If you’ve decided on seeing Father Christmas this year, perhaps you’re looking for a Santa’s Grotto near you. There are so many different ways to visit Santa during the festive season, the grotto being the most popular and traditional way.
To extend your visit to Santa, why not consider a Polar Express train ride, Santa trains, breakfast with Santa, or one of these Santa Sleepovers across the UK, along with a festive break during this Winter season.
A Christmas Grotto was traditionally discovered in a large department store. A large area was decorated to resemble Santa’s house in Lapland, with his elves to help deliver the gifts to children.
- Santa’s Grottos In Bedfordshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Berkshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Buckinghamshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Cheshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Cornwall
- Santa’s Grottos In Cumbria
- Santa’s Grottos In Derbyshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Devon
- Santa’s Grottos In Dorset
- Santa’s Grottos East Sussex
- Santa’s Grottos In Essex
- Santa’s Grottos In Gloucestershire
- Santa’s Grottos In Hampshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Hertfordshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Kent
- Santa’s Grottos In Lancashire
- Santa’s Grottos In London
- Santa’s Grottos In Manchester
- Santa’s Grottos In Norfolk
- Santa’s Grottos In Northamptonshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Northumberland
- Santa’s Grottos In Oxfordshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Shropshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Somerset
- Santa’s Grottos In Staffordshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Suffolk
- Santa’s Grottos In Surrey
- Santa’s Grottos In Tyne And Wear
- Santa’s Grottos In West Midlands
- Santa’s Grottos In West Sussex
- Santa’s Grottos In Wiltshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Worcestershire
- Santa’s Grottos in Yorkshire
- Santa’s Grottos In Wales
Santa’s Grottos In Bedfordshire
Frost’s Garden Centre – Willington
Sandy Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3QP
2023 TBC
Between 27th November and 24th December, you can meet Santa in his grotto at Frost’s Garden Centre.
On arrival at the North Pole, you’ll be greeted by Snowball Sammy who will tell you all about the polar bears from the North Pole. There will be time for fun and games with the playful elf before it’s off to make reindeer food with Reindeer Ronnie.
Meet Santa in his cosy living room and one of his elves will capture a photo. Santa will gift a storybook exclusive to Frosts Grotto for the whole family to enjoy! Children will be able to choose a toy from our large selection in the Toy Workshop.
The Olde Watermill Santa’s Grotto
Santa and Mrs Claus are busy preparing for this year’s magical Grotto Experience at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village with a longer 50 minute experience and some more exciting changes!
Stanbridge Rd, Leighton Buzzard LU7 9JH
Meet Santa at Mead Open Farm this Christmas. On your way to meet Father Christmas you can enjoy the Christmas walkthrough and build a bear in the make a bear workshop. You can even make reindeer food and decorate gingerbread.
Santa’s Grottos In Berkshire
Winkfield Rd, Windsor SL4 4AY
Father Christmas will be greeting children in his log cabin this year. They will also receive a special LEGO gift. Don’t forget to also spot Father Christmas as he rides around the Park in his magical sleigh. Give him a wave!
Whitmoor Forest, Swinley Rd, Winkfield Row, Ascot SL5 8BD
Tickets sell out very quickly for Lapland UK but there’s often a waiting list to join if you’re not lucky enough to get tickets the first time around.
The award-winning experience begins with a special invitation and creates memories that will last a lifetime. A Lapland UK day trip lasts around 3.5 hours including a personalised visit with Father Christmas.
Alexandra Gardens, Barry Avenue, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 3HY
As well as some Christmas ice skating, why not visit Santa in his grotto on selected dates in December at Windsor On Ice.
4 Kingdoms Magical Christmas Adventure
Your journey to see Santa begins on a sleigh ride to the North Pole. With a tour of the toy factory and meeting Santa’s reindeers, it’s on to meet the big many himself!
Santa’s Grottos In Buckinghamshire
Wooburn Common, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP10 0LX
Dates: 2023 TBC
Stroll through the sparkling, wintry wonderland and explore an enchanting world of woodland creatures and snowy scenes as you journey to the North Pole in search of Father Christmas!
Frost’s Garden Centre – Woburn Sands
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK17 8UE
2023 TBC
Between 27th November and 24th December, you can meet Santa in his grotto at Frost’s Garden Centre.
