Tapnell Farm aerial view inland

For current vacancies, please see below ...

Casting Call - Performers

We're now casting performers for Tapnell Farm Park's award winning, immersive Christmas experience, Christmas at Tapnell.

You'll need to:

  • Have strong improvisation and storytelling skills
  • Be energetic, confident and outgoing
  • Be able to adapt to different audience members
  • Be available during November and December (including weekends)

Want to be a part of the Christmas magic at Tapnell Farm Park?

Auditions will be held at...

  • MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton (Studio 3) on Saturday 9 September from 12.45pm to 4pm.
  • Tapnell Farm Park (Events Barn) on Tuesday 12 September from 5.30pm to 8pm.

To register interest in attending our auditions, please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected] by Wednesday 6 September.

Please note onsite accommodation is available. All successful performers will also receive Tapnell Farm staff benefits.

Accommodation Operative

Here's a great opportunity for those with a passion for hospitality and the outdoors..

Have you got a can-do attitude and great attention to detail?

Are you full of beans and enjoy working as part of a team and alone?

Then we need you!

Here's an indication of key tasks (not exhaustive)

  • laundry drop off/collection
  • cleaning log burning tubs/fires
  • replenishing wood/coal at properties
  • keeping outside areas clean & tidy
  • collecting rubbish
  • moving furniture
  • jet washing areas
  • window cleaning
  • minor maintenance i.e changing light bulbs etc
  • upholstery/carpet cleaning
  • collecting deliveries
  • keeping company vehicles clean/tidy
  • wedding set up - tables, chairs and any other props
Due to our location, we would require anyone applying to have their own transport, as there is no suitable public transport.

- Driving license essential

- Immediate start

- Minimum age 25 due to on-site vehicle insurance

This position is approx 25 hours per week. Varies depending on the season.

Members of the Tapnell Farm team will benefit from discounts at Tapnell Farm.

Rates of pay depend on experience.

Please send a cover letter and CV to

[email protected]

House Keepers (Accommodation Team)

We are recruiting new members to join our housekeeping team at Tapnell Farm ahead of the season!

As part of the team, you'll be working in the award winning accommodation at the farm, including glamping, cottages and East Afton Farmhouse wedding venue, surrounded by countryside and amazing views.

We pride ourselves on having the highest quality of cleanliness and attention to detail. Daily tasks include, but are not limited to, general cleaning duties, such as hoovering, mopping, bed making, bathrooms & kitchens.

We require new members of the team to start at the end of March/early April, but can be flexible to suit the applicant.

Due to our location, we would require anyone applying to have their own transport, as there is no suitable public transport.

Members of the Tapnell Farm team will benefit from discounts at Tapnell Farm.

Rates of pay depend on experience.

Please send a cover letter and CV to

[email protected]

Please note; Tapnell Farm IS NOT on a bus route and therefore you must have your own transport or be able to find a reliable alternative solution.