All of our events, including The Christmas Experience, are only held at Strawberry Fields Lifton. We do not hold any events at our Buckfastleigh, Exeter, Dartmoor or Aller Cross sites.
The Christmas Experience
Join us for a magical Christmas Farm Trail,
guided by your very own elf!
At Strawberry Fields Lifton, PL16 0DH
This year at Strawberry Fields, we’re celebrating the season with our enchanting Christmas Farm Trail. Father Christmas and his merry elves will be spreading festive cheer throughout the farm, bringing the magic of Christmas alive in our Christmas Experience event!
Your festive journey begins at Santa’s Stables, where little ones can make their own reindeer food and toast marshmallows by the fire. Next, enjoy Elf Martin’s dazzling magic show before strolling through Frosty’s Farmyard to meet our friendly animals on the way to see Santa himself!
After meeting Santa, your guided tour will finish — but the fun doesn’t stop there. You’ll be free to explore our enchanting Christmas Street at your own pace, featuring a Post Office, Sweet Shop, Toy Workshop, and Train Station. Here you can also enjoy hot drinks, delicious homemade food, and festive treats before hopping on the tractor trailer ride back to the farm shop.
Christmas Experience Map
Use the map to collect the stamps throughout the experience and don't forget to complete the tasks along the way!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Which site is THE CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE located at?
Where should we park?
There is ample free parking available on site. Signage will be available on the day to direct you, disabled parking is also available.
how do I check in?
On arrival please follow the lights and gingerbread men from the car park up to our Christmas Experience event site.
Guests must arrive at the entrance 5 minutes before their booked time (e.g., For 11am bookings, please be at the entrance by 10:55am). Latecomers may risk not being admitted and may not be able to join their group.
How long can we stay at The Christmas Experience?
The Christmas Experience lasts approx 2.5-3 hours. However you can stay as long as you like!
The first 2 hours of the experience is guided by your own magical elf, then you’re free to explore the barn, enjoy food & drink, and hop on the tractor ride back to the farm shop.
Can i have a refund / change my tickets?
All pre-purchased tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to other time slots or dates. PLEASE make sure you have the correct date and time slot booked as no amendments can be made after check out.
Do you accept cash?
Our event is cashless with CARD PAYMENT ONLY to provide a fast, convenient and secure payment method. Cash is accepted in the farm shop and restaurant.
What should I wear?
This is a rain, shine (or snow!) event - so please be sure to dress to the weather! As we are a farm we advise everyone should have wellies/sensible footwear on and we would recommend old clothes or waterproofs for the children (incase of rain) - just so they can have the best fun!
Do you offer carers tickets?
Complimentary Carer Tickets are available for many of our events throughout the year; however, we are not offering complimentary Carer Tickets for our Christmas Experience.
This is due to the unique nature and higher delivery costs of this particular event, which is reflected in the ticket price. We have worked hard to keep our prices as competitive as possible given the scale of the experience, and we’re confident it offers great value.
We understand the important role carers play in supporting guests with additional needs or disabilities, and we appreciate your understanding.
Are dogs allowed?
Unfortunately no dogs are allowed inside the Christmas Experience event.
Is the event wheelchair / push chair friendly?
The Christmas Experience takes place mainly on woodchip-covered ground, which can be uneven and may make access more challenging for wheelchair users and pushchairs and can become muddy depending on the weather conditions. Visitors with mobility requirements should be aware that some areas may be difficult to navigate, particularly after wet weather.
Please email our events team at info@strawberryfieldslifton.co.uk to discuss options for wheelchair users as some elements may be restricted
do I need to book a table for the restaurant?
The restaurant gets very busy during our events, so we recommend booking a table to avoid disappointment. You can book a table here. There is also plenty of food options available at the Christmas Experience site.
Can I leave THE CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE and re-enter?
Unfortunately, due to this being a group event, re-entry to the event is not permitted once you leave. If you have restaurant reservations, please arrange them either before or after your visit to The Christmas Experience.
what is included in the ticket price?
Tickets includes; full access to Christmas Experience, meet Santa Claus, a cup of hot chocolate or mulled wine per person, tractor sleigh ride, elf magic show, map with pencil, winter wonderland trail, creation of your own reindeer food, letter to Santa, a special gift from our elves (per paid child), nativity scene including our farm animals and plenty of photo opportunities throughout!
Who needs a ticket?
Children under 1 year old can attend The Christmas Experience free of charge and do not require a ticket, please note that they will NOT receive a gift from Santa.
All other guests will need a valid ticket for entry.
This event is recommended for children up to age 13, though age suitability is at parents’ discretion. Children aged 12 and over who do not require a present can purchase an adults ticket. Otherwise, they will require a Children's ticket.
Do you offer nhs/blue light discount?
No, we do not offer NHS or Blue Light discount, or any other concessions.
Do you offer group discount?
No, we do not offer discount for group bookings. If you would like to visit with a large group, please book tickets via our website as normal.
I have a dietary requirement, will there be food available?
Yes, we can cater for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free dietary requirements. However, please be aware that gluten is used in our kitchen, so we cannot guarantee that there will be no cross-contamination. We do have safety measures in place to minimise the risk of cross-contamination, and our team takes great care when preparing meals for guests with dietary requirements.