Location & Hours
Farm & Stables Entrance: 1046 Horse Road, Fort Mill, SC 29715
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday
9:00am-3:00pm (last entry at 2:30pm)
Hours are subject to change based on animal well-being and events.
Admission & Fees
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.
Tours of the Children's Farm are self-guided.
Animal Interactions
Animal feed is available for sale at certain times based on the health of the animals. Do not feed the animals anything other than the provided food.
Close-encounter interactions with the animals take place at our monthly Family Farm Days or through private tours. Additional detail in the descriptions below.
The Crandall Bowles Children’s Farm serves as an educational destination for families, field trips and animal lovers of all ages. Visit the resident animals and learn about South Carolina farming.
Named in honor of Crandall Close Bowles, former CEO of Springs Industries and daughter of Anne Springs Close, this 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.
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.
Do you want to interact with the animals at the Crandall Bowles Children's Farm in a more hands-on way?
Join us for a Family Farm Day at the Crandall Bowles Children’s Farm!
Family Farm Days are themed, monthly events at the Crandall Bowles Children's Farm that give visitors the opportunity to interact with the animals in a closer way.
Event Details
Parking Fees
$5 per car for Greenway members; $15 per car for non-members
Dates
March 1: Family Farm Day with Greenway Stables*
May 10: Family Farm Day with Greenway Stables* – Mothers Day Theme
In addition to regular Family Farm Day activities, visitors will have opportunities to make a bouquet and participate in paint-a-pony experiences!
July 5: Family Farm Day – Fourth on the Farm
In addition to regular Family Farm Day activities, visitors will enjoy patriotic photo opportunities with the animals. Bring your own camera!
August 2: Family Farm Day
September 6: Family Farm Day with Greenway Stables*
October 18: Family Farm Day with Greenway Stables* – Halloween Theme
In addition to regular Family Farm Day activities, guests are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and collect candy on their walk through the Children's Farm.
November 15: Family Farm Day with Greenway Stables* – Fall Festival Theme
In addition to regular Family Farm Day activities, there will be fall-themed activities throughout the Children's Farm.
December 13: Family Farm Day with Greenway Stables* – Holiday Theme
In addition to regular Family Farm Day activities, visitors will enjoy holiday-themed photo opportunities through the Children's Farm. Bring your own camera!
Additional Details
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Lead line rides will be available at select events (indicated above with an asterisk) for an additional fee. Closed-toed shoes are required.
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Feed buckets will be available for purchase at the welcome kiosk.
- Please note: Activities may close for 15-minute breaks to allow the animals to rest.
Family Farm Day activities are from 9am-12pm each scheduled date. The Children's Farm will remain open until 3pm for self-guided tours.
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.
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.
