Childminder pass
What’s included with your Childminder Pass
As a charity we’re committed to nurturing the next generation of heritage makers and recognise the extraordinary role that our heritage can play in supporting children and young people to realise their potential.
Our Childminders Pass, provides, those who work professionally as registered childminders, foster carers and or with children in care, with a year-round access to Almond Valley at a heavily discounted rate.
The Perks
- Unlimited access 361 days of the year (with indoor and outdoor play areas we’re the ideal site to
burn off energy come rain or shine). - Access to a wonderful 23-acre sanctuary spanning natural, built and cultural heritage perfectly
designed to nurture health & wellbeing and encourage creative and imaginative play - Each pass provides free admission for the person named on the pass and up to six children
(aged 2-15) in their professional care.
Price: £230 per pass
The terms
- A pass is valid for 12 months, costs £230, and provides admission for named passholder and up
to 6 children (aged 2-15) in their professional care. - A physical pass must be shown at reception to gain entry to the site.
- A pass can be used no more than once a day.
- The pass covers the admission fee to Almond Valley during normal opening hours but does not cover
rides, soft play, special event/activities and out of hours events that are not included within the admission price. - The pass is not transferable and can only be used by the named person on the pass, when accompanied
by children in their professional care. It is not for personal use. - All children must be supervised at all times by the named pass holder. The safety and wellbeing of the children
is the responsibility of the Childminder whilst they are on site, and children must be within sight and have easy
access to their professional carer at all times.
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What people have to say
Richard Hanrahan
4 weeks ago
It's such a lovely place with plenty for the kids to do, all themed to the history of the place and fun for all ages, though better for younger kids
R Gabsy
4 weeks ago
Absolutely love Almond Valley. My 3 and 1 year old have the best fun every time we come. The cafe is great and there and coffee stations in the park too. It has an array of activities that take up a full day. We are big fans!!
Louise
1 month ago
Fantastic place, pleasant staff but the toilets let it down. The disabled toilet is also the baby change which can mean a long wait for wheelchair users. By the time we left just after 2 the disabled toilet was filthy, pringles on the floor and the nappy bin over flowing. Not great as a wheelchair user.
ross donaldson
2 months ago
Fantastic museum, farm, and play areas
Julie Diggin
2 months ago
Fabulous place to visit. Plenty to do and see for all ages. A really lovely family day out. Love how they keep adding and investing as each time we visit there's something new to see and try out. It's extremely accessible too.
Matthew Miller
2 months ago
Great place to go no matter your size. Quiet time through the week and much busier on weekends but a really inclusive site with animals and play areas. Great to spend a day rain or shine
Fiona Harper
3 months ago
We had a great day at Almond Valley. They have something for everyone, from the museum, to the farm animals and play park. There is plenty of spots (indoors and outdoors) to bring a picnic. You could easily spend the whole day.
kenneth macsween
3 months ago
Smashing place for the kids! There's lots to keep them occupied. The alpacas are lovely.😀
Rachel Gardham
3 months ago
We love a trip to almond valley.
Never had food served so quickly. Ordered & delivered to our table within less than 5 minutes honestly amazing & always a pleasant surprise how quickly it arrives.
This time visiting we booked to do goat feeding, as well as the tractor & trailer. Which were great extras to book. We will definitely book again 😊
From today’s visit our top favourite were the jumping pillows & the ruined peel. Plenty of things to see & do.
We are looking forward to planning our next trip for when our son is older & can enjoy the Flying foxes.
Robert Brooks
3 months ago
The most important thing a parent can know about this place? Stuff in the gift shop under £2.
Every member of staff was lovely. Incredible play areas. Areal performance was great. Lovely bits of history. We stay in Edinburgh so the yearly ticket definitely seems worth it. Definitely going back
Miranda Maddox
3 months ago
Wonderful day out with the kids! Has everything you need: free parking, cafe, animals, play areas for little and big kids, and picnic areas. Can easily spend the entire day here. Definitely recommend!
Galerith
3 months ago
Very nice park for the wee ones! And very enjoyable for the parents too!
Sean Diamond
3 months ago
Fantastic place to play, relax and explore.
suzi carson
3 months ago
Fantastic! I wish I had visited years ago. We went as a group with kids aged 4-12 and all of them loved it.
Loads of covered picnic spots for hot or wet days.
Cafe was lovely, loads of food and very tasty.
The tractor and train ride were great fun and the staff were brilliant and really friendly.
The play areas were absolutely brilliant. Kids had a ball and the information about the history of the area was great for us adults.
The animals were cute and we wandered past them while the kids ran around, there is so much space for wee ones to run and explore.
The mill was interesting and really well signed with information on what everything did and how it worked.
We also found an archaeology dig site which the kids loved and it gave us a bit of relief from the sun.
I loved the wartime garden, it was really interesting and sitting in the bomb shelter was something different.
We ended up running out of time and missed the museum at the entrance but I will be back for a look soon.
Lots of seats including ones under cover dotted all over. Also water fountains for refilling water bottles are dotted around.
Overall a really value for money day out. I would recommend Almond Valley for families, the friendly staff and ability to let the kids run and have fun is worth every penny.
