Please note: Winter Illuminations is still scheduled to go ahead this evening but we are closely monitoring the weather. Keep an eye on our socials for the latest. The park remains open during the day but some areas will be closed. For safety reasons the Christmas Fair will remain shut.

31st August 2025

  • Enjoy all day entry to Yorkshire Wildlife Park from 9:45am
  • Followed by an evening on incredible live music!
  • All included in your Wild Live Concert tickets

Back for his third time on the Wild Live stage at Yorkshire Wildlife Park - internationally renowned Classical singer Russell Watson will be joining us on Sunday 31st August as part of his incredible Evolution tour!

Concert tickets INCLUDE all day entry to Yorkshire Wildlife Park!

Explore the lands of the park with some of the world's most endangered and incredible animals before heading down to the venue field for an incredible evening of live music from Russell Watson!

Plus, Shop - Dine - Play - Stay at The Yorkshire Hive, Doncaster's newest resort destination, adjacent to the wildlife park entrance, brimming with independent shops, boutiques and delicious eateries.
After an awesome evening of live music, lay back in luxury at the Hex Wildlife Hotel.

Truly a destination on the wild side!

Russell Watson

Russell Watson is the UK’s most prolific classical recording artiste ever! His first two recordings, The Voice and Encore are the top two album sellers of the century! His first album ‘The Voice’ achieved one million sales in the UK alone. Making him the first and only classical vocalist to ever achieve these numbers. He has reached number one status all over the globe and holds platinum album status, from here to Australia. He was the first UK artiste to score a transatlantic number one in the USA and the UK and spent a record breaking 52 weeks at number one in the process.

He has performed for some of the world’s most notable figures including Her majesty The Queen (on numerous occasions), The Duke of Edinburgh (he is an ambassador for the Dukes Fellowship Charity), King Charles (where he is an ambassador of the Prince’s Trust), the late Pope John Paul II (who requested a private audience with Russell at the Vatican), former US presidents Bill Clinton George W Bush and Barak Obama, the Emperor of Japan and the King of Malaysia, to name but a few.

His performances at some of the world’s biggest sporting events has gained him great acclaim. Everything from a performance with legendary soprano Montserrat Caballé at the champions league final, the 1999 rugby union World Cup, the Euros in 2002, the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in 2002 and the opening ceremony of the world games. That same year he sang in front of the capitol building in Washington DC for a live audience of four hundred and fifty thousand people. In 2012 he performed three concerts at Buckingham Palace for the Queen’s Coronation Gala Festival. Since 2001 he has sold more than seven million albums worldwide achieved eight top ten album placements and received four classical Brit Awards. He has occupied the UK top twenty on seventeen separate occasions. He has duetted with some of the world’s biggest stars, Paul McCartney (at the Nobel peace prize awards), Luciano Pavarotti (Hyde park) Lionel Richie (duet on his second album), Meatloaf and Natalie Cole for his PBS debut special in the states.

Russell’s television performances include everything from Michael Parkinson all way through to his recent appearance on I’m a celebrity get me out of here! He has also appeared on BBC’s strictly come dancing and has been a talent judge on several prime-time TV series.

Musical theatre ventures include Jeff Wayne’s war of the worlds (parson Nathaniel) Benny and Bjorn’s (Abba fame) Christina, which showed on Broadway and Billy Flynn in Chicago.

His touring resume is immense, and he has been consistently selling out arenas and theatres the world over since the turn of the century.

Russell Watson is the epitome of a genuine world star.

Your ticket includes entry to Yorkshire Wildlife park throughout the day and tickets are valid any time from 9:45am. 

Gates open between 5:00pm - 5:30pm starting with accessible, followed by Premium, then Standard.

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There will be a range of hot and cold food, plus non-alcoholic drinks on sale within the concert field. Alcohol can be purchased at within in Wildlife Park prior to entering the concert field and at Lion Bar, located just outside the concert field.

You are welcome to pack the champers and hampers to accompany your evening. Food and drink will be allowed in the field for personal consumption. Cool boxes and hampers are also allowed. Other picnic equipment e.g. tables are not permitted. Fires, BBQs, flames or heating devices of any kind are strictly prohibited. No glass bottles are permitted and must be decanted prior to entry on to the concert field.

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There is an allocated car park for blue badge holders only. This is located next to the concert field, please show your blue badge on arrival. You do NOT need to book stage parking if you hold a blue badge. Please note that this carpark will be held until the show field has emptied for guest safety.

We do offer a dedicated accessible viewing area for blue badge holders only which is close to the stage. This area must be pre-booked as capacity is restricted. Each guest can be accompanied by one carer in this area. Carers must provide the correct ID.

Spaces are limited and must be booked via email on a first come first served basis. To request accessible viewing tickets email [email protected]  or call us on 01302 535057.  

