November 15, 2024

What to do at Wicksteed Park this Christmas

Festive season is upon us and Wicksteed Park is ready with an array of events and activities to enjoy this Christmas. From parties and crafts, to meeting Santa Claus himself, there is so much to do at the park.

Here is what you can do at Wicksteed Park this Christmas season:

Christmas at Wicksteed Park

Join us at Wicksteed Park this Christmas for an unforgettable family experience!

This outdoor, festive experience offers Christmas fun that the whole family will love for £15 per person.

Get the chance to experience a private family meet and greet with Santa Claus, so you can share all your Christmas wishes before the big day! After you have met Santa Claus and his elf, children can choose their own present from the Elf’s Workshop!

Spend the rest of this wonderful day exploring the everything else on offer at Wicksteed Park at Christmas at your leisure. Take a ride on the Wicksteed Railway, boarding at the North Pole Station, or visit Santa Claus’ very own reindeer! You can also say hello to your favourite farm animals, whizz down the astroslide, take a spin on the carousel, have a go at Crazy Golf, or leave your Christmas wish on our wishing tree!

Find out more, or book your tickets online, here: https://wicksteedpark.org/events/christmas-at-wicksteed-park/

Ivy Cottage’s Christmas Craft and Gift Market

Ivy Cottage are back at Wicksteed Park this weekend with their Christmas Craft and Gift Market!

This amazing festive market has been organised to raise money for the British Heart Foundation and The Air Ambulance Service in memory of the Miranda Hetzel’s late husband, Andy Simms, who suffered at heart attack whilst taking part in a parkrun at the park in 2018.

Entry to this event is £3 per adult, with children free. Entry is to be paid at the door.

The market is open 10:30am – 5pm on Saturday 16th of November, and 10:30am – 4pm on Sunday 17th of November.

During this wonderful, festive event our Sway Rider and Carousel will be open! £3 individual tickets can be purchased for these two rides from Wicky Bear’s Gift Shop.

The Sway Rider and Carousel will be open between 11am and 4pm on the 16th and 17th November.

*Wicksteed Park’s regular parking charges apply.

This is an external event hosted at the park, not a Wicksteed Park event, if you have any questions or queries please contact them via ivycottagegifts@gmail.com

Free Crafternoon Taster Session

Have you ever wanted to express your creativity during a Crafternoon session but wasn’t sure if it was for you? Join us at Wicksteed Park this November for our Crafternoon taster session!

This drop-in taster session for Crafternoon is for adults only and is FREE*, with paper and textile crafts for you to try out. You don’t need to book, just simply turn up on the day!

WHEN: 17th of November between 11am and 3pm

WHERE: Learning Centre at Wicksteed Park

PRICE: Free*

*Wicksteed Park’s regular parking charges apply.

Crafternoon

Join the Community and Heritage Team for Crafternoon, a weekly drop-in craft activity for adults.

From stitch to papercrafts, print to knit, try your hand at something new or bring along your own project, no experience needed, meet new people and share ideas. Our weekly sessions run from 10am to 12pm & 1pm – 3pm

During the festive period, there will be Christmas crafts available to try during sessions including pop up cards and crochet wreath making!

Each session is £5 per person. There are only 12 spaces per session so pre-booking is encouraged.

Book your space in Crafternoon online now:  https://wicksteedpark.org/events/crafternoon/

*Wicksteed Park’s regular parking charges apply.

Santa Paws in the Park

Join us on the 30th of November from 12pm – 2pm with your festive pups for a chance to win in one of our exciting dog categories.

Categories are:

Best Dog Christmas jumper (SOLD OUT!)

Waggiest tail (ALMOST SOLD OUT!)

Best trick with a Christmas theme

Prettiest Pooch (ALMOST SOLD OUT!)

Most Handsome Hound (SOLD OUT!)

Best 6 legs with a Christmas theme (owners and dogs!) (ALMOST SOLD OUT!)

Entry to the categories is £2 per entry and spaces for each category are limited so make sure to enter now to secure your place: https://wicksteedpark.org/events/santa-paws-in-the-park/

General entry to the event is FREE!*

DID YOU KNOW that on this day there will be a dog and owners only train ride? Join us at Wicksteed Park Railway at 3pm for a ride on Woofsteed Express! Tickets are £3 per person. Individual tickets for the train are only available to purchase on this day.

We can’t wait to see you and your festive dogs at Santa Paws in the Park for a paw-sitively jolly time!

*Wicksteed Park’s regular parking charges apply.

Wicksteed Park's Santa Paws in the Park 2024!

Twist and Shout at Christmas Daytime Shows

Step into the enchanting world of Wicksteed Park’s Twist and Shout Christmas Daytime Shows 2024, where holiday magic makes a triumphant return!

Mark your calendars for these festive dates:

4th of December

11th of December

12th of December – SOLD OUT

Wicksteed Park is thrilled to welcome back one of the UK’s leading theatre shows: Twist and Shout. Get your dancing shoes on as audiences will be able to enjoy the sights and sounds of the 60’s with smash hits from The Beatles, Cilla Black, The Rolling Stones and a sprinkling of Christmas classics to get you in the festive mood! Doors open at 11am.

Indulge in a two-course Christmas lunch served at 12:00 pm, treating your taste buds to seasonal delights.

The first half of the show unfolds from 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm, promising heart-warming entertainment.

Take a delightful break during the interval from 2:15 pm to 3:00 pm, and then cosy up for the show’s second half, from 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm.

Tickets are priced at £45 per person, with parking charges included. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the joyous spirit of the season!

Book your Christmas Daytime Show 2024 tickets online now: https://wicksteedpark.org/events/christmas-day-time-shows-2024/

Christmas Party Nights

Are you looking for a festive event where you can celebrate Christmas with your friends and colleagues?

Join us for a festive celebration at Wicksteed Park’s Christmas Party Nights 2024!

Our doors open at 6:00 pm, inviting you to savour a delightful three-course traditional Christmas dinner followed by an evening of holiday celebrations.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting Christmas spirit at our Pavilion party featuring a live band performance from Petite Rouge and a traditional disco.

The festivities conclude at midnight, creating memories that will last long after the party ends. Save the date for our Christmas parties:

6th December

7th December

13th December – SOLD OUT

14th December

Secure your spot for this unforgettable experience at £65 per person (parking charges included) —book your Christmas Party Night 2024 tickets online now: https://wicksteedpark.org/events/christmas-party-nights-2024/

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