Return of the GUARDIANS - Christmas 2026

RETURN of the GUARDIANS is the 'Next Level' in immersive Christmas Experiences - All aboard the new arrival Train ride to begin an Epic journey into the magical realm of Elven, with a Hogwarts style Elf in training story quest trail which unfolds through enchanted lakeside and mystical woodland, explore the hidden snow capped Elf Town with movie quality scene sets and enthralling stage shows, for an unforgettable memory making visit to meet Father Christmas and his reindeer herds.

Turn your magical visit into a great festive get away and take advantage of our lower priced early and late timeslots. View some local hotel suggestions lower down page.

Enter through the Magical Portal straight to Santa’s hidden world, where young human folk will learn the ways of Elfhood, discover Christmas Magic and meet Santa's real reindeer herds before helping the Elves make toys in their Toy Workshop and visit Father Christmas himself, one family at a time. 

Enjoy a Christmas experience that will capture the imagination of big and little human folk alike and explore the hidden realm of Elven, meet it's characters and help the Elves build toys, take your seats for our all new Theatre Shows and enjoy Crafts, Festive Food and drinks, Mulled Wine, Toast Marshmallows and much more. And there's lots of photo opportunities along the way too,... perfect for the Christmas album! 

Thank you all for the 100's  of 5* Reviews last year! We loved it… and it looks like you did too! So we're back with an even better Chapter 2!: 'RETURN of the GUARDIANS'. 

***** “Thank you so much for such a magical experience. We absolutely loved it.My Husband and I both commented on how Christmassy we both felt. It was like stepping into a Christmas movie! Our daughter loved it too and even though she's nearly nine, you could tell she was feeling the magic!” -Nicci G..., 2025 

***** "I have no words. This was the most amazing christmas experience my son has ever had. Every part of it was so magical and well organised all the elves, the band, all the characters were so lovely and great at getting the kids involved." - Chloe P...,2025

***** "Absolute perfect Christmas Experience x From start to finish everything was so well organised. Making magical memories. Every member of the team was warm and welcoming. Each year the Reindeer Lodge just keeps getting better x Thank you & Merry Christmas xx" - Louise D..., 2025

***** "...Came with my 5 year old and his grandparents, the whole experience was amazing and very magical for my son. It's very difficult to do something nowadays that hasn't berm done or impressive for kids . The whole experience was so well designed and planned, you think you are done and other things keep coming. I dont normally leave reviews but seeing how excited it made my 5 year old and even my 86 year old mother felt I has to.. thank you" - Frank T..., 2025

***** "The best Christmas event we have ever experienced! Every moment was perfectly thought through, from the moment we arrived to the moment we left! The staff really go out of their way to make sure the Christmas magic is made the most fun for the kids and they were absolutely incredible with my special needs son, making sure to interact and include him in everything. We travelled from Wolverhampton and will most definitely be returning. It’s worth every single penny and the kids loved every single moment we were there. I definitely recommend!" - Zoe H..., 2025

***** "Wow the most magical amazing experience they covered everything i can’t say enough good stuff about it wow the staff are amazing the paces is out of this world it was so magical and I’ll be coming here every year from now on" - Stella H..., 2025

So you've got lots to do already included in your visit, entry tickets include access to all displays and performances, New Stage Shows, Toy Making in the Toy Workshop, Letters to Santa in the Post Office, all Reindeer displays and talks, all Character performances, new play area, Santa's Grotto visit with gift for every child, along with free parking for one car*. 

Food and drinks including Toasted Marshmallows, VR Sleigh Ride, souvenir photographs and other retail items are optional and not included in the ticket price, but they can be purchased separately on the day of your visit.

• Please book your TICKETS per family grotto visit so we can allocate your time with Father Christmas.
• *x1 free parking space is included (one car park space per booking/grotto visit). If you are travelling in more than one vehicle for the same grotto visit please purchase an additional parking space on the 2nd page of booking. 
• Baby & Toddlers (age 0-2 years) have a discounted ticket which can be added on the second page of booking. Do not include them in your group size at full price ticket prices.
• Visits are expected to last around 2.5 to 3 hours, ending with your visit to Santa's Grotto. 
• Please read our FAQ's and Terms & Conditions before booking to ensure the event is suitable for you.
• Tickets are non-refundable and once booked do not provide for customer cancellation. Please read our FAQ's and Terms & Conditions

• For your peace of mind, ticket refund protection can be purchased at checkout through a Third Party Provider, which may provide cover should you not be able to attend your ticket time due to illness, weather or travel disruption.  Please read their Terms and Conditions before check out to ensure the policy is suitable for you before purchasing. Refund Protection can not be amended or transferred after purchase and only relates to the ticket time, date and items purchased at the time of taking out refund protection. 

Payment Options

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Turn your magical visit into a great festive get away and take advantage of our lower priced early and late timeslots.

If you are travelling from out of the area, here’s some ideas to help to create a fun packed festive weekend away.

Beaufort Park Hotel – Our closest Hotel at only 10 minutes away - New Brighton Road, Mold CH7 6RQ – www.beaufortparkhotel.co.uk

A nice family friendly hotel with Family Rooms or Dog friendly rooms available. Book by phone and mention your Reindeer Lodge visit for special rates on Tel: 01352 758 646.

Here’s a few suggestions you can also look at booking in easy reach of the hotel to make the most of your visit.

• Panto at Theatre Clwyd (3 min from hotel) 
• Ice Skating Winter Wonderland – Deeside Leisure Park (10 min from hotel) 
• Deeside Inflatable Park (10 min from hotel) 
• Infunity soft play (4 min from hotel) 
• Mold Town Centre (5 min from hotel)
• Chester City Centre (15 min from hotel)
• Conway Castle (45 min from hotel) 
• British Ironworks Sculpture Park (48min from hotel) 

Travel Lodge – Cheshire Oaks – 27 minutes away - Coliseum Leisure Park, Coliseum Way, Ellesmere Port, CH65 9HD, UK

Not the closest place to stay, but for the sheer amount of entertainment and family activities it has on the hotel doorstep in the Outlet Village and Coliseum complex it’s a winner with nice Christmas lighting.

• Cheshire Oaks McArtherGlen Outlet Village for some Christmas shopping and it’s Christmas Village at Cheshire Oaks with big Wheel and lights. 
• Coliseum Leisure Park - includes Vue Cinema, Ten Pin Bowling, Laser Tag, Escape Rooms, Indoor Crazy Golf and a range of family restaurants.
• Flip Out trampoline park (5 min from hotel) 
• Chester Zoo (10 minutes from hotel) 
• Chester City Centre (15 minutes)

These are just a few suggestions, but there are lots of other hotels within a 25 minutes drive across Flintshire, Chester and Wrexham.