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Christmas Experience 5th - 24th of Dec

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!
From £12.00

(+£5 booking fee per order)

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Please review our adventure & medical restrictions and terms and conditions before purchasing. On-site parking charges apply. You can pre-purchase parking for select locations for £3 per vehicle per location. Select events come with free parking included.

North West

Zip World Manchester

Heaton Park, M25 2GT
North West

5 adventures at Manchester

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Your ticket

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

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Duration

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

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Restrictions

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

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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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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.

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.