Crystal Palace Park Farm

There is a free-of-charge little farm in Crystal Palace Park. We’ve visited loads since Arlo was born, but it’s only recently that he’s started paying attention and really enjoying it.

Crystal Palace Park Farm is small. A great day out for young children, you only need an hour or so to see all there is to see at Crystal Palace Park Farm.  

Crystal Palace Park farm is a working farm that is part of Capel Manor College – London’s only specialist environmental college., where students specialise in animal care. Crystal Palace Park farm is located inside Crystal Palace park, just up from the dinosaur lake.

Crystal Palace Park farm consists of farm animals, reptiles and fish. 

A trip to Crystal Palace park farm should take no more than one hour – the size of the farm is perfect for toddlers and babies. If you wish to make more of a day of your trip to Crystal Palace Park farm, there is a playground, maze, cafe within the wider area of Crystal Palace Park. Don’t miss a walk around the lake to spot the famous Victorian dinosaurs!

To visit Crystal Palace Park farm, there are several free of charge car parks within the park. Alternatively travel by bus or train is very easy, as the farm is located right by Crystal Palace train station.

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Crystal Palace Park Farm FAQs

Crystal Palace Park Farm opening hours

Crystal Palace Park Farm is open from 12-3.30pm every day. 

Closed on Wednesdays. Open on bank holidays. 

​How much does it cost to visit Crystal Palace Park Farm?

Cost: Free admission

What animals can you see at Crystal Palace Park Farm?

Expect to see shetland ponies, pigs, sheep, goats, meerkats, chickens, ducks, guinea pigs, and rabbits. 

Crystal Palace Park Farm also features a reptile house with lizards, snakes, and insects. 

Are there toilets at Crystal Palace Park Farm?

​Toilets and handwashing stations are available at Crystal Palace Park Farm

Is food and drink available at Crystal Palace Park Farm?

There is no food or drink at the farm itself, but just a short walk away within Crystal Palace Park you will find the Brown and Green Life Cafe

Where is Crystal Palace Park Farm?

Crystal Palace Park Farm is situated inside Crystal Palace Park, in South London. 

How to get to Crystal Palace Park Farm

Crystal Palace Park Farm is located a short walk from Crystal Palace mainland station, with train routes from London Bridge. 

​You can check TFL to see which bus routes stop at Crystal Palace Park. 

Where do you park for Crystal Palace Park?

If you are driving to Crystal Palace Park, there are three free of charge car parks within the park itself. You will find the car parks situated next to the Thicket Road and Anerley Hill and Crystal Palace Park Road entrances to the park.

​What is Capel Manor College?

Capel Manor College is London’s leading environmental college. Capel Manor College students look after the animals at Crystal Palace Farm. 

Capel Manor College also collaborates with local schools to provide 14 and 15-year-olds with hands-on experiences and educational training in environmental studies, horticulture, and animal care.

Is Crystal Palace Park Farm open to the general public?

Yes, Crystal Palace Park Farm is open to visits from the general public

Is Crystal Palace Park Farm pushchair friendly?

There are no stairs at the farm. Crystal Palace Farm is easy to navigate with a pushchair. 

Come and visit this delightful community-run farm in the heart of one of South London’s best parks for children. 

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