Please note: Blue Badge Parking must be parked no later than 4:00pm. Any arrivals after this time will not be able to access parking.

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Accessibility information, about our concert events:

We want our Wild Live concerts to be enjoyable and accessible for everyone.

Given the style of our concerts, the audience typically either stands, or sits on picnic blankets. We encourage everyone to bring your own portable seating / small fold-out chairs if required.

The site we use for the event is a green field – it’s a grass surface and doesn’t have any pathways. Mostly, the area is reasonably flat and even, as it’s regularly used for car parking. Nevertheless, please consider the ground conditions, and the possible impact of the changeable British weather, when deciding what facilities or equipment you wish to bring.

The entrance to the concert area is approximately a 25-minute walk from the new main entrance and car parks to the concert field. Guests with a blue badge will be able to park adjacent to the concert field in the stage side car park. Guests with mobility issues who do not have a blue badge are recommended to purchase a Stage Parking pass.

Chairs including wheelchairs will not be permitted in front of stage or section barriers due to safety. If you require the accessible platform please call Yorkshire Wildlife Park 01302 535057

Please note: Blue Badge Parking must be parked no later than 4:00pm. Any arrivals after this time will not be able to access parking.

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Complimentary car parking is provided at the Wildlife Park main entrance (Hurst Lane, Auckley, DN9 3HQ). This car park is approximately a 20-minute walk through the Park from the concert field.

 

Concert parking can be purchased in advance at an additional cost of £20.00 per vehicle and MUST be parked before 4:00pm when entry to the carpark will close. It can be accessed at any time from 9:45am for entry to the Wildlife Park.

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No dogs will be allowed inside the concert field. As the welfare of animals is one of our key objectives, we do not allow pets to be left in vehicles and the authorities will be advised of any animals left in cars.

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A bar is located just outside the event field. Due to licensing restriction we cannot have a bar directly on the event field.

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Glass is not permitted on the show field. Anyone bringing a glass bottle onto site will be asked to decant into a plastic cup. Please do not bring any other glass items including drinking glasses into the field.

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Foldable low back picnic chairs and picnic blankets are allowed. No tables or other equipment is permitted. Chairs will not be allowed immediately in front of the stage or section barriers due to safety for the safety of guests who choose to stand.

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Accessible Tickets - There will be a raised seated viewing area to the side of the stage (the “Accessible Area”) available for those who need to remain seated during the show and for whom the standard viewing areas are not suitable (for example. wheelchair users). There are limited tickets available for the Accessible Area, and once the Accessible Area is full, we will not be able to provide access for further guests.  Please note that if you purchase an Accessible Area ticket, you will be required to remain seated throughout the performance. To reserve a space in the Accessible Area, subject to availability, please call Yorkshire Wildlife Park 01302 535057 during opening hours to speak with a member of our contact centre team. 

Due to the limited space, guests using the Accessible Area may be accompanied by one other person only (who will also be required to remain seated throughout the performance to avoid obstructing the view for the other guests in the Accessible Area). Proof of disability will be required to provide you with access to the Accessible Area.  

An accessible toilet will be located close by, and there will be a large screen which will be showing close-ups of the acts as they perform. 

Concession Tickets - You can purchase a concession ticket which will allow you access to the Standard and Premium areas depending on the type of ticket you have purchased.  Please note that a concession ticket does not provide you with access to the Accessible Area. To sit in the Accessible Area, you will need to purchase an Accessible Ticket.  

Proof of disability will also be required for those who purchase a concession ticket.

Customers are advised that strobe and other lighting effects may be used during the performance. 

 

Chairs including wheelchairs will not be permitted in front of stage or section barriers due to safety. If you require the accessible platform please call Yorkshire Wildlife Park 01302 535057

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We class a senior concession rate to be for people aged 65 and over.

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Standard and accessible port-a toilets will be provided within the concert field.

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We do kindly request that you do not bring with you a banner or flag as this will hinder capacity and people’s view of the stage.

Pull along trolleys will not be allowed on the show field for safety reasons. If you need to bring a trolley there will be trolley parking points located outside the venue for you to leave your trolleys in.

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Awnings, gazebos or other tents of any kind are not allowed. These are likely to block the view of other guests. 

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There are no ATM machines at the venue. However, all outlets accept card, contactless and mobile payments. There is a cash back facility in the Safari Store retail stores inside the Wildlife park.

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Photography / video taken at Yorkshire Wildlife Park cannot be used for any commercial purpose. Professional photographic equipment, video cameras, or audio recording devices are not allowed within the concert field. The use of Aerial Drones, radio-controlled helicopters and UAV devices of any design and configuration are strictly prohibited due to local air traffic restrictions. 

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No bikes, scooters, balance bikes or skateboards are allowed in either Yorkshire Wildlife Park or the concert field. For those arriving by bicycle, racks are provided in the Hive entrance. Bikes are left at the owner’s risk. We do not provide facilities to recharge mobility scooters or electric wheelchairs. 

