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COT’s Rare Breeds Centre

Registered Charity No. 291662

Canterbury Oast Trust

A Truly Magical Christmas

Christmas on the farm - a child in a bobble hat watching a Christmas performance.
28 Nov 2026 - 23 Dec 2026
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It may be a heatwave outside, but we’re busy preparing for the most magical time of the year!

Step into the magic of Christmas at the Rare Breeds Centre and make memories to treasure all season long!

Meet Father Christmas and his cheerful team of elves

Our festive celebrations on the farm, begin on Saturday 28th November and run every weekend right up to Christmas. The magic continues from Saturday 19th December to Wednesday 23rd December, giving families plenty of chances to squeeze in those final, truly special visits before the big day.

Rare Breeds Christmas: a farm full of festive cheer

As December approaches, Santa’s elves arrive early to sprinkle their festive magic across the farm. Twinkling lights, cosy decorations and seasonal cheer transform every corner into a sparkling winter wonderland filled with warmth, wonder and excitement.

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

Enjoy our brand new winter wonderland walkthrough and Christmas show!

Your festive adventure begins as a cheerful elf greets you and leads you down our enchanting winter wonderland walkway. At the end of the journey, little ones can test their aim with some festive fabric snowball throwing before stepping into our Cattle Barn, beautifully transformed into a glittering Christmas haven.

Families can then relax and enjoy a heart-warming festive show starring Father Christmas, his joyful team of elves, and a delightful craft activity where children can create a special Christmas keepsake. Each child will also receive a beautiful gift from Santa himself, a truly magical moment to remember.

Don’t forget to visit the Children’s Barn, which will be dressed to impress with glowing lights and a stunning Christmas tree, the perfect backdrop for festive photos and magical moments together.

 

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

Enjoy festive treats in our Granary Restaurant

Make sure to visit our Granary Restaurant, for a festive treat, with homemade Christmas themed cakes, a delicious selection of Costa Coffee winter drinks and more!

There will be plenty of extra activities happening throughout the Christmas season, with more festive surprises still to be announced. Be sure to check back soon to see what’s in store!

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

SEN Christmas show sessions available too

We are also offering several SEN-friendly Christmas show 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. For guests who may find the winter wonderland walkthrough overwhelming, calmer alternative routes to the show seating area are available.

Tickets are on sale now!

Be an early bird and book your tickets now! 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!

28 Nov 2026 - 23 Dec 2026
Book today!