Winter's Tail
- Selected dates 23 Nov – 31 Dec
- Early Booking Offer from £29
- Short Breaks from £49pp
A Festive Wonderland!
Get ready to unwrap the magic of Christmas at Winter’s Tail.
Our festive extravaganza is back with select rides and attractions, Christmas panto, festive trail, Zoo talks, Snowy’s Conservation Crew in SEA LIFE and carollers singing underneath the Resort’s Christmas tree.
Whether you’re planning a winter getaway in one of our hotels or a festive day out – don’t miss out on Winter’s Tail!
New Christmas Village
Step into our new Christmas Village and be transported into a festive wonderland. Begin your journey being guided by Father Christmas’ Elves to a cozy woodfire lit Grotto. You’ll be greeted by twinkling lights, the scent of a woodfire and Father Christmas, ready to hear your wishes and spread joy to all who visit.
Then adventure into Enchanted Hollow, where you will find the Elves and their Toy Workshop. Journey through and marvel at the toy making… you may just receive an early Christmas gift!
The magic doesn’t end there, visitors to the Christmas Village can jingle away to a festive Silent Disco, see Father Christmas’ reindeers, plus much more!
Christmas Shows and Attractions
Rides & Attractions
Enjoy 17 rides and attractions, including World of Jumanji, The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure, Blue Barnacle, Room on the Broom – A Magical Journey.
Christmas Panto
This year’s Christmas Panto ‘Robin Hood’ is presented by the Seatopia residents. Get ready to boo, cheer and dance!
Sea Life
Join Snowy’s Conservation Crew in our SEA LIFE, with an interactive trail learning about incredible artic animals.
Festive Trail
Our Winter’s Tail trail will get you into the festive spirit as you venture across the Resort. The reward… a cookie from The Elf Cookie Corner.
Carollers
Head to Adventure Point, where Jingle Voices will fill the air with festive songs underneath the Resort’s 40ft Christmas Tree.
CoComelon Sing-Along
Head to the Mini Stage for festive shows and meet and greets. This year JJ and Cody from CoComelon are singing their favourite Christmas songs.
Chessington Zoo
Explore our Zoo this Winter and enjoy talks and feeds from our expert Zookeepers.
Rides & Attractions
Mandrill Mayhem
Gruffalo River Ride Adventure
Room On The Broom: A Magical Journey
Ostrich Stampede
Mamba Strike
Jungle Rangers
Adventure Tree Carousel
Blue Barnacle
Tree Top Hoppers
Trawler Trouble
Barrel Bail Out
Tiny Truckers
Amazu
Dragon's Playhouse
Griffin's Galleon
Elmer’s Flying Jumbos
(unavailable 23-24 November)
Sea Dragons
(unavailable 23-24 November)
Rides and attractions are subject to availability and may change at any time. Check our mobile app on the day of visit for more details.
A Festive Break
Book a festive family break and embark on Britain’s Wildest Sleepover this November and December! Your short break gives you access to Winter’s Tail including entry to Christmas Village, the Christmas Panto as well as selected rides and attractions. Book your festive break today!
- An overnight stay in our Themed Resort Hotels or nearby partner hotels
- 1 or 2 day entry to Winter’s Tail and Christmas Village, Theme Park, Zoo and SEA LIFE Aquarium
Plus, stay in either Safari or Azteca Themed Resort Hotels for extra hotel benefits, including:
- Rangers Academy hotel entertainment
- Access to Savannah Splash Pool †
- Delicious breakfast, FREE parking and WIFI.
Early Booking Offer* from
£29pp
Early Booking Offer
- One day entry to Winter’s Tail, and timed entry to Christmas Village (Father Christmas’ Grotto and Toy Workshop)
- Includes entry to Theme Park, Zoo, SEA LIFE
- Under 90cms entry free
Online from
£49pp
Based on a family of 4
- One or two day entry to Winter’s Tail
- Includes entry to Theme Park, Zoo, SEA LIFE and Christmas Village
- Animal meet and greets
- Rangers Academy hotel entertainment
Online from
£99
- Unlock a year's access to the UK's BIGGEST and best attractions
- Passes available for every budget
- Extra benefits including free parking, discounts and much more!
