An animal park located between Blairhall and Clacks has achieved full National Farm Attractions Network membership (NFAN).
Hillview Animal Park is run by husband-and-wife team, Craig and Kirsty Holmes, who have a combined 35 years of experience between them in working with animals.
They have a range of animals at the site including alpacas, peacocks, wallabies, and more.
NFAN membership recognises farm attractions that meet the network’s standards for animal welfare, customer care and safety, including compliance with the Industry Code of Practice and the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare.
The Industry Code of Practice provides guidance on managing animal contact safely and is supported by NFAN and the Health and Safety Executive.
Craig Holmes, co-director at Hillview Animal Park, said: “Joining NFAN is an exciting milestone for Hillview.
“As a small independent farm park, having access to the knowledge, experience and support of others within the industry is incredibly valuable to us.
“We’re constantly looking at ways to improve Hillview, from developing new animal experiences and facilities to expanding our native species conservation work.
“We may be small, but we have big ambitions!”
Mike Large, managing agent at NFAN, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Hillview Animal Park to the National Farm Attractions Network.
“NFAN is all about bringing farm and rural attractions together to meet, share and grow, and it’s great to have another attraction joining our community.
“We look forward to supporting the Hillview team, connecting them with fellow members and seeing them get involved in everything the network has to offer.”
As previously reported, the park is also currently fundraising for a new peacock enclosure.
Currently, Hillview has two peacocks, both of which came from Pittencrieff Park in Dunfermline.
However, the park is aiming to raise £1500 to build a brand-new enclosure to be able to house multiple male peafowl.
So far, they have raised £960 towards this goal.
Anyone who wishes to donate can do so on the GoFundMe page.
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