The Ice Cream Farm Tattenhall Play Attraction Cheshire

What makes us a great choice for education

The Ice Cream Farm is the UK’s only ice cream-themed attraction. Holding the Guiness World Record for the World’s Largest Ice Cream Shop.

The Ice Cream Farm is fun for all ages – safe for Toddlers to explore, as well as fun for those aged 7 and above in The Loft gaming arcade area where they can try and beat the highscores.

The Ice Cream Farm was the winner of the 2023 Marketing Cheshire Resilience and Innovation award and is also finalist for the 2024 Large Visitor Attraction of the Year and Team of the Year awards.

Accreditation and Awards

No education accreditations but is RoSPA certified for indoor and outdoor play and have a 5-star Food Hygiene rating from the FSA.

What is typically included on our school trips

We offer an imaginative and inclusive environment for children to explore. Suitable for pre-school, primary school and Special Educational Need schools. We hope to help teachers find non-traditional ways of engaging with the curriculum through play.

Our school and group booking packages are available during the Cheshire West and Chester term times only and must be pre-booked. There’s a maximum capacity of group bookings per day so visitors are able to enjoy a safe and extraordinary experience.

We have three package options.

Option A 

Includes:

• Entry Ticket for admission into The Ice Cream Farm
• Unlimited play during your visit on Daisy’s Garden outdoor play area
• A scoop of ice cream in a waffle cone or tub

Option B 

Includes:

• Entry Ticket for admission into The Ice Cream Farm
• Unlimited play during your visit on Daisy’s Garden outdoor play area
• A scoop of ice cream in a waffle cone or tub
• Entry into one of the following attractions – Golf /Gemstone Cove / Fun Factory (soft play) / Honeycomb Canyon (sand & water play area) / Loft (arcades games area 7 years and above)

Option C 

Includes:

• Entry Ticket for admission into The Ice Cream Farm
• Unlimited play during your visit on Daisy’s Garden outdoor play area
• A scoop of ice cream in a waffle cone or tub
• Entry into two of the following attractions – Golf /Gemstone Cove / Fun Factory (soft play) / Honeycomb Canyon (sand & water play area) / Loft (arcades games area 7 years and above)

Group Sizes Catered For

Any size

Sometimes we may ask larger groups to split into smaller groups and work around your chosen activities (and lunchroom) on a rotation basis, this is to ensure less time is spent waiting around and more time is spent playing.

Materials, Resources & Information Provided

We do not run any educational sessions. 

Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions

Groups are authorized to photograph and film their own groups only.

Risk Assessment Details

Risk Assessment for chosen attractions are available once booking.

Education Officer Information

Bookings are processed by The Ice Cream Farm’s Customer Service team who can be contacted on info@theicecreamfarm.co.uk or 08001337000

Payment is required by BACS at least 7 days before the visit date.

Pricing Information

The package options range from £6 per child - £11 per child.

Accompanying adults enter The Ice Cream Farm free of charge, but are welcome to purchase an ice cream cone or tub for £3.50. The Ice Cream Farm offer 1 free ice cream per adult for every 8 children that attend on the day of the visit.

Every child in your group that attends The Ice Cream Farm receives a FREE Entry Ticket so that they can visit again.

Clothing Requirements

All members of the group should be prepared for the British weather!

The Ice Cream Farm is open 362 days a year rain or shine, and to make the most of your visit it is recommended that you dress for the weather.

This means sun hats and sun cream on the sunny days and wellies and raincoats on the rainy days.

It is recommended that children always wear socks.

First Aid Information

The Ice Cream Farm always has a qualified first aider on site.

Available Facilities

Shop – pocket money range available for as little as £2.50

Indoor restaurant

Outdoor food outlet

Toilets

Coach parking

Outdoor picnic benches

Indoor lunch room available to hire - seats 30 children. (£20 for one hour)

Accessibility & Disabled Facilities

Team have an awareness of SEN

Whole site is wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the loft which is upstairs with no lift access.

Multiple disabled toilets, but no hoist facilities.

The Ice Cream Farm makes every effort to ensure all our attractions and other facilities are accessible to as many of our visitors as possible. 

However The Loft and our party rooms, including The Ice Cave, are located upstairs with no lift access. We are happy to discuss alternative arrangements or if you require more information, please contact our team on 0800 133 7000. 

In our central car park we offer a number of disabled spaces on a first come, first served basis for those who are Blue Badge holders. We do ask that the owner of the blue badge be present in the vehicle when parking.

Opening Hours & Information

Open every day expect Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

Opening times vary throughout the year.

Testimonials

www.theicecreamfarm.co.uk testimonials on the bottom of the homepage.

Other Information

School and group booking packages are available during the Cheshire West and Chester term times only and must be pre-booked. There’s a maximum capacity of group bookings per day so visitors can enjoy a safe and extraordinary experience.  

When you arrive at The Ice Cream Farm you will be welcomed by the friendly team who will discuss the itinerary for the day. If you have booked more than activity the order in which you do your activities is planned by the team.

The attractions at The Ice Cream Farm are as follows:

Allergy information for ice cream and up to date menus can be found at www.theicecreamfarm.co.uk.

You are more than welcome to request an ice cream pre-order form if this makes planning your visit easier.