

Plan your visit to the Secret Forest
Seasonal Opening Hours
Festive season at the Secret Forest.
December 10th - 24th
Trail: 3:00pm – 6:30pm daily
Santa Visits: 4:00pm – 7:00pm (pre-booking essential) Please note that the time booked is the time for your Santa visit.Plan Your Visit: Allow 30–40 minutes for the trail.
Tickets:
- Adults - £15 per person
- Children - Inc Santa -£25 per person (includes present from Santa) Please note that the time booked is the time for your Santa visit.
- Children - Trail Only -£15 per person
All tickets include Secret Forest Trail -
To make the most of your experience, we recommend arriving at least 1 hour before your Santa time slot, which is the time booked on your tickets.
Tickets are limited, advance booking only...book early to avoid disappointment! Everyone requires a ticket (excluding children under 2).We understand things can change due to unforeseen circumstances, we are willing to change the date of your booking once within a calendar year. You can change your booking by following the link on your confirmation email and 48 hours notice is required (New booking must be within the same year). Unfortunately we do not process refunds so please check carefully before booking.
Children must be accompanied by an adultAdmission & Prices
All tickets must be pre-booked
2026 season tickets available soon!
Accessibility
The Secret Forest is a natural woodland trail, it is predominantly flat, however there are natural slopes and some uneven ground.
Please view our full accessibility guide here
How to get here
The best way to visit is by car.
Follow the brown signs for Hazlewood Castle and our car park is signposted from the A64 turn off.
The nearest train station is Church Fenton roughly 8 miles from The Secret Forest.
FAQs
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Visit the Secret Forest
Explore the magical realm where the legend comes to life.

Opening Times
December 10th - 24th
Trail: 3:00pm – 6:30pm dailySanta Visits: 4:00pm – 7:00pm (pre-booking essential)
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