Welcome

The fields, woods and green spaces of the Almond Valley site extend for nearly a mile either side of the river Almond. At its heart lies the old buildings of Livingston Mill and the nearby Mill Farm which is home to all manner of friendly animals who are always happy to meet you.

There's a big variety of unique and imaginative play spaces set among the meadows and woodland, with loads to see and do, no matter the weather. We’re particularly proud of our new Paraffin Works play area set beneath a giant umbrella.

There's indoor soft play beside our wonderful tearoom, and the shale oil museum with fascinating interactive displays. It’s a brilliant family day out; come along and find out for yourself.

Storm Eowyn - Repair Appeal

Whilst our beloved farm animals were kept safe during Storm Eowyn on the 24th January, the sustained high speed winds had a significant impact across our site, particularly on vital infrastructure.

Our much-loved Wings & Whiskers area, usually home to our vital Harvest Mice breeding programme alongside an abundance of animals including love birds, polecat ferrets, rabbits, Guinea pigs, and more, and integral to our education programme, has been severely damaged, losing its entire roof too the storm.

‘Any contribution will make a big difference, reducing the financial burden at a time when operational costs are escalating and out of blue costs are near on impossible to absorb without having a further impact elsewhere.