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Stonehurst Family Farm and Motor Museum
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Established 1951
Location Bond Lane, Mountsorrel, LE12 7AA,
England Leicestershire
 England
Type Public museum and farm
Owner Private

The Stonehurst Family Farm and Motor Museum is a super fun place! It's a real working farm and also a cool museum for old cars and motorbikes. You can find it in the village of Mountsorrel, in Leicestershire, England. This amazing farm even won an award for being the "Best visitor experience" back in 2000/2001!

Discovering Stonehurst Farm

Stonehurst Farm is a special place where you can learn about farm life and see lots of animals. It's been open to visitors for a long time, offering exciting activities for families and kids.

A Look at Farm History

This farm has a long history, starting way back in 1851! That's over 170 years ago. Today, it's open every day, and you can meet many different farm animals. The farm offers fun tractor trailer rides, which are a big hit with children. For a while, there was a plan to connect the farm with the Mountsorrel Railway. This would create an even bigger attraction for families to enjoy.

Exploring the Motor Museum

Inside the farm, there's a fantastic motor museum. It's packed with a large collection of old motorcycles and classic cars. You can even spot some cool sports cars from the 1960s! It's like stepping back in time to see how vehicles used to look.

Fun Things to Do at Stonehurst

Stonehurst Farm has many exciting activities that make it a great place to visit. There's something for everyone to enjoy!

Adventure and Play Areas

  • Wobbling Bridges and Balance Beams: Test your balance and agility on these fun obstacles.
  • Adventure Trail: Explore a special path designed for adventure and discovery.

Meeting the Animals

  • Petting zoo: Get up close and personal with friendly farm animals. You might even get to feed some!

Rides and More

  • Tractor Rides: Hop on a tractor for a fun ride around the farm.
  • Pony Rides: Enjoy a gentle ride on a pony, a favorite for many young visitors.
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