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Christmas at the Zoo

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Get ready to Explore the Wild this Christmas at Paignton Zoo!

This December, step into the magic of Christmas and meet Santa in his enchanting grotto. Don’t miss your chance, book your tickets today!

Every child will receive a FREE gift, enjoy a friendly chat with Santa, and capture the moment with a photo to treasure forever.

Zoo entry and Santa experience tickets start from £14.95

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Christmas elf story time activity at Paignton Zoo

Elfred Elderberry

And that’s not all – join Santa’s mischievous elf, Elfred Elderberry, for a fun-filled, festive, interactive story in his very own workshop! Can you help him spread Christmas cheer around the zoo and earn his place on Santa’s Nice List before the big day arrives?

Join Elfred in the Info Hub for story times at:
11:00 AM
12:15 PM
2:00 PM

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Spreading festive cheer

Enjoy live seasonal music throughout the festive period at the zoo, from choirs to crooners, they’re sure to get you in the Christmas mood!

Birdhouse Singers will be joining us 23 December at 11:00AM and 1:00PM.

Plus, there are Christmas crafts in the Info Hub and delicious mince pies and mulled cider available from the Island Restaurant.

Make memories this Christmas at Paignton Zoo.

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Santa and Elfred Elderberry will be visiting us on:

Saturday 13 – Sunday 14 December

Saturday 20 – Wednesday 24 December

What our visitors say

Best Santa ever

He was absolutely fantastic. Best Santa ever. Thank you for making our day on Saturday 🙂

Lisa Marie B

The whole day was very enjoyable.

We came to see Santa yesterday with our granddaughter. We all absolutely loved the whole Christmas experience. The yurt was awesome, the activities were fun and the zoo was looking very festive and Santa’s elves were a delight. The whole day was very enjoyable.

Barbara H

Best one I’ve been to

This was absolutely brilliant! Such friendly elves while you ait to see Santa, great choice of gifts! Been the best one I’ve been to! Couldn’t fault.

Meghann C