An organic farm in East Yorkshire is once again throwing open its gates to welcome visitors to a free family day out.

Carr House Farm, at Foston on the Wolds (YO25 8BS), near Driffield, which is also home to the Side Oven Bakery, is holding a series of summer wildlife walks across its arable farmland. These will be guided by experts from the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust at intervals throughout the event, which runs from 10am to 3pm, on Sunday, June 1.

The walks are free and the open day is suitable for all ages. A spokesperson for Carr House Farm said: “Come and join us on our beautiful farm with all the family for an informative wildlife walk.

“The walks will never be too far from the start point, so tired little legs can always cut it short. Off-road pushchairs will also be fine to travel on the farm tracks and well-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome.”

The guided wildlife walks will take place at 10am, 11.15am and 1pm (pre-booked only as there is a limit on numbers). The walls are approximately one hour long and are an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful countryside and its many species of birds and wildlife.

A Gruffalo woodland trail will also be open for anyone wanting to do a shorter walk at their leisure. No pre-booking is necessary.

To book a place on a wildlife walk please email bakery@sideoven.com stating which walk time and how many places you would like. The Side Oven Bakery will also be open from 10am to 3pm for a wide range of freshly-baked breads, croissants, cakes and hot and cold takeaway refreshments.

Pre-orders for baked items are advisable to avoid disappointment as the bakery does tend to sell out on these days. You can view the bakery list and pre-order at Baking Days – Side Oven Bakery

On the day, there will also be an opportunity to pick your own organic rhubarb straight from the field (and pre-picked rhubarb will also be available). Please report to the bakery before picking and bring a bag or suitable container to pick into.

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