Hayrack Development CIC

18/06/2026

17/06/2026

Fantastic artwork by Alfie today of our cheeky goose Bert.
We have decided to have a painting/drawing pin board up in the messy play area where all the children’s masterpieces of our animals can be displayed. ❤️

10/06/2026

❤️🙏 THANK YOU 🙏❤️

A heartfelt thank you to Time to Listen and Lotus Care for sponsoring one of our animal enclosures. Their generous support will help fund bespoke one-to-one sessions for members of our community.
Donations like these are incredibly appreciated and so important in enabling us to continue our vital community work, supporting those who need it most. Every contribution helps us make a real difference. 💚

25/04/2026

HAYRACK NOW WORKING IN CONNECTION WITH DWP

We are so happy to be able to support local people who are looking to take their next steps into employment.

Jobcentre Plus offers Work Experience placements to help individuals of any age who may not have recent work history. For young people, it can be the crucial first insight into the world of work. For older individuals returning after a break, it provides the confidence, skills, and routine needed to re‑enter employment.

25/04/2026

Another wonderful private evening event bringing together all the families from APS.
From meeting and hand-feeding the animals to bottle-feeding our lambs, it truly was a fantastic evening enjoyed by everyone — complete with plenty of ice cream and lots of happy faces.
Families with SEN children love visiting the Hayrack. We pride ourselves on being inclusive, adapting to and understanding each child’s individual needs. The farm offers a great enclosed space where children can explore and play freely, giving parents the reassurance of a safe and supportive environment.
We loved having you all with us and can’t wait to welcome you back for another evening event this summer.
All the children also received free vouchers to return for another fun-filled day at the Hayrack.

16/04/2026

CELEBRATING OUR SCHOOL TRIPS

We’d like to say a huge thank you to the following schools for booking their visits to the Hayrack this year. Bookings have been amazing and we are only in April!

Your support helps us continue delivering more tailored sessions for the members of our community who need it most.
We’re now taking bookings for visits from September onwards —and, believe it or not, our grotto event 😮
If you want more information about our reduced school packages please email [email protected]

- St Joseph’s primary
- Abbey School
- St Michael’s Primary
- Horns Mill Primary
- Brierly Primary
- Victoria Primary
- Kingsmead Primary
- Christ the Kings
- St John’s catholic
- DeePoint
- Raeburn Primary
- Stanton Road School
- Westminster Primary
- Tarporley Primary

15/04/2026

CHESTER UNIVERSITY STUDENTS REVISIT THE HAYRACK

We’re excited to welcome back our University of Chester graduates and work-based learning students once again this year.
Hayrack has proudly supported these placements for many years, offering students valuable hands-on experience with animals in a real working environment—an essential foundation for their future careers.

supporting our community

15/04/2026

FLINTSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL VISIT

It was so lovely to meet all of the wonderful families from CLUB CWTCH
We welcomed around 100 people on an evening visit to the farm.
They all took part in:
- feeding the animals
- bottle feeding the lambs
- animal meet and greet
- making a bird feeder
- animal mask making
- Easter trail

We also had a visit from the Easter bunny who was giving out tasty treats to the children.
Thank you to Flintshire County Council once again for supporting the Hayrack ❤️
We love having you here 🥰