Where to See Santa in Yorkshire 2026

Families looking for a magical Christmas day out with a chance to meet Father Christmas himself can visit Stockeld Park. During Christmas at Stockeld, the festive fun goes beyond Santa’s Grotto, with our Winter Illuminations, Snowflake Maze and ice skating waiting to be enjoyed.

When Can I Visit Santa?

Santa’s Grotto* at Stockeld Park is open from 21st November to 24th December 2026. The Grotto is open daily from 9:40am to 6:40pm, except on Christmas Eve, when it closes at 5:40pm so Santa can get ready for his big night of delivering presents!

*A visit to Santa’s Grotto is included in our Gold and Silver Christmas tickets only.  When purchasing a Tinsel Tots or Illuminations Mid-Week Meal Deal ticket, you can add a visit to see Santa for an additional £12 per child.

What to Expect From a Visit to Santa’s Grotto

A visit to Santa’s Grotto at Stockeld Park is much more than just a sit-down with Father Christmas. It’s a magical, fun experience that the whole family can enjoy. During your visit, you can expect:

• To explore the North Pole village, where you can meet Santa’s friendly helpers, the Elves and his trusty reindeer, as you take part in interactive games and activities. 

• To ride in our enchanted elevator up to Santa’s cosy log cabin, where Mrs Claus will be waiting to welcome you. 

• To get your little ones to sit down with Santa, tell him everything they want for Christmas and take a photo to capture the moment. 

• To receive a special Christmas gift from Santa!

You can enjoy a whole host of other magical activities at Stockeld Park during the Christmas season:

• The Snowflake Maze - Head to our Snowflake Maze after dark, which comes alive with festive lights. Make your way through the maze, discovering musical instruments, lookout points and a special sculpture hidden in its centre.

• The Winter Illuminations - Stay until dark to enjoy our family favourite Winter Illuminations in the Enchanted Forest. Grab a hot chocolate and follow the illuminated trail, filled with mesmerising installations, projections and sculptures brought to life with animations and soundscapes. Expect to go on a worldwide adventure through the forest, see the mythical creatures taking over the lake and experience new immersive installations.

• Ice Skating - Make the most of your Christmas day out with a whizz around our covered ice rink. Ice skating tickets can be booked as an additional experience, or you can relax and watch the fun from our cosy Woodland Cafe. 

• Christmas Theatre Show - If you’re visiting at the weekend or in the week running up to Christmas, make sure you stop by the Stockeld Theatre to see our Christmas production of Jack and the Beanstalk! Please note, this experience is exclusively available to Gold Christmas ticket holders.

• Santa’s Arrival - Mark the start of the festive season by joining us on 21st or 22nd November for the arrival of Santa and Mrs Claus. Welcome them to the park during Santa’s Parade, where they’ll make their way through the Enchanted Forest in a magical horse-drawn carriage.

Book Your Visit to Santa’s Grotto at Stockeld Park

Ready to give your little ones a Christmas experience they’ll never forget? Book your Christmas entry tickets now so you don’t miss out!