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May on the Farm: Turning the Calves Out

By May, the calves are strong enough to leave the safety of the barn and explore the pasture under careful supervision.

The fresh spring grass provides all the nutrients they need to grow big and healthy, while the open space helps them build strength and coordination.

Turning calves out isn’t just about food, it’s about giving them space to play, run, and learn how to interact with each other and the wider farm environment.

You’ll often see them leaping, chasing, and tumbling. It’s a joyful spectacle that never fails to bring smiles to visitors and staff alike.

 

How We Prepare the Calves

 

Before heading out, we make sure every calf:

  • Has been properly fed and hydrated

  • Is healthy and strong enough for pasture life

  • Is familiar with basic handling and human contact

We guide them gently out of the barn, making sure they are comfortable and safe as they take their first steps into the open fields.

What Visitors Can See and Learn

Watching calves explore the pasture is not only adorable but also educational. Visitors can learn about:

  • How calves adapt to grass feeding after milk

  • Herding behaviour and social bonds between calves

  • Seasonal farm routines and animal welfare practices

It’s also a wonderful photo opportunity. Those first wobbly steps and playful jumps are memories you’ll treasure.

Why We Love This Moment

Turning the calves out in May is a sign of spring, growth, and new beginnings. It’s a milestone in their lives and a reminder of the rhythm of farm life, patience, care, and celebration of nature’s cycles.

For our guests, it’s an unforgettable experience. Watching the calves run free, breathe fresh air, and discover the fields for the first time. It’s one of those moments that makes a farm stay truly magical.


*PLEASE NOTE: Depending on field rotation, guests may not be able to see the cows from the campsite. They will be in fields within the parish which can be walked (a short distance). 

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