Once Upon a Dinosaur: February Half-Term Fun at Fairytale Farm

West Oxfordshire

Type:Childrens Events

Fairytale Farm, Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5QH

Tel: 01608238014

Once Upon a Dinosaur

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February Half-Term

Step back in time this February half-term for a dino-mite family adventure! Once Upon a Dinosaur returns to Fairytale Farm from Saturday 14th to Sunday 22nd February with life-sized dinosaurs, dancing dinosaurs, adorable dino hatchlings, hands-on activities and a brand-new Prehistoric Sprint challenge.


Meet our Dino Trainer Ranger and her cheeky raptor hatchling, say hello to Trixi the baby Triceratops, and show off your moves with Darcey the T-Rex at the Dino Disco. Along the way, explore our Dinosaur Timeline, tackle dino trivia puzzles, dig for fossils in the Dino Dig, and complete fun challenges across the park.

What's included (with standard admission):

Dinosaur Timeline – travel through time and discover amazing dino facts
Dino Trivia Trail – crack the prehistoric puzzles
Dino Valley – meet our resident life-size dinos (perfect photo moment!)
Dino Dig – uncover fossils and become a junior palaeontologist
Dino Trainer Ranger & raptor hatchling – a must-meet duo
Meet Trixi the baby Triceratops – our adorable new arrival
Dance with Darcey the T-Rex + Dino Disco – learn the Dino Stomp
Prehistoric Sprint – which species is the fastest? Take the challenge!
Jurassic Trail challenges – explore the park and complete activities
Dino Crafts with Creation Station – make your own dino masterpiece
Dino face painting (additional charge)
Dino fancy dress welcome!
Arrive in your best dino-themed outfit and receive a sweet treat on arrival.

Tickets
No special tickets are required—simply book standard admission online for your chosen day.

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Opening Times

Season (14 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00

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