ$3 feed bag to hand-feed lambs up close.

Eco Trail Walk:

Stroll a 10-minute loop through native bush and spot tūī and kererū.

Tip: Wear sturdy shoes in winter; paths get muddy after rain.

Café Coffee Break:

Enjoy coffee or brunch with views over paddocks and playground.

Tip: Try the gluten-free muffin and sit outside for uninterrupted farm views.

Wool Display & Gift Shop:

Explore exhibits on wool history and browse local knitwear.

Tip: Visit before 3 PM when lighting is best for photos.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Sheepworld Farm & Café

  1. Book tickets online: Reserve your admission and show time in advance at Bookme.nz.
  2. Arrive early: Get front-row seats at the shearing show and quieter farm paths for photos.
  3. Visit off-peak: Go on weekday mornings for fewer crowds and more solo space.
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Reviews of Sheepworld Farm & Café

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Ken Storey

Ken Storey

Oct 2025

SheepWorld in Warkworth is a charming and educational experience for all ages. The staff are friendly, the demonstrations are fun and informative, and the animals are well cared for. It’s a great place to learn about New Zealand’s farming heritage while enjoying a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Dallas Burkevics

Dallas Burkevics

Sep 2025

Such a great place to visit. The animals are all living their best life, love to interact and super friendly. The shearing show was well worth the extra price. The eco-discovery trail is a great added bonus. Oh and the cafe was great value, highly recommend the mushrooms on toast! The team clearly love their jobs too!

Jamie Falconer

Jamie Falconer

Sep 2025

We were on a visit from Australia and came across this farm. Fantastic not for profit organisation helping underprivileged children. The food was fantastic and was plentiful, the staff were fantastic and even helped my daughter look for the farm cats! Coffee was delightful. 4 hours flew past in a flash. I hope we get to come back here at some point. Just simply brilliant!

Anna

Anna

Sep 2025

What a fantastic and fun family friendly experience. We came up from Auckland and got there for opening at 10am. Came on the weekend but it wasn’t super busy at open which was great as we got feed and pat a lot of the animals whilst it was still quiet. Our kids got to feed the baby calves as well as the baby lambs (lambs during the show). The show itself was great, really fun and interactive and m...

Sandy Smart

Sandy Smart

Jun 2025

Nice place for kids. The farm animals are well trained and very friendly and curious. They are located pretty close to the city, probably just 20-25 mins drive from Orewa. You will find goats, sheep, rabbits, calves, alpacas, duck, chicken and donkeys, and you can feed them as well. Ample parking and an adjoining cafe as well. There's also a little walking trail with some native trees in it. Highl...

When is the best time to visit Sheepworld Farm & Café (Auckland, New Zealand)?

In summer, catch extra 2 PM shearing shows on weekends. In winter, layer up for chill in the barn and bring a rain jacket for the eco trail.

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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)

ItemCost (Approx.)
General admissionNZD 42
CoffeeNZD 4.5
Brunch sandwichNZD 15
Animal feed bagNZD 3
Small wool souvenirNZD 20
Total EstimatedNZD 84.5

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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Map of Sheepworld Farm & Café

Address: 324 State Highway 1, Warkworth 0981, New Zealand

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About Sheepworld Farm & Café

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+64 9 425 7444

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