THE CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE

Cupcake Wars

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 17:12:00 +0000

You could cut the tension with a knife in The Christmas Adventure on Friday when we held Stockeld Parks first ever Cupcake Wars!!
Staff were seen mixing beating whipping and baking through out the morning to stick to their tight dead line to produce their entry for the competition. The general target to beat Head Chef Martin Kilbride. 5 entries were produced to high standards ranging from Strawberry Meringue Cupcakes to the more modest Fairy Cakes. Points were awarded out of ten for presentation and taste. The results were all very close however unfortunately a clear winner for both presentation and taste was Chef Kilbride with his beautifully decorated chocolate fudge cupcakes.

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 11:14:00 +0000

Santa's Elves were busy bee's on Christmas Eve this year at Stockeld Park. With Santa's Grotto in full flow, families traveling from far and wide to come see the famous character before he flies all around the world. It was a festive sight with Christmas carols, fancy dress and yuletide cheer.
The fun has not stopped here at stockeld however, we are still open right up until January the 30th, so if you're looking for something to do, head down to our winter wonderland for a spot of skiing and a cozy hot chocolate.

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 14:37:00 +0000

The Christmassy Vibe has most definitely arrived at Stockeld Park!
In late November we received a heavy layer of snow covering our whole adventure park and grounds. Unfortunately the snow prevented most from driving to us, or leaving their homes at all! However those who made it through the treacherous road conditions were greeted with the breath taking views of Stockeld Park. The Nordic Ski came into its element, it was hard to believe that we were not in a Scandinavian country but alas in Yorkshire in November!

Magical Reindeers at Stockeld Park

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 15:43:00 +0000

This November Stockeld Park experienced Santa's Real Reindeer!
The Cairngorm Reindeers including Sholto, Stockeld Parks Sponsored Reindeer all live in Cairngorm in Scotland. They came down to visit The Christmas Adventure at Stockeld Park and to pull Santa on his Sleigh around our Enchanted Forest. The beautiful animals grazed on the grass whilst spectators stared in awe, they were then harnessed up and performed their parade around The Christmas Adventure. People flocked from far and wide to come and watch the parade, and two lucky competition winners had the chance of a life time and rode along side Santa in his sleigh. It was a fabulous event and we can't wait to see the reindeers again.

An Amazing Christmas Get Away

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 13:07:00 +0000

Kick start your family Christmas celebrations with a Magical Christmas weekend in Harrogate.

We’re offering overnight accommodation and full English for upto 2 adults, 2 children at the Cedar Court Hotel and 2 activities at The Christmas Adventure at Stockeld Park for an amazing price of only £120.00 for the family.

Overlooking the famous 200 acre Stray parkland The historic Best Western Cedar Court is a four star hotel and is only a few minutes walk from the town centre .

The Christmas Adventure is an enchanting Christmas experience only a 15 minutes drive and is a must for the young and old to truly enter the spirit of Christmas.

· You can choose two from the following four activities :

· Entrance to the Enchanted Forest a 1.2km trail which winds its way through ancient woodland, a mixture of theatre and fantasy and illuminated at night by a host of spectacular light effects

· Nordic Skiing*- don a pair of Nordic skis and make your journey around the Enchanted Forest

· Ice skating *on eco friendly rink is positioned in front of the Woodland Cafe

· Entrance into the illuminated interactive Snowflake maze which features the new Castle viewing tower and the stunning-Children of the World Globe.

Visit us between the 1^3th November and 2^4th December and the children get a chance to visit Santa in his magnificent grotto at Stockeld Park

And for those who don’t want Christmas to end from 27^th December you can enjoy all four activities for the same great price .

At only £30.00 per person, why not take advantage of this fantastic offer and call the Cedar Court Hotel now on 01423 858585.

*age restrictions apply please see www.christmasadventure.com for full details

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Halloween At Stockeld Park

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:02:00 +0000

Halloween At Stockeld Park

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:52:00 +0000

This year we have a host of different halloween themed activities and events for all ages! If your looking for some family fun this halloween then look no further! From Pumpkin Carving and Spooky Treasure hunts to Theatre in the Woods and Fright night there's definatley something for you! The Question is, Are you Brave enough? We warn the fainter of hearts that Fright Night is no easy ride, no turning back and absolutley no way out. Will you make it to the other end? No body knows!

Re-stoning the Maze

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:04:00 +0000

This summers major task was re-stoning the maze. Using a very large crane, a bucket on the end and ,,, a sainsburys' bag?! As the bucket was lowered to tip the gravel onto the paths he had to follow our handy sainsburys' bag on a stick to prevent him getting lost!
The paths are now looking very smart along with lots of new features in the maze this year.

