We visited Santa and the Christmas experience today . Elf’s were very jolly and friendly . My 4 year old enjoyed choosing his own gift which was a nice touch . It was sooooo cold though so more heating needed as it was too cold to enjoy as much .

On arriving to Wroxham Barns (a place I had only visited once before nearly 10 years ago) I felt more welcomed than I had previously. Our first timed experience was due to open at 10.30 and it said to be there 15 mins before so we arrived at 10am. We signed in and got our passport and wristbands however when asking for our prepaid animal feed they wanted to charge us. I explained that it was already paid for and it was fine and we moved on. We went for a mooch around the animals before knowing we had to find out where build a teddy was. At 10.15 we queued in a long queue that was let through at just after and realised this queue was for Santa. We were asked to come back in 10 minutes for build a teddy. At this point there weren't many of the other activities open, and a concern was on their signs they all closed at different times for lunch which wasn't explained well. We did try Snow-lympics but there were only my children there so no competition for them. Build a Teddy was a really good experience and I'm pleased I paid the extra for it. Clothes are an extra £11.99. Once we finished this we went back to do the other activities. The wreath making was fab (although not easy even for my 10 and 7 year old). However the writing a letter to santa and the reindeer food took seconds. That's when I regretted my Santa booking for 1.45pm. We had 1.5 hours just to kill after doing all the activities and going to the fun farm and the rides. It was freezing (not getting above 5 celcius). It says all day activity and it isn't. We then finally got our turn to see Santa. Mrs Claus' kitchen was great. Little disappointed Santa was just a photo op and didn't ask what they wanted for Christmas. Also someone had messed up the bookings so there were several families on our list who weren't supposed to be and several families that weren't on the list who were. Us included. It meant they didn't know the special fact about the child and the magic was lost. For future the children should have had names taken when entering and if there was an issue a parent could be pulled to the side and asked. However the toy was great and everyone was accommodating. Just when you spend a lot of money on the Santa experience it really didn't live up to it. I had heard so many amazing things and although the children left happy I left feeling that I didn't quite get my money worth. That, even though we wrapped up, there was no where to get a break from the cold (even the cafe was drafty). I hope you can improve for future visits.

I took my two adult children and six year old grandson to visit Wroxham Barns Christmas Experience yesterday after reading the glowing reports. It’s certainly not the cheapest Santa visit costing almost £100 but I figured it was worth it,going by the advertisement it looked to be a fun day! The weather wasn’t on our side being bitterly cold but we wrapped up warm and as the events would be mostly heated and inside it wouldn’t be an issue… The opening times for each event was sent by email, well done organisers, what it failed to tell us and other people we spoke to on the day that each event would be closed at different times throughout the day leaving us wandering around in the freezing cold trying to find somewhere warm to wait. The queues were long as everyone stood outside waiting for things to reopen. The elf workshop was disappointing, a bag of bits given to us as we entered with instructions left on the table to wrap and decorate a wreath that the adults struggled with and was impossible for a small child to manage! My grandson was also upset that Santa didn’t give him a present, a coin to spend in the shop didn’t impress him and left him upset and confused. I understand the children get something they are more likely to want and saves someone wrapping the gifts but it’s not quite the same. The idea of the experience is good but quite honestly it didn’t meet expectations and in our opinion really not worth the money, we certainly won’t be returning

Santa experience was very good and we had a fun packed time… we had lunch at the cafe just as you enter Wroxham barns. This was not such a good experience. My daughter asked for cheese and beans with a jacket potato. They didn’t tell us they didn’t have beans they just charged for two lots of cheese instead. She didn’t want to cause a fuss, I could not see their logic…Also it was the worst coffee she had ever tasted. I had a vegan pastry nothing special for the price. The girl was pleasant but her false nails were so long she had trouble working in them. The other lady just sat watching on. Not very professional. Could do with abit of training maybe… I’ve been visiting Wroxham Barns since my children were small now I’m with my grandchildren…don’t usually go to the cafe, more the restaurant. Now I know why! Well done Santa experience. We all really enjoyed, plus everything included…

It’s well organised, and clean. Basic needs are met. Many of the pens/paddocks had no animals in, and of course no fowl due to bird flu restrictions. Just glad that we visited on special offer tickets, because would have been very fed up paying full price. Out of season, week day, there was not enough to keep a four year old entertained for more than an hour. No den building (materials but no leader), no play park (closed weekdays) and heating not on in the heated marquee. Worth £5 a head and a half hour drive, not worth more than that.

Arrived early but were promptly seated. Had afternoon tea for 3 my sisters and mum and myself.the spread was lovely. I ordered soup and cheese sarnis as can't have certain foods, soup was to peppery so couldn't eat. Lady waitress was lovely about it and was offered a replacement. The hot chocolate drinks were very nice and my decaffe Mocha was also lovely. Thank you for a pleasant afternoon.

Certainly worth a visit, lots to do when it's a nice day and you make use of the rides and see the animals. Our little girl loves feeding animals so this was our main aim. Sheep, goats, donkeys, Guinea pigs, rabbits, pigs were great to see. Seeing all the recently born lambs was special. 4 rides for small children after this let our girl enjoy herself for a another hour along with mini golf and then we walked around the local shops there before. More expensive than other animal parks but the inclided rides obviously make it make sense after. A 3 hour trip is plenty to do everything unless you stop for lunch.

I had a lovely few hours with my grandson and a friend with her grandson (both around 18 months) at Wroxham Barns today. There were a good selection of animals to see, hear and stroke. The soft play area was great during the drizzle and we enjoyed a ride on the train. There were picnic benches so we could eat our lunch and plenty of wash stations to clean our hands first. We will be back later in the spring. The baby change/disabled toilets could do with updating. There were no straps on the changing table - thankfully my grandson is fairly compliant but I might have struggled. The switches on the heater were also very accessible for little fingers. Otherwise, a fabulous amenity which I visited regularly with my daughters 25+ years ago - long may it last.

Live locally and have 2 young granddaughters. The Farm and Fun Park has proven a popular treat when they visit. and it provides plenty to do to keep them entertained for hours. The staff are well chosen and are polite and patient with the young children.

Went for the day and really enjoyed it. Animals really well kept and polite staff. Just wish we could have had a little longer on the handling sessions. But altogether a really good experience however, some of the prices for food and entry are a little expensive. But recommend :) shops are also really good.