About this tour
When Em from our Global Hobo crew visited Woodstone Farm, we found a proper working farm that doesn't pretend to be anything fancier. You're out there for 90 minutes doing real things — tossing feed to animals, watching a farmer actually shear sheep and work dogs across paddocks, learning how the place ticks day to day. The setting sprawls across vineyards, lavender patches, and whatever's in bloom that season. It's the kind of tour where you leave with farm dirt under your fingernails, not a gift shop receipt. Families and couples both slot in easily, and depending on timing, you might catch the maize or sunflower maze too.
Highlights
- Feed animals directly — goats, sheep, and others aren't shy
- Live shearing demo — watch skill and speed firsthand
- Working dogs mustering sheep across the paddock in real time
- Lavender fields and vineyard views frame the whole experience
- Seasonal mazes (maize or sunflower) add a bonus activity
- Guided by a local farmer who runs the place daily
- Pram and stroller friendly for littlies; wheelchairs accommodated
- No hype — genuine working farm, not a theme park
What to expect
You'll spend 90 minutes on the farm proper. Start with animal feeding — the guide hands you feed buckets and lets you get close to the herd. Then you'll watch a live shearing demonstration, which is quick and surprisingly gripping if you've never seen it. The mustering dogs working sheep is the standout moment; it's chaos and control rolled into one, and the farmer explains what the dogs are doing as it happens.
There's a decent amount of standing and walking around paddocks, but the pace is relaxed — Em found it easy to linger and take photos. Depending on when you visit, you might have access to the maze area. The vineyard and lavender backdrop means there's always something nice framing your shots. Weather matters here — bring a layer if it's cool, sunscreen if it's hot.
What travellers say
- Live shearing and dog mustering — working farm action, not theatre
- Hands-on animal feeding without fuss or fear
- Real local farmer as guide — knows every detail of daily ops
- Beautiful vineyard and lavender backdrop, natural light for photos
- Fully accessible — wheelchairs, prams, and all fitness levels catered
- Bonus maize/sunflower maze depending on season
- Outdoor exposure — weather will make or break your comfort level
- No on-site facilities; limited shade in summer
- Seasonal mazes not available year-round — check booking dates
- Moderate walking required; may tire young kids or older visitors
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is properly authentic. You're not on a curated, sterilised tour — you're on an actual working farm run by people who know it inside out. The animal interaction is genuine (no stressed animals), and watching live demos beats any video. It's inclusive too: prams and wheelchairs are supported, it suits all fitness levels, and there's no upper age limit. Public transport gets you there, so no car needed.
It's outdoors and open — weather will affect your day. Walking is steady but moderate; if mobility's limited, chat with the farm about what's manageable. No fancy cafe on-site, so eat before or after. Kids under 5 will likely need a pram or carrying for parts of it. Mazes aren't guaranteed every visit — confirm when you book. Peak times are school holidays, so book ahead then.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.