Design a Sculpture Competition winners

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:52:00 +0000

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Fright Night at Stockeld Park

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:39:00 +0000

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The Wetherby Silver Band at The Christmas Adventure

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:02:00 +0000

Baubles, baubles and more baubles.....

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 21:36:00 +0000

Antonia and Emily have the mammoth task of unpacking all our Christmas stock and displaying it in our beautiful new shop. They have unpacked hundreds of baubles and masses of gorgeous Christmas gifts. The shop is now brimming with beautiful things. They are doing a marvellous job!

On safari at Stockeld!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 21:23:00 +0000

A pink dragon!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 21:20:00 +0000

Giant mice!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 21:14:00 +0000

Cor Blimey! What a pumpkin!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 21:06:00 +0000

We must have very fertile soil at Stockeld! I bet you've never seen a pumpkin as big as this one before!!! You will be able to see our massive pumpkin in the Enchanted Wood. It will be transformed into Cinderella's carriage being pulled by giant mice!

Cinderella's carriage turns into a pumkin!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 22:05:00 +0000

Author of best selling cake decorating books, Carol Deacon comes to Stockeld.

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 22:16:00 +0000

Sugarcraft expert, Carol Deacon will lead a cake decorating demonstration which aims to inspire the beginner to have a go at making their own Christmas cake and offers the more experienced some quick and easy icing ideas. Carol began cake decorating at Jane Asher's cake shop in Chelsea. Since then Carol has written many books and articles for magazines and demonstrated both here and abroad and on TV.

A Christmas cake decorating demonstration and lunch

Friday 2nd November 2007

£28.00 - includes coffee, biscuits and lunch

Request a booking form, by emailing us via the contact form.
Early booking is advised as limited places are available.

Brush strokes!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 07:04:00 +0000

See Stockeld in House & Gardens!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 06:39:00 +0000

Don't miss seeing Stockeld in House & Gardens magazine which will be on sale the first week in December in the January issue. International photographer Ray Maine and editor at large Liz Elliot visited Stockeld to find out more about the Christmas Adventure.

New Christmas Shop!!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 06:50:00 +0000

Work on our new shop is well underway. This year we have lots more in the way of Christmas gifts, LED lights and gorgeous decorations. So while the children ski, skate or get lost in the maze you can enjoy a bit of stress free Christmas shopping.

Lunch and a festive flower arranging demonstrations

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 11:07:00 +0000

NAFAS Flower demonstrators Tony Cleaver and Sue Maddocks, will demonstrate ways of making your home look beautiful this Christmas with flowers. Table centres, door wreaths and swags, plus lots of tips on how to keep your flowers fresh.

Tony Cleaver, NAFAS North East Chairman, has demonstrated flower arranging all over the country and has become renowned for his highly entertaining floral demonstrations.

Sue Maddocks, a Chelsea Flower Show Medallist and NAFAS Area Demonstrator, will lead a demonstration of Christmas Flower arranging techniques for the home. Sue Maddocks has demonstrated flower arranging across the UK and beyond - demonstrating as far afield as Spain. Sue Maddocks will demonstrate a range of flower arranging techniques; from the traditional to the contemporary.

A Christmas floral demonstration and lunch

11.00am Thursday 8th November 2007
Tony Cleaver

11.00am Thursday 22nd November 2007
Sue Maddocks

£28.00 - includes coffee, biscuits and lunch

To book your place, contact Susie Willder on 01937 586 101 or e-mail susie.willder@stockeldpark.co.uk or send an email via the contact form.
Early booking is advised as limited places are available.

Christmas Craft Sessions - Book now!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 08:52:00 +0000

Local craft expert, Sue Schofield will lead a number of craft packed workshops. You will learn to make stunning baubles, beautiful Liberty necklaces and fabulous, fabric Christmas cards and tags. You will also go away with inspiration for a whole host of other craft projects you can do at home. All materials and tools are provided. For more information, please contact Susie on 01937 586 101 or send an email to susie.willder@stockeldpark.co.uk

Building the ski trail...

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:09:00 +0000

It's been a tough job building our ski trail through the woods. We must thank our team of strapping men, who have worked incredibly hard to complete the 1.2km trail, ready for the specialist nordic ski surface to be laid. We're lucky to have REAL men on the job!

Peter shows Katy how to Nordic ski!

noreply@blogger.com (Stockeld Park) — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 06:06:00 +0000

Katy from Spike has come to see how work is progressing on our Nordic ski trail. Katy helps to promote Soloman, who will be suppling the Nordic skis for our trail. Katy is an avid skier herself and can't wait to come back in October to try it out for real!