The Christmas ( Toddler and SEND Sessions) Experience at WEST LODGE FARM PARK

*From the organisers (correct at the time of publishing), please see the organiser’s website for the latest details.

Christmas Experience
Step into the magic of Christmas at West Lodge, where unforgettable memories are made year after year. Don’t just take our word for it—“We have been visiting West Lodge at Christmas for 9 years now, it’s the only place we will go because we believe it’s the real Father Christmas!” From the moment you collect your Christmas Passport on arrival, the festive fun begins. Immerse yourself in the magic and create a Christmas tradition your family will cherish forever!

SEND Christmas – Thursday 11th December 4pm-8pm (Please note, The Farmyard Toddler Christmas will also be suitable for children with additional needs. If you’d prefer a weekend we recommend booking one of the later slots after 4pm as the farm, activities and exit shop are much quieter and less overwhelming. Later slots are released in Late Sepetmber on the Full Experience Page).

A Farmyard Toddler Christmas

Our Farmyard Toddler Christmas is a gentle, heartwarming version of the full Christmas Experience, specially designed for younger children to enjoy the magic of Christmas at a pace that suits them. The gentle, tailored journey is led by your very own dedicated Elf, who will adapt the session to suit the group. You can enjoy all the festive magic, just at a pace that’s perfect for little ones. This includes a tactile version of the reindeer food experience, and slightly simplified activities to keep things fun and engaging.

The journey begins with your festive passport, a keepsake letter from Father Christmas and magical glasses.Then time to warm up with a mulled wine for the adults in the Post Office while the children enjoy a story book with the elf.Then it’s time for Elf-tastic HQ — a fun and interactive space where little ones can enjoy painting their elf cheeks, receiving their own elf hat, with the help and encouragement of their elf guide.Children will then take part in a tactile, sensory-friendly reindeer food-making activity, perfect for little hands. Every child will take home their own special reindeer food pouch, ready to sprinkle on the lawn on Christmas Eve.The magic continues with a visit to Father Christmas in his beautiful grotto, where he will greet each child by name and mention something special about them (provided by you at checkout). A family photo opportunity with Santa adds to the lasting memories.The experience concludes with a visit to the Toy Shop, where children can choose their very own gift from shelves full of Christmas treasures.You’re also welcome to enjoy the Elves’ Village throughout your visit which is open all day and can be visited as many times as you like – with magical glasses bringing the twinkling lights to life.
Please note, the live nativity is not available during toddler sessions, but all other festive extras are included, such as animal petting, barrel rides, adventure golf, visiting the elf village and listening to the singing reindeer. Every child receives magical glasses, reindeer food, an elf hat, and a gift, while every adult will enjoy a warming glass of mulled wine. It’s a wonderfully festive, child-led experience designed to create magical moments for even the youngest Christmas visitors.

SEND Christmas Experience (Please note the Farmyard Toddler Christmas may be suitable for some children with additional needs).

Thursday 11th December 4pm-8pm

Designed for smaller groups (reduced numbers) with a calmer, more relaxed atmosphere. Lighting, volume and group size are all carefully considered to help every child enjoy the magic in their own way.

Your experience comprises the same activities as the peak days at weekends. You will start at the Elves Post Office, then head to Elf HQ, the Reindeer feed making room, Santas Grotto and Elf Toy Shop.

Please note, the Nativity Play WILL be running on the SEND evening as will all other festive extras. This includes animal petting, barrel rides, adventure golf, visiting the elf village and listening to the singing reindeer. Every child receives magical glasses, reindeer food, an elf hat, and a gift, while every adult will enjoy a warming glass of mulled wine. The farm park will be significantly quieter on this evening.

Please note the time you book, is your time to start the experience at the Elves’ Post Office. Please arrive at the farm at least 40 minutes before your booked time. We want you to make the most of your time with us and enjoy the whole farm and all the other christmas areas and activities.