On arrival at the North Pole, you’ll be greeted by Snowball Sammy who will tell you all about the polar bears from the North Pole. There will be time for fun and games with the playful elf before it’s off to make reindeer food with Reindeer Ronnie.
Meet Santa in his cosy living room and one of his elves will capture a photo. Santa will gift a storybook exclusive to Frosts Grotto for the whole family to enjoy! Children will be able to choose a toy from our large selection in the Toy Workshop.
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Bolesworth Castle Santa’s Grotto
During your festive visit to Bolesworth Castle, visit Santa in his grotto. For all the boys and girls on the nice list there’s also a present and special photo opportunity with Santa.
Santa’s Grottos In Cornwall
Dates: 2023 TBC
It’s all aboard a nostalgic steam train journey through the winter countryside into Lappa Valley. You can meet and have photos with Rudolph, the friendly reindeer and visit Father Christmas and his elves in his grotto.
Santa’s Grottos In Cumbria
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4QL
2023 TBC
On selected dates between November 26th and 24th December, you can meet Santa at Walby Farm Park. Father Christmas on the farm includes the chance to meet the real reindeer, meeting Mother Christmas and of course the main man himself.
You can also write your letter to Father Christmas during your visit too.
Hayes Garden World Santa’s Winter Wonderland
Take a journey through Santa’s Winter Wonderland and help to search for the his missing reindeer. Your visit includes games, a visit to Santa, a present and photo opportunity.
Santa’s Grottos In Derbyshire
Wrap up warm and get ready for a silly Elf adventure as you arrive at Waterside Winter Wonderland. Take a journey through Watersides Enchanted Forest and the Valley of Christmas Lights to discover Santa’s Woodland Grotto.
An Audience With Father Christmas At Bolsover Castle
On selected dates in December you can join in the festive fun and meet Father Christmas for story time and meet and greet sessions.
Santa’s Grottos In Devon
The Santa’s Grotto experience at Boringdon Hall includes festive afternoon tea, Christmas activities including gingerbread decorating. Not forgetting the chance to meet Santa Claus himself to receive a Christmas present.
Santa’s Grottos In Dorset
Dates: 2023 TBC
More details and tickets to be announced nearer the time.
The Tank Museum Santa’s Grotto
Linsay Rd, Bovington, Wareham BH20 6JG
2023 TBC
On 19th – 20th November, the Tank Museum in Wareham is hosting a Dorset Christmas Fair. There will be live entertainment, and Santa will be arriving in a tank.
Moors Valley Railway Santa Special
Horton Rd, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2ET
On selected dates in December, you can meet Santa at Moors Valley Railway. Enjoy your own carriage on your journey to see Santa with mince pies and refreshments.
Dates: 2023 TBC
The ‘Meet Farmer Christmas Experience’ in the enchanted barn will be running in December 2023
Sail With Santa From Poole Quay
Enjoy one of the Sail with Santa cruises around Poole Harbour. Passing Brownsea Island, Sandbanks Peninsula, Studland Bay and more.
Santa will also be walking around the boat, meeting all the children, where each child will receive a Christmas present directly from Santa!
Father Christmas And His Reindeer at Bincombe Bumps
Along with Father Christmas, you can meet his reindeer and mischievous elves at Bincombe Bumps.
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Santa’s Grottos East Sussex
Alfriston Rd, East Sussex BN26 5QS
Dates: 25th November – 23rd December 2023
Meet Santa among the shimmering lights as you walk through the twinkling Tunnel of Lights. You wont be able to miss the spectacular 24ft Christmas tree. Each visit includes a personal one-to-one with Santa, photo opportunity and a magical Christmas gift!
Whitesmith, East Sussex, BN8 6JD
Santa will be visiting Blackberry Farm Park every weekend in December and during the holidays leading up to Christmas. As well as meeting Santa, solve the Christmas word trail to receive a small prize.
Santa’s Grottos In Essex
CO15 1QX
2023 TBC
Santa’s Grotto on Clacton Pier is open daily from December 2nd – 24th. You can also book additional Santa experiences including afternoon tea with Santa and Christmas Cracker deals.
