Rutland Farm Park is welcoming volunteers wishing to meet new people, enjoy a hands-on experience and boost their volunteer credits for challenges such as the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Rutland Farm Park is a popular local attraction run by one Rutland family, with yours in mind, and this weekend they will be celebrating 6 years of hard work, family fundraisers, animal rescue and much more. 

Headed up by owners and hands-on managers Clive and Julie, the farm has been a top spot for grownups and children since it reopened in 2017 after being closed for over a decade.

It brags a range of attractions and features, including a café, play park, animal petting and feeding sessions, a selection of home and handmade and allergy-friendly goodies available at Daphne's tea room, seasonal activities and a collection of rare breed animals. 

The farm cares for a range of rare breed animals and welcomes guests all year round to learn about them and the lifestyle of rural farmers Image credit: Nub News.

Now, the opportunity has once again popped up for volunteers to join the team, caring for the animals and helping to host a range of events on the run up to the festive period.

The team have shared what it is like to volunteer at the farm, and have thanked one of their longest serving volunteers, Steve, who just can't get enough of life on the farm.

Rutland Farm Park's farmer Amy said: "Steve has been volunteering with us for a few years now. Even with his full time job, Steve is still here and is still giving up his Saturday mornings to help us, which we are forever grateful for.

"So, thank you Steve, not just for you help on the farm but for everything else you do and try to do for us - you are our hero!"

Steve is one of many volunteers at Rutland Farm Park. Image credit: Rutland Farm Park.

Amy continued: "We have some volunteer spaces available for either Duke of Edinburgh students or upcoming Vet Students to help on the farm, or for members of the local community looking to learn and meet new people.

"You will be helping on the farm with mucking out and anything else that needs to be done. You will learn all about animal welfare and you will get to have some fun with the animals once the work is done."

Pop down to the farm on Uppingham Road to meet some furry friends and wooly wallies this summer. Image credit: Nub News.

Farm Amy added: "I am looking for fun and enthusiastic volunteers who love animals but also keen to be with us. It's hard graft but caring for the animals is so much fun."

If you feel this would be for you, please drop Amy an email on [email protected].

The team are also getting ready to celebrate Christmas on the farm...

There are still plenty of events taking place at Rutland Farm Park as Christmas approaches. Image credit: Rutland Farm Park.

Keep your eyes peeled for our big round up of festive events, or head to our What's On page to find out about the Christmas events that have already been listed by Oakham Nub News readers, local residents and Rutland-based businesses.

You can also share your own events by clicking the 'Nub It' button at the top of the What's On page.

Rutland Farm Park can be found on Uppingham Road, Oakham. Image credit: Nub News.

Find the farm at:

Uppingham Road

Oakham

LE15 6JD  

Check out our What's On page to find out more about the events taking place at the farm and across Rutland.

Alternatively, get in touch to share your own events and news by emailing [email protected]. 

We look forward to hearing from you.