Online from
£49
SALE NOW ON
- Visit again and again and enjoy WILD adventures for all ages
- Access to ROARsome events throughout the year
- Extra benefits including discount on food, beverage and retail
Winter's Tail VIP Experiences
Per Person From
£140
- Have your very own dedicated elf come straight from the North Pole to take you around Winter’s Tail.
- Meet Father Christmas
- Meet the reindeers in training
- Meal on park
- Instant access to all open rides!
Per Person From
£30
- Snap photos and discover what makes these majestic creatures special
- 15-20 minute encounter (Min age 3+)
- Min group size of 2 people, max group size of 6
-
Adventurers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 with a ticket for the same date and time.
Per Child From
£25
- Have your very own elf come knock on your door and wake everyone up.
- Plus, a small early Christmas present.
- This can be added when booking your Festive Short Break.
PASSHOLDER PRE-BOOK
Tickets for Winter’s Tail are now live for Chessington and Merlin Annual Passholders to pre-book your entry.
Book Now*Early booking offer runs until 23:59 on the 10th November 2024. £29pp is the midweek, pre-Christmas, term-time price. From 11th November the midweek, term-time price is £35pp. See booking calendar for further ticket price details.
† Complimentary access to the Savannah Splash Pool is subject to room type. Please check this during the booking process.
Chessington World of Adventures Resort reserves the right to remove this offer at any time. It is not valid in conjunction with any other offer. All Pass types are subject to restriction dates and exclusions. Please review full terms and conditions before purchase. For a full list of Chessington Annual Pass Terms & Conditions, please visit https://www.chessington.com/legal/terms-conditions/annual-passes/. Prices subject to change at any time.
TWIXMAS – Extend the Christmas fun!
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate that time inbetween Christmas and the New Year? Look no further! With selected rides and attractions, Christmas Panto and everything else that the Zoo and SEA LIFE have to offer, Chessington World of Adventures is the ultimate destination for fun, laughter and unforgettable memories. So dust off those Christmas blues and join us with your nearest and DEERest for some post-Christmas fun.
A FESTIVE BREAK:
Book a festive family break and embark on Britain’s Wildest Sleepover! Your short break gives you access to Winter’s Tail including the Christmas Panto as well as selected rides and attractions. Book your festive break today!
- An overnight stay in our Themed Resort Hotels or nearby partner hotels
- 1-day entry to Winter’s Tail including Theme Park (selected rides and attractions), Zoo and SEA LIFE Aquarium
Plus, stay in either Safari or Azteca Themed Resort Hotels for extra hotel benefits, including:
- Rangers Academy hotel entertainment
- Access to Savannah Splash Pool †
- Delicious breakfast, FREE parking and WIFI.
What's On
Christmas Panto
Oh no it isn’t, oh yes it is! The Christmas Panto is back but with a twist – the SEATOPIA residents have a classic story to retell. So, get ready to boo, cheer and dance!
Rides & Attractions
Enjoy a selection of your favourite rides and attractions at Winter’s Tail. Find your sea legs on Trawler Trouble or if you’re feeling brave step into the Jungle and ride Mandrill Mayhem!
Festive Animals
From our Rothschild giraffes, Grevy’s zebra, meerkats and not forgetting the most festive of all reindeer! We’ve got over 1000+ animals in our Zoo and SEA LIFE to experience this Christmas.
Rides & Attractions
Mandrill Mayhem
Gruffalo River Ride Adventure
Room On The Broom: A Magical Journey
Ostrich Stampede
Mamba Strike
Jungle Rangers
Adventure Tree Carousel
Blue Barnacle
Tree Top Hoppers
Trawler Trouble
Rides and attractions are subject to availability and may change at any time. Check our mobile app on the day of visit for more details.
Online from
£20pp
- One day entry to Winter’s Tail
- Includes entry to Theme Park (selected rides and attractions), Zoo, SEA LIFE
- Under 90cms entry free
Online from
£44pp
Based on a family of 4
- One day entry to Winter’s Tail
- Includes entry to Theme Park (selected rides and attractions), Zoo and SEA LIFE
- Animal meet and greets
- Rangers Academy hotel entertainment
Online from
£99
- Unlock a year's access to the UK's BIGGEST and best attractions
- Passes available for every budget
- Extra benefits including free parking, discounts and much more!
Online from
£49
SALE NOW ON
- Visit again and again and enjoy WILD adventures for all ages
- Access to ROARsome events throughout the year
- Extra benefits including discount on food, beverage and retail
Per Person From
£30
- Snap photos and discover what makes these majestic creatures special
- 15-20 minute encounter (Min age 3+)
- Min group size of 2 people, max group size of 6
-
Adventurers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 with a ticket for the same date and time.
PASSHOLDER PRE-BOOK
Tickets for Winter’s Tail are now live for all Chessington and Merlin Annual Passholders to pre-book your entry to the Theme Park (selected rides and attractions), Zoo and SEA LIFE.
Book Now† Complimentary access to the Savannah Splash Pool is subject to room type. Please check this
Chessington World of Adventures Resort reserves the right to remove this offer at any time. It is not valid in conjunction with any other offer. All Pass types are subject to restriction dates and exclusions. Please review full terms and conditions before purchase. For a full list of Chessington Annual Pass Terms & Conditions, please visit https://www.chessington.com/legal/terms-conditions/annual-passes/. Prices subject to change at any time.
FAQs
The Christmas Village combines Father Christmas’ Grotto and Enchanted Hollow in one Magical experience, children will then receive a very special early Christmas gift in Enchanted Hollow.
When booking your tickets to Winter’s Tail, you’ll be able to select your timeslot to visit the Christmas Village. This will be the time you can enter the queue line for the Christmas Village, and will be shown on your ticket.
The Theme Park and Zoo open at 10am on the date of your visit. The time you have selected when booking your visit, is the time you can visit the Christmas Village experience.
Father Christmas’ Grotto is the first stop in the Christmas Village. Join our merry elves as they guide you through our festive wonderland to meet the big man.
Enchanted Hollow is located in the Christmas Village. You’ll make your way from Father Christmas to discover the underground town where the hustle and bustle of toy making fills the air…
Father Christmas along with his elves will be enjoying a well deserved rest after the 25th December to then start preparing for Christmas 2025. Christmas Village will not be available during this time.
Selected rides and attractions are available during Winter’s Tail. Rides and attractions include:
- Mandrill Mayhem
- Ostrich Stampede
- Mamba Strike
- The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure
- Blue Barnacle
- Jungle Rangers
- Adventure Tree Carousel
- Room on the Broom – A Magical Journey
- Tree Top Hoppers
- Trawler Trouble
- Barrel Bail Out
- Tiny Truckers
- Amazu
- Dragon’s Playhouse
- Griffin’s Galleon
- Elmer’s Flying Jumbos (unavailable 23-24 November)
- Sea Dragons (unavailable 23-24 November)
If you are a Chessington or Merlin Annual Passholder you can buy an entry only ticket.
Terms & Conditions
^Exclusion dates, planned maintenance and seasonal attraction closures apply. Please check exclusion dates and operating calendar before making your purchase. Excludes paid events. For full terms and conditions and exclusion dates, visit: https://www.chessington.com/legal/terms-conditions/annual-passes/
†Subject to availability. Offer is valid from 17 October 2024 until 23:59 on 06 November 2024. Offer is only available on Chessington Silver and Gold Annual Passes, and Chessington Adult & Pre-schooler Annual Pass and excludes Merlin Annual Passes. From £69 is based on a Chessington Silver Annual Pass when purchased new during the defined sales period. Up to 30% saving based on the discount on the new sale of a Chessington Silver Annual Pass. Passes are valid upon purchase and all Chessington Annual Passes are digital and will be received on receipt of payment. No discounts available on Chessington Annual Pass renewals. On sale price for Chessington Silver Annual Pass is £69 (RRP £99), for Chessington Gold Annual Pass is £109 (RRP £139), and for Chessington Adult & Pre-Schooler Annual Pass is £49 (RRP £59). The Chessington Adult & Pre-Schooler Annual Pass allows for mid-week, term time entry to Chessington World of Adventures, and excludes school holiday dates and weekends.
Chessington World of Adventures Resort reserves the right to remove this offer at any time. It is not valid in conjunction with any other offer. All Pass types are subject to restriction dates and exclusions. Please review full terms and conditions before purchase. For a full list of Chessington Annual Pass Terms & Conditions, please visit https://www.chessington.com/legal/terms-conditions/annual-passes/. Prices subject to change at any time.
