Back for a second year... Late Night Pumpkin Sessions at Ernespie Farm!  Gather together on Friday 23rd October from 5.30-8.30pm for a cosy autumn evening filled with all the things we love about this time of year - pumpkins, live music, good drinks and great company. Whether you're bringing the kids, getting together with friends, or looking for something a little different for an autumn date night, come and soak up the wholesome farm vibes as the sun goes down and the pumpkin patch comes alive under the lights.  On the night, you can look forward to: 🎃  Picking under the lights - wander through our homegrown pumpkin patch and choose your very own pumpkin to take home.  🎶  Live music - enjoy live music from Bruce McKenzie throughout the evening and settle into those cosy autumn vibes.  🍹 Cocktails & drinks - something a little more grown-up to enjoy while you soak up the atmosphere.  🍦  Sweet treats from the Gelato Hut - as well as our award winning gelato, try out some seasonal sweet treats and marshmallow toasting (its a perfectly delicious reason to visit)  🔥  Cosy Autumn atmosphere - pumpkins, twinkling lights, marshmallow toasting, good food and drinks, live music and all the best bits of the season.  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Something for everyone - a relaxed evening for all, families, couples and groups of friends alike.  ✨  Soft play for the little ones  - let the little ones run off some energy, softly will be open after hours so there's something for everyone to enjoy. Your Ticket includes: Entry to our Late Night Pumpkin Session Access to our pumpkin patch and a homegrown pumpkin to take home Access to our pumpkin carving barn Live Music from Bruce McKenzie Indoor Soft Play for the little ones Tickets are £13.50 per person and include a pumpkin.  Family bundles are also available. Come along, pick your pumpkin, grab a drink, enjoy something sweet and settle in for an evening of good music, good company and seriously good autumn vibes.  🍂🎃 Pre- booking is essential

Pumpkin Patch Sessions at Ernespie Farm - Better Than Ever! We’ve been counting down the days, and it’s finally here - our BIGGEST EVER Pumpkin Patch ! 🌟 We can’t wait to welcome you for some autumn farm fun. Pumpkin Picking is one of our favourite times of year and we’ve been growing our gorgeous pumpkins since way back in April. Now they’re ready for you to choose your perfect one! So pull on your wellies, zip up your waterproof, and join us for a day packed with pumpkin picking, carving stations, fun games, and plenty of fun photo spots to capture those autumn memories. What’s Included?  One homegrown pumpkin of your choice (ticket dependant)  Use of carving & decorating stations Plenty of fun photo opportunities and Autumn games for making memories Important Information Before Booking! Play not included  Anyone attending must have a ticket (adults and kids) Outdoor Play & Soft Play Why not add on tickets to our epic Outdoor Play area? (Open 10am–5pm) - perfect for the whole family! Bounce on our giant pillows, race around on pedal carts, and zoom down our converted Combine Harvester slide! We’ve also got lots of friendly animals for you to meet - say hello to our donkeys, emu, alpacas, guinea pigs, pygmy goats, rabbits, and more… they can’t wait to meet you!  Want to add some indoor fun?  Soft Play tickets can be bought on the day (subject to availability). Ernespie Farmhouse Kitchen Worked up an appetite? Our spacious Farmhouse Kitchen serves delicious hot food until 3:45pm, made with locally sourced ingredients – including beef from our own cows. We cater for a wide range of dietary needs, so just ask if you have any questions! Top tip: Visiting as a group of 8 or more? Book ahead to secure your spot. Gelato Hut  Cool off at our Gelato Hut, serving delicious homemade artisan gelato, made using fresh milk from our herd of pedigree holstein dairy cows. Open daily 12pm-5pm, choose your flavour - it's the perfect treat to complete your trip to Ernespie. Farm Shop Don’t leave without exploring our beautiful Farm Shop - brimming with foodie favourites, children’s toys, books, clothes, seasonal gifts, and cards. It’s the perfect place to treat yourself this Autumn. Important Info This ticket does not include entry to the play areas. Outdoor play tickets can be added at the checkout (at a discounted rate), soft play tickets can be purchased on the day (subject to availability) Children must be supervised at all times. Booking is strongly advised - entry without a ticket is not guaranteed. Refunds only if the event is cancelled by Ernespie Farm. This is an outdoor event - please dress for the weather. Membership ticket holders must have a valid membership on the day of the event.

