Surrey Docks Farm

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Some things just make you feel better straight away, and – for me at least – one of those things is the sight and sound of a happily snorting pig. So as soon as I got to I had a smile on my face.

Having grown up in the countryside, where a 'farm' constitutes miles and miles of open fields, I'm still somewhat bemused by the idea of a 'city farm'. But certainly packs a lot into its 2.2 acres. The pigs are accompanied by cows, sheep, goats, chickens, donkeys, geese, turkeys, bees, guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets, and of course a farm cat.

There's also a variety of plants and wild areas to explore, and fresh produce for sale. In fact the fresh eggs alone are reason enough for a visit – you really can't beat them (excuse the pun).

The café , apparently based on the tradition of Italian farmers opening up their homes, uses local, seasonal produce to create traditional Italian dishes. If it's traditional British you're after, never fear: there's also a selection of cooked breakfasts and Sunday roasts.

For those keen to get more involved, the ' have a go horticulture ' group is always open and the ' young farmers ' club meets every month. And if you thought farms were just about animals and crops, think again: this farm offers arts and crafts courses, music lessons, yoga, and it even has its own forge.

Right on the Thames Path , the farm makes a good stopping point as part of a walk or bike ride. Where else can you admire the London skyline while enjoying the special music of a snorting pig?

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