Summer Holidays at Countryside Adventure – 18th of July to the 31st of August

Big Summer Blowout

A summer jam-packed with outdoor adventure, foam parties, Rover the Farmer, live shows, crafts and special visits from The Gruffalo and Bluey! Every day through the school holidays.

Big Summer Blowout: 18th July – 31st August 2026 with special visits and a brand new toboggan track!

Get ready for a rip-roarer of a summer at Countryside Adventure! From Monday to Sunday, each day promises a brand new adventure that’ll leave the kids beaming with joy… And a little bit ready for bedtime.

There’s something different to do here in Gloucester every day of the schools holidays – find out what’s on when on the schedule below. And enjoy our beautiful countryside backdrop that includes our animal trail, tractor trailer rides, bouncing pillows, quad train rides, mini golf, play areas and lots more. 

You’ll always save by booking online, with the cheapest earlybird tickets available until 4th July. (Or if you’re planning on visiting multiple times, why not opt for annual Countryside Adventure membership and save all year round?!).

What’s included in your entry tickets?

🎉 Foam cannon party

🎭 Live shows on weekdays (see schedule below)

🧑‍🌾 Rover the Farmer (live games and play!)

💛 Special character visits (selected dates)

🌾 Scrapyard play area

🏖️ Sandpits

🌳 Woodland walk

🦘 Jumping pillows

⚽ Foot golf

 
 

⛳ Mini golf

🐄 Barnyard play area

🚂 Quad train rides

🐑 Animal trail

🚜 Tractor trailer rides

Opening times and prices for Big Summer Blowout at Over Farm’s Countryside Adventure

Visit Big Summer Blowout!

From 10am – 4pm every day of the summer holidays, from Saturday 18th of July – Monday 31st August.

Our ticket prices can change with demand, so booking online is always the best value.

From £8.99 per adult when booked before 4th of July.

The biggest savings come when you book 14+ days before your visit during our Earlybird period; these lowest-price tickets often sell out quickly, so it’s worth locking them in early.

A £2 booking fee applies per online transaction.

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Earlybird (14+ days ahead) – best value

Book more than two weeks in advance for our farm park and you’ll unlock our Earlybird prices – the lowest we go!

Online (by 10pm the day before) – still cheaper

Missed the Earlybird window? You’ll still save when you book online before 10pm the day before your visit.

Gate (on the day) – highest price

Just turning up? You’re always welcome; just know that gate prices are higher and kick in from 10pm the day before.

What our customers say

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Such a beautiful little farm to visit with plenty of lovely family games to play! Staff were super friendly and the area was immaculate. Can’t wait to visit again in the summer!

Cate Slark 10/05/2026
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I brought tickets online to this place at the bringing of the summer holidays! Went yesterday 28/08 with my partner and children. Turn up originally from the first glance I thought 'oh there's not much to do' however when we got in and started looking around there was definitely plenty to do! The space is unreal as well! I normally get overwhelmed taking my children out but this place, honestly no overwhelming feelings at all! The place is completely fenced all the way round, so no escaping from my 4 year old. Around every corner there was something to do :) Even myself and my partner enjoyed it :) will definitely be going back :)

Emma Jakeman 29/08/2025
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Brilliant day with 2 granddaughters (10 & 8). Didn't do all the areas/activities but loved the fact that entrance price covers all activities. Wasn't crowded even in the middle of the summer holidays. One piece of advice is if children take part in the Foam Cannon Party make sure you take a change of clothes and towels! Will certainly go again.

Paul Kearin 20/08/2025

Photos from last year's Big Summer Blowout

Every day throughout the summer holidays, you’ll enjoy a different farmyard theme at Countryside Adventure’s Big Summer Blowout. Use the booking calendar key to select the live shows or special visits that you want to be here for, and enjoy the magic!

Live shows and appearances include:

Interactive bubbles and balloons
Hilarious variety shows
Roaming reptile meet and greets
Hula hooping workshops
Hands-on craft workshops
The Gruffalo – Sunday the 19th July only
Bluey – Sunday 16th August only

View calendar booking key:
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Rover the Farmer’s Farmyard Fun Show

Get ready for toe-tapping tunes, farming fun and plenty of laughs as Rover the Farmer brings his barnyard bonanza to Over Farm! Expect dancing, jokes and family silliness galore, with full farm park fun included too!

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Sunday 2nd August: Unicorns are coming to Countryside Adventure!

Something magical is trotting into Countryside Adventure for the Big Summer Blowout! Join us on Sunday 2nd August 2026 for a sparkling day of unicorn wonder at Countryside Adventure.

Meet our beautiful fairytale unicorns, get up close for magical photos, help brush their lovely locks, and discover what these enchanting visitors like to munch.

Sell-out expected: our previous Unicorn Day sold out, so there’s a chance tickets for this date will sell faster than a unicorn in a glitter storm. Earlybird tickets are limited, so please book early to get the best price and guarantee your place.

Choose Sunday 2nd August 2026 on the booking calendar to secure your Unicorn Day adventure, with all other Big Summer Blowout activities and adventures included!

Book Unicorn Day on Sunday 2nd August

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19th July: Oh help! Oh no! It’s a gruffalo!

Uh-oh… Here comes the Gruffalo! Everyone’s much-loved, purple-prickled friend will be visiting our farm park Countryside Adventure on Sunday 19th July 2026.

Come and see him at intervals throughout the day on Sunday 19th July, and enjoy full farm park entry with your ticket.

Book farm park tickets – select Sunday 19th July

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16th August: Hooray! It’s going to be the best day ever!

