Welcome
Busy Barn Mini Farm is a family run children’s farm just outside the beautiful village of Dunmore East, only 15 minutes drive from Waterford City and Tramore.
It provides a fun, educational and great value day out for adults and children alike, whatever the weather.
Busy Barn Mini Farm has lots to keep the kids occupied – meet the animals, have fun outside, or discover the indoor play area.
We can’t wait to meet you!
The Cullinane Family
SANTA VISITS 2026
Santa Visits – 19th & 20th December
BOOKINGS OPEN 16TH NOVEMBER CALL 086 108 6959
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th December 2026
Following lots of enquiries, we’re delighted to announce that Santa will be visiting The Busy Barn for one very special weekend this Christmas!
Bring the little ones along for a magical festive experience, with a visit to Santa in his grotto, Christmas treats and plenty of time to play.
What’s Included?
- Meet Santa in his Christmas grotto
Write a Letter to Santa and post it in his special postbox
Cadbury Selection Box for each child
90 minutes of fun at The Busy Barn
Capture the Memories – Parents are welcome to take their own photographs with Santa
Dates & Session Times
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th December 2026
Four 90-minute sessions are available each day:
10:00am – 11:30am
12:00pm – 1:30pm
2:00pm – 3:30pm
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Admission Prices
€25 per child | €15 for non-walkers | Adults FREE
How to Book
Bookings open Monday 16th November 2026.
All bookings and payments will be taken over the phone.
Call 086 108 6959 to reserve your place.
IMPORTANT: All Santa visits must be pre-booked and paid for in advance. No walk-ins will be permitted on Saturday 19th or Sunday 20th December, as these dates are exclusively reserved for Santa visits.
Please also note that The Busy Barn will be closed for walk-ins and parties over the weekend of 19th–20th December.
Booking & Cancellation Policy
As places for our Santa visits are limited, we kindly ask that you check your chosen date and time carefully before booking.
Cancellations & Refunds
More than 10 days before your visit: A full refund will be provided.
10 days or less, but more than 24 hours before your visit: A 50% refund will be provided.
24 hours or less before your visit: Unfortunately, no refund can be offered.
Failure to attend: Refunds cannot be provided for missed bookings.
Changing Your Booking
If you need to change your booking date or time, please contact us as soon as possible. We will do our best to accommodate changes, subject to availability.
Bookings may also be transferred to friends or family, provided we are notified in advance.
If We Need to Cancel
In the unlikely event that The Busy Barn has to cancel your Santa visit, a full refund will be provided.
Find Us
The Busy Barn
Lepperstown Cross
Dunmore East, Co. Waterford
X91 D525
Telephone: 086 108 6959
We can’t wait to welcome you and your little ones for a magical Christmas weekend at The Busy Barn!
Indoors
No matter what the weather enjoy the soft play area for kids up to age 12.
We have large climbing frames, ball pools, slides and lots more.
The entire kids area is covered in foam flooring for comfort.
We have a separate area for under fours to ensure safe play for all ages.
NEW! BABY BARN
We are delighted to introduce our new outdoor covered Baby Barn. Full of small slides, low climbing equipment and even a fire truck and school bus! Suitable for under fours.
Outdoors
The outdoor areas at Busy Barn Mini Farm are as exciting as the indoor area!
Our animals and birds in our mini farm are very excited to meet you all! We have a pony, pigs, sheep, goats and Terrance the Turkey likes to show off to visitors. Our ducks and geese will have a great chat with you as you pass by! And the rabbits often have little baby bunnies they like to show off too!
There’s lots to play on: swings, slides and a climbing frame.
We have little tractors and cars to pedal around in.
And our SAND BARN with sand pit, buckets and spades even has a cow for you to practice your milking skills!
We also have an outdoor eating area where the adults can relax with a cuppa, and something nice to eat, from our café while the kids play.
Food & Drink
Relax in our cosy and colourful Wren’s Nest Café next to the indoor soft play with a lovely cup of coffee or tea. Enjoy our delicious homemade cakes, snacks, Morelli ice cream and light lunches. We have indoor and outdoor eating areas.
***ONLY FOOD BOUGHT IN BUSY BARN MAY BE CONSUMED HERE***
Birthday PARTIES, groups & schools
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
We offer two hour Birthday Party packages all year round which include entry to the mini farm and indoor and outdoor play areas, kid’s meal, popcorn, and unlimited cordial for each child.
Price is €16.50 per child for two hour session.
The package also includes an Ice Cream Birthday Cake and free pass gift for the birthday child.
Please note we can’t allow any birthday cakes or food to be brought in for food safety reasons. Thank you for your understanding.
To download PARTY INVITATIONS to print for your guests CLICK HERE.
Party Package Booking T&C’s: Party packages MUST be prebooked in advance and are subject to a €50 non-refundable, non-transferrable deposit. The remaining balance must be paid on the day of the party.
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SCHOOL TOURS
We offer school tour packages which include private use of the mini farm and indoor and outdoor play areas. Please note minimum number for school tours is 20 children.
Package 1 €12 per child – bring your own packed lunch
Package 2 €17 per child – includes hot lunch and juice. (Gluten free options available)
Teachers are free and can enjoy complimentary tea and scones!
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GIFT VOUCHERS
GIFT VOUCHERS
Gift vouchers can be purchased for any amount and make the ideal birthday gift.
Available to purchase at our front desk so easy to buy when dropping your child at a party!
Our vouchers can be redeemed against entry to Busy Barn Mini Farm, or for food and beverages in the café. They cannot be redeemed for cash.
opening hours
AUTUMN 2026:
Open every Saturday & Sunday 10am – 5pm
CLOSED MONDAYS (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS)
No booking required. ***Maximum 2 hour stay****
Thank you for your continued support.
Pricing
ENTRY FEE (For 2 hour slot):
Mini Farm, Indoor & Outdoor Play
Children age 1-12 €10
Children age 13-16 €6
Adults FREE
Tel; +353 (0)861086959
busybarnminifarm@gmail.com
Busy Barn Mini Farm,
Leperstown Cross,
X91 D525,
Co. Waterford
Tel: +353 (0)86 108 6959
Kindly sponsored by WDN