Festival of Christmas

The Festival of Christmas is BACK! – And this Christmas You’re a Part of the Magic! 5 – 8pm- Selected nights throughout December; 4th - 6th,  11th - 13th 18th-23rd December 2026 Note: Santa's Cosy Cottage visits must be booked separetely as an add on to your Festival Experience during the check out procedure. Join us for a magical Christmas adventure as Almond Valley bursts into festival life with twinkling lights, mischievous elves, festive music, stories and performances and more tinsel than is probably sensible! Following the success of our first Festival of Christmas, Santa and his elves have given their official vote of approval – so we’re back for 2026, bigger, brighter and more gloriously Christmassy than ever. Created as an affordable, fun-filled Christmas night out for the whole family, this year we’re turning the festive dial all the way up. And this isn’t a Christmas experience you simply watch from the sideline.. This Christmas, you’re part of the magic. Take on our NEW Reindeer Hop Race Course Earn your wings at the NEW Reindeer School of Flight Show (3 performances per night) Tee off at our NEW Gingerbread Golf Course Step inside our NEW Giant Snow Globe for the ultimate family s ELF ie Explore the illuminated Winter Woodlands – but beware the Grinch’s Lair! (Yes he’s threatening Christmas mayhem) Enjoy festive tales with Mrs. Claus in the Story Nook Take aim at Splat-a-Claus Get building with New Bricks & Baubles  Lego Experience  Embark on the Great Christmas Caper Ques t Go Bubbleliscious in our Bubble Dome Unleash your creativity in our Tinsel Factory Craft Centre Grind your own blend of reindeer superfood at the oldest Official Reindeer Food Outpost And climb aboard the Santa Express for a magical festive journey (additional charge – book separately) *Santa's Cosy Cottage Visits must be booked separately as an add on. Add festive characters, entertainment, music, trampolines, slides, seasonal treats, laughter and Christmas silliness around every corner, and you’ve got one big bundle of festive family fun. So, dig out the Christmas jumpers, ready your festive spirit and come and get your jingle on! Terms & Conditions (Important Information) The Festival of Christmas ticket does not include access to Santa's Cosy Cottage, Santa's Express and Splat-A-Claus. Tickets for Santa's Express and Santa's Cozy Cottage Experience must be bought separately at the check out  and shown on the day of visiting.  You can pay as you go for Splat-Ta-Claus on site at the point of sale.  Tickets are non refundable - but where possible, we will support date/time changes (please note that changes to Santa's Grotto bookings may prove challenging as this programme sells out very quickly. Event Cancellations Policy: The Festival experience has been designed to be an all weather experience, with many of the experiences/activities taking place indoors. In the event of hazardous weather conditions (red alerts impacting the site), visitors will be contacted directly by email and provided with transfer tickets. No refunds will be given.

Kick start the festivities with a beautifully crafted visit with Santa in his Cosy Cottage. *Pre Book Only  Dates: 4th-6th December 9th - 13th December 16th - 24th December We've had confirmation that our very good friend Santa is once again returning to his favourite winter home from home, right here at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Our special guest is looking forward to seeing you and has hand picked a special selection of early Christmas gifts to bestow upon every little visitor.  Step inside Santa's enchanted cosy cottage where you'll be greeted by one of Santa's elves before heading in to see Santa to share some Christmas wishes and capture some prescious festive memories.  The magic does stop at the cosy cottage. Each Santa's Grotto visit must be booked with an admission ticket, which gives you full access to the entire site, including play parks, winter woodland walk, participation in the Christmas Trail, Craftivities and Carnival Games. Included in Meet Santa in his Cosy Cottage: A 4 minute private visit to see Santa in his cosy cottage An age-appropriate gift for every child ticket Important Information:  Meeting Santa in his Cosy Cottage is an additional add-on and must be purchased with a General Admission ticket for the same date. Please add them as an add on during the check out procedure. Terms & Conditions Santa's Cosy Cottage Tickets must be booked in advance alongside a standard admission ticket for all visitors (the admission ticket includes all day access to the site so please feel free to visit in advance of your booking slot) Site opening hours 10am to 4pm Santa's Express  must be bought separately at checkout as an add on.   Tickets are non refundable - but where possible, we will support date/time changes (please be aware that changes aren't always possible as Santa's Cosy Cottage bookings sell out very quickly.) Event Cancellations Policy: The Cosy Cottage experience has been designed to be an all weather experience, In the event of hazardous weather conditions (red alerts impacting the site), visitors will be contacted directly by email and provided with transfer tickets. No refunds will be given. Please arrive at the Cosy Cottage area a minimum of 15 mins in advance of your booking slot.

Our Relaxed (ASN) Santa Sessions are an additional add-on and must be purchased with a General Admission ticket for the same date. Overview *Pre Book Only  Dates: 4th-5th December We've had confirmation that our very good friend Santa is once again returning to his favourite winter home from home, right here at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Our special guest is looking forward to seeing you and has hand picked a special selection of early Christmas gifts to bestow upon every little visitor.  If you're looking for a more relaxed session with Santa and his helper, these sessions are perfect for you. With no queues, quieter music and no flashing lights, the magic will still be in the air for all family members to experience.  Step inside Santa's enchanted cosy cottage where you'll be greeted by one of Santa's elves before heading in to see Santa to share some Christmas wishes and capture some prescious festive memories.  Included in the Relaxed Santa Sessions: A 10 minute private visit to see Santa in his cosy cottage An age appropriate gift for every child ticket Free admission for the support carer The magic does stop at the cosy cottage. Each Santa's Cosy Cottage visit must be booked with an admission ticket, which gives you full access to the entire site, including play parks, winter woodland walk, participation in the Christmas Trail, Craftivities and Carnival Games. Terms & Conditions Santa's Cosy Cottage Tickets must be booked in advance alongside a standard admission ticket for all visitors (the admission ticket includes all day access to the site so please feel free to visit in advance of your booking slot) Site opening hours 10am to 4pm Santa's Express  must be bought separately at checkout as an add on.   Tickets are non refundable - but where possible, we will support date/time changes (please be aware that changes aren't always possible as Santa's Grotto bookings sell out very quickly. Event Cancellations Policy: The Cosy Cottage experience has been designed to be an all weather experience, In the event of hazardous weather conditions (red alerts impacting the site), visitors will be contacted directly by email and provided with transfer tickets. No refunds will be given. Please arrive at the Santa's Cosy Cottage area a minimum of 15 mins in advance of your booking slot.

Santa's Express Train is an additional add-on and must be purchased with a General Admission ticket or Festival of Christmas -After Dark admissions ticket for the same date. Step aboard our magical Santa Express this Festive Period Relax as our old diesel train Barclay takes a leisurely journey through the site exploring the lower paddocks. Tickets cost £2 per person and under 1's ride for free Children must be accompanied by an adult Due to the historic nature of the carriages, access for prams and wheelchairs isn't possible If you miss your booked timeslot no refund will be given