Entry / cost: Check Naze View Farm’s booking page for current prices and availability.
The farm is a five acre small holding in the hamlet of Tunstead Milton on a hillside on the outskirts of Chapel-en-le-Frith, with views of Combes Reservoir and across the Peak District Hills.
Have you ever wanted to walk an alpaca, or cuddle and feed one? Do you want to know more about these wonderful animals? If so, this is the experience for you! Meet, learn about and handle these calm, friendly creatures as you walk through the surrounding farm land and woodland.
Group sizes are small (price per booking is up to six people) so you will have a more intimate experience which will allow you some time to bond with your new alpaca friend.
On arrival, the team gives a short introduction to the alpacas:
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How to keep you and your Alpaca safe during the walk
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How to put your Alpaca at ease and gain the most from your experience.
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The care and husbandry tasks that they provide for their alpacas
During the talk, you will be matched to the alpaca best suited to you. Your alpaca experience begins as you head off with the team into the surrounding woodlands and fields. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the scenic countryside and the sounds of nature with your new alpaca friend by your side!
You’ll stop along the way to allow you time to pet the alpacas, get to know them and have some photo opportunities. Feel their fluffy fleece, hand feed them treats and if you wish you can collect some alpaca poop to make some “fertiliser tea” once you return home to help your garden grow!
The experience lasts approximately 90 minutes. Children under eight may accompany an adult but cannot hold a lead; children aged eight to 13 must handle an alpaca with an adult. The farm says children aged 14 and over may handle their own, but its guidance also includes 14-year-olds in the accompanied group, so check the rule when booking. See the farm’s guidance for details.
The walk crosses uneven farmland and is not suitable for wheelchair users, pushchairs or people who need walking aids. The farm asks visitors to wear sturdy closed-toe shoes; alpaca handlers must be able to hold the lead with both hands. It offers a meet-and-greet option for visitors with limited mobility; contact the team to discuss access.
The experience can be tailored to suit guest needs and they can also host larger parties of people for special events – contact Naze View Farm to find out more.
The farm also has Swiss Valais Blacknose sheep and other animals.
Naze View Barn: There is also self catering accommodation on site which sleeps up to four – a converted barn with all mod cons.
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