Everyone’s favourite inexhaustible heeler pup Bluey is coming to Countryside Adventure on Sunday 16th August. For real life!

Bluey will be appearing at intervals throughout the day. Make sure you use the link below to select farm park tickets for 16th August if you want to see Bluey, and don’t forget your camera!

Book farm park tickets – select Sunday 16th August

Themed days so you can find the best day out just for you!

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Bubbles and balloons

Get ready for a shimmering spectacle that will leave you floating on cloud nine at our special shows, where iridescent bubbles and vibrant balloons come to life!

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Marky Mark’s Monkey Magic

Prepare to go bananas as Marky Mark takes to the stage, bringing a mischievous twist to a magic show that’ll leave you spellbound (and slightly confused!).

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Diatom Dave’s Explosive Science Show​

Get ready for bangs, blasts and brilliant science as Diatom Dave brings anti-gravity races, giant air bazookas and electrifying experiments to Over Farm!

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Roaming Reptiles!

Slither into awe at our live reptile shows, where scaly sensations and hiss-terical surprises await. Find out all about these fascinating creatures and give them a cuddle if you dare!

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Family Magic with Lucy Lost-It!

Prepare for mind-boggling tricks, silly dancing (tap shoes optional but encouraged), giggles galore and magical moments your little one won’t stop talking about!

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Learn to hula-hoop with Loz Because

Spin, twirl and hoop your way into giggles this summer as Loz Because ignites the roundhouse with high-energy hula-hooping lessons. Let’s get those hips moving!

 
 
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Crafting with a difference

Unleash their inner artist and let their creativity run wild as our crafting workshops take centre stage. Join us for a world of imagination and hands-on fun to make those weekends sparkle!

 
 

Activities on every day

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Rover the Farmer

Meet our resident roaming farmer Rover, here to make your child’s day extra special with games, jokes and play!

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Water play & sandpits

Who can pump the most water to race their duck down the track fastest? Head to the sandpits for an epic dig too!

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Bouncy pillows

Watch them bounce to their heart’s content on the most exhilarating pillows you ever laid eyes on!

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Mini golf

Grab your trusty putter and step onto our thrilling 9-hole mini golf course, it’s fun for all the family!

 

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Quad train

Prepare for a rollicking adventure around the farm in our hilarious and much-loved quad train.

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Animal trail

Our resident critters can’t wait to see you! Meet our ostriches, pigs, donkeys, llamas, ponies, sheep and more…

 
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Woodland walk

Embark on a captivating trail and delve into the fascinating world of insects and flora!

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Foam cannon

Prepare to be doused in a frenzy of foamy fun as we unleash the excitement of our foam cannon! *One show 1pm each day!

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Footgolf

Combine the thrill of football with the precision of golf and kick your way to victory on our comical course!

 
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Play areas

It’s a sensory extravaganza in our three amazing play areas. Burn off steam and turn up the fun!

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Tractor rides

Hop aboard our tractor trailer and enjoy the farmer’s view of Over Farm! Rides are running all day.

Save on every visit with Countryside Adventure annual membership

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It’s perks galore with an annual membership to Countryside Adventure!

For just £69pp, you’ll enjoy half price entry to every visit during special events like the Easter Eggstravaganza and Spookyard. Plus your summer PYO fields membership will be included AND you’ll unlock a year of unlimited weekend and school holiday adventure (outside of our special events), included in your exclusive annual membership.

The 10% discount in our gift shop doesn’t hurt either! Just remember to use your provided membership booking link to secure your slots in our booking calendar before each visit.

Click here to buy membership

Food and drink at Countryside Adventure

Feel free to bring a delicious picnic filled with all your favourite treats, venture over to our fabulous Food Box for barista-crafted drinks, soft scoop ice creams, loaded fries and cold drinks. Or, head to the farm shop for an even wider range of delights.

While we appreciate your generosity, please refrain from sharing your food with our beloved animals (especially those greedy goats!).

Our furry friends thrive best on our animal feed – specially curated to meet their nutritional needs. You can always buy a bag of feed at the admissions hut if you’d like to make your animal encounters truly memorable!

Countryside Adventure FAQs

Got questions ahead of your visit? Head to our FAQs page here – or click here for help planning your day.

We are ready for another week of Little Farmers Club, are you? 

Our weekday mornings are super chilled and allow you and the smallest members of the family to explore the park just how you like! We will have our animal trail, bouncing pillows and mini golf ready for you to enjoy. And don't forget cold drinks and ice creams can be bought from the gift shop too! 

Grab your tickets on our website - linked in our bio 🔗
“Octonauts, let’s do this!”

Today was amazing! Captain Barnacles loved meeting each and every one of you!

Don’t forget to share all of your photos, and we hope you all had the best day!
Tomorrow at Countryside Adventure…

We’ll be joined by the one and only Captain Barnacles!

Meet him in the roundhouse at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm to snap those photos! 
There are some tickets left, so if you have yet to book, be quick or you may miss out! 🎟️ 

🎟️ Ticket Info:
• Covers full park entry for the day.
• Character appearances are a bonus addition!
• Meet-and-greets are not guaranteed sessions.

Countryside Adventure opens for special events throughout the year – join our mailing list for first dibs on tickets

While you're here

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Visit our award-winning shop!

Make a beeline for Over Farm Market for a delightful deli, cosy café and an abundance of fresh, local food!

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Head to the PYO fields

Check the seasonal schedule and tack on a visit to our strawberry or sunflower fields!

>Buy PYO entry<

 

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Take a tour of Over Barn

If you’re looking for a special venue for a private occasion, you’ll find it in our stunning 19th century hay barn.

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