European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - December 16, 1993, Darmstadt, Hesse                                A Vin in fear  this Goat opts for a close took at one of the farm s visitors. Jack from Quot Jack and the beanstalk Quot is just one of the fictitious characters found roaming the farm. All the farm s Breeds have fallen from favor among modern Farmers either because they Are slow producers of meat and milk or Are difficult to handle Shirley Hartshorn said. The farm supports about 280 cattle 380 sheep 40 goats 60 pigs and six horses. It also is Home to a number of peacocks turkeys ducks geese rabbits and countless chickens she said. Most of the animals Are accessible to the Public while still being protected behind fences that allow them to escape from unwanted attention. However it s generally youngsters who tire first of having their hands licked by cows and their fingers nudged by the noses of pigs. When youngsters want a change of Pace there is a play area equipped with pedal tractors and stationary farm vehicles for Small children to climb on and sit in. There also is an adventure Woodland filled with a wide an employee dressed in victorian Era clothes works an old spinning wheel. Range of playground equipment for older children a Small gift shop where refreshments Are available for Purchase a Small museum of farm equipment and a video loft. The farm also holds special events on Bank holidays and remains open during the lambing season in late May and june. Children Are allowed to help feed the animals during summer months when the hours of operation Are extended from 10 30 . To 5 . Tuesdays through sundays.travelers9 tips a hours the Wompole Hall Home farm is open from 1 to 4 . Saturdays and sundays from november to mid March and from 10 30 . To 5 . Tuesdays through sundays from mid March to november. Christmas festivities Are sundays Only in december. A admission 3.50 pounds about $5.30 for adults 1,50 pounds about $2.30 for children. Wagon rides Are 60 Pence about 90 cents. A tips Wear rubber boots or footwear that can be washed. The farm can be Muddy. Also prepare youngsters for the doors they will encounter. It is a working farm and smells like one. A rules do not feed the animals. Also even though All the animals Are accustomed to visitors none of them will feel like being touched All the time pay attention to the animals signals. In the unlikely event that there is an Accident go to the reception desk where you will be attended to by employees who Are certified in first Aid. Information for additional information Call the Wompole Hall estate at 0223-207 257. When calling from outside the United kingdom dial the appropriate International code followed by 44-223-207257, a Nancy i. Toners amps photos by Dave Didio