Illustration of Santa in a red suit sitting in an armchair as a small child shows him a paper list beside a lit fireplace (Christmas on the Farm)
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Christmas on the Farm

Children can enjoy a personalised meeting with Father Christmas in his grotto followed by selecting a toy from the Present Room. Little ones can build a cuddly friend at the Teddy Bear Workshop and ice sweet treats in the Gingerbread Kitchen. The event also features meet-the-animals experiences, indoor and outdoor play barns, and firepits for marshmallow toasting.

Nov 27 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

Farm Park access and activities included with the ticket are available from 9:30am; choose a grotto time slot.

Food & Drink

The Ox Shed serves a festive menu with hot chocolate and Christmas treats, plus smaller plates for children; marshmallows can be toasted around the firepits.

Accessibility

The venue strives to provide an inclusive experience with good access throughout the park.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children, toddlers and babies

Vibe

Festive and hands-on

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive at the Farm Park at least 15 minutes before your grotto slot, though you can do the other activities any time during the day.
  • If you're bringing toddlers, choose a weekday date rather than a weekend for gentler crowd levels during your visit.
  • Buy a Christmas Experience ticket for every child taking part, then add tickets for the adults with them on the next booking page.
  • Head for the indoor Animal and Discovery Barns and Activity Barn if it's wet, and expect fewer animals out in the fields in winter.
  • Stay into the evening to toast marshmallows and make s'mores around the fire pits, after bouncing on the bouncy pillows during the day.

Links & Contact

Run by Cotswold Farm Park Limited

Website / Tickets Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is the Christmas Experience best for?

It suits all children but is designed mainly for younger ones, toddlers and babies. The baby ticket includes a personalised meeting with Father Christmas and a choice of gift from the toy shop.

What does a child's ticket include?

Each child gets a personalised visit to Father Christmas, a gift from the Present Room, the Teddy Bear Workshop and the Gingerbread Kitchen. Ticket holders also get into the Farm Park and can use the included activities all day.

Is the rest of the Farm Park open?

Yes, the whole Farm Park is open. In winter, though, not all the animals are out in the fields.

What is there to do indoors?

The Animal and Discovery Barns and the indoor Activity Barn are open. There are both indoor and outdoor play areas, so the day works rain or shine.

Where can we get food?

The Ox Shed restaurant serves festive treats and smaller plates for children. There's also hot chocolate, and marshmallows and s'mores at the fire pits. The gingerbread in the Gingerbread Kitchen is baked fresh and allergen friendly.

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