23rd and 24th November 2024
The Santa Express feature a trip aboard the heated carriages hauled by one of our steam locomotives*; transporting you to the North Pole! Whilst at the North Pole, you will have a one-on-one meeting with the big guy himself inside his cosy grotto,
1st, 14th and 23rd December 2024
This year will see the Strid Wood Christmas Village reimagined and transformed into a magnificent bushcraft adventure. Led by traditional woods-people the children will begin their festive journey by lighting the village fire and roasting their own cocoa beans (to be enjoyed a little later in the experience).
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26th November, 3rd, 9th and 22nd December 2023
“Just Be You” sessions are back for 2022 – smaller groups and lengthier time slots, making it easier for anyone needing to take their time to adapt to their surroundings, and for those that may not be at ease with noise and/or larger groups.
25th and 26th November 2023
Specifically designed for children with additional sensory needs and anyone else who may benefit, these sessions will offer a quieter environment and lower capacity than our other Father Christmas sessions.
2nd and 9th December 2023
Explore the Christmas village, meet the animals, anjoy Christmas crafts and play festive games. Enjoy a tractor ride to try and spot Rudolph among the Red Deer and of course see Father Christmas and let him what you'd life for Christmas. The "Relaxed Sessions" are a little calmer for anyone with sensory issues, these have a reduced capacity, and the sound and lighting will be turned down.
13th, 20th and 27th November 2023
Enjoy a Christmas day out like no other at Castle Howard! Tinker Bell has sprinkled fairy dust all over our House, and transformed Castle Howard into a beautiful winter wonderland.
9th December 2023
Enjoy a magical adventure at RHS Garden Harlow Carr, discovering spectacular light displays along your way. See iconic features such as Streamside, the Queen Mother’s Lake, Winter Walk, Doric Columns and Kitchen Garden glow with dazzling colours.
10th December 2023
An all new spectacular display of lights, sounds and special effects will bring the grounds to life for a great evening out this festive season. The Winter Woodland Elves are causing mischief - tinkering with lights and sound to create a stunning party atmosphere in the woods, with the emphasis firmly on fun.
2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 20th to 23rd December 2023
Morning and later afternoon sessions, ticket include entry to the park for the full day with a quieter Santa Session.
2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th December 2023
Relaxed session at 11am each morning. Join our Victorian nursery maid to hear Christmas story and play with traditional Victorian toys before sitting down with Santa to share your wish list for Christmas Day and recieve special gifts.
10th December 2023
Enjoy a magical interactive theatrical Christmas show and meet Father Christmas! Elf-training for all ages. The first show time on Sunday 10th December is reserved as a quiet show.
BSL, Dementia Friendly and Relaxed performances on selected dates.
When the vain Wicked Queen realises that she is no longer the fairest in the land, she seeks revenge against her beautiful stepdaughter Snow White.
2nd December 2023
All the same great Christmas Experience with the Christmas show session presented with lower sensory intensity for those who may benefit from a more informal environment, for example, lower sound and adapted lighting
7th and 12th December 2023
Families can book a more relaxed visit with Santa and the Elves and then explore the snow filled North Pole at your own leisure.
You will be greeted in the North Pole by our top elves, for stories and fun in the snow filled wonderland. Visit Dizzy Bells in the elf emporium and take home your very own magical Christmas key for Christmas Eve.
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