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Proudly sponsored by Eltham Paediatrics, we’re inviting families to enjoy a fun, sensory-friendly farm tour this holiday season – designed with children on the Autism Spectrum in mind!
Step into a calm and welcoming farm environment where kids can meet our adorable, friendly animals in a way that’s tailored just for them.
What’s in Store?Join the farmers for a peaceful, hands-on adventure as we explore the farm in a small group, ensuring a relaxed and sensory-friendly experience. Depending on the weather and group needs, you’ll visit the animals either in quiet spaces or their enclosures, including:
- Guinea Pigs
- Chickens
- Ponies
- Sheep
- Goats
- Alpacas
Details:
- Time: 3:00 PM meet-up at the Reception Building
- Duration: 45-minute tour of farm fun
- Cost: Just $8 per person (no charge for parents or carers)
- For All Ages: Perfect for young adventurers of all ages
- Must be accompanied by an adult.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to book ahead!
See the attached Social Story to give your child an idea of what the Farm Tour may be like.
You will learn
- Interesting facts and interactions with the farm animals
You will get
- Interesting facts and interactions with the farm animals
Appropriate for
Youth
What to bring
- Your curiosity
What to wear
Weather appropriate clothing, enclosed shoes or gumboots recommended.
Edendale Farm
1405 reviewsEdendale is a Community Environment Farm on 6 hectares of land adjacent to the Diamond Creek in Eltham.
We are open 7 days a week 10am to 4.30pm.
Entry to the farm is by Donation at one of our electronic tap points around the farm.
Along with our animals, indigenous plant nursery, school environmental education program, events and workshops, Edendale plays an important role as a hub for the local community to learn and share ideas about sustainable living, caring for nature and climate action.
Edendale offers:
- Local native plant nursery
- Preschool and school education programs
- Community sustainability workshops
- Family activities and events
- Cafe Eden and spaces for picnics
- Close proximity to Eltham North adventure playground reserve
- Volunteer opportunities
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 3 days before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 3 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
- A credit note can be requested 3 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
Terms & Conditions
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Edendale Farm or organised by Edendale Farm must agree to these terms and conditions.
1. LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Edendale Farm
2. PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Edendale Farm unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs, videos or recordings taken at Edendale Farm classes and events or on Edendale Farm premises. (For use of Edendale Farm marketing materials).
Photos and videos recordings will not be taken of children without written permission from parents or guardians.
3. CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled by Edendale Farm, students will be notified via email and entitled to a full refund, transfer or credit.
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Sensory-Friendly Farm Fun
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