Illustration of Santa posing with a family on a bench under string lights for a photographer (Story Time with Father Christmas and Mrs Claus)

Story Time with Father Christmas and Mrs Claus

Children gather inside the Old Barn for a seasonal story read by Father Christmas and Mrs Claus. Afterward, families take photos with Father Christmas while children enjoy a handmade gingerbread man. Every child receives a copy of the storybook read during the session along with an orchard activity trail sheet.

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When

Tickets

£15.50 per child. The ticket includes the story with Father Christmas, an age-appropriate book as a gift, and an activity trail sheet (worth £3.00).

Hours

Overall event time: 10AM to 3:30PM; 10am under 5's; 12pm mixed age for siblings; 2pm over 5's.

Ages

Sessions tailored for different age groups (under 5s, mixed age, over 5s), all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Neighborhood

Somerset

Food & Drink

Children can enjoy a handmade gingerbread man; waiting.

Accessibility

The Old Barn venue is suitable for visitors of all abilities.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Choose the session that best fits the children’s ages; the mixed-age option is intended for siblings attending together.
  • Provide each attending child’s age when booking so an age-appropriate book can be prepared.
  • Arrive just before your selected session, as early arrivals will be asked to wait outside.
  • Have the booking confirmation QR code ready as a printout or screenshot for check-in.
  • Avoid taking photos or videos until the private photo opportunity at the end, and keep children with an adult throughout.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Under-five story session on December 5.
  • Mixed-age session for siblings on December 5.
  • Over-five story session on December 5.

Links & Contact

Run by Sheppy's Cider Ltd

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

Which session should I choose for my children?

There is a session for children under five, one for mixed-age siblings, and one for children over five. The siblings’ story may suit one child’s age better than another’s.

Do children need an accompanying adult?

Yes. Every child must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or adult throughout the event.

What is included for each child?

Each child receives a copy of the storybook and an activity trail sheet, and can enjoy a handmade gingerbread man while waiting.

Can families take photos during the story?

No photography or videos are allowed until the private photo opportunity with Father Christmas at the end.

Is the Old Barn accessible to visitors with different abilities?

The Old Barn is suitable for visitors of all abilities.

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