Father Christmas 2026
Event Details
Dates
Sat 21 – Sun 22 Nov '26
Sat 28 – Sun 29 Nov '26
Sat 5 – Sun 6 Dec '26
Sat 12 – Sun 13 Dec '26
Sat 19 – Wed 23 Dec '26
Event runs in sessions
09:00 – 19:30
Location
Bolton AbbeyRecommended ages
3 years+
Type
Outdoor
About this event
Father Christmas is part of the events programme at the Bolton Abbey Estate near Skipton, North Yorkshire.
Father Christmas shares his magical winter village with families again, bringing bushcraft adventure and festive tradition together in the heart of Bolton Abbey village.
What to expect:
- 21, 22, 28, 29 November and 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 December 2026
- Guided fire lighting, storytelling and crafting under twinkling lights
- Self-led marshmallow toasting and reindeer hoopla
- Christmas traditions from Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, America and Australia
- Meet Father Christmas in his cabin and keep a bespoke Bolton Abbey decoration
- "The event is not suitable for children under the age of 3"
- Runs 9.00am-7.30pm, last timeslot 6.00pm; sessions last about 90 minutes
- Outdoors with some shelter - wrap up warm; a torch is advisable after dusk
- Child tickets "21, 22, 28, 29 November - £25.00; 5, 6, 12, 13 December - £30.00; 19-23 December - £35.00"; "Adult - £12.50"
More Details
Booking
Book in advance
Arrival
At start time
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Location
Get directionsExplore 30,000 acres of Yorkshire Dales countryside featuring ancient ruins, woodland trails, riverside walks and year-round family events from curlew safaris to Christmas celebrations.
What this place offers
Last updated: 11 Oct 2026
