The Almond Valley site extends for almost a mile, forming a peaceful green corridor beside the River Almond. From a weir across the river, the mill lade flows past the nature trail, alongside paddocks and fields, until it reaches the mill pond. From this meeting place for ducks, water flows beneath the yard to power the historic machinery of Livingston Mill before returning to the river.

The 18th century buildings of Livingston Mill and farm form the heart of the site and have been carefully restored and extended as home to many of our smaller animals, and to accommodate the tearoom and indoor play play spaces. Across the courtyard that serves as terminus for trailer rides, a range of more modern buildings house the main museum, reception and other display areas. Closeby trains leave the railway station on their 500m journey to Almondhaugh.

Walking across the elegant steel bridge over the River Almond, you find yourself in Charlesfield, a pleasant green space with play areas and picnic space. As well as trampoline, pedal carts, the nutty bouncer and the Bones and Stones sandpit, there are orchards, gardens, crops and livestock to enjoy, with woods and meadows to explore.

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• The animals of Livingston Mill Farm
• The Almond Valley Light Railway
• Morag's Meadow soft play