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A Christmas Journey at Old MacDonald’s Farm & Fun Park

Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 5AY

21st November - 24th December

Step into this Wonderland....

We have created a very special Christmas Journey for you to make some amazing magical memories together. There’s so much to see and so much to do at Old MacDonald’s Farm this Winter!

Whether you are trying to track down all of the missing Gingerbreads, riding on one of our awesome rides or enjoying our Farms attractions or festive shows, you are going to love this year’s Christmas event at OMD’s.

Let the journey begin....!!!

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Opening Times

Starting on Friday 21st November

Open each Friday, Saturday & Sunday

10.00 - 17.00

From Friday 12th to Wednesday 24th December

Open Daily

10.00 - 17.00

Prices

Please see website for ticket options.

Facilities

Café

Car Parking

Picnic Site

Baby Changing

Disabled Access

Toilets

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6th - 24th Dec

Santa Specials at Colne Valley Miniature Railway

Take a short diesel train ride to visit Santa in his parlour, after that visit the workshop where children can choose their gift.

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4th Dec 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Passholder Shopping Evening at Colchester Zoo

Join us for our late night Christmas Passholder Shopping events on Thursday 6th November & Thursday 4th December 2025!

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28th Nov - 29th Dec

Enchanted Trail of Light at Colchester Zoo

Enjoy a magical journey along a 1 mile route, featuring a BRAND NEW 40m light tunnel with over 20,000 lights, and NEW animal sculptures, all put together by our creative in-house events team!

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22nd Nov - 24th Dec

The Santa Experience at Colchester Zoo

Step into Santa’s magical world located within the Zoo…

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30th Dec - 2nd Jan

2K Bobble Hat Run at the Nuclear Wild Forest Outdoor Activity Centre

Beat the post Christmas cabin fever and join us for a 2K woodland obstacle run, it’s a relaxed, fun vibe.

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Nuclear Wild Forest Outdoor Activity Centre

Nuclear Wild Forest is a unique outdoor obstacle and activity centre located in Brentwood that offers muddy fun for all!

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Clacton Pier

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