Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas returns for 2025!

Join us on 6/7, 13/14, and 20-23 December from 10am to 6pm for a variety of fun and festive activities in the Walled Garden!

There's so much happening at Magical Christmas this year that even we're struggling to keep up! Make sure you don't miss our annual Tilgate tradition to get that warm and festive feeling in your belly (and no, we're not just talking about the mulled wine...). Entry to the event is free, however, if you are looking to visit Santa, your tickets must be booked in advance at www.tilgateparkchristmas.co.uk . Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, so secure your spot today!

Here's what's on this year:

Choose from one of two grotto experiences

Story Time with Santa or Santa's Grotto. Each child will receive a special gift from Santa and a voucher for £1 entry to the zoo (valid until March 31 2026)

Free shows

Showing four times a day in the marquee is our new for 2025 show, 'The Lost Laugh'. Poor Nissel the elf has forgotten how to laugh, and what's Christmas without a little laughter!? Fortunately for her, her very funny friend, Nossol, is here to remind Nissel how to find the fun and laugh once again - with your help, of course! So, what are you waiting for? Bring your best ‘ho, ho, ho’, and let's help save Christmas!

Variety acts

Each and every day of Magical Christmas will see impromptu performances from local talent - dancing, acting, and singing; you name it, we're showcasing it!

Craft market

Doubling in size for this year is the Christmas market, hosted by Crawley Small Business & Makers Market. Have a search through local makers goods to find that special treat for someone you love (or yourself - it is Christmas, after all!)

Festive treats

You spoke, we listened. Yorkshire pudding wraps are BACK! As well as the other usual suspects, of course.

Funfair rides

The arena will host some children's funfair rides for your little elves to enjoy.

Escape room

Plot Twist Events are back with their actor-led escape game for families. Booking will be available soon on www.plottwistevents.co.uk

Tilgate Zoo

Make your day at Tilgate Zoo! The zoo will be open until 4pm each evening (last entry 3pm) and will host festive animal talks throughout the day! Tickets are available on the door or at www.tilgatezoo.co.uk