Winter Wonderlands in the UK

We’ve scouted out the best and biggest Winter Wonderlands to get you and the family in the festive spirit this Christmas. From funfair rides, delicious foods and drinks, and a meet and greet with Santa himself you’ll find plenty to enjoy this winter! 


Hyde Park, London

Wrap up warm for the ultimate Christmas experience. Running 7 days a week for 6 weeks from 18th November to 2nd January Winter Wonderland is, without doubt, the most talked-about Christmas event in the UK, with various celebrities having visited over the years, from the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince George to Tom Cruise and Naomi Campbell. This event has plenty of things to enjoy, from live music performances, to daring roller coasters and rides with ice bars and food stalls dotted around Hyde Park, be sure to make a full day and night out of this event. 

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LaplandUK, Ascot

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LaplandUK is a secret immersive wonderland for the whole family, this elven magical world offers various theatre performances from Santa and his friends so you can experience the magic within the intimacy of your own family. The award-winning experience begins with a special invitation from Father Christmas sent to your little ones sealed with wax and housed in a beautiful presentation box, requesting the help of your child this year to make toys for all the boys and girls. 

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Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole, Somerset

Running for over 15 years, Wookey Hole’s Winter Wonderland will get you feeling festive as you and your family experience the biggest underground cave light spectacular. This family fun adventure will get you feeling the festivities as you become fully immersed in the 4D experience equipped with moving seats, 3D visuals, wind effects and sprinklers! And of course, no trip will be complete without meeting the big boss himself where Santa will be giving gifts to all the good boys and girls. 

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Winter Wonderland, Cardiff

Cardiff’s famous and much-loved Winter Wonderland will be back, bigger and better for 2022, and it’s not like anything you’ve seen before. Split across two locations in the heart of the city centre, visitors can experience Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland at both Cardiff Castle where you can enjoy festive food and drinks and a picturesque ice rink overlooking the Norman Keep. Alongside City Hall Lawn where there will be plenty of funfair attractions including an Ice Bar, Ski lodge bar, and various food and drinks to keep your belly warm and full. 

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Christmas at Peppa Pig World, Hampshire

Christmas at Paultons will take place on selected dates between Saturday 3rd December to Friday the 23rd December 2021See giant Christmas trees, Santa in his sleigh and enjoy seasonal music and song. Snap a photo with Peppa and George wrapped up in their winter hats, scarves and coats for a special festive souvenir.

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Conkers Winter Wonderland, Derbyshire

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Wrap up warm and get ready for a silly Elf adventure at Conkers Winter Wonderland. You and your family will be greeted by Santa’s Chief Elf and his team, who will send you through the Enchanted Forest and the Valley of Christmas Lights to discover Santa’s Woodland Grotto. Upon arrival, each adult receives mulled wine with a special treat and children can choose from the yummy selection of Mrs Clause’s freshly baked cookies! During your visit, you will take a trip on Head Elf’s Twinkle Toes Train, meet the Balloon Modeller and watch the magical Christmas performances on offer. 

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Santa’s Winter Wonderland at SnowDome, Tamworth

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Experience REAL snow this Christmas, for the 17th year running Santa returns to SnowDome. This magical wonderland in the snow returns along with an extended reception area plus a larger theatre for a Covid secure experience. With real snow, real animals, and their brand new winter wonderland show it’s the ultimate adventure this winter that will give your little ones a Christmas they won’t forget. 

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