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COT’s Rare Breeds Centre

Registered Charity No. 291662

Canterbury Oast Trust

A Truly Magical Christmas

Santas Grotto Christmas
22 Nov 2025 - 24 Dec 2025
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Meet Father Christmas in our magical grotto

Santa’s Grotto will open on Saturday, November 22nd and will be welcoming visitors every weekend until Christmas. It will also be open on Monday, December 22nd through to Wednesday, December 24th, for those last magical visits before the big day.

Christmas elves on the farm
Picture of Santa and elves in a Santa's grotto performance
Child with parent meeting Santa in Santa's Grotto.

Rare Breeds Christmas: a farm full of festive cheer

Santa’s elves arrive early to sprinkle their magic around the farm, filling every corner with twinkling lights and festive cheer, transforming the whole farm into a winter wonderland, full of seasonal sparkle and enchantment.

Our cattle barn becomes a glittering Santa’s Grotto, where families can enjoy daily shows featuring Father Christmas himself, along with his cheerful band of elves. Our Children’s Barn will be beautifully decorated too, with glowing lights and a stunning Christmas tree.

Children's barn at Christmas
Picture of children playing in eco-friendly fake snow on the farm at Christmas
Picture of chidren petting a rabbit in the Childrens Barn at Christmas

Seasonal activities for all ages

Families can enjoy a full day of seasonal fun with festive entertainment, a Plant Your Own Christmas Tree activity, Snowman Bowling and magical experiences for all ages, all set within the enchanting atmosphere of our Christmas-themed farm.

Take part in our 12 Day of Christmas themed trail, use the clues to collect all the letters to spell out a festive word, tell our Gift Shop staff the word to recieve a sweet treat!

A professional photographer will be available to capture that special moment when your little ones meet Father Christmas. However, you are also very welcome to take your own photos during your visit.

 

Children doing a Christmas craft activity on the farm
Girl with a purple cow in snowy field
A shetland pony at Christmas on the farm

SEN grotto sessions available too

We are also offering several SEN-friendly grotto sessions, designed to provide a more relaxed experience. These sessions have fewer visitors and a quieter atmosphere, making them ideal for those who may benefit from a calmer environment.

Tickets are on sale now!

You can now book your tickets for both our You can now book your tickets for both our standard and SEN grotto sessions. Don’t miss out on a truly magical Christmas experience at the farm!

Normal day tickets can still be purchased for theses days if you do not wish to see the Grotto show or meet Father Christmas.

Picture of snowman with red scarf and top hat
Picture of Christmas drinks in the restaurant
Christmas in the Granary Restaurant

More about Christmas season on the farm

22 Nov 2025 - 24 Dec 2025
Book today!