Knaresborough - Heart

Enchantica’s Father Christmas Experience - Allerton Castle

Dates:
Fri 19 Dec 2025 9:15 AM - Tue 23 Dec 2025 4:15 PM

About Enchantica’s Father Christmas Experience - Allerton Castle

Long ago, when the world was still young, there was a secret castle hidden deep in the Yorkshire countryside. This was no ordinary castle — its halls shimmered with enchantment, and its towers touched the winter sky. It was said the castle’s great stone walls could hold the warmth of a thousand hearths, keeping the magic of Christmas safe year after year.

Father Christmas discovered this place many centuries ago on one of his journeys. He saw that the castle was strong enough to protect his most precious treasures — the dreams and wishes of children everywhere. From that day on, whenever Christmas drew near, Father Christmas and his elves would travel from the North Pole to the Christmas Castle.

Here, elves set up their workshop in the grand halls, filling them with laughter, music, and the sparkle of toy-making magic. The castle becomes a place where stories come alive, wishes are whispered, and the spirit of Christmas grows brighter with every passing moment.

You are now invited into this magical home — to step through the castle doors and see for yourself the wonder that Father Christmas and his elves have kept safe for generations.

Step into the Castle Experience

As you enter the Grand Hall, the castle sparkles with twinkling lights and the sound of joyful singing and dancing. The air is filled with the sweet scent of Christmas cocoa and freshly baked cookies, welcoming every guest into a world of Christmas wonder.

Guided by Santa’s cheerful, twinkling elves, young adventurers discover magical surprises around every corner of the castle. In the Toy-Making Workshop, little helpers add finishing touches to gifts destined for children all over the world. Ribbon curls, glitter sparkles, and every tiny hand contributes to bringing Christmas magic to life.

In the Music-Making Room, Santa’s extraordinary music machines spring to life, filling the air with sparkling notes. Children join in a special Christmas music spell, creating melodies that dance like snowflakes around the room.

Nearby, the Enchanted Wishing Tree glows softly, inviting children to whisper their wishes for themselves and for others. Fairies flit through the branches, catching wishes in their shimmering wings, while the cheerful robin flits about, carrying tiny sparks of magic on every flutter.

When you arrive, each child is presented with their very own Elf Wellbeing Journal, a special companion for the day’s adventure. Through playful, sparkly activities, little elves explore kindness, creativity, and joy, earning a special elf stamp along the way. The journal is theirs to take home, so the magic can continue long after the castle gates close.

The journey leads to the glittering Ballroom, where Santa, Tinsel, and their merry friends host a lively Elf Training Show. Laughter, applause, and twinkling lights fill the room as children join in the fun. Afterwards, every child has a magical moment to meet Santa and capture a keepsake photo, before discovering early gifts tucked under the Castle Christmas Tree.

Outside, the enchantment continues with a photo on Santa’s sleigh, framed by the castle’s sparkling winter glow—a perfect ending to a day of festive wonder.

This is more than a visit—it’s a spellbinding Christmas adventure, bursting with joy, magic, and memories that will sparkle in hearts for years to come.

Performances

Performance Date & TimeTicket PriceTicket Link
Friday 19 December 9:15am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Friday 19 December 11:30am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Friday 19 December 2:00pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Friday 19 December 4:15pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Saturday 20 December 9:15am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Saturday 20 December 11:30am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Saturday 20 December 2:00pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Saturday 20 December 4:15pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Sunday 21 December 9:15am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Sunday 21 December 11:30am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Sunday 21 December 2:00pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Sunday 21 December 4:15pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Monday 22 December 9:15am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Monday 22 December 11:30am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Monday 22 December 2:00pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Monday 22 December 4:15pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Tuesday 23 December 9:15am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Tuesday 23 December 11:30am Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Tuesday 23 December 2:00pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
Tuesday 23 December 4:15pm Children: £35.00 Standard: £25.00 Book Now
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