Last weekend while Scotland endured a snowstorm, we here in the south had a beautiful spring day (Sorry Scotland...I did think of you!)
I have been craving a day out since January so when I saw the forecast was dry, I gathered the family and we set off for a day out at the farm. This time of year is so much fun as the lambs and the kids are arriving and the weather is still cool enough that the animals want to come over and say hello.

We opted to visit a farm that I heard about through a friend.
West Lodge Rural Centre in Northamptonshire has a multitude of things to entertain the whole family. Not far from jct 3 off the A14 it was easy to get to from Rugby and with a packed lunch we were set for the day. Not only did they have sheep and goats, but they also had an array of other animals to look at and feed.

This donkey posed so nicely for the camera and I can't help think of Donkey from Shrek! What a cutie!

Now this little lady was adorable. She was a very pregnant goat, but was so tame that she allowed DD1 and DD2 to place their hands on her sides and feel the little kid inside move. She was patient and not at all skittish as one would expect. DD1 really connected with her and she seem to love all the attention and be listening attentively to all the praise DD1 was giving here. It was a very special moment. :o)

The Rastafarian Goat...just how can it see??

Now if the animals weren't enough fun..the West Lodge also has a set of walking trails. Something to thrill even the oldest child, there was a witch's house to be found and a troll bridge to cross.

If you asked DD2 what was her most favourite part of the day...it was seeing this guy! What a treat to see a peacock! I snapped several pictures and was really pleased how the colours came up...what a stunning bird!
Until next time...