Ey up, and welcome to The Great Yorkshire Christmas!
This festive season, the farm is transforming into the North Pole, where cheerful elves, festive treats and Christmas magic await around every corner.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll embark on a magical Christmas adventure filled with laughter, excitement and memories to treasure long after the decorations have been packed away.
So grab your North Pole Passport, wrap up warm and get ready for a Christmas experience like no other.
Here’s what some of last years visitors had to say…
Dec, 2025
We have just taken our child to see Santa for the second year in a row and I can confirm we will be back next year!
Absolutely incredible!
Last year was amazing but this year was even better.
Worth every penny.
Reece N
Nov, 2025
This is the first time we’ve visited the farm and we were not disappointed. We’ve done a lot (I’d say 99% of all offerings) of Christmas activities in the north-east over the years and this is easily one of the best we’ve done!
From the very start it was amazing, with the elves fully playing their parts to perfection. It was literally one thoughtful activity/show after another. Considering it literally leathered down for the entire day it didn’t put a dampener on anything as it was all inside and warm.
Gram1810
Dec, 2025
We’ve been doing christmas/ Santa visits for 9 years. This is the best one we’ve ever been to. Took our 9 and nearly 2 year old and both of them were entertained for nearly a full day. I was initially put off by the price but realistically there is so much more included than anywhere else we’ve been to, it was easily worth it. It was also torrential rain all afternoon but that didn’t stop anything! Really lovely experience for a big age range and it felt spread out enough and well managed so no where felt too crowded or busy. Will recommend to anyone who will listen!
Frances T
Check in
Your journey begins at Passport Control, where our friendly Passport Elf will be waiting to welcome you to the North Pole!
Collect your very own North Pole Passport, which you’ll use to gather magical stamps at each stop along your Christmas adventure. Our elves will make sure you’re all set, passport in hand, smiles on faces, and full of festive spirit as you step into a world of Christmas magic.
A Private Visit with Santa in his Magical Grotto
The highlight of your adventure awaits!
Step inside Santa’s magical grotto for a private family visit with Father Christmas himself. There are no queues inside and no sharing your special moment with other families, just precious one-to-one time with Santa in his beautifully decorated North Pole home.
Santa will chat with each child, hear all about their Christmas wishes, check that they’re safely on the Nice List, and create magical memories that will last a lifetime.
Every child will receive a shiny Gold Coin from Santa, which can be exchanged for a gift of their choice in the Toy Emporium.
You’ll also have the opportunity to have a special souvenir photograph taken to remember your visit.
The Toy Emporium
Wander through a wonderland filled from floor to ceiling with magical toys for all ages.
Using the Gold Coin gifted by Santa, each child can browse the shelves and choose their very own Christmas gift to take home, a truly magical moment and the perfect end to their visit with Father Christmas.
Santa’s Sorting Office
Next stop: the bustling Sorting Office!
Here, you’ll write your very own thank-you postcard to Santa and post it into the Giant Red Postbox, ready for delivery across the North Pole.
Don’t forget to collect your passport stamp before continuing your festive adventure.
Warm Up at The Toasty Tourer
Take a moment to warm up with a festive treat before continuing your North Pole adventure.
The Toasty Tourer will be serving a selection of seasonal refreshments, including delicious hot chocolates, freshly brewed coffees and warming mulled wine for the grown-ups. It’s the perfect place to warm up and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Mrs Claus’s Cosy Kitchen
Step inside the warm and welcoming kitchen of Mrs Claus, where the sweet smell of baking fills the air.
Mrs Claus has hundreds of gingerbread to prepare before Christmas Eve, and she needs your help! Each child will receive a delicious gingerbread biscuit to take home and decorate, if they don’t nibble it first!
Please note: Under 1 tickets do not include a Gingerbread biscuit.
The Elf Show
Take your seats and join the North Pole Elves for a fun-filled, interactive Christmas show packed with laughter, festive magic and plenty of surprises.
Sing along, join in the festive fun, and discover what life is really like at the North Pole as the elves prepare for Christmas Eve. This entertaining live show is suitable for the whole family and is guaranteed to leave everyone feeling full of Christmas cheer!
Pudding’s Teddy Workshop
No trip to the North Pole would be complete without creating your very own Pudding the Penguin to take home!
Visit Pudding’s Teddy Workshop, where every child (excluding Under 1s) will receive their very own Pudding the Penguin teddy to treasure forever as a special reminder of their magical Christmas adventure.
Want to make Pudding extra special? A range of outfits and accessories will be available to purchase in advance or on the day, allowing you to dress your new festive friend ready for Christmas.
Please note: Under 1 tickets do not include a Pudding the Penguin teddy. Teddies can be purchased separately if required, subject to availability.
Santa’s Stables
Pause your journey through the North Pole and meet our real-life furry friends!
Visit Santa’s Stables to meet, feed and interact with our adorable farm animals, from goats and pigs to donkeys and sheep.
