Father Christmas Experience | The Barn at Berryfields

Looking for a magical Father Christmas experience near Coventry, Solihull or Warwickshire? Step into Christmas at The Barn At Berryfields in Meriden, where families can enjoy a festive 90-minute experience filled with Christmas activities, real reindeer, a live Elf Show and a special private visit with Father Christmas!

Father Christmas Experience 2026 | The Barn at Berryfields

• Dates: 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th and 19th–23rd December 2026

• Venue: The Barn at Berryfields, Meriden, CV7 7LB

• Tickets: £24.50 per child, £9.50 per adult (12 years and above), £7.50 per Babe-in-Arms.

• Book your tickets today!

A Magical Father Christmas Experience Near Coventry

The Barn At Berryfields invites families to celebrate the magic of Christmas with its annual Father Christmas Experience in Meriden, conveniently located between Coventry and Solihull.

Taking place inside the farm's giant heated Events Barn, this festive family event offers around 90 minutes of Christmas magic, with plenty for little ones to see, make and enjoy.

Children can join a lively 15-minute Elf Show packed with Christmas music, dancing and audience participation, decorate their own handmade gingerbread biscuit and write a special letter to Father Christmas. They can also make a Christmas wish on the Wishing Tree and see the farm's real reindeer along the way.

The highlight for many families is a private family visit with Father Christmas in his festive grotto. Children will receive a magical token to exchange for a present of their choice in the Elf Workshop, making their Christmas visit extra special.

With festive activities, magical characters, real reindeer and a special Santa visit, it's a wonderful way to make Christmas memories together.

What to Expect at The Barn At Berryfields Father Christmas Experience

Families can look forward to:

• Live Elf Show: Enjoy a 15-minute interactive performance full of Christmas music, dancing, festive fun and audience participation.

• Gingerbread Decorating: Get creative decorating a handmade festive gingerbread biscuit, made by the team at The Barn At Berryfields.

• Meet the Reindeer: See real reindeer up close as part of the Christmas experience. Please note that reindeer are viewing-only for 2026 and cannot be fed or handled.

• Christmas Wishing Tree: Make a special Christmas wish and add it to the festive Wishing Tree.

• Letter to Father Christmas: Write a letter and post it into Father Christmas's special North Pole postbox.

• Private Santa Visit: Enjoy your own private family visit with Father Christmas in one of the festive grottos.

• Elf Workshop: Every paid child receives a magical token to exchange for a present of their choice from the Elf Workshop.

• Babe-in-Arms Gift: Babies with a Babe-in-Arms ticket receive a special soft toy instead of a standard Elf Workshop gift.

The experience takes place inside the heated Events Barn, with festive food and drinks available to purchase separately.

Father Christmas Experience Ticket Prices

• Child: £24.50 – includes all activities and a present chosen from the Elf Workshop.

• Adult: £9.50 – for guests aged 12 years and above.

• Babe-in-Arms: £7.50 – includes a soft toy instead of a standard Elf Workshop present.

Each session is limited to 80 guests to help create a comfortable and enjoyable experience for families.

Add Eco-Skating to Your Christmas Visit

Make even more of your festive day out by adding a session on the Eco-Skating rink!

Eco-Skating is available to book separately alongside the Father Christmas Experience, with advance booking offering a discounted price.

• Eco-Skating: £6.50 per person.

Please note that skating is not included in the Father Christmas Experience ticket and is subject to availability.

What Families Say

Families who visited The Barn At Berryfields in 2025 shared some lovely feedback:

'We have been to The Barn twice, Halloween and Christmas, and both experiences were brilliant, kids loved it." Chantelle, December 2025

"Fantastic customer experience, all the staff were superb. Special mention to the two younger girls in their animal area, whilst waiting to see Santa they kept kids occupied playing hide and seek and tag!" Alex, December 2025

"The most lovely evening, staff are amazing, great value for money" Laura, December 2025

Father Christmas Experience FAQs

Where is the Father Christmas Experience near Coventry?

The Father Christmas Experience takes place at The Barn At Berryfields, Berryfields Farm, Berkswell Road, Meriden, Coventry, CV7 7LB.

The venue is located in Meriden, between Coventry and Solihull, making it an accessible Christmas day out for families travelling from Birmingham, Balsall Common, Kenilworth, Rugby and across Warwickshire.

When is the Father Christmas Experience in 2026?

The 2026 Father Christmas Experience takes place on:

• 5th and 6th December

• 12th and 13th December

• 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December

Arrival sessions are available from 10am, with limited places in each session.

How long does the Santa experience last?

Families should allow approximately 90 minutes for the full Father Christmas Experience. This includes the Elf Show, Christmas activities, reindeer viewing, private family visit with Father Christmas and the Elf Workshop.

Is the visit with Father Christmas private?

Yes! Each family enjoys their own private visit with Father Christmas inside one of the festive grottos. This gives children the opportunity to meet Father Christmas and have their special moment together as a family rather than meeting him as part of a large group.

Does every child get a present?

Yes. Every paid Child ticket includes a present. After meeting Father Christmas, children receive a magical token which they can exchange for a gift of their choice in the Elf Workshop.

What is included in a Babe-in-Arms ticket?

Babe-in-Arms tickets cost £7.50 and include a soft toy instead of a standard Elf Workshop gift.

Families attending with a Babe-in-Arms ticket will also be prioritised through the Father Christmas stage of the experience to make their visit more comfortable for very young children.

Can children feed or touch the reindeer?

The real reindeer are part of the festive experience and can be viewed up close during your visit.

For 2026, the reindeer are viewing-only and cannot be fed or handled. Their involvement is always subject to their health and welfare.

Is the Father Christmas Experience indoors?

Yes. The event takes place inside The Barn At Berryfields' large heated Events Barn, making it a lovely indoor Christmas activity whatever the December weather.

As it is a large agricultural-style events space, visitors are still advised to dress appropriately for the winter weather.

Is Eco-Skating included in the ticket?

No. Eco-Skating is available as an optional additional activity and must be booked separately. The advertised price is £6.50 per person, with advance booking offering a discounted price.

What age is the Father Christmas Experience suitable for?

The experience is designed primarily with younger children in mind and is generally most suitable for children up to around 8–9 years old. Older children are welcome too, particularly when attending with younger siblings or as part of a family group.

Do we need to book the Santa experience in advance?

Yes. Advance booking is strongly recommended as each session has a maximum capacity of 80 guests. Popular dates and arrival times may sell out, so families are encouraged to secure their tickets early.

What time should we arrive?

Visitors should arrive approximately 15 minutes before their booked arrival time. This allows time to park, check in, make their way to the Events Barn and grab a drink.

The experience begins with the live Elf Show, so arriving late could mean missing the start of the show or part of the festive journey.

Is there parking at The Barn At Berryfields?

Yes. Free on-site parking is available at The Barn At Berryfields for visitors attending the Father Christmas Experience.

Is food and drink available?

Yes. Festive street food and drinks will be available to purchase separately from the adjoining food and bar area.

Visitors can enjoy hot food, children's options, hot and cold drinks and refreshments from the fully stocked bar.

How can I contact The Barn At Berryfields?

For questions about the Father Christmas Experience, tickets or your visit, contact the team:

• Telephone: 01676 522155

• Email: eat@thebarnatberryfields.co.uk

• Website: https://thebarnatberryfields.co.uk/

Make Christmas magical this year and book your Father Christmas Experience at The Barn At Berryfields in Meriden!