Could Your Dog Be Wicksteed Park's New Santa Paws?

October 9, 2026

Could Your Dog Be Wicksteed Park’s New Santa Paws?

Wicksteed Park is a dog-friendly urban park in Kettering, Northamptonshire. One way the park likes to include dogs in the fun, is the annual Santa Paws in the Park event.

Santa Paws in the Park is a festive dog show where the local community can show off their dog’s waggy tail, or best Christmas jumper. It is back for a third year and this time Wicksteed Park is looking to make one of your dog’s the official Santa Paws of 2026.

Santa Paws is the very special judge at Santa Paws in the Park. They help make the final decision of the runner up and winner of each category, including Best in Show!

All you need to do is share a photo or video of your dog underneath the dedicated post on Facebook, Instagram or Tik Tok, or by private message on social media.

To be eligible for Santa Paws, your dog must:

Be friendly with dogs and humans
Be available on 28th November 2026 for Santa Paws in the Park
Have a festive outfit for the event

You have until 19th October 2026 to submit your dog for Santa Paws. We will then contact all shortlisted pups to come into the park to meet the team for final auditions.

Good luck and the team are very excited to choose the next Santa Paws.

Santa Paws in the Park - could your dog be the new Santa Paws?

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Customer Reviews

"Had a wonderful day at wicksteed in half term. Not overly busy, children went on all the rides and as many times as they wished. We booked wristbands for them on line and was great value for money. Staff were all friendly and professional. Love being able to go back to a place I lived as a child with my own child and nieces and nephews."

Emma

"We booked the day before as we knew it would be warm but not too hot. The number of places to pick up wristbands was pretty good so you weren't to be queuing for ages. The ride operators were so lovely and if no one was in the queue they let my daughter stay on. She had the best day ever. Though saying that the queues never got very long which was really handy, especially if you have restless kids."

India

"Fabulous day out, pre-ordered wrist bands and love you do a 'family of 3' option ❤️ All staff were super helpful and cheerful, no long queue times and site was all clean and tidy. All on a sunny day in half term so it was busy but never felt crowded. Thank you"

Claire

"Fantastic day with my grandchildren aged 4 and 2. All of the staff were so friendly and helpful. The “ Time for Tots” day was excellent value- very easy to book- just the perfect sort of rides available made even more enjoyable as no queues. A big thank you to everyone who is involved with Wicksteed Park."

Shelley

"This historic fun park and country park has something for all ages. There is a parking fee but it is low and supports the charity which owns and runs Wicksteed Park. There are a variety of rides for children of all ages. Without children, the park has great views, walks, miniature train, garden, etc. We had a drink at the Carousel Cafe, coffee and cake was great and sat on a nice table outside on the veranda."

Robert

"Had a wonderful time in the park today! Had lunch at the garden café, brioche baguettes and jacket potatoes, and the food was amazing !! Generous portions and super tasty! Staff in there were lovely, smiley and helpful, with lots of recommendations about what to do in the park! We took some cakes home too and they were also fab!! Will definitely be back."