Christmas Experience in Lincolnshire
The Real Christmas Experience at Rand Farm Park
Discover the magic of Christmas in Lincolnshire at Rand Farm Park. Step through the portal into Merryjingle, an immersive Christmas world filled with live shows, festive characters and unforgettable adventures. Meet Santa in his magical grotto, visit real reindeer, decorate gingerbread with Mrs Claus and explore the enchanting world of the elves. With personalised Santa visits, a special gift for every child and farm admission included, it’s the ultimate family Christmas experience.
Tickets for The Real Christmas Experience are limited. Book online in advance to avoid disappointment.
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The Real Christmas Experience – Weekends & School Holidays
Discover an immersive Christmas experience in Lincolnshire, packed with live shows, festive characters, real reindeer and a personalised visit to Santa. (90 minutes – 2 hours)
Embark on a truly magical adventure at The Real Christmas Experience!
Start your adventure with Chip and Sparky at Sugarplum HQ, sing festive tunes with Jingle in Merryjingle’s Music School, and explore the 3D Enchanted Forest with Oakley. Meet Santa’s real reindeer and make reindeer feed with Huff in Graindeers Stables!
Help Postie sort presents at the Sorting Office, then visit Santa in his cozy grotto to pick a special gift from his secret Toy Shop.
Can you smell gingerbread? Head over to the Gingerbread Kitchen to decorate biscuits with Mrs. Claus! And don’t miss the fun with Ginger & Pepper in Elf Academy throughout the day!
For an extra touch of festive magic, add toasting marshmallows over an open fire to your experience for an additional cost, and dive into the fun of our “Make a Bear” workshop, where you can create your very own cuddly companion!
Plus, enjoy all the winter favourite Rand Farm Park activities such as indoor play, meeting the animals on the farm and animal-based experiences such as bottle feeding and small animal handling.
Prices from:
Adult – £25.95 – £29.95
Child 1 & Over – £35.95 – £49.95
Term-Time Christmas Experience for Younger Children
Looking for a magical Christmas experience for toddlers and preschoolers? Explore Merryjingle on a shorter, elf-guided adventure. Available Monday-Friday whilst the older children are at school, this experience is designed for our younger visitors with no immersive shows/experiences where instead you walk through the town of Merryjingle with two of Santa’s Elves. This experience lasts, roughly, 30-45 minutes. This experience includes a present from Santa, Gingerbread Biscuit from Mrs Claus and a bag of Reindeer Feed.
The town of Merryjingle is peaceful, with most of the elves out at Mrs Claus’ Christmas Day concert practice…
But there’s still a sprinkle of magic waiting to be discovered by your little Farmer Folk! Immerse your family in the enchantment of Christmas with an elf-guided tour through Merryjingle, where you’ll meet Santa Claus in his Grotto.
Along the way, create special reindeer food at Graindeer’s Stables, perfect for leaving out on Christmas Eve. Say hello to our two real reindeer, Rudi and Rossi. Journey through the 3D Enchanted Forest. Choose a present from Santa’s secret Toy Shop. Decorate your very own gingerbread treat in Mrs Claus’ Kitchen. See what Ginger and Pepper are up to in Elf Academy too!
Plus, enjoy all the winter favourite Rand Farm Park activities such as indoor play, meeting the animals on the farm and animal-based experiences such as bottle feeding and small animal handling.
Prices from:
Adult – £21.95
Child 1 & Over – £23.95
The Real Christmas Experience Evenings
Experience the magic of Merryjingle after dark, with twinkling Christmas lights, immersive shows and a festive evening adventure. Enjoy an enchanting evening adventure with The Real Christmas Experience Evenings!
Our Real Christmas Experience evenings offer the full magic of the daytime event – now under the enchanting glow of night! It’s the perfect choice for those looking to experience Christmas in a whole new light, as the town of Merryjingle twinkles with festive lights after dark.
You can still arrive anytime before your booked time to explore the farm, park and play but you must arrive at least fifteen minutes before your booked time to start the Christmas Experience.
Prices from:
Adult – £25.95 – £27.95
Child 1 & Over – £35.95 – £41.95
SEN Christmas Experience in Lincolnshire
Saturday 28th November
Discover an adapted Christmas experience for children with additional needs, offering a calmer, more flexible journey through Merryjingle.
Step into the magic of The Real Christmas Experience, specially adapted for children with additional needs. Instead of live interactive shows, the elves of Merryjingle will be waiting in their rooms to welcome you in a calmer, more open format. This way, children can explore at their own pace, meeting characters in a way that suits them best — with no pressure and plenty of festive joy. It’s the same enchanting journey through Merryjingle, designed to be flexible, accessible, and memorable for the whole family.
