BOOK NOW

**During weekends in December and Mon 22nd & Tues 23rd December, the park is open to Christmas ticket holders only. It is closed to the public**

enquiries@murtonpark.co.uk 01904 489966

< What's On

Christmas at Murton Park

A magical experience awaits...

Book Now

Various

Throughout The Day

Create unforgettable Christmas memories at Murton Park.

The excitement is already in the air as we prepare to welcome you this year! From twinkling lights to the scent of gingerbread, Murton Park will be filled with seasonal spirit. Our elves are working hard to make your visit magical and memorable.

Whether you’re crafting with Tink the Elf or learning gift-wrapping with Mother Christmas, there’s joy for all ages. So bundle up in your warmest scarf and mittens, and get ready for a delightful experience.

BOOK NOW

Christmas at Murton Park

Wander through Santa’s village and encounter his mischievous elves before visiting the big man himself in his cozy log cabin, (along with other children). You’ll have the chance to share your Christmas wishes, and in return, he’ll provide each of you with special North Pole currency to spend in his enchanting toy shop. What a delightful experience!

Following your visit, you can capture a memorable photo with Santa, write a wish to hang on our wish tree, sneak a peek inside his and Mother Christmas’ home, and enjoy some festive activities throughout the village.

Dates

Weekends in November/December:

Sat 29^th/Sun 30^th November, Sat 6^th/Sun 7^th December, Sat 13^th/Sun 14^th December & Sat 20^th-Tues 23^rd December.

Prices

Tickets are £12* per adult, £22* per child, and £5* for children aged 0-1 year old, and are available to book online only.

IMPORTANT: The time slot you choose for Christmas at Murton Park is the time that you will visit Santa. You can arrive at any time, as long as you are on site at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time with Santa.

The first train is due to run at 9.45 am and the last train at 5.05 pm. The last Mother Christmas show is at 5 pm. If you book a later slot with Santa, we suggest arriving a little earlier to take a train ride and to see Mother Christmas’s show first.

BOOK NOW

After exploring the magical toy shop and using your North Pole currency, the next adventure is entirely up to you!

The John Sawkill building houses the Cheeky Elf Driving School—drive with care, Santa’s watching any speedsters! (No one wants to land on the naughty list!)
In the main area, Tink the Elf is eager to craft with you in her delightful workshop.
And there’s more. We’re talking free reindeer food for the kids (because who can forget Rudolph?), and adults get a scrumptious mince pie, on the house!
Feeling peckish? The Yorkshire Barn Café in the main building tempts you with homemade meals and sweet treats. Plus, enjoy some festive drinks! A pop-up in the John Sawkill building will also appear from December 6, 2025.

All aboard!

Fladam Theatre

SLEIGH IT AIN’T SO! Murton’s most mischievous villain, FROSTBITE, is up to SNOW good again – luckily, the REINDEER DETECTIVES are on the case! But they need your help… Award-nominated FLADAM THEATRE return to the Derwent Valley Light Railway this Christmas with a marvellously merry musical mystery!

Not forgetting Mother Christmas…

School’s in session with the fabulously festive (and delightfully mischievous) Mother Christmas – and her equally impish teaching assistant Elf! Step into their classroom for 20 minutes of yuletide mayhem – packed with Elfercise, singalongs, slapstick silliness, and special moments of Makaton signing to make sure everyone can join in the fun. You’ll learn your ABCs (All Boxes Covered), master essential elf-skills, and – if you pass – earn your place as one of Santa’s Stealth Elves, keeping an eye out for who’s naughty and who’s nice. The grand finale? Mother Christmas’s famously cheeky version of Twas The Night Before Christmas. A wonderfully wild class full of mischief and magic – and definitely one you won’t want to miss!

Ticket prices

Tickets are £12* per adult, £22* per child and £5* for 0-1 year olds and are available to book online only.

SEN Quiet Weekend

For a more relaxed experience, consider booking tickets on the first weekend, Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November, when Santa slots are longer and less crowded.

*A booking fee will be charged per order for both events. The time slot you choose for Christmas at Murton Park, is the time that you will visit Santa. You will need to arrive 30 minutes prior to your booked slot. For full T’s & C’s and FAQs, see below.

