🌿 Wellbeing Walks
A calmer, gentler alpaca experience - designed for anyone who benefits from a quieter pace, extra support, or a more sensory-focused visit. We also offer a £16 carer discount for guests who need carer assistance.
🦙 What Is a Wellbeing Walk?
These walks are ideal for visitors with autism, sensory needs, anxiety, or anyone who prefers a slower, quieter experience with extra support from our team. They are designed to be relaxing, sensory-aware, and enjoyable for everyone involved.
Not every visitor wants, or is able to manage, a full-length, faster-paced alpaca walk across our fields. Wellbeing Walks were created as a gentler, sensory-led alternative - an unhurried, small-group experience built around spending time with our herd rather than covering distance. Whether you're looking for a calm day out for someone with additional needs, a sensory-friendly outing for a visitor with autism, or simply a quieter alternative to our standard walking experience, our Wednesday sessions are designed to be flexible around what works for you. Feeding the alpacas, feeling their soft fleece, and listening to their gentle humming sounds are simple, low-pressure activities that many visitors find genuinely calming.
Have a more general question about visiting us? Take a look at our full FAQs page for details on parking, what to wear, and what to expect on the day.
👥 Everyone Welcome!
Our Wellbeing Walks are open to everyone - able-bodied friends and family are more than welcome to join and experience the calmer, more relaxed environment together.
Calmer Environment
Smaller groups and quieter setting perfect for those who prefer a peaceful experience
Extra Support
Additional staff on hand to provide personalized assistance and guidance
Sensory-Aware
Designed with sensory needs in mind, including visual, auditory, and tactile considerations
Flexible Pace
Slower, more relaxed timing that accommodates different needs and abilities, tailored on the day to what you tell us
🥾 What to Expect Underfoot
Every walk is different, but here are some real photos from around the farm and Itchen Valley Country Park, so you can get a feel for the terrain before you book.
A gradual incline on the path in from the road
One of the field gates along the route
A narrower section of path between hedgerows
Our main gate, where you'll be met at the start of your visit
Loose shingle underfoot in places
A wider shingle track through the trees
The field itself — uneven, tussocky grass
📅 When Are Wellbeing Walks?
Every Wednesday through spring and summer, we reserve a dedicated slot just for Wellbeing Walks
📅 Every Wednesday (Spring & Summer)
90 minutes of supported alpaca experience
🚪 Arrival Time
Please arrive 5 minutes early for a relaxed start
👥 Group Size
Smaller groups for a more personal experience
💝 How Do Carer Discount Codes Work?
Verified carers receive a £16 discount code to use toward their booking. Complete our online verification form to get started. The person you are accompanying must still purchase a standard ticket for the walk.
Complete Online Form
Submit proof of carer status using our secure online verification form
We Review
Our team reviews your application (usually within 24 hours)
Get Your Code
Receive your personal £16 discount code by email
Book Your Walk
Use your code when booking a Wellbeing Wednesday walk
Complete our secure online verification form
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
💬 Have Questions?
We're here to help make your visit as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. For carer verification, please use our online form above. For other questions, don't hesitate to reach out!
🦙 Ready for Your Wellbeing Walk?
Join us every Wednesday through spring and summer for a calm, supported alpaca walking experience.
Looking for our standard alpaca walk instead? Book a full walk here.
Location: Itchen Valley Country Park, Allington Lane, West End, Southampton, SO30 3HQ
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