Alrewas Alpacas at 4getmenott Smallholding

There is something wonderful about being around animals, I find it such a calming and relaxing experience, so when I found out about 4getmenott Smallholding and Alrewas Alpacas I was really excited to know more.

I originally found out about them when they were holding a small celebratory open day, to mark their opening. So we headed down and enjoyed the craft stalls and the chance to check out the animals.

However, with my Mum’s birthday on the horizon and one of their offerings being afternoon tea, I knew I had to book in.

4getmenott Smallholding

Having kept horses in the area for seven years, the owners Neil and Ellie recently decided to add some alpacas to their flock. That also includes sheep, goats, pigs and the most recent additions of pygmy goats.

I’m sure I saw a post saying they are adding chickens soon too.

Location wise the smallholding is set on a 14-acre meadow, that is found in the village of Alrewas, Staffordshire.

Within the smallholding, they have a tame animal zone where you can meet, greet and if you are lucky even feed the Kune pigs, sheep, goats and horses. They will also spend time talking to you about the animals in as much depth as you like and I can speak from experience, they really know their stuff.

Alrewas Alpacas

The animal walking side of the business comes under the name Alrewas Alpacas. This part of the business offers goat and alpaca walks, alongside afternoon teas and informational chats.

You can even rent the alpacas for your wedding if you would like as well.

Walking experiences last around 90 minutes and take you on a mile walk with your newfound friend around the smallholding.

I did speak to them while we were there as well for afternoon tea and they believe they should be able to make the walk wheelchair friendly. Something I am definitely open to trying out myself.

It is worth noting the goats used for walking are large goats, coming in around 3 1/2 – 4 feet tall. You aren’t going to be walking the pygmy goats.

However, all the animals used for the walks are very used to humans and are just a joy to be around.

Afternoon Tea at Alrewas Alpacas

I sadly didn’t take any photos of the afternoon tea, I was just enjoying myself. It was only after I thought about doing a blog post.

However, I can tell you we were absolutely spoiled. Two trays of sandwiches, pork pies and scotch eggs, with crisps as well as tea and coffee, followed up by a huge array of cakes.

With the afternoon tea a meet and greet with all the animals is included. We got to learn all about the animals, their history and the naughty things some of them got up to!

I think we spent nearly two hours there in total. It was such a fun afternoon and well worth the price paid.

I’ve been asking everyone I know now if they want to go, as it is definitely an experience I would like to go to again.

If you live locally or don’t mind the journey, I definitely suggest Alrewas Alpacas at 4getmenott Smallholding. If you would like to find out more about them, do visit their website or Facebook page.

Does this sound like an experience you would like to take part in?

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