Catanger Llama Trekking

Walking across a field with a llama on a lead isn't something you do every day, but at Catanger near Brackley it's exactly what happens. The animals are surprisingly calm and oddly engaging - they look at you sideways with this bemused expression that makes the whole thing feel less touristy than you'd expect.

You're essentially trekking through Northamptonshire countryside with these long-necked creatures, which sounds daft on paper but works properly in practice. The llamas set the pace, you follow, and somewhere in that rhythm the usual noise in your head quiets down. It's low-key activity rather than adrenaline-pumping stuff.

Families with kids aged six upwards will get the most from it - younger ones might find the walk tedious. Anyone after a gentle outdoor activity that's a bit different from the park-bench routine will appreciate it too. Walking types and animal enthusiasts are the natural audience, though you don't need to be either to enjoy it.

The site is within striking distance of several campsites - Jubilee Barn is closest at 2.5 miles if you want glamping, or there's the more traditional Silverstone Farm Campsite at 4.1 miles. Good base for exploring this corner of the Midlands without committing to a town.

I'd recommend ringing ahead to check what's running and when - details are thin on the ground. Probably allow an hour or so. It's not life-changing, but it's a proper little detour worth making if you're camped nearby.