Alpaca Annie
Alpaca Annie
4.9
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Shirli A
6 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
A fantastic experience that was fun and educational. I walked Hershie and he was very well behaved. Laura, our guide was extremely knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. I would highly recommend this as an affordable day out and the money goes to the upkeep of the Alpacas. They seemed very well cared for and their needs catered to.
Written January 13, 2024
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gnrch
Dartford, UK17 contributions
Jul 2022
I booked for 2 of us (adults ) on the phone, as we wanted something different to do while we were in the area for a few days. We were there in plenty of time to have a cup of tea before our meet and greet with the alpacas. It was a short walk across a field to reach them, males in one field and females in another. The females weren't interested in eating carrots, so we went to meet the males. We had a guide who told us how to feed the alpacas carrots which were provided. There was also an opportunity to take photos. We loved meeting the guys, and would recommend. Just to say, we accessed the farm by public transport with a short walk into Burmarsh Road on the right just past the level crossing.
Written July 14, 2022
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Nicola B
2 contributions
Sep 2021 • Friends
Had a brilliant time at Alpaca Annie’s. Our trek was done by Ali who was lovely and very informative. I would thoroughly recommend this activity along with visiting the Fennel cafe on site as the cakes were homemade and were amazing.
Written September 6, 2021
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Lauren O
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Lovely clean, tidy place, with parking right outside the shop. However I didn't feel it was massively child friendly. Kindly as we were running 6 minutes late due to travelling delays they waited for us to join even though it says they wont wait for you (which is fair because of the other customers), but the group was of adults of a particular age which was initially a bit odd for a family to be joining. It started raining and was very windy, which again is fine, but the guide wasn't really suited to child friendly sessions, after the talk about the alpacas, which could of been tailored to children too but wasn't, she proceeded to get an alpaca out & tell the group he was the tamest and the most docile, then gave him to a lady rather than a family with a child, or rather than offering a family with an already bored and wind blown baby creating one first, on the basis children aren't great at listening to talks and waiting a while (again not massively family friendly) but not the end of the world. My partner and baby decided to walk off as the lady was still talking and baby just needed to go or do something, understandable if you have children, which no one in the group did, again a bit odd. My toddler then needed a wee! (Nightmare!) but again these things happen with kids & a child friendly group would of understood, instead i get ‘by the time you come back we may be gone though’ so i was just like oh right ok no worries by this point. It was clear it wasn't a toddler or baby event. The wind and rain was getting heavier, and the lady had already said ‘it will continue but if the rain gets heavier the alpacas may bolt’, which considering i was walking along with my toddler and an alpaca, i figured wasn't the safest scenario to be in. She then amazingly without any mention of finances, went onto say ‘ok but you wont get a refund’, if your that hard up you need your £40 I'm not to argue with you, as my Childs safety is worth more. By then i didn't want to stay to do the ‘meet & greet’ alpacas as it was so uncomfortable & something she could of let the kids do whilst she was doing a talk to keep them with us.
The alpacas look very well kept & the place too and would of been great without the kids as not family friendly but that wasn't really what we were looking for.
The alpacas look very well kept & the place too and would of been great without the kids as not family friendly but that wasn't really what we were looking for.
Written July 30, 2023
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Edsway
Brentwood, UK100 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
My wife was bought this experience for 2, tbh I was sceptical. How wrong I was, a really enjoyable afternoon. The animals are adorable and very docile. Walking them is strangely relaxing. We had a lovely leisurely stroll across fields, and along the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch railway line. Our guide Sam was very enthusiastic and informative. I am keen to do this again soon.
As an aside we finished the afternoon with the most amazing afternoon tea from the on site cafe, it was huge, really tasty and extremely good value.
We would recommend
As an aside we finished the afternoon with the most amazing afternoon tea from the on site cafe, it was huge, really tasty and extremely good value.
We would recommend
Written September 13, 2020
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SUSAN D
Rochester, UK4 contributions
Jul 2021
Due to COVID-19 we had to defer our booking by 15months but it was worth the wait. Our guide Ali had only worked at the farm for one month but she was so knowledgeable and passionate about the alpacas, that we learnt so much. The alpacas were gentle and it was relaxing to walk them. The cafe was also far better then I expected with delicious sandwiches made for us by Marika. Thank you for a great experience. Friends and family are learning about you through our FB photos.
