Tilgate Park’s Magical Christmas 2025

Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas returns for 2025!

Dates & times: 6–7, 13–14 & 20–23 December 2025, 10am–6pm
Where: Walled Garden, Tilgate Park, Crawley
Entry: Free (individual activities/food may have separate charges)
Santa visits: Advance booking required — secure your slot here: https://orlo.uk/1JcSS

What’s On

Free shows — new for 2025: ‘The Lost Laugh’ (4× daily)

Poor Nissel. The elf has forgotten how to laugh, and what’s Christmas without a giggle? Luckily her very funny friend Nossol is here to help, and you get to join in. Bring your best ho, ho, ho and help save Christmas!

• Performed in the marquee
• Four performances each day
• Interactive family fun

Food stalls

Warm up with festive favourites.

• German sausages fresh from the swing grill
• Toast-your-own marshmallows over the fire.
• Yorkshire pudding wraps (back by popular demand)
• Cosy mulled wine to keep the chill away.

Christmas treats & gift stalls

Step into the festive marquee and browse:

• A rotating selection of stalls each day
• Unique gifts, crafts and seasonal goodies.
• Always something new to discover!

Funfair rides

• Festive, family-friendly rides in the arena
• Perfect for a quick spin between snacks and shows

Christmas escape room (kids)

• Actor-led escape adventure designed for children
• Provided by Plot Twist Events
• Tickets available soon via Plot Twist Events’ website

Impromptu performances

• Pop-up sets from local choirs and dance schools
• Various groups will perform on different dates, offering new performances to enjoy each time you visit.

Letters to Santa

• Bring your wish lists and post them in Santa’s official First Class postbox to the North Pole.

Visit Tilgate Zoo (next door).

• Learn about the animals and enjoy festive talks
• An entry charge applies.
• Closes at 4pm (last entry 3pm)

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