Claire Gilroy
4 months ago
Visited with my daughter (11), niece (5) and nephews (4,nearly 2). It was perfect for the little ones but my daughter was a little bored, mainly as most kids there were a lot younger and she felt awkward playing on things with them.
The park is well designed for sun and rain with the indoor play barn, sand pit and outdoor playground covered meaning you get a break from the elements. There is also an outside forest play park with natural cover from the trees.
It is value for money as, once in, you don't have to pay for anything. We took a picnic with us and there is enough seats etc, again covered which was great as it was a very hot day.
We stayed from 11am until closing. The kids loved the sandpit and the little karts the most.
The main issue is lack of toilets and no where to fill up water bottles on a hot day. They could do with installing portaloos near the main park or at least warning you that there are only two sets of toilets and it's a 15 mins walk with little ones to get back from end of park to the toilet!
Favour Godwill
4 months ago
absolutely amazing,there was so many things to do and there was loads of picnic tables.the kids just absolutely loved it! and i would definitely go again 10/10
pauline coe-welch
5 months ago
Was very busy, had about 4 school trips all in here, I went along with my daughter's school trip as one is ASN and they loved it. Would happily come back.
James M
5 months ago
Loved the pedal carts and inground trampolines, just a great place to let the kids be themselves. Beautiful buildings, and very clean and well kept
Maria Parkinson
5 months ago
We usually come here on a Friday. The kids love it. It's very relaxing here and they enjoy the soft play if it's raining. They are also interested in the animals, historical settings and play together in the outside areas.
xbro 2
5 months ago
Great family day out place with a great mix of play and animals
Młody Krosno
5 months ago
A great place for a trip with kids. There's a restaurant and restrooms on site. I highly recommend it. I'll definitely be back.
Chezhian Krishnasamy
6 months ago
We had a wonderful birthday party at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. We chose the adventure package with hot food. Kids enjoyed the jumping pillow, various animals, the tractor ride and the food. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Overall, the experience was fabulous.
Sharon Smith
6 months ago
Fantastic day out with loads to see and do. Amazing undercover play area, great museum and lovely animals. Brilliant fun and very educational too.
Gosia
6 months ago
great place for day out with kids
Лена Яременко Ноур
6 months ago
Amazin place for kids. Will recommend 100%
Gemma Kelly
11 months ago
I’ve been going to “mill farm” since I was a wee girl and now me and my own kids get to share happy memories here. We have season passes which are so worth it as we come all the time. Sun, rain or snow! There is so much to do, from inside, to outside. Animals, museum, cafe, train ride, soft play, outdoor parks etc. We never get bored of coming here. The reception staff always greet with a warm welcome. This years Santa and elf were 10/10! The elf was so friendly, cheery and just a lovely elf. And the Santa, he was so real that at the age of 35, I’m a believer! The only thing I’d like to request is more hard hats for the mine as both of my kids like to wear one and there has only ever been one hard hat the last few times we hav visited so to save fights another one would be fab 😄
LOUISE MCDONALD
11 months ago
We had an absolutely fabulous party at Almond Valley for my wee boy turning 5 years old! Guests ranged from 2 to 7 years and all loved it! The hot food was excellent with veggie sticks and fruit on offer, too. The party room was beautifully decorated and we took our own wall-hanging, speaker and disco lights as well. We did the small animal experience which was a nice extra, but if the cost adds a bit much, don't be put off as there is so much else to do! The kids loved the tractor ride (included) and train ride (£2/guest). We got fairly lucky with the weather for December but even if it had rained all day, there were loads of indoor things to do (although I'd recommend waterproofs and wellies if damp so the kids can use all of the outdoor stuff). I feel that we hardly scratched the surface of the play things on offer! Staff did a great job of organising the party and made it all easy. Highly recommended - brilliant value and the kids and grown ups alike were impressed! Thank you!
Loopy Lou
1 year ago
A full family day out! Activities for all ages in the place. Mining museum to catch a glimpse of history in the area. Animal encounters (we got to pet the chick's, guinea pigs and polecat). Outdoor adventures with a new fort on offer to climb and slide. Jumping pillows, excavation sand pit and go-karts to name a few. Great value for money and reasonable priced drinks and snack at the outdoor snack van too.
Lianne Scobie
1 year ago
Brilliant place to visit. So much to do you can spend the whole day there.
Tania Puzielli
1 year ago
Great experience and fun day out for kids and adults. We went with a couple of friends, for a total of 4 adults and 3 girls. The price is worth every penny because the park is full of surprises and cute animals and there are also so many different activities. The girls were extremely excited and loved the attactions and the train ride. We def gonna be back soon!
Ali N
1 year ago
👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
David Campbell
1 year ago
Great day out, lots to do, kids had a good time. However, The train was a bit underwhelming. But over all I wouldn't rate it less on stars.
Katie Scott
1 year ago
Better than expected. Reasonable priced cafe as well £5 for a toasties bit more if you add chips. Also £2 per person for train ride and £1 per person for the tractor. Everyone was friendly and the day we had was 20 degrees. Wonderful day! Was a nursery trip.
