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Farms & Animals

Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton)

Southampton, Hampshire· SO16 9FQ

SEN Suitability Assessment

Based on analysis of 27 public reviews (Jul 2025 – Jun 2026)

53/100

SEN Score

Based on noise, queues, staff, calm spaces

High confidence

Based on the 27 most recent of this venue's many Google reviews.

Breakdown

NoiseChallenging

Crowds & queuesChallenging

Staff supportGood

PredictabilityGood

Calm spacesGood

Book ahead essentialCan get very busyStructured group sessionsStaff experienced with familiesUnpredictable animal behaviourLimited activities during peak times

Parent summary

Southampton City Farm has genuinely kind and engaged staff who create a safe, structured environment—this is a real strength. The farm offers educational focus and organised parent groups on specific weekdays. The venue does experience busy periods, particularly during school holidays and weekends, which can affect queue times and animal accessibility.

Best times to visit

Structured parent group sessions on designated weekdays offer a more organised experience

Worth avoiding

School holidays, weekends, and peak afternoon hours when queues may form and the space can feel crowded

What visitors say

Visitors consistently praise the staff for being kind and supportive, and many have appreciated the safe environment and educational focus on individual animals. During busier periods the venue can feel crowded and queues may form. Some visitors have noted that certain animals like the goats can be unpredictable, so you may find it helpful to check quieter visiting times in advance if your child prefers calmer animal interactions.

Based on a sample of public reviews. Experiences vary - every child and every visit is different.

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From SEN communities

dedicated SEN sessionslearning disabilities supportdementia-friendly groups

Dedicated weekday activities for children with special needs (SEN and NEET)
Programmes available for adults with Learning Disabilities
Structured groups offered for people living with Dementia

Sourced from official venue description, directory listing within the SEN community. Individual experiences vary.

Potential challenges

Queuing may occur during busier periods, and some animals may be less accessible if the farm is at capacity
Goat behaviour can be unpredictable—you may want to consider this if your child finds uncertain animal interactions challenging
Limited structured activities beyond animal encounters—you may need to plan what you'd like to focus on during your visit

What works

Staff consistently described as kind, polite and engaged
Safe, contained environment
Structured guided packages and parent groups available on specific weekdays
Calm spaces within the farm
Educational focus allowing individual learning about animals
Family-friendly approach with animals described as well cared for

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Facilities

Cafe / food on-site Toddler area Party rooms Free parking Blue badge parking

Tips for your visit

Weekend visits (Sat-Sun 11:00-16:00) are open to the public with free feeds and talks throughout the day. Weekday activities (home education groups, school visits, alternative provision, day service) require booking. Toddler Group is offered. Contact the farm directly on 023 8052 2706 or email to ask about specific SEND accommodations, accessibility features, and to book activities.

Pricing

Free admission to the farm and café on weekends (11:00-16:00). Paid activities available separately (e.g. Animal Experiences, Party Packages, Holiday Club, Animal Care Club).

Getting in & parking

Step-free entryYes
Disabled parkingYes

Accessibility details from Google.

Parking

Free parking on-site♿ Blue badge spaces

Accessibility

Farm emphasizes being 'inclusive' and 'accessible' with 'wellbeing boosting activities'. Therapeutic Garden Activities and Therapeutic Education Programmes available. However, specific accessibility details (wheelchair access, step-free entry, accessible toilets, terrain suitability) are not stated on the website.

Opening Hours

Saturday11:00-16:00

Sunday11:00-16:00

Frequently asked questions about Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton)

Quick answers drawn from our venue data and review analysis.

Is Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) autism friendly?

Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) has a mixed SEN profile, suitable for some but not all sensory needs, with an overall SEN score of 53/100 from our analysis of parent reviews. Southampton City Farm has genuinely kind and engaged staff who create a safe, structured environment—this is a real strength. The farm offers educational focus and organised parent groups on specific weekdays. The venue does experience busy periods, particularly during school holidays and weekends, which can affect queue times and animal accessibility.

Is Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) is wheelchair and pushchair accessible. Farm emphasizes being 'inclusive' and 'accessible' with 'wellbeing boosting activities'. Therapeutic Garden Activities and Therapeutic Education Programmes available. However, specific accessibility details (wheelchair access, step-free entry, accessible toilets, terrain suitability) are not stated on the website.

Does Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) have step-free entry?

Yes. Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) has step-free entry.

Is there disabled parking at Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton)?

Yes. Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) has disabled (blue badge) parking.

Does Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) have parking?

Yes. Southampton City Farm (soon to be Oasis City Farm - Southampton) has free on-site parking.

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