What age range is suitable for the Bestie Bear activity?

Children aged 2 to 17 can participate, making it a great family activity.

Can adults join the activity?

Yes, up to two adults can accompany each child at no extra cost.

Is the farm accessible for those with mobility issues?

Yes, the farm is wheelchair and pushchair accessible to ensure everyone can enjoy the visit.

What is included in the bear-building experience?

Participants receive a bear of their choice, an outfit, fluff, a special wish, and a certificate.

How long is the full experience?

The activity lasts approximately 1 hour, including 30 minutes dedicated to meeting farm animals.

Is there a cancellation policy?

Tamala Farm follows their standard terms and conditions, which are provided at booking.

Family Bear-Building Fun at Tamala Farm Experience

Situated just outside Aberdeen, in the quaint village of Whitecairns, Tamala Farm Experience offers a distinct blend of hands-on creativity and farmyard charm tailored especially for families. The "Build your bestie in the barn - Halloween Special" is a uniquely crafted event that invites children aged 2 to 17 to design their very own Bestie Bear. This isn’t just your typical stuffed animal workshop — from selecting your bear to dressing it up in a Halloween-themed outfit, participants engage in a sensory-rich, imaginative process.

Beyond bear-building, the farm itself is a lively patchwork of friendly animals, including sheep, goats, and chickens, offering a rare chance for children and their accompanying adults to interact and connect with farm life in a gentle and accessible setting. With up to two adults admitted free per booking, this experience encourages family participation, making it a perfect blend of play and learning.

Tamala Farm stands out within the rural Aberdeenshire landscape, surrounded by gently rolling fields and rugged northern Scottish terrain. While the area is more commonly known for hiking and nature trails, Tamala Farm’s focus on intimate, educational outdoor experiences offers a memorable gateway into countryside life, particularly valuable during the crisp autumn season when the Halloween special runs.

Accessibility is key here. The barn and farmyard paths are wheelchair and pushchair friendly, ensuring wide-ranging inclusion.

The event runs about an hour, combining crafting and a 30-minute animal meet-and-greet that’s as much about fostering respect for farm environments as it is about fun. Tamala herself brings warmth and care, making every visit feel personalized and inviting. Whether you’re local or visiting Aberdeen’s outskirts, this farm experience offers a refreshing contrast to the typical adventure activities — a calm but lively introduction to outdoor family adventures in Scotland.

About Tamala Farm Experience

Tamala Farm Experience is a family-friendly working farm located in Whitecairns, Scotland, offering hands-on animal encounters and seasonal activities. The farm operates a range of bookable experiences designed for families, adults and children, including Meet the Animals and Cow Tour, Adults Only Sessions, Goat Picnic, Build Your Bestie in the Barn (Halloween special), Tattie Howkin potato harvesting, Pony Time, Pig‑Nic on the Farm, Baby Coo feeding and the Tamala Spooktacular adults-only night.

Each experience focuses on animal welfare, safe interactions and personal attention from trained handlers. Visitors can feed, groom and learn about farm animals in small-group settings; many sessions limit participant numbers to ensure close, calm encounters. The farm uses quad-bike trailer rides for scenic cow and calf viewing during the cow tour and provides supervised feeding opportunities with farm-supplied treats. Tamala Farm Experience emphasises clear booking information, site safety and suitability guidance for ages and group sizes; sessions list age minimums and maximum participants where relevant. Seasonal specials such as Halloween events and build-your-own soft toy workshops are run with structured activities and certificates. The farm also offers potato-picking in a tattie field for take-home harvests. Location in Whitecairns makes the farm accessible from nearby Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire towns. Tamala Farm Experience maintains a transparent activity list and encourages advance booking to manage group sizes and to preserve animal welfare during visits. Staff provide clear onsite guidance and adaptable experiences for schools, private groups and casual visitors, with sanitary facilities and parking available regularly.