Baby Friendly Local Attractions

Discover Baby-Friendly Adventures Beyond the Farm

Your little one’s first holiday should be filled with fun, gentle adventures and North Hayne Farm is perfectly placed to explore them. From buggy-friendly trails to hands on animal encounters and cosy cafés with baby changing facilities, we’ve hand-picked the best local attractions that welcome even the tiniest explorers.

Whether you’re looking for a quiet stroll, soft play, or a fun day out that works around naps and feeds, you’ll find plenty of baby friendly spots nearby to help you make magical memories together.

Many of North Devon's attractions cater for all age groups. From the feedback we receive from our guests as well as our own visits we have highlighted why we think they are good for your toddler.

Take a look at our top recommendations below!

Quince Honey Farm

A brilliant mix of fun and learning, Quince Honey Farm is perfect for babies. With level paths for buggies, gentle sensory experiences in the gardens, and plenty of indoor spaces to explore, it’s an easy, stress free day out for little legs and big imaginations.

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey time: Just 10 minutes from North Hayne Farm
  • Best bits for babies: Indoor soft play area, undercover education centre and gardens with buggy-friendly access
  • Rain or shine: Great for all weather with plenty of indoor activities
  • Facilities: Baby bottle warming, changing facilities, family friendly café

Devon Railway Centre

All aboard for a fun filled day at the Devon Railway Centre perfect for babies and young children! With gentle ride-on trains, model railways to watch, and both indoor and outdoor play spaces, it’s an easy, relaxed outing with plenty to keep little ones entertained.

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey time: Just 30 minutes from North Hayne Farm
  • Best bits for babies: Ride-on trains, model railways, small indoor and outdoor play areas
  • Rain or shine: Good mix of indoor and outdoor activities
  • Facilities: Baby bottle warming, changing facilities, café next door, plus a craft shop and pub next door

Picnic on Exmoor

Sometimes the simplest days are the most special. Pack up a picnic and head to Exmoor for a gentle outdoor adventure. With wide open spaces, fresh air, and plenty of nature to spot, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a quiet moment together with your little one.

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey time: Around 25 minutes from the farm
  • Best bits for babies: Safe, open spaces to lay out a blanket and enjoy fresh air, lots of gentle sights and sounds to take in
  • Best for: Dry, sunny days
  • Top tip: Take your own picnic

The Big Sheep

The Big Sheep is packed with gentle, baby friendly adventures. From a dedicated under 2's soft play area to cute animal encounters and slow-paced rides, it's a brilliant day out for even the tiniest of visitors.

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey time: 35 minutes from North Hayne Farm
  • Best bits for babies: Under 2's play area, petting corners, gentle rides and indoor soft play area
  • Rain or shine: Good mix of indoor and outdoor activities
  • Facilities: Baby bottle warming, changing facilities and on-site restaurant 

The Tarka Trail

Perfect for a peaceful day outdoors, The Tarka Trail is a flat, easy route ideal for walking with a buggy or cycling with a little one in a baby seat (age 1+). Enjoy fresh air, beautiful views, and a chance to spot wildlife along the way!

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey time: 25 minutes from the farm (starting at Barnstaple) or 35 minutes (starting at Fremington Quay)
  • Best bits for babies: Buggy friendly paths, gentle cycling with baby seat and wildlife spotting
  • Best for: Dry, mild days
  • Facilities: Baby bottle warming and changing facilities at Fremington Quay Café 

Woody Bay Railway

A gentle, nostalgic day out perfect for big and little ones who love trains! Hop aboard a beautifully restored narrow-gauge railway for a short, scenic ride - just the right length for babies. Woody Bay Railway is a simple yet magical way to spend time together and with The Old Station Inn 5 minutes drive away you can feed baby and get some lunch while baby sleeps!

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey time: 34 minutes from North Hayne Farm
  • Best bits for babies: Short train ride of 1 mile (stay on as long as you like), buggy friendly station and a relaxed atmosphere
  • Best for: Rainy or dry days
  • Facilities: Station tea room with baby changing and bottle warming facilities

Milky Way Adventure Park

Packed with baby friendly fun, The Milky Way Adventure Park is a brilliant day out whatever the weather. With flat, buggy friendly paths, gentle rides, indoor play zones, and interactive shows, it's perfect for introducing little ones to a world of adventure!

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey time: Just over 45 minutes from the farm
  • Best bits for babies: Buggy friendly paths, safe gentle rides and indoor soft play area
  • Best for: Any weather
  • Facilities: Starlight Restaurant with baby changing and bottle warming facilities 

Devon National Trust

Whether you're wandering through peaceful gardens or enjoying a gentle stroll during nap time, National Trust spots offer a calm day out perfect for babies.

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey times: Knighthayes 25 minutes, Arlington Court 35 minutes and Killerton House 45 minutes.
  • Best bits for babies: Garden strolls, open space and buggy friendly grounds
  • Best for: Dry days
  • Facilities: Cafes offer baby changing and bottle warming facilities 

Local Beaches

North Devon's stunning beaches are perfect for a laid back family day out. Think soft sand for tiny toes, gentle paddles, and plenty of fresh sea air. Pack a picnic or pop into a nearby pub or café for a tasty treat!

Quick Dive Details:

  • Journey times: Saunton Sands 40 minutes, Croyde 45 minutes and Woolacombe 50 minutes.
  • Best bits for babies: Space to play, soft sand and easy beach strolls with the buggy
  • Best for: Warm, dry days
  • Facilities: Nearby pubs and cafes offer baby changing and bottle warming facilities