BIG ADVENTURES FOR LITTLE ONES
Looking for a fun-filled family day out in Waterford? Come along to Busy Barn Mini Farm, just outside Dunmore East, where little ones can play, explore, meet the animals and make great memories, whatever the weather.
Santa is coming to Busy Barn!
Get ready for a little Christmas magic! Come and visit Santa in his grotto, enjoy some festive fun and make the most of 90 minutes of play at Busy Barn.
Every child will receive a selection box to take home, too.
So much to see, do and discover
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So much to see, do and discover 〰️
Whether your little ones love climbing and sliding, running around in the fresh air or making friends with the animals, there's something for everyone at Busy Barn.
Indoor soft play
Big fun, whatever the weather
Rain or shine, there's plenty of fun to be had in our indoor soft play area. The perfect place for little ones to climb, explore, play and burn off some energy.
Outdoor play
Fresh air and plenty of room to play
Let them run, explore and enjoy the outdoors! Our outdoor play areas give children space to have fun, get moving and enjoy some fresh air.
Meet the animals
Say hello to our farmyard friends
No visit to Busy Barn is complete without meeting the animals. Take a wander around our mini farm and let the children discover some friendly farmyard faces along the way.
The Busy Barn café
A little something for the grown-ups, too
All that playing can work up an appetite! Take a break in our bright and airy café, where you'll find homemade cakes, light lunches and a welcoming spot to sit and relax.
With indoor and outdoor seating, there's somewhere to recharge before the next adventure.
All the fun, without the fuss
Planning a visit to Busy Barn couldn't be easier. There's no need to book ahead for everyday visits. Just come along, pay on arrival and let the fun begin! Most families spend around 1.5 to 2 hours enjoying everything Busy Barn has to offer, so there's plenty of time to play, explore and say hello to the animals.
Find out more about what's on offer, admission prices and opening times.
Little birthdays. Big celebrations.
Make their birthday one to remember with a fun-filled party at Busy Barn!
With indoor and outdoor play, a visit to the animals, tasty party food and an ice cream birthday cake, we've got the celebrations covered.
And because we host just one birthday party at a time, your little one and their pals will be the stars of the show, without having to share the space with another birthday group.
Our two-hour birthday parties are available on Saturdays and Sundays, with packages from €16.50 per child.
School tours full of fun and adventure!
Looking for somewhere different for your next school tour? Bring your class to Busy Barn for a fun-filled day of indoor and outdoor play, fresh air and friendly farm animals.
With exclusive use of Busy Barn for your school, there's plenty of space for everyone to play, explore and enjoy the experience together.
Give the gift of fun at Busy Barn!
Looking for a lovely gift for a little explorer?
A Busy Barn gift voucher is a wonderful way to treat a family to some quality time together, whether that's a day of play, a little something from our café or a birthday celebration.
Choose your voucher amount, purchase online and receive your unique voucher number by email. Easy!
A little farm with a big welcome
Busy Barn Mini Farm is a family-run attraction just outside the beautiful village of Dunmore East, only 15 minutes from Waterford City and Tramore. Run by the Cullinane family, Busy Barn is all about giving children the freedom to play, explore, meet the animals and enjoy the simple pleasures of a great day out.
From our family to yours, we can't wait to welcome you!