Santa Paws in the Park
Owners can show off their dogs in a variety of festive show categories, including Best Christmas Jumper, Prettiest Pooch, and Waggiest Tail. Winners and runners-up from each category advance to compete in the Best in Show final round. Each category entry also includes a train ride for the participating dog and one owner.
What to Expect
Festive dog competition and prizes including a miniature train ride.
Event Details
Duration
11am until 2pm.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Dog owners and festive pet lovers
Vibe
Festive and playful
Energy Level
Low
Budget
£
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: £3.50 per category when booked online, or £4 per category on the day. Each entry includes one train ride for the dog and one owner; additional train tickets are available to purchase on the day, with no price stated. Parking charges apply. – Get tickets
- Hours: 11am until 2pm.
- Parking: Parking charges apply.
- Accessibility: Wicksteed Park welcomes visits by people with disabilities to its amusement park.
- Pets: Dogs take part in the Santa Paws categories and are included in the event’s train ride offer.
Tips & Advice
- Book category entries online because spaces are limited and on-the-day entries depend on availability.
- Choose the categories you want to enter before booking, as each entry is for a category.
- Bring your dog dressed for the Christmas Jumper category if you plan to enter it.
- Arrange extra train tickets on the day if more people want to ride than the included dog and one owner.
- Allow for a parking charge when planning your visit.
Special Events & Promotions
- Online category booking is cheaper than entering on the day.
- Additional train tickets can be purchased on the day.
- Category entrants have a chance to win a prize; category winners and runners-up advance to Best in Show.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can dogs take part in?
Dogs can enter Santa Paws categories that showcase their festive looks or personalities.
Should I book a category entry ahead?
Category spaces are limited, so booking online is encouraged.
Can I enter a category on the day?
On-the-day spaces are subject to availability and are offered first come, first served.
What does a category entry include?
It includes one train ride for the participating dog and one owner. Additional train tickets can be purchased on the day.
Can visitors with disabilities attend?
Wicksteed Park welcomes visits by people with disabilities to its amusement park.
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