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Be the star of the show with a live Christmas nativity!


From 28th November until Christmas Eve, the Lake District Wildlife Park is holding an exciting live nativity event for the whole family to enjoy.

The park, conveniently located on our doorstep, is offering visitors the chance to dress up and star in their very own Christmas nativity, alongside animals from all over the world!

Children from the surrounding area can perform alongside The Lake District Wildlife Park’s very own donkeys, Annie and Dooley, the miniature Zebu cattle, Neville and Luna, and Ernest the Cameroon sheep in a unique Bethlehem-inspired set.

The covered picnic area has been transformed, costumes have been gathered and the animals have been rehearsing in preparation for the event, to create a magical festive atmosphere in the heart of the Armathwaite Hall estate.


There’s mulled wine and indulgent Christmas treats available in the cafe for parents to enjoy, whilst children get wrapped up in a selection of traditional nativity performances, craft activities and Santa Trails from 10am until 4pm throughout December.

The nativity event will naturally conclude on Christmas Eve, but the park is still open throughout the festive season for an adventure-fuelled day out for the whole family.

Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa is the perfect place to relax and unwind with gourmet food and luxury accommodation after a jam-packed day of exploring and performing at the Lake District Wildlife Park.

Families staying with us receive an exclusive admission rate of two adults for the price of one and free entry for children, so book one of our festive packages on 017687 76551 for an unforgettable end to 2016!

**Additional charges may apply at the Lake District Wildlife Park
**Festive packages subject to availability

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