Christmas Experience

The Grumpy Grotto

Manchester's Grumpiest Christmas Experience is back!

This December, the Grump is trying his best once again to steal Christmas but we need your help to outsmart him and bring back the festive magic!

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Zip World Manchester

Heaton Park, M25 2GT

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Your ticket

One ticket suits all so dive into the magic – fun for ages 3+!

Duration

This event takes place on weekends during the 6th-24th December. Sessions last 1 hour.

Restrictions

The Grumpy Grotto is perfect for kids aged 3+ to enjoy festive fun!

Family friendly fun!

Designed for kids and adults to enjoy together, making it a perfect festive outing for creating lasting memories.

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A small clip but a big day out

Take a closer look at what you can expect from Manchester's grumpiest family-friendly Christmas event!

Join us on the Treetop Nets of Zip World Manchester this festive season, where the Grumpy Grotto awaits!

This family-friendly Christmas quest will see you leaping, running and exploring the huge treetop bouncy nets, whilst sneaking into the Grumpy Grotto to steal back Christmas from the infamous Grump!

The Grump’s Grotto Challenge!

The Grump will be patrolling his stash of stolen presents in the treetop grotto, and it’s your job to recover them and replace them with lumps of coal whilst he’s not looking. Embark on this exciting hour long festive quest and enjoy a playful, up close encounter with the Grump as you help keep the holiday spirit alive.

Festive Fun in the Forest!

Located in Heaton Park, and a quick tram ride from Manchester city centre, this family Christmas adventure is perfect for kids over the age of 3, and is a wonderful alternative to a traditional Santa’s Grotto, where your little ones get the chance to burn off plenty of energy and enjoy a shared experience in the great outdoors!

Interactive play!

Watch your kids squeal with laughter and excitement as they chase after The Grump in this unforgettable festive adventure! Bursting with mischief, surprises, and plenty of giggles along the way, this immersive experience gets the whole family involved in the very best kind of interactive play. From the moment The Grump appears, little ones will be running, laughing, and creating magical Christmas memories. There truly is nothing quite like this Christmas event anywhere else.

Restrictions

Before booking this adventure, please carefully review the following restrictions to ensure you and your party meet the minimum participation requirements. Any participant under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over, and in most cases, an adult must take part in the group unless stated otherwise.

Supervision for under 18’s

Children aged 3 - 4 require 1 participating adult in respect of 3 children

Children aged 5 - 17 require 1 spectating adult required. Participation is encouraged but optional

Max Weight

Participants must weigh no more than 130kg to take part in this adventure

Suitable Footwear

Closed-toes, flat shoes are required such as trainers or boots. Open-toed or any shoes such as high heels, crocs or flip flops, are not permitted.

Walking Ability

Due to the nature of this adventure, everyone must be able to walk and be physically fit. Babe in arms are not permitted

Min Age

You must be at least 3 years old to take part in this adventure

Headscarves and Scarves

For safety reasons, headscarves or scarves must not be tied, pinned, or wrapped around the neck

Pre-existing Injuries

Anyone with injuries or conditions such as weak ankles or knees should not take part in this adventure.

Jewellery

Facial jewellery is not permitted on this adventure. You will be asked to remove it completely or tape it over, depending on its location, before taking part.

How to find us

Situated within the expansive and historic Heaton Park, Zip World Manchester offers a thrilling escape right in the city. Just a few miles from Manchester's bustling city center, our adventure park is easily accessible by car, with plenty of parking available. Public transport options, including buses and trams, conveniently serve the park, making it simple to reach us for an unforgettable experience amidst the park's beautiful landscapes.

Manchester

We recommend using public transport, but you'll have no trouble reaching us regardless of your mode of travel.

Address

Heaton Park, Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, M25 2GT

Zip World Manchester

Heaton Park, M25 2GT

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St Margaret's Road, Besses o' th' Barn, Heaton Park, M25 2GT, Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom