Grumpy Grotto - Zip World

Zip World - Manchester

Available to 22 December 2024

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Get tickets now for Manchester’s most mischievous Christmas adventure - Help reclaim Christmas this December!

Join in at Zip World Manchester’s Treetop Nets for a festive escapade like no other. The Grumpy Grotto is waiting for you!

This family-friendly Christmas adventure will have you bouncing, running, and exploring the expansive treetop nets while sneaking into the Grumpy Grotto to reclaim Christmas from the notorious Grump!

Your mission at Grumpy Grotto:

The Grump will be keeping a close watch over his treasure trove of gifts in the treetop grotto, and your task is to sneak in, retrieve the presents, and swap them with coal while he’s distracted.

Embark on this exhilarating, hour-long holiday quest and earn a special reward at the end of your journey – after all, rescuing Christmas is no small task!

This adventure is a wonderful alternative to the traditional Santa’s Grotto, giving your children the opportunity to expend their energy and create lasting memories in the great outdoors!

Grumpy Grotto details:

  • Dates: 7th-8th, 14th-15h, 21st-22nd December 2024
  • Location: Zip World Manchester, Heaton Park, St Margaret's Rd, Manchester M25 2GT
  • Age: 3 +
  • Your pass will grant you entry to the Zip World's site, 1 hour on Treetop Nets, a gift for children, and all of the festive fun possible!

Don't miss out on this epic Christmas event, get tickets now and have them delivered instantly via email and SMS!

Heaton Park,
St Margaret's Rd,
Manchester
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How to Find Us

By Tram

Take the Metrolink tram: Board the tram from any city centre stop and head towards the Bury line.
Get off at Heaton Park: The journey takes about 15-20 minutes.
Walk to Zip World Manchester: It’s a short walk from the Heaton Park tram stop to the entrance of Zip World Manchester, located within Heaton Park.

By Car

Drive to Heaton Park: Enter the address “Heaton Park, St Margaret’s Road, Manchester M25 2GT” into your GPS. Parking: There is pay and display parking available at Heaton Park.

By Bus

Take a bus: Several bus routes from the city centre go towards Heaton Park. Check local bus schedules for the most convenient option.

  • Pay and display parking
  • Toilets
  • Shop

No, any photographs or photography involved in your adventure is booked and payed for separately when on site at Zip World

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