Appearance of the Fat Controller

Monday 5th May

The Fat Controller himself will be causing a locomotion, when he alights at the Park to take control of the efficient running of the railway.  

Appearance of Bob the Builder™

Sunday 18^th May

"Can you fix this date in your diary?"… "Yes you can!" Meet Bob the Builder™ as he takes a well deserved rest from his busy work schedule in Bobsville to meet visitors at Drusillas. He will be meeting and greeting visitors at various intervals throughout the day. 

Reptile Weekend

Saturday 24^th and Sunday 25^th May

Reptile Experts will take up residence in the Discovery Centre displaying their collection of exotic animals and providing an insight into the lives of these fascinating creatures.

Appearance of the Fat Controller

Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th May

The Fat Controller himself will be causing a locomotion, when he alights at the Park to take control of the efficient running of the railway.  

Appearance of Spider-Man

Friday 30^th May  

Peter Parker’s alter ego will be spinning his stuff at Drusillas with an amazing display of his special spider powers.

Barnardo's Big Toddle at Drusillas Park 

Friday 6^th June

Drusillas Park is supporting Barnardo's Big Toddle, when adults and under fives will take part in a half a mile sponsored walk around the zoo route. To take part call the Barnardo's Big Toddle helpline on 0845 270 9900. All entrants must be registered in advance of the event.

Appearance of the Tweenies

Appearance of Dora the Explorer

Appearance of Angelina Ballerina™

Sunday 6^th July

The little star with big dreams will be pirouetting her way to Drusillas. She will be available to meet and greet at various intervals throughout the day.

Appearances of Fifi and Bumble from ‘Fifi and the Flowertots™

Thursday 24th July

Fifi Forget-Me-Not and her friend Bumble will fly in from Flowertot garden to meet and enchant visitors around the Park. They will be meeting and greeting visitors at various intervals throughout the day.

Appearance of the Tweenies

Friday 1^st August 

Meet Bella, Milo, Fizz and Jake as they bring ‘Tweenie Time’ to Drusillas and all the laughter, fun and mischief that comes with it, to create another ‘fab-a-roony’ day out at the Park. They will be meeting and greeting visitors at various intervals throughout the day. 

Appearance of Peppa Pig

Tuesday 5^th August

Join in the excitement and snorts of laughter as the cheeky and lovable Peppa Pig has a day out at Drusillas Park. Peppa Pig will be making appearances at different intervals throughout the day. 

Appearance of Dora the Explorer

Monday 11^th August 

Pack your rucksack and set sail for Drusillas Park to say ‘hola’ to Dora the Explorer as she embarks on another fun-filled adventure. She will be meeting and greeting visitors at various intervals throughout the day. 

Appearance of Bob the Builder™

Tuesday 19^th August 

"Can you fix this date in your diary?"… "Yes you can!" Meet Bob the Builder™ as he takes a well deserved rest from his busy work schedule in Bobsville to meet visitors at Drusillas. He will be meeting and greeting visitors at various intervals throughout the day. 

Appearance of Spider-Man

Bank Holiday Monday 25^th August   

Peter Parker’s alter ego will be spinning his stuff at Drusillas with an amazing display of his special spider powers.

Appearance of Scooby-Doo™

Wednesday 3^rd September 

Crime solving Scooby-Doo™ will be coming to meet budding detectives at various intervals throughout the day. Come and investigate with the cowardly  hero but don't forget the Scooby snacks. Zoinks! 

Spiders `R` Us

Sunday 14^th September

Spider enthusiasts from the British Tarantula Society will be at the Park to show just how misunderstood these fascinating creatures can be. 

Appearance of Postman Pat® and Jess the Cat

Sunday 28th September 

Postman Pat® and Jess the Cat will take a break from delivering the post in Greendale to make a special appearance at Drusillas. They will be meeting and greeting visitors at various intervals throughout the day.

Boo’s Haunted Cottage

Saturday 25^th October – Sunday 2^nd November

Boo, Drusillas’ friendly ghost opens the doors once again to his haunted cottage.  Creepy corridors lead visitors to all sorts of supernatural surprises. Be warned, Winifred the witch can startle young children and those of a nervous disposition!

Santa’s Christmas Cottage                                                 

Saturday 29^th November onwards (weekends only)

Saturday 13^th to Tuesday 23^rd December (daily)

Visit Santa and his elves hard at work making all the presents.  His cosy cottage is crammed full of toys that the elves have built. 

What Does Santa Do After Christmas

Saturday 27^th December to Sunday 4^th January

Ever wondered what Santa does after Christmas?  Do the elves go home, does the grotto become grotty?  Come to Drusillas and see Mr and Mrs Claus relaxing in their cottage after another busy Christmas.