Mother Shipton’s Cave, on the far side of the river, is full of festive cheer with their Christmas Experience. You will be greeted by the jolly elves on arrival before a visit to Father Christmas in his grotto. Children can have their photo taken in Father Christmas’ magic sleigh, post a letter at the North Pole Post Office, create reindeer food and visit Holly Berry for some enchanting Christmas stories.

Day Two

Back in Harrogate, visit the Christmas attractions in Crescent Gardens for a morning of thrills. Book a skating session for all the family at our new Harrogate Ice Rink and go on the fairground rides. While the older children are enjoying the ice, parents can grab some hot food from one of the onsite vendors followed by some liquid refreshment from the onsite après-ski bar.

In the evening head to the Edwardian Harrogate Theatre for some traditional panto fun. This year’s performance is Aladdin. Be ready to cheer the hero and his mum, Widow Twankey and boo the evil villain, ABBAnazer. Harrogate Theatre’s panto is a festive tradition in the town and it’s sure to have you all laughing from beginning to end.