Christmas Tree Farm
Orpington, Kent · Farm Park
The bit you came for
Our verdict
Kids
8.2/10
Age Fit 9 · Fun Factor 8
Parents
6.9/10
Sanity Preservation 8 · Value 7
Properly good for little ones, though it’s more farm than day-long attraction.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Christmas Tree Farm is a straightforward family farm park in Kent: mostly outdoors, easy to walk round, and built around getting close to the animals. Reviews mention tame animals, feed buckets, and a layout that’s simple enough for small children to manage without too much parental herding. The big wins are the friendly animals, the value in winter, and the practical bits parents notice: free parking, good hand-washing facilities, plenty of places to sit, and an on-site café with food including vegan ice cream. It sounds like a decent, low-fuss outing where younger children can feed, pet and learn without the usual overblown attractions or silly add-ons. It’s not perfect. The car park is small, the whole place is mainly outdoors on grass and gravel, and one review suggests wheelchairs may struggle. A couple of visitors also complained about rude staff and rising prices, especially when there were fewer animals around, so it may feel less good value at peak times. Go for the animals, not for bells and whistles.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
A simple, hands-on farm visit where young children can feed and stroke friendly animals. Free parking, decent hand-washing and a small café make it easy for parents. Best for toddlers and preschoolers; older children may find it a bit thin on thrills.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Indoor / outdoor mix
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Likely OK
Outdoor venues like this usually allow dogs on leads — call ahead to confirm.
Pram-friendly?
Yes
Pram-friendly throughout — easy access on main paths.
Baby change?
Yes
Baby change facilities on site.
Food on-site & BYO
Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.
Locate it
Orpington, Kent
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is it good for toddlers?
Yes, very much so — reviewers call it perfect for younger children and 3-year-olds.
Can children feed the animals?
Yes. You can buy buckets of food and feed most of the animals.
Is there a café or food on site?
Yes, there’s a small café/tea room serving food, chips, ice cream and even vegan options.
Is parking free?
Yes, parking is free, though the car park is not very big.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"Perfect for young kids"
"No other gimics or over priced tat"
"a proper farm"