Plan Your Visit
Autumn—Winter Hours
Between Monday 20 April and Friday 18 September, Collingwood Children’s Farm will close early on school days:
Monday to Friday: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm - last entry 3:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm - last entry 4:00 pm
These hours may vary due to weather, resourcing, public holidays and special events - follow us on Instagram for the most up-to-date information on today’s operating hours.
Getting Here
The Farm is a hidden gem at the end of 18 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford. Getting here is easy!
By Train
Take the Mernda or Hurstbridge train line to Victoria Park Railway Station. Walk down Johnston Street for 10 minutes towards Kew.
Turn right into Clarke Street, then left into St Heliers Street. The Farm is at the end of St Heliers Street, down the hill.
By Bus
Take the 200 or 207 bus route to the Johnston/Clarke Street stop. Turn left into St Heliers Street.
By Bicycle
Take the Capital City cycling and walking trail.
By Car
Drive to St Heliers Street, Abbotsford. Parking is available in the Abbotsford Convent car park, across the road from the Convent and just before the end of St Heliers Street. Turn left from the pay station towards the end of the street.
Parking Fees
For hourly rates and more information visit the Abbotsford Convent website. Collingwood Children’s Farm does not manage this carpark and we cannot validate parking.
Limited-time free parking is available on Yarra Boulevard, just off Studley Park Road.
Farm Map
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