Christmas at Discovery Land
This Winter, join us on our Christmas trail for a festive musical adventure like no other in the great outdoors.
Follow Fern, Timber and Pebble through 12 fun filled stops, uncovering Grandmother Nature’s Twelve Days of Christmas song. Sing, play and explore as Discovery Land shines bright this festive season!
'Tis the season for a jingle!
Fern, Timber and Pebble are tuning up their instruments and warming up their voices – because their favourite Christmas song is back! Grandmother Nature has written them a very special version of the Twelve Days of Christmas… and you’re invited to join in the fun!
Follow our seasonal trail through Discovery Land and discover 12 larger-than-life stops. From rustic reindeer and sparkling stars to giant snowflakes and frosty snowmen – every stop has music, magic and festive fun to explore.
Play, Climb and Discover
Designed to spark the imagination of adults and children alike, you’ll explore our sensory play areas, climbing features, interactive challenges and see some of our most beloved Discovery Land features shine in a whole new light.
Don’t forget to capture the magic under our Star Tunnel, snap a photo or two with our Giant Wreath Rainbow or Festive Giant’s Chair, and, of course, hop aboard Father Christmas’ Sleigh!
Outdoor Fun for all the Family
Whether you’re belting out the chorus, admiring the view or posing for a festive family photo, this trail is designed to bring seasonal cheer to all the family.
So dust off those vocal cords, wrap up warm and let the music guide you through a world of wonder.
Sing loud, shine bright, and make magical memories with us on our Christmas trail!
Discovery Land is an outdoor family nature trail, taking you through ancient woodland, green pastures, meadows and around our lakes. Throughout the walk, you’ll find plenty to entertain your young ones, from adventure play, treehouses, balance beams and climbing frames, to educational prompts and seasonal displays.
Ticket Information
The Winter Trail runs from Saturday 21st November until Monday 4th January.
Peak Admission
Pre-Booked Online
£10 per person + 50p booking fee
On The Door
£11 per person
Senior Admission 60+
Pre-Booked Online: £7.50 + 50p booking fee
On The Door: £8.50
Peak dates include all weekends and the school holiday period from 12th December to the 3rd January.
Closed 25th – 27th December and 1st January.
Tickets required for all aged 2+. On the door entry subject to availability. The Winter Trail closes at 5pm Monday – Saturday, 4:30pm on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Off-Peak Admission
Pre-Booked Online
£8 per person + 50p booking fee
On The Door
£9 per person
Senior Admission 60+
Pre-Booked Online: £7.50 + 50p booking fee
On The Door: £8.50
Off-Peak dates include weekdays from the 23rd November to the 11th December.
Tickets required for all aged 2+. On the door entry subject to availability. The Winter Trail closes at 5pm Monday – Saturday, 4:30pm on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the trail?
We would recommend allowing at least two to three hours when visiting Discovery Land. You’re welcome to move at your own pace, lingering longer at certain points throughout the walk – with many of our visitors spending a whole day with us!
Is the Winter Trail outdoors?
The whole trail is outdoors, so wrap up warm and get ready for a festive day out in nature!
Is the Winter Trail an evening lights trail?
Whilst we will have some of our beloved features twinkling all day in true festive style, the Winter Trail will not be running into the evening for a light trail experience.
Visiting with dogs
Sorry, dogs are not permitted at Discovery Land.
What age is Discovery Land suitable for?
Facilities
Toilets and baby-changing facilities are available at Discovery Land.
Food & Drink
Just inside the entrance to Discovery Land, you’ll find our Discovery Land Café. Serving chilled and hot drinks, ice-cream, snacks and marshmallows for roasting over our fire pit (Seasonal). Here on the Priory Farm Estate, you’ll also find our Garden Room Café (located within the Garden Centre), our Shepherd’s Hut Café (located outside our Farm Shop) and our Farm Shop, where you can pick up lots of delicious items to enjoy!
Wheelchair Users
There is very limited access for wheelchairs, therefore it will probably be necessary to stay around the main entrance area. To reflect this limited access, we do not charge for wheelchair users.
Ticket Cancellations
Discovery Land tickets are non refundable. As per our booking terms, you are welcome to transfer your booking to an alternative date subject to an Account being set up with us upon booking. Please see below for further details.
Ticket Alterations
Tickets can be transferred to another date free of charge, only if you created an Account when booking. Please note tickets can only be moved to another date within the same event category, and are subject to availability. Login to your Account here.
School Trips
Planning a school trip? We have advice on how to arrange your trip to Discovery Land. For School Booking enquiries, please click here.
Please note that unfortunately we don’t currently have any undercover/indoor space for hire, but our team can help you all you get the most out of your special visit!
Carer Admission
Children with disabilities may bring a carer free of charge (1 complimentary adult admission per paying child ticket). Carer tickets can be selected upon checkout. On the day of your visit, please ensure to bring a valid carer’s ID or blue badge.
Groups & Parties
Tickets for groups of up to 30 guests can be purchased online through our standard booking system. Please note that we do not currently offer group discounts, and all tickets are available at the listed admission rates. If you would like to add any extra experiences to your visit, please enquire below and our team will be happy to assist. To enquire, please click here.
Feeding the Fish
Fish/Duck Food is £1.50 per bag, available upon entry. Our fish are on a strict controlled diet, therefore please only use fish food available from our Farm. Please note fish food is not available throughout Halloween and the Winter months.
What if it rains?
Discovery Land is open come rain or shine. We would always recommend keeping an eye on the weather forecast and coming prepared with wellies and your brolly!
Professional Photo Shoots
Photos of Discovery Land may be taken by our professional photographer throughout the year for marketing purposes. Sign will be on display at the entrance on these select dates. If you and your family prefer not to be photographed, please inform the Discovery Land team at the Check-In desk upon arrival.
Any photographs taken by visitors to Discovery Land shall be for personal use only and shall not be published, sold, used for commercial purposes, lodged with photographic libraries or like purposes without prior consent of Priory Farm Estate Limited.
Do you offer SEND sessions?
We don’t currently offer dedicated SEND sessions at Discovery Land. However, our 40-acre outdoor setting offers plenty of space to explore at your own pace, with quieter areas where families can take a break from the busier parts of the trail.
For a significantly quieter visit, we recommend coming first thing in the morning or during off-peak times, when Discovery Land is generally calmer.
As Discovery Land is set within a natural outdoor environment, some areas of the trail have hilly, uneven or bumpy ground, and access for wheelchairs is very limited. Wheelchair users may therefore find it most suitable to stay around the main entrance and Village Green area. We do not charge admission for wheelchair users to reflect these access limitations.
If you have specific accessibility or SEND requirements, please get in touch with us before visiting so we can help you understand what to expect.
Need to make a change to your booking?
As per our booking terms, you are welcome to transfer your booking to an alternative date subject to an account being set up with us upon booking. Date changes subject to ticket availability.