Meet our adorable alpacas!
Alpacas have been part of Attwell Farm Park since 2017, starting with just two males—Barnaby and Minstrel. Barnaby, the larger grey one, and Minstrel, the light brown one. Both boys can be a little shy, but if you’re really quiet and patient, they might just eat from your hand! Over the years, these boys have been on a few special trips with us, including visits to Worcester Cathedral for Songs of Praise, children’s hospital visit, and even county shows!
In 2019, we expanded our alpaca family by introducing several female alpacas. We’re hoping that in 2025, we’ll welcome our very own baby alpacas—called crias! It’s an exciting time, and we can’t wait to see our herd grow.
🏡 Winter Months – In the colder months, our alpacas stay warm inside the Animal Barn, where visitors can get a closer look at their soft fleece and gentle nature.
🌿 Summer Months – During the warmer months, they enjoy roaming their paddock along the Paddock Walk, grazing peacefully and watching the world go by.
🤗 A Little Patience Goes a Long Way! – Barnaby and Minstrel may be shy, but if you approach them calmly and quietly, they might just reward you with a closer look—and maybe even a snack from your hand!
🦙 Herd Animals! – Alpacas are social creatures and prefer to live in groups. They can get lonely without their herd!
🦙 Super Soft Wool! – Alpaca fleece is even softer and warmer than sheep’s wool, and it’s hypoallergenic, making it perfect for people with wool allergies.
🦙 No Teeth at the Top! – Alpacas only have bottom teeth at the front of their mouths, using their tough upper gums to help them graze.
🦙 Humming Conversations! – Just like llamas, alpacas communicate by humming. Each hum has a different meaning, from curiosity to contentment.
🦙 Surprisingly Clean! – Unlike many other farm animals, alpacas use a communal dung pile, keeping their living area much cleaner!
🦙 Gentle Giants! – Alpacas are known for their calm and gentle nature, which makes them perfect therapy animals for visits to hospitals and care homes.