You’ll also have the chance to create your very own Magical Reindeer Dust to take home and sprinkle on Christmas Eve, helping guide Santa’s reindeer safely to your house on the most magical night of the year.
Don’t forget to explore the outdoor play park too (weather permitting)!
Snowflake Square
Feeling peckish?
Our Food Court transforms into Snowflake Square for the festive season, serving a range of seasonal food and drinks for the whole family to enjoy.
Take a seat in our covered festive marquee, warm up with a hot drink, tuck into some Christmas treats and toast marshmallows around the fire before heading home.
The perfect place to relax, refuel and enjoy a little extra festive magic at the end of your visit.
Important Arrival Information
The time you book is your grotto time, please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your slot to allow time for check-in.
Your North Pole adventure is expected to last around 2.5 / 3 hours from your arrival time.
Professional photographs from your private visit with Santa will be available to view and purchase during your visit.
🎄 Buy Now, Sleigh Later Returns for 2026! 🎄
Following the incredible success of our Buy Now, Sleigh Later scheme last Christmas, we’re delighted to be bringing it back for The Great Yorkshire Christmas 2026.
Secure your family’s magical North Pole adventure today with just a £50 deposit, then pay the remaining balance later. It’s the perfect way to spread the cost of Christmas while guaranteeing your preferred date before tickets sell out.
Don’t leave it to chance – book now, sleigh later, and let the Christmas countdown begin! ✨🎅
Book Your Tickets Now!
Add your Christmas Extras
Nov, 2025
We had the best Christmas experience at Monk Park Farm. We thought everything was well thought out and that a lot of effort had went into making everyone’s day special.
The elves especially were super with the children, can’t recommend enough to get into the festive spirit!
Lauren D
Nov, 2025
Amazing day out from start to finish!
The children loved their passports and stickers they could collect and the attention to detail around the farm was so magical!
Samantha R
Dec, 2025
Had a fabulous day. The whole experience was very well organised and there were lots of activities to keep the children busy and entertained.
Would highly recommend going here for a day out – particularly the festive experience.
Andrea R
FAQs / T&Cs and things to note…
Do I have to book in advance?
Yes! Our Christmas Event is hugely popular and most days sell out so pre-booking is required for all days.
What is included in the ticket price?
✨ North Pole Passport – Collect magical stamps as you journey through the North Pole.
🎅 Private Visit with Santa – Enjoy a magical one-to-one family visit with Father Christmas in his beautifully decorated grotto. Every child will receive a Gold Coin from Santa to spend in the Toy Emporium. (Under 1s do not receive a Gold Coin or gift.)
🧸 The Toy Emporium – Exchange your Gold Coin for a gift of your choice and take home a special Christmas present from Santa.
📮 Santa’s Sorting Office – Write and post a thank-you postcard to Santa and collect your passport stamp.
🍪 Mrs Claus’s Cosy Kitchen – Decorate your very own gingerbread man to take home. (Not included for Under 1s.)
🎭 The Elf Show – Join the North Pole Elves for a festive interactive show packed with laughter, Christmas magic and audience participation.
🐧 Pudding’s Teddy Workshop – Build your very own Pudding the Penguin teddy to take home and treasure forever. (Not included for Under 1s.)
🐐 Santa’s Stables – Meet our friendly farm animals, create Magical Reindeer Dust and enjoy the outdoor play areas (weather permitting).
North Pole Treats & Keepsakes 🪙
❄️ Snowflake Square – Relax in our festive Christmas village, complete with covered seating, seasonal food and drinks, festive atmosphere and marshmallow toasting.
☕ The Toasty Tourer – Available throughout your visit serving festive drinks and seasonal treats. (Food and drink purchased separately.)
🔥 S’mores Kit
Gather around the fire and create your very own delicious S’mores! Each kit includes marshmallows and chocolate biscuits, ready to toast, squish and enjoy. A festive favourite that’s perfect for making magical Christmas memories.
👕 Pudding the Penguin Outfits
Complete your Pudding the Penguin with an optional outfit! Choose from a range of fun and festive styles to personalise your new friend and make them truly your own.
🪙 Kringle Coins
The official currency of The Great Yorkshire Christmas! Kringle Coins work just like real money here at the North Pole and can be spent on sweet treats, hot chocolates and souvenirs throughout your visit. Any unused Kringle Coins can be exchanged back for cash before you leave or kept as a magical memento of your adventure.
🔥 Marshmallow Toasting
Toast fluffy marshmallows over the fire pits in Snowflake Square and enjoy a cosy festive treat with family and friends. The perfect way to warm up and soak up the Christmas atmosphere.
📸 Professional Santa Photographs
Capture the magic of your private visit with Santa. Professional photographs will be available to view and purchase during your visit.
Who needs a ticket?
Everybody attending the Christmas Experience will require a ticket including Adults and Children under 1
Is the £50 Buy Now, Sleigh Later deposit per person or per booking?
