Gruffalo and Child

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"All was quiet in the deep dark wood…" not for long!

The Gruffalo & Child will be making personal appearances at intervals throughout the day on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September 2026, and the best part? It's all included in your Farm Park Day Ticket!

He has terrible tusks and terrible claws, knobbly knees and turned-out toes – The Gruffalo is one of the most iconic characters in children's literature. And this time, The Gruffalo & Child are coming along too for the adventure. Whether your little ones are lifelong fans or just discovering the stories for the first time, this is the perfect excuse for a wonderful family day out.

This is a ticket-only event, with appearances taking place at intervals throughout the day. Come for The Gruffalo & Child, stay for a full day of farm fun! Your ticket also gives you access to everything Walby has to offer, including:

Cumbria's largest Indoor Adventure Play Barn
Milecastle62 – all-weather undercover play
The Animal Barn – animal encounters, pony grooming, ferret racing and more
Outdoor play areas, pedal go-karts, crazy golf and more

Don't forget your camera as there will be opportunities to take photos during your visit!

The Gruffalo & Child are sure to be popular – book early to avoid missing out!

Annual Pass holders, please log in to your account to book your space in the usual way.

Please note: 'Meet and Greet' sessions run at intervals throughout the day. Times will be allocated on arrival.