Festive Farm Shops: Your Guide to Christmas Happenings

Farm shops across the countryside transform into blissful beacons of Christmassy delights during the festive period, so what better place to grab some tasty treats for your cosy evening in at one of our gorgeous boltholes (or some last-minute gifts for those that don’t possess a penchant for preparation). The magic of coming together with delicious food and artisanal presents is something truly special and will help you create festive memories that last a lifetime. Read our top recommendations for the best farm shops around this Christmas.
Jolly Nice Farm Shop, Frampton Mansell, near Stroud

Step into the festive wonder of Jolly Nice Farm Shop, where the team have created a dreamland this winter. Float around on their ice rink, then get toasty by the roaring fire and soak up the joyful sounds of live music. Mosey back through the farm shop and pick up some organic cheeses and treat yourself to one (or three!) of their delectable chocolate bombes.
Cottages near Jolly Nice Farm Shop: Rose Cottage, Rodborough, Down Farm Manor, Slad, Locks Cottage, Painswick
Green Dragon Farm Shop, Cowley, near Cheltenham

This petite and pretty shop is full to the brim with local produce, fine wines and stunning floral bouquets. Also home to a collection of exquisitely irreverent homeware and jewellery, it’s the perfect spot to treat your favourite people. You can enjoy some festive wreath making, and if you have whiled away the day indoors, they are offering late night shopping.
Cottages near The Green Dragon Farm Shop: Amber Cottage, Cheltenham, The Other House, near Cheltenham, Granary at Hunt Court, Cheltenham
Daylesford Organic Farm Shop, Kingham, near Moreton-in-Marsh

This glorious farm shop is the brainchild of Bamford Collection founder, Carol Bamford. Daylesford is the ultimate foodie destination, where sustainable, mindful living meets stylish and fabulous feasting. Grab a basket and throw in some organic treats from the Christmas Pantry. Or, you can pick up some beautiful hand embroidered tree decorations.
Cottages near Daylesford: Pilgrim Cottage, Bourton-on-the-Hill, Honeysuckle Cottage, Moreton-in-Marsh, Sage Cottage, Blockley.
Pengethley Farm Shop, Peterstow, Ross-on-Wye

Visit this charming farm shop and expand your culinary horizons by picking up all the trimmings and more. Pengethley Farm Shop champion local suppliers and celebrate some national staples. Combine your visit with an upliftingly frosty walk and trundle back to your cosy bolthole with bags full of goodies. There are options for everyone!
Cottages near Pengethley Farmshop: Outshot Barn, Hay-on-Wye, Upper Lodge, Kentchurch, Beaufort Farmhouse, near Kentchurch
Hanley Farm Shop, near Chepstow

Hanley Farm Shop is nestled just between the Wye Valley and The Forest of Dean, on the Chepstow border. Not just a humble farm and shop, Hanley is also home to an enchanting café. So even if you don’t fall for the local delights that fill the shop, you’ll struggle to pull yourself away from the Christmas Baileys flavoured coffee and traditional marshmallow covered hot chocolate.
Cottages near Hanley Farm Shop: Deer Park Farmhouse, Forest of Dean, Wallhope Retreat, Chepstow