Please print out your tickets and bring them along with you on the day or have the email ready to view on your smartphone.

Christmas at Murton Park
Click to play video

Gallery

FAQs

Where is Murton Park?

We are located to the East of York in the Village of Murton. The postcode is YO19 5UF.

Conveniently this is near the A64, making it incredibly easy by car. You can follow brown signs for ‘Yorkshire Museum of Farming’. If you are feeling energetic we are also on Sustrans cycle route 66.

When you arrive please follow signs showing you where to park.

What dates is the Christmas event running?

Christmas at Murton Park runs throughout November/December: Sat 29^th/Sun 30^th November, Sat 6^th/Sun 7^th December, Sat 13^th/Sun 14^th December & Sat 20^th-Tues 23^rd December.

Sessions starts at 9.20am, every 20 minutes until 4.20pm everyday.

Can we pay on the door?

All tickets must be pre-booked at www.murtonpark.co.uk

We are unable to accept walk-ins on the day.

What if my child is older and doesn’t want a present from Santa?

You can purchase a £12 adult ticket for Christmas at Murton Park.

Do I have to pay for my baby?

Christmas at Murton Park: Tickets for babe-in-arms (under the age of one) are £5 and include a gift. We do ask that in the audience with Santa they sit on an adult’s knee.

Do adults pay?

Christmas at Murton Park: Yes, it is £12 for an adult. As well as the experience of walking through Santa’s village, meeting the elves and having an audience with Santa, all adults will receive a mince pie.

The only exception to this is carers with a valid carers card, who will be charged £7 each.

Do carers pay?

Christmas with Murton Park: Yes, it is £7 per carer with a valid carer’s card. Tickets must be booked in advance on www.murtonpark.co.uk

Are tickets refundable?

All tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the event, we require 24 hours notice. We will do our best to transfer you to another date for the 2026 event.

Can I bring a dog?

Unfortunately it is not possible to bring a dog to the Christmas event. We also ask that dogs are not left in cars whilst you attend the event.

What if I miss my slot with Santa?

Christmas at Murton Park: We can only fit a certain number of people into the audience with Santa. If there is space we will try to accommodate you but it may not be possible.

What time should I arrive?

Christmas at Murton Park: We ask that you arrive at site 30 minutes before your booked slot with Santa. You will be welcomed onto Santa’s village 10 minutes before your slot.

How long will the visit last?

Christmas at Murton Park: We expect the visit to site to last around 2 hours, however you are welcome to stay and play / explore the site all day should you wish to do so.

Is there food available on site?

Christmas at Murton Park: Yes, The Yorkshire Barn Café will be serving homemade tasty meals / lunches as well as snacks and hot and cold drinks.

Can I buy additional mince pies for my children?

Christmas at Murton Park: Yes of course, in the Toyshop all adults will receive a free mince pie and you will be able to buy additional ones and other tasty treats if you wish.

Can I bring my child in a buggy?

Christmas at Murton Park: We know little legs can get tired and are welcome in buggies everywhere except in the audience with Santa, this is due to space (however, there will be a buggy park outside Santa’s cabin). We are also not able to fit buggies on the train, however there will be a buggy park at the station.

How much of this event takes place outdoors?

Christmas at Murton Park: Large parts of this event are outdoors. The audience with Santa and Magic Toy shop are under cover but warm outdoor clothing is strongly advised.

What happens if it rains?

Christmas at Murton Park: We operate in all weathers. The audience with Santa, Magic Toyshop and main building where the toilets and shop are situated are all undercover. We strongly advise winter clothing.

Will the toilet facilities be open?

Yes, the toilets will be open. We have a dedicated member of staff on site who will be cleaning them throughout the day.

Be the first to hear about our seasonal events, latest offers and news.

Murton Park is the trading name of the below companies:
© 2025 Yorkshire Museum of Farming Ltd.
Co No 01522789 (England & Wales) Charity No 510900 Trading Company: YMF Services Ltd Co No 2761415 (England & Wales) VAT No 599 0734 89

Website by Alpha Creative