Spring is in the air, and the team at Rutland Farm Park are getting ready to welcome new arrivals as lambing and calving season begins.

Rutland Farm Park is owned by Clive and Julie and run day-to-day by their daughter, known fondly by the local community as Farmer Amy.

The working and play farm is supported by volunteers who, alongside the family-focused team, host a range of events throughout the year to entertain and educate the Rutland community.

Day-to-day, visitors can get up close with a range of rare-breed animals and enjoy grooming and petting sessions with rabbits, guinea pigs, goats and more furry and feathered friends. And this spring, you can join the fun as lambing and calving season ushers in the warmer - and hopefully drier - weather.

The first of their new additions, Champagne, was introduced last week, and is already a hit with guests. Champagne was born earlier this month to proud mum, Hollie, who was also born on the local farm.

Champgane was born to mum, Hollie, earlier this month. Image credit: Rutland Farm Park.

Champagne isn't the only new face on the farm though, and some of the early lambs are already up and about and making great play mates for the young calf.

And there is still time to head down to the Uppingham Road attraction and make the most of this hopeful time of year on the working farm.

The team said: "We have started calving and lambing so pop down and see our pet calf, Champagne and her two lamb friends.

"Don't forget, we have a lot of renovation and changes coming this year, so please bare with us when walking around the farm park.

"We know this work is taking a lot longer than we thought, but let's face it, Rome wasn't built in a day. These things certainly take time especially on the farm battling with daily weather changes and lots of rain. Hurry up spring!"

Bruno and the other rabbits can't wait to meet you. Image credit: Rutland Farm Park.

Rutland Farm Park is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am. No booking is needed, just turn up and enjoy the fresh air, meet and feed the collection of animals on the farm, and get in touch with nature.

Find Rutland Farm Park at:

Uppingham Road

Oakham

Rutland

LE15 6JD

The team serve home and handmade goodies at Daphne's Tea Room. Image credit: Nub News.

Don't forget, you can also swing by Daphne's Tea Room for a sweet or savoury snack or hot lunch, or join the team for Tots Thursday, which has proven popular following its return earlier this year.