Christmas at the Walled Garden

Christmas is very special at Ripon Walled Garden. Our grounds are transformed into a Christmas Wonderland. Enjoy the woody scent of pine as you pick your perfect locally sourced premium grade Christmas tree. We also work hard to create beautiful handmade wreaths, gifts and decorations and we have our very own Santa’s Grotto – more information below.

Santa's Grotto

Saturday, 30th November & Sunday, 1st December at the Walled Garden.

Bring your little ones for a delightful visit to Santa, filled with joy and wonder. Let the children share their wishes, enjoy a gift from Santa, and revel in the magic of Christmas, here in Santa’s very own grotto at Ripon Walled Garden, for two days only!

  • Meet and greet with Santa
  • A gift bag from Santa for every child
  • Write a letter to Santa and post it in our Express Post Box
  • A festive glitter tattoo
  • Make your own reindeer food for Rudolph and his friends

Book your tickets now – limited slots available!

Christmas Tree Collections

We are now taking bookings to collect your tree on 4th/5th January 2025

Your real trees can be recycled! Ripon Community Link is a local charity supporting people with Learning and Physical Disabilities. We can collect your tree from your home after Christmas. We then work with our Members to do the important recycling work for you. This gives back to your community by supporting the valuable work of a local charity, whilst looking after our planet and making sure that your tree is disposed of in an environmentally low impact way.

Book your collection online today.

*Bookings will close at 5pm on Thursday 2nd January.

Christmas Shopping

Open 7 days from 23rd November at the Walled Garden.

Our magical Christmas shop is packed with delightful decorations and gifts, locally sourced and made by our Members. This includes; wreaths, premium trees, potted trees, hampers, cakes, decorations, gifts, festive snacks, warm spiced drinks and mince pies.

It’s the perfect place to pick up a seasonal gift for a loved one, knowing that every penny you spend is also helping local people living with learning disability.

We’re also selling Christmas gifts on our Etsy page, click the link below to find out more.

Join us for a festive family experience!

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