little sherwood petting zoo, drouin
If you're looking for the ultimate family fun, and budget-friendly day trip, head to Little Sherwood Petting Zoo in Drouin South — a place where you can enjoy fur, fun, and yummy food!
It is actual animal lovers heaven! (Especially if you are anything like this Mamma and are unapologetically obsessed with piggies!)
If you're looking for the ultimate family fun - and budget-friendly - day trip, head to Little Sherwood Petting Zoo in Drouin South — a place where you can enjoy fur, fun, and yummy food!
It is actual animal lovers heaven! (Especially if you are anything like this Mamma and are unapologetically obsessed with piggies!)
Here you get to cuddle a baby goat (how adorable are their jumpers!) feed friendly donkeys, sheep, and chickens, and give a gentle pat to the fluffiest bunnies you've ever seen. In a separate pen a group of cheeky piglets trot about with their little piggy tails wagging, while hungry alpacas and llamas eye you up for snacks — and yes, you can feed them too! If you're lucky, you'll even get to feed the gorgeous Highland cows.
But if gorgeous animals aren’t enough, kids will also love the massive playground, play sheds, and tents with blackboards, toys, and enough space to burn off some energy.
And if you’re a bit peckish, there’s a crepe truck. Serving up yummy sweet crepes, hot chips, hot drinks and milkshakes - it’s just what you need to fill up your tummy!
Oh, and keep your eyes peeled — a playful Bengal cat might just slink by for a quick hello!
*Please be very watchful of your children here and make sure kids are sitting down when holding the goats, and are respectful of the animals and never chase them!
the nitty gritty
315 Fisher Rd, Drouin West 3188
OPEN
Wednesday - Sunday
10am - 4pm
wanna know more? click here.
Mamma’s special mentions: If you are still hungry - head to 2 Waters Cafe in Longwarry!
hampton children’s playhouse, hampton
Hampton Children’s Playhouse is a membership based centre built around the notions of community and open ended play.
Hampton Children’s Playhouse is a membership based centre built around the notions of community and open ended play.
Situated off the bustling main street of Hampton, members can grab a takeaway coffee at one of the many cafes or pick up supplies from the supermarket across the road before making their way to the playhouse.
Located in a repurposed house, the playhouse offers the comforts of home but with more toys… lots and LOTS of toys. There are rooms for imaginary and constructive play as well as a beautiful light filled space tailored specifically to babies. Here you will also find a small library for those wishing to take a little time out.
Towards the back yard there is a fully functional kitchen for the grown ups and a craft space for those creative little hands. There is also a gated art space outside on the deck, complete with paints and easels for those who enjoy a little messy play.
The outside space itself is nicely contained with beautiful murals on the walls and several play structures for the kids to play on. There is also a generous sandpit decked out with spades, buckets and toys. A seperate, gated swing space and shed full of ride on toys round out the space that Mamma’s kids could not get enough of.
Completely run by volunteers, Hampton Children’s Playhouse runs monthly events and a weekly playgroup (which is also open to non members for a fee). With options to join for a term or a full year, the playhouse is a wonderful choice for families of young kids who want to play and connect with others in a safe and enriching environment.
Mamma’s special mentions:
Merrymen Cafe has delicious coffee and food and is just down the road!
beaumaris children's playhouse, beaumaris
Beaumaris Children’s Playhouse is a home away from home… but with more toys!
Beaumaris Children’s Playhouse is a home away from home… but with more toys!
The playhouse is a membership based play space that facilitates and encourages all types of play. For over 40 years, Beaumaris Children’s Playhouse has been volunteer run and provides a safe, stimulating and fun environment for families of preschool aged children to connect with other local families.
Inside, you will find an imaginative play zone complete with kitchen, supermarket, doctor’s office and dress ups. For those who need a little down time, the small library is the perfect spot to take a moment and read a book together. Meanwhile, the creatives will get a kick out of the gated art room complete with smocks, paint and craft supplies.
The train and farm tables were a big hit with Mamma’s 2 year old car enthusiast who was only drawn away by the sight of the outdoor play area.
The outside space is generous - on one side you will find a sandpit, fenced off swing area and undercover play structure. On the other side is a beautiful fully furnished cubby house, slide and climbing wall.
However, the real star of the show for Mamma’s kids was the shed full of ride on toys with mini track designed for little hoons to race around.
During the year, the playhouse also organises multiple incursions and experiences for children to enjoy, including child entertainers, music and art classes.
the nitty gritty
24 Grandview Avenue, Beaumaris 3193
OPEN
Monday - Saturday
9am - 6pm
wanna know more? click here.
Mamma's special mention
When those tummies start to rumble, head over to Saska Cafe for a feed.