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To avoiding blocking the view for other audience members, it is better to bring a coat with a hood. Large golfing type umbrellas are not allowed in the concert field. 

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This year the Wild Live series includes day entry to Yorkshire wildlife Park.

Members of course do receive all day entry into the park for free as part of their membership. We will require members to book their day visit as policy.

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Yes, Children under the age of 3 MUST hold a valid under 3’s ticket to be admitted free of charge. 

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Yes, Gold members do receive a Standard ticket to a Wild Live concert of their choice plus the standard members discount to all other shows  

 

Standard members do receive a 25% discount on all shows and adult prices start from £30. A member can only purchase a discounted ticket for those with a valid membership at the time of the show.  

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Unfortunately, there isn’t a discount for group bookings.

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If the event isn’t sold out, and tickets are available you will be able to purchase these on the day. However, we strongly advise to book now to avoid disappointment.

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Yes, we have two drop off and pick up points. The pick-up point closest to the field is located at our Warning Tongue Lane entrance (follow signs from DN4 6TB). Alternatively, we also have a pick-up point at the Yorkshire Hive car park (follow signs from Hurst Lane roundabout) but this will involve a 25 minute walk to or from the concert arena. 

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Bags can be brought onto the Show Field however there will be a strict bag search policy in operation.

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Our health and safety guidelines mean that glass bottles can not be brought onto the Show Field, please either do not bring them with you or decant them prior to entering.

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If you have parked in the Yorkshire Hive car park, to get back to your car after the concert, please leave the field via the signposted exits and head to the rear of the show field following signs / instructions from stewards.

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Premium

Nearest to the main stage with very limited tickets available. 

Standard

Access to the viewing area towards the rear of the concert arena. 

 

Accessible

There will be a raised seated viewing area to the side of the stage (the “Accessible Area”) available for those who need to remain seated during the show and for whom the standard viewing areas are not suitable (for example. wheelchair users).

Please note that a disabled concession ticket does not provide you with access to the Accessible Area. To sit in the Accessible Area, you will need to purchase an Accessible Ticket.

PRICES

(includes all day entry to the Wildlife Park from 9:45am!)
    Standard    Premium
Adult   £29.99   £49.99
Adult Concession
(Senior, Student and Disabled)
  £27.99   £47.99
Child    £25.99   £45.99
Child Concession
(Disabled)
  £23.99   £43.99
Under 3   £0   £0
         
Accessible Area
(Wheel Chair User)
       
Accessible Adult   £27.99    
Accessible Senior/Student   £25.99    
Accessible Child   £23.99    
Carer
(with valid ID)
  £2.00    
         
Annual Members
(valid membership required)
       
Membership Adult   £22.49   £37.49
Membership Child/Senior    £19.49   £34.49
         
Extras

       
Concert Parking   £20.00   £20.00

 

Event Info

Parking

Please note; you will need to be parked no later then 4:00pm when the access road will be closed for pedestrian safety.

Please have your parking tickets ready for scanning or blue badge visible to ensure the flow of traffic.

Access to Brockholes Lane via Warning Tongue Lane only.

Pre-paid concert Parking 🚘

Directions via Google Maps

Blue Badge Parking 🅿️

Directions via Google Maps

Accessible Parking ♿️

Directions via Google Maps

Standard Parking

Any other customers must park at The Yorkshire Hive/Yorkshire Wildlife Park customer car park.

Directions via Google Maps

Taxi drop off/pick up points 🚖 

Taxis can be booked from 9:15pm at the dedicated pick up point. Please direct them to Brockholes Lane (access via Warning Tongue Lane, DN4 6TB) where the can access the taxi point. You can also book them from The Yorkshire Hive drop off point. This is a 25 minute walk from the concert field.

 

Event Times

Yorkshire Wildlife Park opening time; 9:45am
As your tickets include entry, you can access the park any time from this time!

Access to Wild Live Concert field: 5pm-5:30pm starting with Accessible, Premium then Standard.

Entertainment starts from approximately 6pm.

Headline act time approximately 8:00pm.

Concert end time approximately 9:15pm.

 


 

Food & Drink

There's several of food & drink outlets located around the concert field including the Lion Bar located to the right of the concert field.

You're very welcome to bring your own food and drinks, however please ensure no glass or sharp objects. Bag searches are in place and you will be asked to decant any glass bottles.

We are operating challenge 25 on site. Please have your ID ready to ensure a speedy service for all.

Please ensure our staff are made fully aware of any dietary requirements or allergies at our Cafes and Food Stalls before placing your order.

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Dive into the YWP app and discover everything for your WILD day out at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, plus everything you'll need at the Wild Live concert field!

  • Interactive Map
  • Animal Guide
  • Audio Safari
  • Day Planner
  • Food & Drink
  • Park Info & much more!

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