Book soft play tickets for a relaxed countryside family day out near Barnard Castle
Book Thorpe Farm Centre tickets for a relaxed countryside day out near Barnard Castle, set on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and Teesdale. This much-loved rural destination brings together soft play, animal paddocks, adventure play, food, shopping and open countryside in one welcoming family-friendly setting.
Families with younger children can book soft play tickets and enjoy a space designed for ages 0 - 12, with easy facilities for parents, babies and pushchairs. Beyond soft play, visitors can explore the Animal Paddocks and Heritage Woods, enjoy fresh air, browse the farm shop and gift areas, or stop for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake at the Courtyard Café and Restaurant.
Thorpe Farm Centre is also a strong choice for multi-generational visits. It works for children who need active play, parents who want an easy day out, grandparents looking for a relaxed meet-up, and friends or couples who want countryside food, shopping and a slower pace.
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Trusted by 10,000,000 FamiliesA Thorpe Farm Centre Soft Play ticket gives families access to the soft play area at Thorpe Farm Centre, with the wider site offering café, shopping, countryside surroundings and family facilities.
The soft play ticket is ideal for younger children who need indoor play, especially on rainy days or when families want a simple, structured activity as part of a wider countryside visit.
Thorpe Farm Centre is built around easy countryside time. It is not just a quick soft play stop - it is a relaxed rural destination where families can play, eat, browse, meet friends and enjoy the outdoors at their own pace.
The soft play is the main ticketed activity on this page, making it a strong option for younger children aged 0 - 12. It gives kids a safe space to climb, play and burn off energy, while parents can plan a wider visit around food, shopping and time outdoors.
Thorpe Farm Centre is set at Greta Bridge, near Barnard Castle, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and Teesdale.
It combines soft play, food, shopping, outdoor space and countryside charm, making it a flexible day out for families who want more than one activity in a single visit.
The ticketed soft play session is designed for children aged 0 - 12, giving younger visitors a safe, active indoor space to climb, play and explore.
It is a useful option for rainy days, colder weather, birthday treats or easy family meet-ups where children need something active to do.
Thorpe Farm Centre gives families the chance to enjoy fresh air and reconnect with the countryside.
The Animal Paddocks and Heritage Woods offer a slower outdoor element to the visit, while the Adventure Park adds extra play value for families spending longer on site.
Special days:
24 December 2026: 09:00 - 14:00
25 December 2026: Closed
26 December 2026: Closed
31 December 2026: 09:00 - 14:00
1 January 2027: Closed
Closing times may vary, so families should check before travelling.
Thorpe Farm Centre
Thorpe Farm, Greta Bridge, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 9TY, England
Tel: 01833627242
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Last updated: 14:58 04/08/2026
Most asked questions relating to Thorpe Farm Centre.
A Thorpe Farm Centre ticket gives access to the selected ticketed activity, which is listed as Thorpe Farm Centre Soft Play. Families can also use on-site facilities including toilets, baby changing, accessible toilets and food areas. The wider site includes animal paddocks, Heritage Woods, adventure play, café, farm shop, gift shop and shopping areas.
