Why Farm Stays are Great For Kids and Adults

We live in a time of convenience foods and excessive screen time, which is taking a toll on our health and happiness. Without realizing it - many of us have lost our connection with nature and food production, and we take for granted its impact on our health and the environment.

One way to really get back to our roots is by visiting or staying on a regenerative farm. Support some amazing farms and reconnect!

What Are Farm Stays and Visits?

Regenerative farms across the country have opened their doors for visitors in a new trend known as Agritourism. Visitors to the farm benefit by learning about regenerative agriculture, getting to experience something new, and the journey our food takes from farm to table.

Visiting or staying on a farm is the best way to understand farming and enjoy the benefits of countryside living. You don't have to stay on the farm to learn about regenerative agriculture - many farms offer open days and workshops. Or, you can visit a petting zoo or pick your own farm as a day trip.

However works best for you, get out and connect with your local farmer!

What are The Benefits of Visiting or Staying on a Regenerative Farm?

When you stay on a farm, you get a taste of country life and the traditional farming routine. You benefit from being outside in the fresh air and learning vital life skills such as growing vegetables and making bread and jam.

Visiting or staying on a farm makes you appreciate your food more and can inspire you to grow your own veggies.

It’s also a great way to see if the farm lifestyle is for you! Many people want to take the plunge but we highly recommend testing it before you go all in!

Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of farm visits and stays for children and adults:

For Children

Children are naturally curious about the world and will love being on the farm where they can explore, have fun, play and find adventures - away from their screens. It's fun and educational because they learn about nature, plants, and animals, and children need to learn about sustainable farming because they’re the next generation of farmers.

We have also found that some children who struggle to connect with humans find amazing connections with animals.

Other benefits of farm stays and visits for children include:

It helps them learn about responsibility, problem-solving, and independent thinking and encourages them to work as a team.
It's healthy for them to be outdoors on the farm in the fresh air, it’s good exercise, and it will boost their immune system and wellbeing.
It will build their confidence and increase their empathy and emotional intelligence.
It encourages them to be curious about the natural world.
It helps them to connect with nature and the environment
They learn about the farm-to-plate process and will have more respect for their food.

For Adults

Adults can also enjoy plenty of benefits from visiting or staying on a regenerative farm.

It helps you take a step back from your routine and get back to basics. Staying in the countryside is a fantastic stress reliever, so it will really help you relax and unwind.

It’s also a good inspiration if you want to set up a farm or veg patch.

Conclusion

Agritourism has never been so popular, and this is fantastic news for the planet as people become more interested in regenerative farming methods. Farm visits and stays are a great way to spend your free time because they’re fun, educational and beneficial to your health and wellbeing. A hands-on experience at the farm will teach you much more than books or online videos, so it’s the best way to learn about regenerative agriculture.

Find a farm stay!