The Christmas Adventure

  • 21st Nov - 24th Dec 2026

Christmas at Stockeld is Back!

Step into the magic of Christmas from 21st November until 24th December with a dazzling Christmas light show, enchanting Santa's Grotto, live theatre show and festive ice skating. There's no better place than Stockeld Park for a magical Christmas day out!

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Experience the most magical Santa's Grotto in Yorkshire!

Start your journey to meet Father Christmas by making your way through our magical North Pole village, where you'll explore whimsical interactive play and encounter Santa's jolly elves!

Then, take a ride in our enchanted elevator, which will transport you (via magic!) to Santa's cosy log cabin.

Here, you'll be greeted by Mrs Claus before heading into the Grotto to meet Santa himself! Snap a photo, collect a gift and create special family memories. 

Enter Santa's grotto

Family of three smiling in the tendrills while looking at the lights

Wander through our sparkling Winter Illuminations

Experience a spectacular Christmas light show with your loved ones in our Enchanted Forest. At dusk, our ancient woodland is illuminated by dazzling installations, projections and sculptures, complete with magical animations and soundscapes. 

Venture through our mile-long Christmas light trail, which is complete with four outdoor playgrounds and stops to warm up with a hot chocolate en route. 

Our Winter Illuminations make a brilliant festive activity for everyone - bring along the whole family, a group of friends or make it a romantic date night. 

3 boys holding hands ice skating

Take a spin on our covered Ice Rink

No festive day out is complete without a spin on the ice! Get your skates on and glide (or wobble) your way around our covered ice rink. 

Whether you're challenging loved ones to a race, or watching from the cosy Woodland Cafe, this is a Christmas activity that the whole family can enjoy. 

Get your skates on

Elf character on stage at Christmas panto

Get into the Christmas spirit at our Christmas Theatre Show!

Produced by Talegate theatre, this jolly panto features sing-along music, magic tricks and a cast of colourful characters. Get ready to shout “He’s behind you!” again and again!

Learn more about our Christmas Show

What else is on during Christmas?

  1. Santa's Arrival Weekend

    Kick off the festive season by welcoming Santa to Stockeld Park! Wave as he and Mrs Claus tour the park on a unicorn-drawn carriage.

  2. The Flying Stocksman

    All aboard! Head to Stockeldbury station and take a tour of the Enchanted Forest aboard our electric land train.

    The Flying Stocksman

  3. Tinsel Tots

    Bring your littles along for a festive adventure for less this December with our tinsel tots deal - made especially for pre-schoolers.

    Tinsel Tots

  4. The Snowflake Maze

    Explore our giant yew tree maze, complete with festive lights and hidden objects. Can you find your way out?

    The Snowflake Maze

  5. Christmas Tree Shop

    Take home one of our Yorkshire Christmas Trees, grown and nurtured on the Stockeld Park estate.

    Christmas Tree Shop

  6. Spider's Lair

    Step into the Spider's Lair and explore an incredible multi-storey treehouse, zip wires, climbing nets and more!

    Spider's Lair

Frequently asked questions

2026 ticket launch dates will be announced soon! Follow us on social media (@stockeldpark) for updates.

Gold tickets - available each weekend and daily from 18th - 24th December

Silver tickets 

  • Santa's Grotto
  • Winter Illuminations 
  • Five Outdoor Playgrounds 
  • The Snowflake Maze

Illuminations tickets 

  • Winter Illuminations (entry to the Enchanted Forest and the Snowflake Maze, where the illuminations are located)
  • Five Outdoor Playgrounds

The Christmas Adventure opens on the 21st November and runs until the 24th December 2026. Winter Illuminations, ice skating, and park activities will remain open until the 3rd January 2027.

No - Our Winter Illuminations and Ice Skating make for a magical festive date night with your other half. And, they're perfect for a Christmas get together with friends too! 

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No, unfortunately we don't allow dogs at our adventure park, apart from assistance dogs. Head to our accessibility page to learn more about how we support our guests.

At Stockeld, we don't do group visits to Santa unless specifically requested. All bookings are based on one family meeting Santa at a time.  

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