Aldingbourne Country Centre

Our building is warmed by a biomass boiler, providing hot water and heat for under floors. One of our enterprises here at the Centre collects waste wood, saving it from landfills; some is used to heat our building.

We collect rainwater to flush our toilets. Underneath the car park is a 280m3 holding tank and soakaways for water to filter through our chalk strata naturally.

Our decking and bridges may look like wood, but they are made from recycled car tyres! We get our cedar shingles and oak panelling from a renewable source.

We use solar panels to generate solar electricity.

We use local suppliers in our Quarry Cafe to reduce our carbon footprint.

For families with little ones, Aldingbourne Country Centre offers convenient baby facilities on site. Changing stations are available, ensuring an stress-free experience for parents and caregivers.

When it's time to refuel, fear not! The on-site café serves a variety of delicious meals and snacks to satisfy hungry bellies. Whether you fancy a hearty lunch or a scrumptious homemade cake with a cup of coffee, the café has something to please every taste bud.

We can get quite busy on weekends and event days, so consider visiting on a weekday if you'd prefer a quieter visit.

Worried about rain affecting your day with us? With our Rainy Day Guarantee, you can return for FREE within 7 days of your visit. Just present your receipt at reception when you leave to get it stamped. Use this receipt to gain free access on your return visit.

You can feed our alpacas at lunchtime, and snuggle our guinea pigs in the morning. We have aRTie Aldingbourne Express running train rides on various days of the week. Tickets for these can be bought from the Gift Shop on the day.

To commemorate your visit to Aldingbourne Country Centre, you can take home a memento from the gift shop. From charming trinkets and local crafts to cuddly toys and souvenirs, there's a treasure waiting for everyone.

Our Open Farm is an excellent opportunity for kids (and adults) to learn about animals. You can even stroke our goats, feed our alpacas and even snuggle our guinea pigs too!

If you need a rest, relax in our Book Nook - a lovely little space to sit back and look at our wide selection of books for younger ones.

Our Woodland Walk is also a fantastic place to adventure - we have wooden play areas between trees where you can climb, balance and jump. The woods are a great place to learn about nature and wildlife.

For families with little ones, Aldingbourne Country Centre offers convenient baby facilities on site. Changing stations are available, ensuring an stress-free experience for parents and caregivers.

All our food is homemade fresh on site every day using ingredients from local suppliers. If you have any dietary requirements, the friendly staff are always ready to accommodate you.

Accessibility is a top priority at Aldingbourne Country Centre. The facilities are designed to cater to all visitors, including those with mobility challenges. There are wheelchair-friendly paths, accessible toilets, and parking spaces available. The staff are trained to provide assistance when needed, ensuring that every visitor feels welcome and comfortable.

We have a Changing places toilet located on ground level by the Gift Shop/main entrance.