Fenwick Colchester
152 High St, Colchester CO1 1PN
2023 TBC
Dates:
You’ll find the Grotto Arrival Station on the second floor where you will be greeted by friendly elves. Meet the big man himself and experience Santa’s magical grotto. Work with the elves in Santa’s Christmas Craft Factory to make delightfully decorative Pom Poms to bring a dose of fuzzy festive fun to your home.
Stubbins Hall Ln, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2EF
Dates: 2023 TBC
Spot Santa’s cheeky elves as they give you a tour on the way to meet Santa at Lee Valley Farm in Essex. Mrs Claus will also be putting on her magical kitchen show in her kitchen. You’ll also get the chance to meet the reindeer before they fly off to do their work on Christmas Eve.
Southend on Sea, Essex, SS1 1EE
Dates: 2023 TBC
Your Father Christmas experience includes a visit to the big man himself in his magical village called Christmasville.
Children can exchange their toy voucher for a toy in the Christmas toy store. There’s also plenty of Christmas entertainment and rides for the whole family.
South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Included with every Father Christmas Experience booking, you’ll also be able to experience the fantastic festive fun fair. This includes a real ice rink and Christmas train ride.
Old Macdonald’s Farm & Fun Park
Santa will be in the park every day until 24th December during the Christmas Journey event. There’s also the chance to meet real life reindeer, and try the interactive gingerbread trail too.
Colchester Zoo Santa Experience
2023 TBC
See Santa’s reindeer in their stables, create festive crafts at the Elves’ Workshop or listen to the elves as they tell stories of Santa’s NEW sloth friend. A zoo ticket is required for the Santa experience at Colchester Zoo and the Magic of Christmas experience.
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Cotswold Farm Park
Santa’s Grottos In Hampshire
Finkley Down Farm Father Christmas
Magical Christmas tickets include all-day entry to the farm. Your Christmas journey starts at Mother Christmas’ Kitchen before you make your reindeer food, collect your Christmas passport and so much more.
The Seafront, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0AG
Dates: 2023 TBC
Hayling Island Winter Wonderland has more than 40 displays featuring animations and hand crafted scenes. There are over 3 miles of lights and tonnes of snow to create the most magical Christmas experience in Hampshire.
Visit Father Christmas in his house and receive an early Christmas Gift
Santa At The Brickworks Museum
Swanwick Lane, Bursledon, SO31 7HB
Date: 2023 TBC
Father Christmas will be taking a day out from his busy December schedule and arriving at the Brickworks Museum to hand out gifts to his smallest fans. Bring the family, bring the dog and enjoy the magic of Christmas at the Brickworks.
Father Christmas’ Flying Visit
Hawk Conservatory Trust, Weyhill, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 8DY
Date: 2023 TBC
Father Christmas and more of his magical team of owls will be stopping at the Trust for this special family event. Find out what mischief Evergreen the Elf is up to and watch the magical owls fly. Girls and boys will meet Mother Christmas, who will share some freshly-baked treats from her kitchen for the children to enjoy whilst she tells them about the magical owls.
Father Christmas’ elves will have a special present to give out to every good girl and boy too!
Santa Cruises On The Basingstoke Canal
Aboard the boat Rosebud, you’ll take a gentle cruise to the start of the tinsel trail in the woods. Then it’s time to follow the trail to find Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special gift!
Cruise back to the Centre and head into Santa’s Workshop for Christmas colouring activities, warm drinks & mince pies for all.
Spaces can be purchased either over the phone on 01252 370073 or in person at the Canal Centre.
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Willows farm Santa Spectacular
Take a trip through the magical winter wonderland where you’ll find Santa in his amazing Grotto. Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
Write your letter to Santa and watch the 3D show. You can even take a ride on the runaway tractor for a festive ride.
Santa’s Grottos In Kent
Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6PY
Dates: 2023 TBC
Your visit to father Christmas at Hop Farm includes one free photo per booking, Christmas story telling with Mother Christmas, and a Christmas gift.
Dates: 2023 TBC
You can enjoy the decorated Christmas rooms at Hever Castle as well as visiting Santa himself.
Father Christmas has visited Ruxley Manor every year since as long as anyone can remember and will once again be returning from the 12th of November. Both Father Christmas and Mother Christmas, along with their Elves cannot wait to meet you!
Dates: 2023 TBC
Part of your visit at Kent Life will be to meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto. