Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Organic Farm Shop & Forest Adventure in Durham
Broom House Durham is a family-run organic farm established in 1991, dedicated to sustainable agriculture and conservation. Our livestock, including Aberdeen Angus cattle, Lleyn sheep, and Saddleback pigs, are reared to the highest welfare standards, with a focus on grass-fed and organic practices. We diversified in 2004 with a farm shop showcasing our premium meats and local produce, alongside a coffee shop offering seasonal dishes.The Forest Adventure, launched in 2006, provides family-friendly outdoor activities, reflecting our commitment to education and community engagement. Recognised with awards like the Countryside Alliance Awards and Yorkshire Agricultural Society Tye Trophy, we combine tradition with innovation to deliver quality and environmental stewardship.
Services
Farm Shop
Coffee Shop
Forest Adventure
Educational Visits
Private Events
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in organic farming and livestock rearing.
- Our farm shop offers 100% grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef and rare breed pork.
- We are members of the British Red Tractor Assurance Scheme for quality assurance.
- Award-winning butchery and farm shop recognised in the Countryside Alliance Awards.
- The Forest Adventure combines education and fun with outdoor conservation activities.
Associations and certifications
- Organic Farmers & Growers
- British Red Tractor Assurance Scheme
What people say
Lovely day out
Delighted with food
Amazing cakes
Safe area for kids
Kind replacement policy
Services
Farm Shop
Our farm shop sells premium organic meats, including Aberdeen Angus beef, Saddleback pork, and Lleyn lamb, alongside local dairy, vegetables, and gifts. All livestock are reared on-site with a focus on sustainability. The shop supports contact-free collection and special orders for convenience.
Coffee Shop
The coffee shop offers breakfasts, lunches, and cakes made with seasonal ingredients, including our own meats and organic dairy. With indoor and outdoor seating, it provides a family-friendly space open Tuesdays to Sundays, featuring a log stove and solar-powered facilities.
Forest Adventure
This woodland attraction features trails, climbing structures, zip wires, and nature quizzes for children aged 512. Open weekends and holidays, it encourages physical activity and environmental learning, with accessibility options and seasonal events like Halloween trails.
Educational Visits
We host curriculum-linked farm visits for schools, including animal interactions, conservation activities, and Forest School sessions. Tailored programs for KS1GCSE cover topics like organic farming, habitats, and food production, with risk assessments and facilities for up to 60 students.
Private Events
The coffee shops party room accommodates celebrations with themed packages, including Forest Adventure access and bespoke menus. Options range from playfield parties to forest-themed events, with facilities for picnics, group meals, and special dietary requirements.
Questions
What are Broom House Durham’s opening hours?
The farm shop is open Tuesdays–Saturdays 9am–5pm; coffee shop Tuesdays–Sundays 9am–4:30pm; Forest Adventure weekends 10am–3pm.
Can I book a private event at Broom House?
Yes, private parties and events can be booked in the coffee shop’s party room, with options including Forest Adventure access and tailored menus.
Are dogs allowed at Broom House?
Yes, dogs are welcome on leads in the coffee shop, picnic area, and Forest Adventure, with pooper scooper bags provided.
Is Broom House accessible for wheelchair users?
The main paths in the Forest Adventure are woodchip and accessible for rugged pushchairs/light wheelchairs, with a special gate for wheeled access.
Does Broom House offer educational visits for schools?
Yes, we provide curriculum-linked farm visits with activities like animal care, conservation, and Forest School sessions for KS1–GCSE groups.
Can I pre-order meat from the farm shop?
Yes, pre-orders can be placed via phone or email, with contact-free collection available at the green door collection point.
Reviews (6)
Paulie Wilkinson
Nov 11, 2021
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Just love this place - well stocked farm shop with their own organic meat, range of jams& pickles, locally produced cheeses, locally grown veg & broom house farms free range eggs. The butchery staff are fantastic, very knowledgeable and willing to cut any joint you require & so friendly. Coffee shop has a range of home made cakes & delicious sandwiches, afternoon teas & Sunday lunches. There is also outdoor eating area, picnic area & children's play area. Children can also enjoy the forest adventure trail & there are various walking routes around the farm. A great place for a family day.
Keith Kay
Oct 19, 2021
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Nice selection of products from the far, local producers & some further afield. Mix of foods, candles, toys, etc. Staff very good. Meat prices seem fair as it looks like exceptional quality but some other things like jams & gifts very expensive & difficult to justify.
Ifor Cook
Oct 17, 2021
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Took my friend Finlay to Broom House for a day out in the summer and we had such a great time. The forest adventure was full of different quizzes and games for us to enjoy and we could have stayed in there all day. Stopped off at the coffee shop before leaving as well, which was full of some great looking cakes and snacks - including some gluten free options for Fin. Overall a superb experience!
Niki Byrne
Sep 28, 2021
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Called in on Saturday for lunch. Despite it being very busy, the staff were extremely pleasant and the food delicious. I wish I has known about it when the kids were young as they would have loved jumping on the hay bales in the sunshine. What a really lovely place to eat. We will definitely be back.
Natalie Mcdonough
Sep 05, 2021
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Lovely day out, tasty breakfast, few hours playing in woodland trail & finished off with coffee & cake. Thank you to Lynn and all the other staff for being so helpful & lovely service.
June Mcgarr
Aug 26, 2021
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Had a fantastic family day at Broom house farm today some of us had breakfast which was delicious. The forest trail was brilliant which started with a great talk from the ranger we had children aged 5 6 8 10 and 12 and they all had a great day. Beautiful scones finish the day off, definitely recommend a day here.