Written July 14, 2021
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Sue930
Kent, UK4 contributions
Jun 2021
Can’t praise this experience highly enough. The alpacas are adorable, you get to learn lots about them and experience some of the quirky little things that they do. Our guide was so knowledgeable and made the experience educational and fun. And once your trek is finished you then have the added bonus of meeting all the female alpacas who are eagerly awaiting you (well the carrots you have to feed them with). Make time to visit the cafe after your trek for some delicious home made cake and good coffee & tea. And don’t forget to pick up some alpaca socks in the shop their great for summer and winter. All the staff we came across in the shop, cafe, reception and guide were all friendly, helpful and made our experience even more memorable. Clearly staff and alpacas are a very contented lot. And whilst we still have COVID restrictions you can rest assured guidelines are followed to ensure all are safe.
Written June 23, 2021
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Jamie Duddle
Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK55 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We visited Alpaca Annie in the Morning of August 1st, it was an amazing experience really worth the money. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a trek around the fields with an alpaca. It’s only 5 minutes from New Beach Holiday Park which is where we were staying. Looking forward to doing this again soon.
Written August 8, 2023
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Paul H
Welling, UK13 contributions
Jul 2021
Finally got to go due to covid and loved it ... it was well organised, simple trek and very informative guide, Sam did a great job with her facts and stories. My brother/wife were not sure, nut loved it too ... especially the large slice of homemade cake in the cafe afterwards. I had the pleasure of walking with Billy, and it was so relaxing and destressing ... highly recommend to all ages :)
Written July 26, 2021
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Rebecca H
Rochester, UK122 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
We took our almost three year old for a family day out. The aim was for something a bit different to do together and that was exactly what we got.
We went on the trek with Lara who was very knowledgeable. She kept everyone safe and well organised with appropriate alpacas for everyone, they definitely have personalities so this was important!
Our daughter is quite good at walking and was able to keep up because the alpacas like to stop and nibble the grass quite a lot. The alpacas can be easily spooked so carrying her on our shoulders wasn't an option.
Half way through and after the trek we were able to feed the alpacas (a some rescued llamas) carrots which was fun. They love food!
Unfortunately the cafe was full afterwards and as storm Dennis was coming in we couldn't sit outside. I'd recommend booking. We found a pub close by instead and that was great.
I'd recommend wellies, layered clothes, only go if you and your party can keep up with the walking and book if you want to eat at the cafe.
An unusual, but fantastic trip!
We went on the trek with Lara who was very knowledgeable. She kept everyone safe and well organised with appropriate alpacas for everyone, they definitely have personalities so this was important!
Our daughter is quite good at walking and was able to keep up because the alpacas like to stop and nibble the grass quite a lot. The alpacas can be easily spooked so carrying her on our shoulders wasn't an option.
Half way through and after the trek we were able to feed the alpacas (a some rescued llamas) carrots which was fun. They love food!
Unfortunately the cafe was full afterwards and as storm Dennis was coming in we couldn't sit outside. I'd recommend booking. We found a pub close by instead and that was great.
I'd recommend wellies, layered clothes, only go if you and your party can keep up with the walking and book if you want to eat at the cafe.
An unusual, but fantastic trip!
Written February 23, 2020
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Does anyone know if it's possible to visit with a toddler? She'll be 19 months old when we plan to go. We have a red letter voucher for a family day out, so I think it's just for a meet and greet, not a trek. Thanks.
Written April 27, 2023
Yes this should be fine. Always best to contact them first - they are very accessible and reply promptly and are generally very accommodating
Written August 22, 2023
Is is possible to visit or do a trek with a dog?
Written August 29, 2019
Unfortunately my understanding is that Alpacas are quite skittish and are scared very easily, So may be best not take your dog along but you could always phone and ask.
Written February 9, 2020
Hi - I just wondered if the walk was accessible file wheelchairs? Thanks
Written January 29, 2019
Hello. It really was a trek over the fields so my first thought would be ‘depends on the type of wheelchair’ but probably no. That said - they were really lovely and so I think it’s worth calling them to discuss your needs.
Written January 30, 2019
Hi
Yes you will be able to see them they are in a field, near the shop, but you won’t be able to feed them .
I would pop into the shop first just so they know you ate there.
Or just give them a ring as they maybe out walking.
If you go on the Dymchurch little train it goes passed them as well.
Hope this helps.
Written March 5, 2018
Is this trek all year round? Do you do it New Years Eve/ Day??
Kind regards Carol x
Written September 20, 2016
Hi Carol,
It just so happened that I visited today. They are open New Years Eve. Only one trek at 12 noon, depending on the weather. They suggested you book early. (Go on 'Groupon' and get a half price voucher).
Brian👍
Written September 21, 2016
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