Something big is about to ignite at Ernespie Farm this Autumn! Our sell out bonfire night is BACK for 2026 with some awesome new updates! Bring the whole family along for an evening of cosy autumn fun. We’ll have the bonfire crackling, the atmosphere buzzing, and plenty of food to keep everyone warm - new menu for 2026! For the grown-ups, our fully licensed bar will be serving beer and wine too!  And this year, there’s something extra special… Bruce McKenzie will be entertaining us with LIVE music throughout the evening! It's going to be the perfect night out with friends and family. This is a firework-free event (to keep our animals safe), which also means it’s dog-friendly, four-legged friends are welcome in our outdoor seating area.  ✨ What’s included in your ticket: Free access for children to our Soft Play (open from 5.30pm to 7pm). Bonfire lighting at 7pm for the perfect autumn night glow. Food and drinks available to purchase on the night A fun range of sparklers and other light up gifts available to purchase Access to the gelato hut, serving artisan gelato and a delicious menu of sweet treats.  So wrap up warm, bring your family (and maybe the dog too!), and join us for an evening of good food, laughter, and seasonal cheer. Let’s make this year’s Bonfire & Boogie at Ernespie Farm another night to remember!  Event notes: Soft Play and the rest of the building will close from 5pm–5.30pm for set-up. Members must hold a valid, pre-bought membership on the evening of the event. Children must be supervised at all times.

Join us for a delicious Steak Night at Ernespie Farm!  Enjoy the rich flavours of home-reared beef, freshly prepared and cooked to perfection. Savour tender, juicy steaks sourced from our own farm, ensuring the highest quality and taste.  Whether you like your steak rare or well-done, we’ve got you covered.  Come hungry and bring your appetite for a memorable dining experience straight from the farm to your plate! Ernespie Farm is the perfect setting to indulge in grass fed quality beef that’s been carefully raised and nurtured by us.  Enhance your evening with our curated cocktails, to perfectly compliment your evening.  Come and experience the warmth of Scottish hospitality, relaxed surroundings and the very best of farm-to-table dining.  Choose from a selection of starters, your choice of steak cooked just the way you like it, and then treat yourself to a delicious dessert! 3 courses £40   2 courses £35 £5 deposit per person on booking, this will be taken off your bill on the evening.  For bookings of 8 or more please contact us directly at info@ernespiefarm.co.uk

🎅✨ Tinsel Tots is back and more magical than ever! ✨🎅  Specially designed for under 3s, this sell out Christmas adventure is the ultimate introduction to the festive season!  Step into our dazzling Christmas Barn, bursting with twinkling lights, jolly festive sounds, and plenty of cheer.  Meet our friendly animals, snap a merry photo with Farmer Christmas in his sleigh, and watch your little ones light up with Christmas spirit!  But the fun doesn’t stop there!  Enjoy a morning of giggles and discovery with festive sensory play in our Softplay, plus a  special gift for every child!  So bundle up, get ready to jingle all the way, and join us for a Christmas celebration your little stars will never forget! 📌 Good to Know Tinsel Tots is designed especially for little ones aged 3 and under. Every group needs at least one grown-up to join in the fun. Everyone coming along (including under-1s) will need their own ticket. Want to sit together? Just book as one group so we can keep your party at the same table. Refunds are only given if the event itself is cancelled by Ernespie Farm. Member tickets are valid with an active membership on the day of your visit. There is a short walk outside to the Christmas barn so please dress for the weather.

🎄✨ Brunch with Farmer Christmas ✨🎄  The animals are whispering, the lights are twinkling, and Farmer Christmas is getting ready to welcome you to Ernespie Farm’s most magical event of the year!  Begin your adventure with a scrumptious festive brunch and a little time to play while you write your Christmas wish list.  Then follow the twinkling path to our Magical Christmas Barn, where the animals are waiting to say hello and Farmer Christmas himself is ready to greet you with a warm smile and a special gift for every child on the Nice List. This is more than brunch,  it’s a sprinkle of Christmas magic and a memory you’ll treasure long after the snow has melted.  Our Brunch with Farmer Christmas events always sell out quickly, so gather your loved ones, pop on your cosiest jumpers, and join us for a morning filled with joy and festive wonder. 🎟️ Important Information Arrival: Your ticket is valid from 9am. You may arrive anytime between 9:00am - 10:45am (last brunch orders at 11am), but please arrive before your chosen time slot to check in etc. Meeting Farmer Christmas: The time slot you choose is your meeting time with Farmer Christmas. Early slots (9:15–10:00am): Visit Farmer Christmas first, then enjoy brunch. Later slots: Eat first, then head to the Magical Barn to see Farmer Christmas. Group Size: Farmer Christmas visits are limited to 10 guests per 15 minute slot to keep the experience magical and personal. 📝 Terms & Conditions Please arrive with plenty of time for your chosen slot, late arrivals may miss their visit with Farmer Christmas. Groups wishing to sit together must contact us immediately after booking . Seating plans cannot be changed on the day. Every guest (including under 1s) must have a ticket. This event is suitable for children aged 11 and under. At least one adult must accompany each group. Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by Ernespie Farm. Membership ticket holders must have a valid pre-purchased membership for the date of the event.

