Wintery Walks with Alpacas

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Alpacas, smaller than Llamas, are native to Peru. They have been domesticated for thousands of years from wild ancestors, also native to South America.

Their quiet nature and good hygiene (Alpaca’s use a corner of their grazing as a communal toilet making them a lot neater than sheep!) have helped breeders introduce them to all parts of the world now, only excluding the Antarctic.

Feeding the Alpacas

Alpacas need annual shearing and the fibre is used for making knitted and woven items, similar to sheep’s wool. These items include blankets, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, a wide variety of textiles and ponchos in South America, and sweaters, socks, coats and bedding in other parts of the world. At their farm in Hatt, Gary and Felicia Sanders pride themselves on the way they look after their herd of Alpacas. They have a calm and relaxing approach to their management, handling them sensitively and regularly from birth, and working with the animals own herding instincts. Visitors often remark on how settled and relaxed the Alpacas appear and are encouraged to meet and greet the animals whilst they are taken on regular walks.

There is a very therapeutic aspect to sharing time with an Alpaca herd.

On December 14 and 19 there are still a few spaces left to meet and greet the Alpacas at Popham, and

warm up before and afterwards in Reindeer Lodge with a real fire, mince pies and even a glass of mulled wine – a real family treat and great way of finding out more about these beautiful creatures.

There’s also an opportunity to buy a voucher for use later that would make a great Christmas Present. And, if you love the idea of watching Alpacas from the comfort of home, there is a holiday cottage available for that romantic getaway, or the perfect extra space for family coming to visit.

Book online at purecornishalpaca.co.uk

Or call 07812 145 902 to secure your place.