plan your visit
Welcome to our family farm in West River, Maryland, where guests are invited to enjoy a peaceful countryside experience surrounded by animals, nature, and our charming red barn.
Whether you're joining us for a farm experience, seasonal event, or private celebration, we want your visit to feel relaxed, memorable, and easy to navigate.
LOCATION
Holiday Memories Farm
West River, Maryland
The exact arrival details and parking instructions are sent after booking to ensure a smooth and organized experience for all guests.
ARRIVAL
Please plan to arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled experience.
This allows time for:
• parking.
• check-in.
• waiver confirmation.
• orientation before animals are introduced.
Events and sessions begin promptly to ensure the best experience for all guests and animals.
WHAT TO WEAR
This is a working farm, so we recommend dressing comfortably.
Best choices:
• closed-toe shoes or boots.
• comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor areas.
• layers during cooler months.
Our barn is enclosed but not fully climate controlled, so please dress for the weather.
WEATHER
Most experiences take place inside our enclosed Red Enchanted Barn with access to nearby outdoor animal areas.
Because animals and weather can be unpredictable:
• outdoor animal access may change
• experiences continue rain or shine
In the event of severe weather, guests will be notified if adjustments are necessary.
ANIMAL INTERACTION
Our animals are friendly and accustomed to visitors, but their comfort and safety always come first.
Guests may be invited to:
• cuddle baby animals.
• feed animals when instructed.
• take photos with animals.
For the safety of our animals and guests:
• animals must be handled gently.
• instructions from staff must be followed.
• children must be supervised at all times.
CHILDREN
Children are welcome and encouraged to enjoy the farm experience.
Guidelines:
• children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• children under 2 attend free for most experiences but must be included in guest count.
• parents remain responsible for supervision at all times.
PHOTOS
We encourage guests to capture memories during their visit.
You will find multiple photo opportunities throughout the barn and farm, including styled backdrops and animal interaction moments.
Professional photography sessions may be offered during select events.
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RESTROOM
A restroom is available for guest use.
Please note that, due to the historic nature of our farm property, the restroom is not handicap accessible.
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RESERVATIONS
Most experiences at Real FarmHERS are reservation-based to maintain a calm environment for animals and guests.
We recommend booking in advance, as availability can be limited.
Holiday Memories Farm is a family-owned farm property, and Real FarmHERS experiences are thoughtfully designed to create meaningful connections between guests, animals, and the countryside.
We’re honored to share this special place with you.