You only need to add 1 Buy Now, Sleigh Later deposit to your basket. The £50 deposit secures your chosen date and time slot.
Once you’ve added the deposit, you can then select how many adults, children and under-1s will be attending. Just make sure you check the ticket prices for your chosen date, as this will determine the balance you’ll owe later.
At the beginning of October, we’ll email a payment link to the email address used when booking. The remaining balance (minus your £50 deposit) must then be paid by 31st October 2026.
What age is the Christmas Experience Suitable for?
The Christmas Experience is designed for everyone to enjoy – children and grown-ups alike!
Do adults need to pay to for the Father Christmas Experience?
Yes, all adults are required to purchase a ticket. The experience is designed for the whole family, and many visitors tell us the grown-ups enjoy the magic just as much as the children!
Do I need to pay for a baby?
Yes all children will need a ticket, the under 1 price will cover the cost of the gift that Santa will give when in the grotto – Santa can’t be seen to not give any child a gift. The cost of the tickets pays for the gift.
What are Kringles
Kringles are a special currency used here at the North Pole!
You can use your Kringles throughout your visit to purchase festive treats, gifts, marshmallow toasting, hot chocolates and more from locations across the farm, including Snowflake Square.
Each Kringle is worth £1 and can be purchased in advance or on the day of your visit. Don’t worry if you don’t spend them all – we’ll happily exchange any unused Kringles back at the end of your visit if you wish.
We also accept credit and debit cards throughout the farm.
Can we pet the Animals?
During the Christmas Experience, we won’t have any petting activities running, but you can still purchase animal food to feed the barn animals.
How do I tell Santa what my Child wants for Christmas?
When you book your tickets, there will be fields to fill in with questions about your child so Santa knows their wishes. Please ensure this information is accurately provided.
Do we offer SEN Sessions?
We don’t run specific SEN-only sessions, however the Christmas Experience at Monk Park Farm has been designed to be inclusive and accessible for everyone. Each family enjoys a private visit with Santa, and capacity is carefully managed so activities aren’t too crowded or overwhelming. Experiences are spread throughout the farm to allow plenty of space, and for those who prefer a quieter atmosphere, the earliest and latest time slots in the day tend to be the calmest.
Do you offer free carer tickets for The Great Yorkshire Christmas?
For standard farm admission and most special events, we are pleased to offer complimentary Essential Companion tickets. However, The Great Yorkshire Christmas is a premium, capacity-controlled event, so free Essential Companion tickets are not available.
As every guest attending takes part in the experience and occupies one of the limited spaces available, Essential Companion tickets are instead discounted by the value of our standard farm admission ticket (£12.45). The remaining ticket cost covers the Christmas activities, experiences and gifts included within The Great Yorkshire Christmas.
A valid Nimbus Access Card or Monk Park Farm Nimbus Registered ID showing the +1 symbol must be presented on arrival, and the ID number must be entered at checkout when booking online.
Failure to produce valid supporting ID on arrival will result in the full admission price being charged.
What is Build a Bear and is it included?
Children will visit Pudding’s Teddy Workshop, where they’ll create their very own Pudding the Penguin teddy to take home and treasure as a special reminder of their magical North Pole adventure.
Want to make Pudding extra special? A range of outfits will be available to purchase in advance or on the day, allowing children to personalise their new festive friend.
Please note: Pudding the Penguin is included for full-paying child tickets only and is not included with Under 1 tickets.
Cancellation / Amendment Policy
If you have created an account when purchasing your tickets, you can log in to modify your booking up to 72 hours before the event, subject to availability. If you do not have an account and need to make changes or cancel your booking, please email eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk with your booking reference. In the event of a cancellation, refunds are not available. However, a credit voucher will be issued, which can be used for a future visit within 12 months, subject to a £2 administration fee per person plus any booking fees. Please note that cancellations made within 24 hours of the event do not qualify for a credit voucher.
What time do we need to arrive?
When booking your tickets at Monk Park Farm, you will select your preferred time to visit Santa, which will also serve as your admission time to the farm. Please ensure you arrive at the farm 15 minutes before your designated time slot to check in and receive all necessary information for your visit.
How long does the experience last?
The Great Yorkshire Christmas is designed to be a magical journey that unfolds at a relaxed pace. Most families spend around 2.5 to 3 hours enjoying all the festive activities, but you’re welcome to linger a little longer to explore the animals, play areas, and café before heading home.
What if we are late?
Are there places to eat?
Yes! Snowflake Square will be open throughout your visit, offering a range of festive food, drinks and seasonal treats for the whole family to enjoy.
You can warm up with a luxury hot chocolate, freshly brewed coffee or mulled wine from The Toasty Tourer, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy marshmallow toasting around the fire pits.
There will also be plenty of sweet treats and festive goodies available to purchase during your North Pole adventure.
Souvenir Photographs
In Santas Grotto we will take a couple of professional photographs, which you can view in the sorting office and purchase if you wish.