Make December extra special with our Festive Farmhouse Afternoon Tea at Ernespie Farm.  Gather your friends and family for a relaxed afternoon filled with seasonal treats, homemade bakes, and plenty of festive cheer.  Served from 2.30pm onwards on selected dates, our Afternoon Tea is the perfect way to pause during the busy season and enjoy some cosy time together. Book your place for a little festive indulgence in the heart of the countryside.

Take a moment to slow down and enjoy a relaxed Afternoon Tea at Ernespie Farm, the perfect excuse to catch up, celebrate, or simply treat yourself. Our Afternoon Tea brings together a thoughtful selection of sweet and savoury favourites, freshly prepared and full of flavour. Expect a mix of classic savouries, homemade bakes, and beautifully crafted cakes, all made in-house with care. Each afternoon tea is served with your choice of tea or coffee, with the option to add a glass of prosecco if you’d like to make it a little more special.  Tables are booked for 1 hour and 45 minutes, giving you plenty of time to unwind, chat, and enjoy the experience. Advance booking is essential to avoid missing out.

Looking for something a little different for your next girls’ night? Join us at  Ernespie Farm  for an evening of creativity, cocktails, snacks and plenty of time to catch up with your favourite people. The Wee Pottery from Kirkcudbright  will be running the evening, guiding you through everything you need to create your very own painted pottery piece. No artistic experience needed - just bring yourself, your gals and a willingness to get a little crafty! Your £30 ticket includes: 🎨 Your own pottery piece to paint 🖌️ All paints and materials 🥂 A welcome drink on arrival 🍸 Cocktails and snacks available to purchase throughout the evening ✨ A fun, relaxed evening of creativity and good company And if one piece simply isn't enough,  additional pottery will be available to purchase on the night , so you can keep the creativity going! Whether you're planning a girls’ night, a catch-up with friends, a birthday celebration or simply fancy trying something new,  Paint & Prosecco is the perfect excuse to get together, switch off and get creative. 📍 Ernespie Farm 📅 Saturday 21st November ⏰ 6pm – 8pm 💷 £30 per person Grab your girls, book your place and let's get crafty! 🥂

Ticket includes Softplay & Outdoor play for 1 day Under 1yrs do not pay for Outdoor play so a Softplay ticket can be purchases on arrival if required. Please note that there are limited spaces in our Softplay so on busier days there may be a short wait for entry but our staff will endeavour turn tables over as quickly as possible.  For Softplay only or after School Softplay please pay on arrival.

Ernespie may be a working farm, but there’s always time for fun. Our Outdoor Play area is a magical spot for kids, open from April to October, where adventure awaits around every corner. There’s plenty to keep them busy, pedal karts, giant bouncy pillows (one for toddlers, one for bigger kids, and yes, grownups are welcome too!), a Cresta slide, woodland walks, and a retired combine harvester that now lives its best life as a climbing frame and slide. Still got energy? There’s more!  A zip wire, sandpit with buckets, spades, a digger, and another little slide to explore. But here’s the challenge: can you find the secret play frame hidden in the woods, or will you give up and head straight for the café?

Looking for a stress-free children's party in Dumfries & Galloway? You've come to the right place! What's included!  Book for between 10-20 children Pay half now as a deposit and pay the rest on the day!  Ernespie Party Invites (collect from the front desk at Ernespie Farm) Access to Softplay for up to 2 1/2 hours  Reserved Party Table in Softplay Party food (Choose from Lunch boxes or Pizza & Chips)  Party Bags  Jugs of juice on the table  No charge for accompanying adults  Once you place your booking request Ernespie Farm has 7 days to confirm or decline the booking but will aim to do this ASAP. If we have to decline the booking we will contact you with an alternative available dates.