The UK’s ultimate cow experience returns!

Join the Dumble Farmers, for one of the UK’s most immersive and unique hands-on experiences.

These farmer-led tours do require good levels of mobility, as we encourage our guests to sit down against the cows. So, if you are unable to sit on the ground and get up again easily, we would recommend one of our other experiences. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.

After arriving at Dumble Farm, you will have an introductory talk, where you will learn about the history of the farm and the Dumble Farm conservation project, this will be followed by a safety briefing.

Then the fun begins, as we will bring some of our super cute fluffy young Highland cows out on halters, for you to meet, groom, and hug. The young Highlands are very friendly and love being fussed over by our guests! You will learn all about your new furry friends, combing their hair, giving them chin scratches (they love chin scratches!), getting to know their different personalities. Then we will meet the rest of the young Highlands in the shed, where guests can feed them snacks (they love snacks too!) and of course getting plenty of photos. 

Next, you will be introduced to our friendly cuddle cows! These are a mixture of breeds, including retired dairy cows, Highland crosses and 5 of our Highland boys.

The cuddle cows are very affectionate! While they lie down quietly, they enjoy the company of friendly people, cuddling, brushing and stroking them. You can sit up against them and take time to relax, listening to their cudding and sensing their gentle nature. When the cows get sleepy, they will often lay their heads on visitors laps so guests can enjoy proper cuddles! If some of the cows are stood up, they enjoy being brush and stroke (the cows will nearly always be lying down but we can’t guarantee this, so cuddling experiences may vary).

Over the winter months the next part of the experience can vary depending on the ground conditions at the time.

First we’ll do some Highland cow trekking! This is where we take some of this year’s young Highland out for a walk. Guests will be able to lead their new fluffy friend on a halter for an adventure around the farm. The little Highlands can be fun and playful, so visitors will lead the cows in pairs (2 guests walking 1 cow).

Then if ground conditions allow, we board the Dumble bus and head off on a safari to meet some of the main fold of Highland cows, with their dramatic horns, long flowing coats and cute dossans (fringes). You’ll be able to feed the cows from the trailer, and from this raised viewpoint get a great overview of the whole Fold while learning all about the vital part they play in habitat creation. 

Afterwards you’ll meet our fussy goats,  they love cuddles and are always playful and wanting attention. 

There will of course be plenty of photo opportunities throughout the experience! The Dumble farmers are also happy to take photos/videos for guests.

We finish off with tea/coffee and Farmer Fi’s  home baked cakes, made with many ingredients grown here on the farm. There is plenty of time while you have a brew, to have a friendly chat with the Dumble Farm farmers, who will be happy to answer any of your questions about the cows, conservation or their farming lives here in East Yorkshire.

Once the experience is over, guests are welcome to go and see the young highlands in the shed, or go for a walk around our fields to see the cows and wildlife here at Dumble Farm.

Over 18’s only

No spectators allowed