Prices from:
Adult – £25.95
Child 1 & Over – £35.95
Christmas Testimonials
"We bought our daughter here last year for the Christmas Experience after wanting it to be super magical each year and it did not disappoint. Bought her back this year (now 2) and wow what a lovely few hours we had. We travel from Kirkby in Ashfield so not close by and it's well worth it. Hallie was in her element all day and it was truly fab! All the staff go all out and an extra thank you to Mrs Claus as she was just SO lovely as she was last year! I 100% recommend"Lauren Reid 9 December 2024
"Our first family trip to Rand Farm Park for the Christmas Experience was truly magical!! Everywhere you looked the attention to detail was incredible and the staff were so amazing in character. Our son Noah was amazed at how much Santa knew about him! Highly recommended and we will definitely be back!!"Nina Carr 14 December 2024
"We visited Rand Farm Park for the first time for a Christmas Experience and we don’t regret it. It was really magical from the decorations & scenery to the staff playing their characters very well. Love the idea with a gold token and Santa’s workshop where child can pick what they want. My 3 year old enjoyed meeting and feeding the animals especially baby goats. We had a magical day out, thank you Rand Farm Park. We hope to be back next year. Merry Christmas"Oksana Torba 22 December 2024
"Rand Farm Park Christmas Experience was amazing! To say we had 2 girls feeling a little run down with the usual colds, they had an amazing time! Our youngest daughter was constantly in awe of the lights, the elves and animals."Claire Eykyn 23 December 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Christmas at Rand Farm Park, Lincolnshire
How long does each experience last?
The Real Christmas Experience: 1.5–2 hours
The Term Time Christmas Experience: 30–45 minutes
What days are the events running?
Please book online, well in advance, as this is typically a Sell Out event.
The Real Christmas Experience
28th & 29th November
5th & 6th December
12th & 13th December
19th – 24th December
The Term Time Christmas Experience
30th November – 4th December
7th – 11th December
14th – 18th December
Toasting Mallows and Make a Bear Times
If you have booked an additional experience, such as Make a Bear or Toasted Mallows, the time shown on that particular ticket is the time the experience is available from and can be accessed throughout your visit.
What time should we arrive?
The time you have booked for is your time to START —please be ready 15 minutes before the time you have booked.
Do babies need a ticket?
At least one paying child is needed per booking. Babies can either join in and receive a present/treat, or accompany older siblings for free. If a baby is the only child in your group, they must have a paid child ticket.
How many people can join a booking?
Up to 10 people. Each booking made is ONE visit into Santa’s Grotto.
If you book for 10 people, then all 10 people must go into the grotto together, and, they can not be separated.
Where are you?
Rand Farm Park, and The Real Christmas Experience, is in the East Midlands, Lincolnshire – just 8 miles east of Lincoln.
Driving Here
Our address is – Rand Farm Park, Lincoln, LN8 5NJ
Rough drive times;
- Lincoln – 10 Minutes
- Grimsby: 45 Minutes
- Newark: 45 Minutes
- Hull: 1 Hour & 10 Minutes
- Nottingham: 1 Hour & 10 Minutes
- Leicester: 1 Hour & 25 Minutes
- Peterborough: 1 Hour & 30 Minutes
- Derby: 1 Hour & 35 Minutes
- Sheffield: 1 Hour & 35 Minutes
- Leeds: 1 Hour & 40 Minutes
- Birmingham: 2 Hours & 10 Minutes
- London: 3 Hours & 20 Minutes
Parking at Rand Farm Park is free
What if we’re late?
We’ll always try to sprinkle some elf-magic to move you into another slot later that day… but we can’t promise. Please allow plenty of time before setting off to ensure you are here at least 15 minutes before the time you have booked for
Do you offer discounts or concessions?
Sorry – Christmas magic is the same price for everyone! Concessions and Planet Offer vouchers are not valid.
Can I add more people or change my booking?
Yes! If you created an account when booking, you can make changes online (subject to availability). Otherwise, call us on 01673 858904 and our ticketing elves will help.
Do you cater for allergens?
Children can decorate their very own gingerbread biscuit in Mrs Claus’ Kitchen. Free-from options are available – just let us know when arriving in the kitchen
Are there special effects?
Yes! Expect twinkling lights, sounds, scents, and a dash of festive sparkle throughout your journey
Can I celebrate a birthday with Santa?
Absolutely! Drop us an email on tickets@randfarmpark.com for more information
Is Breakfast with Santa available?
We’re afraid not.
I’m being asked lots of questions when buying tickets, what are these for?
Now, that would be giving away too much. Your information will ONLY be shared with Santa Claus himself…
Can i book a group or school visit?
Yes! Families can book up to 10 people together. For schools, businesses or charities please contact Kay on 01673 858904.
What is your cancellation policy?
- Amendments can be made via your online account, so long as it’s at least 24 hours before your booked time and date.
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Please let us know at least 24 hours before your visit if you can’t make it.
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We’ll try our best to reschedule you (subject to space).
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If that’s not possible, you’ll receive a gift voucher worth 50% of your original payment, which you can use towards the same event on another date.
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No cash refunds.
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If you don’t let us know in time, your booking will sadly be lost.
How do I check my booking?
Log in to your online account. Creating an account at booking makes this easy.
Where can I meet Santa in Lincolnshire in 2026?
You can meet Santa at The Real Christmas Experience at Rand Farm Park, near Lincoln, from 28th November to 24th December 2026. Families journey through the magical town of Merryjingle before enjoying a personalised visit to Santa’s grotto, where children can choose a present from his secret Toy Shop.
Does The Real Christmas Experience include admission to Rand Farm Park?
Yes. Christmas Experience tickets also include admission to Rand Farm Park, where families can enjoy indoor play areas, meet the farm animals and take part in selected farm activities during their visit.