Christmas at Finkley
Celebrate the holiday season with an immersive festive adventure at Finkley Down Farm. Children can decorate a festive treat with Mother Christmas and prepare magical reindeer food alongside Professor Rudolfski. Visitors also meet Father Christmas in the Animal Barn, which is specially transformed into a Christmas forest, with full-day farm admission included.
What to Expect
Decorate festive treats, make reindeer food, and meet Father Christmas.
Event Details
Duration
The Christmas visit lasts around 40 minutes.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Hampshire
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Finkley Down Farm
Food & Drink
Visitors decorate a festive treat; the café is open with hot and cold food, coffees, cakes and ice creams.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Magical and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Babies under 1 go free if accompanying an older sibling; they will not receive a gift unless it is added at booking. A teenager who does not want to join in the activities can attend with an adult ticket. Tickets include all-day entry to the farm. No ticket amounts are stated. – Get tickets
- Parking: Car parking at the farm is free.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive at the farm at least 15 minutes before your chosen time, because late arrivals cannot be accommodated for the Christmas Journey.
- Bring a card for payments, as Finkley is a cashless site and does not accept Amex.
- Make a day of it, since your Christmas ticket includes all-day entry to the farm and the café stays open as normal.
- If you can't make it, tell the farm at least 48 hours ahead, because bookings cannot be changed after that point.
- Children with allergies can still decorate a festive treat, as allergen alternatives are available in Mother Christmas' Kitchen.
Special Events & Promotions
- Mini Christmas at Finkley is a shorter version for younger children, booked separately on selected term-time dates.
- Pre-booking online gets the best ticket and discount prices.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What do children get to do?
Children decorate a festive treat with Mother Christmas in her kitchen and make reindeer food with Professor Rudolfski. Then they meet Father Christmas in the Animal Barn, which is turned into a Christmas Forest. Each child or family chats with him on their own, and you can take as many photos as you like.
How long should we allow?
The Christmas visit takes around 40 minutes. Your ticket includes all-day entry to the farm, so you can stay and explore afterwards. The café is open as normal for hot and cold food, coffee, cakes and ice cream.
Do babies and teenagers need tickets?
Babies under 1 go free with an older sibling, but they only get a gift if you add one when booking. Teenagers who don't want to join the activities can come in on an adult ticket.
Can children with allergies decorate a festive treat?
Yes. Allergen alternatives are available. The reindeer food is made from goat mix, oats and coloured sugar.
How big are the groups?
Each session is limited to six children, shared with a few other families. Father Christmas still meets each child or family on their own.
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