New attraction brings fun to farm activities

Horse riding, milking a cow and kayaking are just some of the activities on offer at Midhirst's newest attraction, Naki Fun Farm.

John and Alison Vernon say they hope visitors to their 350 acre farm will enjoy the rural experience.

"Both our daughters have an affinity for horses so I created an arena when they were young for them to practise on," says John adding there are very few places in Taranaki for riders.

"The farm also provided a great place for them to develop their skills so we thought why not open it up for other riders."

The trails across the farm support riders with all levels of experience and skill and riders can enjoy the sand floor arena with jumps for horses.

John says the farm has a river and natural pools as well as bush walks and trails which can be enjoyed by family groups as well as riders.

"We open all the gates throughout the property so visitors can explore all aspects of the dairy farm."

John says for those who are looking to try a "real rural experience" visitors can check out the milking shed.

Since opening six weeks ago John and Alison say they have been enjoying meeting people from all over the region as they visit the farm.

Mary Lindsay-Hughes and Katrina Colquhoun are return visitors to Naki Farm Fun.

"We have brought our horses here several times and love exploring the trails and the scenery," says Mary. Katrina adds "there aren't a lot of places to ride in the region and here at John and Alison's is the perfect place".

For more information about Naki Farm Fun or to book in an experience check out their Facebook page www.facebook.com/NakiFarmFun or contact John on 027 203 8014.