Crandall Bowles Children's Farm
Farm & Stables Entrance: 1046 Horse Road, Fort Mill, SC 29715
Hours:
Tuesday-Sunday 9:00am-3:00pm | Last entry 2:30pm
Feed is available for sale at certain times based on health of the animals. Please do not feed the animals anything other than provided food.
Closed Mondays. Hours subject to change based on animal well-being, volunteer availability and events.
Please note: Mid-September through Mid-November, the Children's Farm will host field trips. While visitors are still welcome, we ask that field trips have the right of way. Feed will not be sold and animal interactions will not occur during field trips.
The Crandall Bowles Children’s Farm serves as an educational destination for families, field trips and animal lovers of all ages. Come see the chickens, ducks, rabbits, alpacas, goats, cattle, horses and more while learning about South Carolina farming.
Named in honor of Crandall Close Bowles, former CEO of Springs Industries and daughter of Anne Springs Close, this new flagship destination offers a unique blend of education and exploration for visitors of all ages. Integrating the former petting zoo and adding a pastoral habitat, observation areas for various animals, a half-mile loop trail, gathering lawn, educational garden, and open-air learning center, the Children's Farm aims to provide daily interpretation and demonstrations on a variety of topics in an immersive learning environment.
Tours of the Children's Farm are self-guided. Animal Care Volunteers may be on-site at the following times for animal interactions.*
Chickens, ducks and rabbits: Saturday and Sunday | 9:30am-10:30am, 11:00am-12:00pm, 12:30pm-1:00p, 1:30-2:30pm
Goats and pigs: Saturday and Sunday | 10:30am-11:30am, 12:00pm-12:30pm, 1:00pm-2:00pm
*Hours subject to change based on animal well-being, volunteer availability and events.
Admission to the Crandall Bowles Children’s Farm is included in the cost of a Greenway membership and is also accessible to guests with a daily admission fee.
Looking to get up close and personal with the residents of the Children's Farm? Learn more about volunteer opportunities.
Dogs, horses and other pets are not allowed at the Children's Farm. Do not feed horses at anytime.
The Greenway℠ offers a wide variety of fieldtrips for all elementary grade levels, providing core-complementary support for the curriculum and themes taught in the classroom.
The Children’s Farm is a unique backdrop for fieldtrips, enriching the experiences that educators can offer. Students will have the opportunity to observe how animals have unique adaptations that allow them to thrive in their environments. Facilitators will lead engaging discussions and interactive activities to help students understand and appreciate the natural world around them. Participants will also have the opportunity to feed the animals and help with their care to experience the connection between farming and people firsthand.
Booking now for Fall 2024!
Available mid-September through mid-November
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday
9am-1pm
Private, guided tours are available for a more personalized experience. Meet the residents and enjoy a hands-on "life on the farm" learning environment. Pricing starts at $225 per group and varies based on group size.
Celebrate your child's birthday with a party on the farm! Participants will get to feed, pet and interact with a variety of animals. Parties include 1.5 hours of programming, including a tour of the farm and a themed craft, and an an additional hour of reserved space at the covered Learning Pavilion. Pricing is $440 for up to 15 children.
Looking for the perfect companion for your upcoming photoshoot? When animals are involved, you are sure to capture a smile! Choose your favorite Children's Farm resident and we will be sure they are groomed and ready for their close up with you. A handler will be provided during the shoot.
$100 per animal per hour*
*A professional photography permit at the Greenway is also required.
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Just want to grab the perfect selfie with your new Farm friends? Stay tuned for upcoming photo days on the Children's Farm.
The Anne Springs Close Greenway℠ is the perfect backdrop for weddings, receptions, birthdays, corporate events, meetings and more. For a truly unique feature, invite your favorite Children's Farm residents! With our Traveling Farm opportunities, your guests will be able to feed and pet the animals at any of our Greenway venues.
Black tie event? Don't worry our alpacas look great in a tie!
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Want the whole Children's Farm crew to attend? The Learning Pavilion and Gathering Lawn at the Children’s Farm are a unique venue for any event. Visit the venues page for more information.
Meet the Animals of the Crandall Bowles Children's Farm
Horses
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Wild Birds
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Ducks
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