Looking for a day out in Meppel? Come and play at our family play farm with its own ice cream
Looking for a day out near Meppel with children? De Drentse Koe in Ruinerwold is a great place to spend the day playing, exploring and relaxing. We’re not in Meppel itself, but we’re close enough for an easy day out from Meppel and the surrounding area.
At De Drentse Koe, children can play indoors and outdoors, with bouncy castles, pedal tractors, a large playground, a sandpit, an animal area, water play in summer and, of course, Drentse Koe IJs.
It’s practical for parents too. Everything is close together, so you can keep an eye on the children, join in or simply sit down with a cup of coffee on the terrace.
A fun day out from Meppel with children
A day out with children works best when there’s plenty to do without making the day complicated. At our family play farm with its own ice cream, you’ll find everything in one place.
There are plenty of activities for children, food and drinks are available, toilets are close by and parking is free. This makes it a convenient day out for families from Meppel, the surrounding area and other parts of Drenthe.
Coming from Assen, Hoogeveen or Zwolle? Take a look at the page for your area.
Children can choose what they feel like doing. They might start with some jumping, head outside afterwards, visit the animal area and enjoy an ice cream in between. Simply a fun day out for the whole family.
Indoor and outdoor play in any weather
With us, you don’t have to choose between indoor and outdoor play. You can enjoy both.
Indoors, children can play in the play barns. This is ideal when it’s raining, a bit chilly or the weather suddenly changes. There are quieter areas for younger children, where they can play at their own pace.
There’s plenty of space outdoors. Children can enjoy the outdoor playground, pedal tractors, sandpit, play equipment, animal area and seasonal activities.
This means there’s plenty of variety during a visit from Meppel, even if you’re not quite sure what the weather will do today.
The play area with rocking horses is a great place for free play. Children can move around, explore and create their own games.
For younger children, this is often a pleasant place to play, as they can play at their own pace.
The pedal tractors are particularly popular with little ones and younger children. They can steer themselves, ride around and pretend they are working on the farm..
That fits perfectly with the atmosphere at De Drentse Koe: playing among the cows, right here at our family play farm with its own ice cream.
Outside, there is a large playground with play equipment, sand, plenty of space and places to climb. Children can run, slide and explore.
The outdoor playground is suitable for children of different ages. Younger children can play at their own pace, while older children have more space to let off steam.
At the animal area, children can watch the animals. They can see goats, donkeys, rabbits, a sheep and a pig. This makes the farm experience especially familiar to children.
For many children, this is a quiet moment in between all the playing.
In summer, water is always a hit. At De Drentse Koe, children can play in the water play area or splash park.
They can splash, play with the water and cool off. On warm days, feel free to bring a change of clothes.
During the season, children can explore the maize maze. They make their way through the maize and enjoy a little adventure on the farm.
The maize maze is a great fit for families who enjoy discovering something new alongside playing.
At certain times, Lisa & Loetje are there too. This makes the day out even more familiar for children.
Watch together, join in and then get back to playing. Just a normal part of the day.
Fun for young children
With young children, it’s important to have everything within easy reach. You don’t want to walk too far, keep searching for toilets or run out of things to do.
At our family play farm with its own ice cream, toddlers and young children can play at their own pace in the toddler play area, on the toddler bouncy castle, on the pedal tractors, in the sandpit, in the play area with rocking horses and in the animal area.
Parents can easily keep an eye on their children, making for a more relaxed day out.
Also Fun for Older Children
Older children often want a bit more of a challenge. They like to decide for themselves where to go next.
At De Drentse Koe, children can burn off energy in the play barns, on the playground and around the farmyard. There are plenty of activities to keep them entertained throughout their visit.
Visiting with children of different ages? That makes things easier, as everyone can find something they enjoy.
Also suitable for groups
De Drentse Koe is a popular place for children’s birthday parties near Meppel. Children can climb, clamber, run around and explore the indoor and outdoor playgrounds, with everything conveniently located together on one site. Various packages are available for children’s birthday parties. Take a look at all the options for a children’s birthday party.
Coming with a larger group? De Drentse Koe is also a great place for family get-togethers, school trips and group days out. With indoor and outdoor play, food and drinks and plenty of space, there is lots to do for all ages. De Drentse Koe is also suitable for a company outing where children are joining in. Take a look at the options for family get-togethers, school trips and group days out.
Indoor and Outdoor Fun
Children can play in the indoor playground as well as outdoors on the farmyard. This makes a day out suitable for every season.
For the Whole Family
There’s plenty to do for toddlers, preschoolers, younger children and older children.
Clear and Practical
Everything is close together, making it easy to spend a whole day here with the children.
Ice Cream from the Ice Cream Farm
A day out at De Drentse Koe isn’t complete without ice cream. It’s simply part of the experience.
Children can play in the indoor playground as well as outdoors on the farmyard. This makes a day out suitable for every season.
There’s plenty to do for toddlers, preschoolers, younger children and older children.
Everything is close together, making it easy to spend a whole day here with the children.
A day out at De Drentse Koe isn’t complete without Drentse Koe IJs. It’s simply part of the experience.
Plan your visit from Meppel
Looking for something fun to do with children near Meppel? Come and visit our family play farm with its own ice cream in Ruinerwold.
Indoors and outdoors. Play barns and an outdoor playground. Animals, pedal tractors, a sandpit, water play, ice cream and plenty of space.
Just a lovely day out for children and parents alike.
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Want to buy your tickets in advance but not sure when you’ll visit? Choose a flex ticket. You don’t need to choose a date just yet and can decide later when you’d like to come. That way, you can secure your tickets now and plan your visit whenever it suits you.
