Christmas Experience 2026
All Aboard Manchester’s Most Magical Christmas Adventure!
The elves at Cockfields Farm Park have been working around the clock to create the BIGGEST and BEST Christmas Experience yet for 2026!
They’ve taken all your favourite moments from previous years and reimagined them into one seamless, immersive festive journey… packed with magic, wonder, and unforgettable family memories.
This is Manchester’s premier family Christmas experience—and you won’t want to miss it.
*(Discounts are automatically applied on the website)
Introducing… The Cockfields Express
Step inside our full-sized immersive train experience and prepare for a journey like no other.
Depart from the station and travel through a breathtaking winter landscape as you make your way to the North Pole… where the magic of Christmas truly begins.
Your Magical Journey Awaits…
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported into a fully immersive festive world:
Wander Through Christmas Village
Your adventure begins as you explore a beautifully decorated festive village filled with Christmas cheer.
Enter the Grand Christmas Station
A spectacular station hall where excitement builds before your journey north…
Board the Cockfields Express
All aboard! Depart from the platform and journey to the North Pole in a magical train experience.
North Pole Post Office
Send your Christmas wishes straight to Santa’s sorting office.
Private Visit to Santa’s Grotto
Enjoy a special one-to-one moment with Santa and receive a magical golden coin…
Santa’s Toy Shop
Exchange your coin and choose your very own gift—because every child deserves Christmas magic.
The Enchanted Forest
Put on your magical glasses and step into a glowing, festive woodland full of surprises.
Mrs Claus’s Kitchen
Decorate a delicious festive treat (with allergy-friendly options available).
The Elf Show & Build-a-Bear Experience
Enjoy a joyful Christmas performance and take home your very own cuddly friend.
Santa’s Reindeer Stable
Visit where Santa’s reindeer prepare for their big journey and create magical reindeer dust for Christmas Eve.
And the Magic Doesn’t End There…
Your ticket includes full access to Cockfields Farm Park, so you can enjoy a full day of festive fun:
- Meet and feed the animals
- Explore the adventure playgrounds
- Bounce on the giant pillow
- Visit the reptile house
- Relax and warm up in our cosy café
What’s Included?
Every child ticket includes:
- A toy from Santa’s Toy Shop
- Build-a-Bear experience
- A decorated biscuit from Mrs Claus’s Kitchen
(Under 1s receive a toy but do not include the biscuit or Build-a-Bear experience)
Make This Christmas Unforgettable
This isn’t just a visit… it’s a fully immersive festive adventure your family will remember forever.
Join us at Cockfields Farm Park for Manchester’s most magical Christmas experience in 2026!
Important Information:
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Duration: The experience lasts approximately 2 hours (you are welcome to stay on the farm longer)
Grotto Capacity: The grotto comfortably accommodates up to 6 people. You may purchase more than 6 tickets for different families, but please note the grotto space itself is limited to 6 guests at a time.
Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. Late arrival may result in your tickets being invalidated.
Access to the Farm: Access to the farm will only be granted at your booked time. Please do not arrive more than 10 minutes early.
Prams & Pushchairs: We kindly ask that prams and pushchairs are left at the designated pram station, which you can collect after your grotto visit. Exceptions will be made for wheelchair users and guests with reduced mobility. Please be aware that the area around the North Pole features loose surfaces.
Terms & Conditions:
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Please carefully review and confirm your order at each step during the ticket purchase process.
-
Once purchased, bookings cannot be amended. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable—even in case of bad weather.
-
For children under 16 who prefer not to participate in the Christmas activities, an Adult Ticket may be purchased.
-
Your ticket is valid only for the session you have booked and cannot be used for any other session.
-
Please bring your booking confirmation with you on the day, either printed or on your smartphone.
Ticket options
All Aboard Manchester’s Most Magical Christmas Adventure!
The elves at Cockfields Farm Park have been working around the clock to create the BIGGEST and BEST Christmas Experience yet for 2026!
They’ve taken all your favourite moments from previous years and reimagined them into one seamless, immersive festive journey… packed with magic, wonder, and unforgettable family memories.
This is Manchester’s premier family Christmas experience—and you won’t want to miss it.
*(Discounts are automatically applied on the website)
Introducing… The Cockfields Express
Step inside our full-sized immersive train experience and prepare for a journey like no other.
Depart from the station and travel through a breathtaking winter landscape as you make your way to the North Pole… where the magic of Christmas truly begins.
Your Magical Journey Awaits…
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported into a fully immersive festive world:
Wander Through Christmas Village
Your adventure begins as you explore a beautifully decorated festive village filled with Christmas cheer.
Enter the Grand Christmas Station
A spectacular station hall where excitement builds before your journey north…
Board the Cockfields Express
All aboard! Depart from the platform and journey to the North Pole in a magical train experience.
North Pole Post Office
Send your Christmas wishes straight to Santa’s sorting office.
Private Visit to Santa’s Grotto
Enjoy a special one-to-one moment with Santa and receive a magical golden coin…
Santa’s Toy Shop
Exchange your coin and choose your very own gift—because every child deserves Christmas magic.
The Enchanted Forest
Put on your magical glasses and step into a glowing, festive woodland full of surprises.
Mrs Claus’s Kitchen
Decorate a delicious festive treat (with allergy-friendly options available).
The Elf Show & Build-a-Bear Experience
Enjoy a joyful Christmas performance and take home your very own cuddly friend.
Santa’s Reindeer Stable
Visit where Santa’s reindeer prepare for their big journey and create magical reindeer dust for Christmas Eve.
And the Magic Doesn’t End There…
Your ticket includes full access to Cockfields Farm Park, so you can enjoy a full day of festive fun:
- Meet and feed the animals
- Explore the adventure playgrounds
- Bounce on the giant pillow
- Visit the reptile house
- Relax and warm up in our cosy café
What’s Included?
Every child ticket includes:
- A toy from Santa’s Toy Shop
- Build-a-Bear experience
- A decorated biscuit from Mrs Claus’s Kitchen
(Under 1s receive a toy but do not include the biscuit or Build-a-Bear experience)
Make This Christmas Unforgettable
This isn’t just a visit… it’s a fully immersive festive adventure your family will remember forever.
Join us at Cockfields Farm Park for Manchester’s most magical Christmas experience in 2026!
Important Information:
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Duration: The experience lasts approximately 2 hours (you are welcome to stay on the farm longer)
Grotto Capacity: The grotto comfortably accommodates up to 6 people. You may purchase more than 6 tickets for different families, but please note the grotto space itself is limited to 6 guests at a time.
Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. Late arrival may result in your tickets being invalidated.
Access to the Farm: Access to the farm will only be granted at your booked time. Please do not arrive more than 10 minutes early.
Prams & Pushchairs: We kindly ask that prams and pushchairs are left at the designated pram station, which you can collect after your grotto visit. Exceptions will be made for wheelchair users and guests with reduced mobility. Please be aware that the area around the North Pole features loose surfaces.
Terms & Conditions:
-
Please carefully review and confirm your order at each step during the ticket purchase process.
-
Once purchased, bookings cannot be amended. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable—even in case of bad weather.
-
For children under 16 who prefer not to participate in the Christmas activities, an Adult Ticket may be purchased.
-
Your ticket is valid only for the session you have booked and cannot be used for any other session.
-
Please bring your booking confirmation with you on the day, either printed or on your smartphone.
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