Ozzy is settling in

Our new Shetland stallion Ozzy is settling in well at Cannon Hall Farm - but it has certainly changed the dynamic in our Shetland herd.

Join Farmer Ruth as she explains how the ponies are doing and don't forget you can visit them at Cannon Hall Farm every day (but you have to book your tickets in advance.)

Millie and Primrose

Millie and Primrose are big girls now and are adjusting to their new home in the rare breeds barn.

Visitors are really enjoying being able to watch their antics from the gantry and (aside from a few mishaps like Millie getting tummyache after stealing all ...read more

Pony Puzzle Ball

Our farmers work very hard behind the scenes to think of new and exciting enrichment ideas for our animals to keep them in the finest of spirits.And we were thrilled that someone sent us a pony puzzle ball. Join Farmer Ruth as she introduces it to our Shetlands.But the key question is: will Alice ever learn to share?

Emergency Vet Call

It's all hands on deck as Farmer Roger finds an injured goat in the roundhouse.

Our vet David from Donaldson's Vets is called out to answer the emergency - but can the little one be helped?

Our new calf

We are beyond thrilled to say we've welcomed a gorgeous new heifer calf to the shorthorn herd and she has the most wonderful markings.

We're really hopeful that she will grow into being a magnificent example of her breed.

Our Shire Lottie

Farmer Ruth joins us with our original Shire horse Lottie to check in on her.

Lottie has been with us the longest and she's absolutely a gentle giant.

She came to us as a foal and we've loved every second with her - Lottie lives in the paddocks at the bottom of the animal foot safari (for anyone wanting to see her in person.)

When Lily Meets Jeremy

It's that time of year! Our farmers stick to a very careful breeding calendar - and so we've introduced the lovely Lily to Jeremy in the hopes that we can have another calf in Spring.

She was so happy to see all her friends.

She saved them!

Throughout lockdown and beyond our goat Cappuccino has been an absolute superstar, providing enough milk to feed the 'vulnerables.'

It is thanks to her that Helen, Millie, Primrose and many more have made it to the stage where they are moving on to more solid ...read more

Farmer Dale and Kim the Donkey

Lovely Kim the donkey foal is really distinctive - if you are visiting us you will spot her easily as she's the one with ginger tints on her ears.Join Farmer Dale as he checks in on one of the friendliest donkeys we've ever had at the farm.Don't ...read more

Spindles the Llama

Our lovely llama Spindles is now almost ten weeks old but we've been saving this little video to show you because she's just so adorable.She's a big favourite of Farmer Darrell's and the pair have become firm friends.

Don't forget to book your tickets and come and visit her at Cannon Hall Farm. 

Checking in on Tiny!

"He fit in the palm of my hand."

We've transformed our sheep racing arena into an animal field of fame - where some of the favourites live, including Tiny Lamb (who isn't so Tiny any more.)

Join Farmer Dale as he swoops through some footage of Tiny as he's growing

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Checking up on Jon Bon

Poor Jon Bon Pony didn't exactly come out of his TV show appearance well after he lost his ardour but we are happy to report that he's thriving with his new set up.

He spent some time with the feisty mare Alice which has given him the confidence to take ...read more