Quick answer
The Milton Rooms is Malton’s volunteer-run arts and community venue on the Market Place, with indoor theatre, music and community events. Its 2026 family Christmas show is Esmeralda the Elf and Father Christmas, on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026 only. There are no elf shows after Sunday 6 December 2026. Shows are at 12pm, 2pm and 3.30pm on the Saturday and 10.30am, 12pm and 2pm on the Sunday. Tickets are £5 each for adults and children, sold on TicketSource by the organiser, Epic Adventure Parties. Babes in arms need a child ticket too. TicketSource’s terms say no refunds and no exchanges. Refunds apply if the organiser cancels for reasons beyond its control. They also apply if the venue or date changes and you do not wish to attend. The official pages give no daily opening hours.
Is it right for my child?
- The venue: the Milton Rooms calls itself Malton’s arts, entertainment and community hub. It is a not-for-profit charity run by volunteers.
- Esmeralda the Elf and Father Christmas: an interactive family show that the event page says is suitable for all ages. Esmeralda, Santa’s elf, has reached his toy workshop, helped or hindered by her cheeky assistant Eduardo.
- Meeting Father Christmas: each family has its own space to sit in. The event page says each family is able to see Father Christmas individually after the show. All children receive a gift.
- Other listings: many What’s On listings are evening music and comedy nights, so check each event before booking with children.
Plan your visit: a parent’s checklist
- Book the elf show early; its last show is at 2pm on Sunday 6 December 2026. On 13 November 2026, TicketSource showed between 15 and 33 tickets left for each of the six shows.
- Buy a child ticket for every child, including babes in arms.
- Wheelchair users should call the box office to book a place.
- Leave snacks at home. The venue’s terms say only food and drink bought on the premises may be consumed.
- Allow for a possible bag check, which the terms say some events may need.
- Plan parking ahead, because the venue has no allocated parking.
Prices and tickets
Esmeralda the Elf and Father Christmas: £5 per ticket. The Milton Rooms event page says tickets are £5 each from TicketSource, under the organiser Epic Adventure Parties. On 13 November 2026, the TicketSource booking pages listed Adult £5.00 and Child £5.00, with no booking fee shown.
The booking pages say a child’s ticket must be purchased for any child attending, including babes in arms. They listed no carer or family ticket. An Access Card or Digital Access Pass box appeared, without saying which price it applies to.
TicketSource’s terms say no refunds and no exchanges. If the organiser cancels the event due to circumstances beyond its control, TicketSource refunds the ticket price and any booking fees. If the venue or date changes, tickets may stay valid, or you can have a refund.
Robin Hood and Babes in the Wood (23 to 30 January 2027): adults from £17, concessions from £15 and a family bundle from £60. The box office defines concessions as children under 16, students and OAPs. The bundle covers 2 adults and 2 concessions.
Pushchairs, babies and toilets
- Way in: the access page says there is a level entrance to the foyer, with a ramp available into the main hall. The Studio Bar has a level side entrance.
- Baby changing: toilets are at the front of the building. A lift goes down to the disabled toilet, which includes baby changing facilities.
- More toilets: two accessible toilets serve the Studio Bar, Green Room and Assembly Room.
- Stairs: the Assembly Room is not accessible and can only be reached by a staircase.
- Pushchairs: the official pages do not mention pushchair access or buggy storage.
Food and drink
The official pages do not mention a café. The Studio Bar is a fully stocked bar, normally open from 7pm before evening performances. The terms say only food and drink bought on the premises may be consumed. The official pages do not say whether refreshments are sold at daytime family shows.
Getting there and parking
The address is The Milton Rooms, Market Place, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7LX. The Main Hall is reached from the front of the building. The Studio Bar entrance is on the left, towards the rear.
Parking: the access page says there is no allocated parking at the venue. The Visit page mentions a small number of spaces at the front and side. Opposite, the public area of the Market Place is free after 6pm but limited to two hours during the day. The Shambles car park and Navigation Wharf are free during the day. Wentworth Street and Water Lane, near the station, are Pay and Display.
Public transport: the Visit page says TransPennine Express trains from York and Scarborough run approximately hourly through the day. The Coastliner Express bus between Leeds and Scarborough and Whitby stops in Malton.
When to visit
The official pages give no daily opening hours. The What’s On pages list dated events. For box office enquiries, leave a message on 01653 696240 or email the venue.
- Esmeralda the Elf and Father Christmas: Saturday 5 December 2026 at 12pm, 2pm and 3.30pm, and Sunday 6 December 2026 at 10.30am, 12pm and 2pm.
- The Magic of Christmas: carols and festive music from the Swinton and District Excelsior Band on Sunday 13 December 2026 at 2pm. Entry is free, but tickets must be booked on TicketSource.
- Robin Hood and Babes in the Wood: Malton and Norton Musical Theatre’s pantomime, 23 to 30 January 2027. The box office listed nine performances, including 1pm and 5.15pm shows on both Saturdays.
Additional needs and disability support
The access page asks visitors to share their needs when booking, and says the venue will do all it can to help.
- Wheelchairs: the main hall takes up to 6 wheelchairs at events. Call the box office to book a place, and tell the venue when booking.
- Hearing loops: available for events in the main hall. Ask a member of the Front of House team when you arrive.
- Personal Assistant tickets: the terms offer one to anyone who cannot attend without a PA. Email the venue, and expect to be asked for proof of need.
- PA tickets and the elf show: the terms do not say whether PA tickets cover shows sold by outside organisers. The elf show’s booking pages listed no carer ticket.
- Not mentioned: the official pages do not mention relaxed performances or a Changing Places toilet.
Frequently asked questions
How much are tickets for Esmeralda the Elf and Father Christmas?
Tickets are £5 each on TicketSource, sold by Epic Adventure Parties. On 13 November 2026 the booking pages showed Adult and Child tickets at £5.00 with no booking fee.
Can children see Father Christmas at the elf show?
Yes. The event page says each family is able to see Father Christmas individually after the show. All children receive a gift.
Do babies need a ticket for the elf show?
Yes. The booking pages say a child’s ticket must be bought for any child attending, including babes in arms. The show is described as suitable for all ages.
Is the Milton Rooms wheelchair accessible?
There is a level entrance to the foyer and a ramp into the main hall, which takes up to 6 wheelchairs at events. The Assembly Room is reached only by stairs.
Is there parking at the Milton Rooms?
There is no allocated parking. The Market Place opposite allows two hours during the day and is free after 6pm. The Shambles car park and Navigation Wharf are free during the day.
Is there a pantomime at the Milton Rooms?
Yes. Robin Hood and Babes in the Wood runs from 23 to 30 January 2027, with adults from £17 and concessions from £15.
Checked on 13 November 2026 against the official Esmeralda the Elf event, What’s On, Access, Visit and About pages of the Milton Rooms, the TicketSource booking pages and the pantomime box office. Prices and times can change, so check before you travel.
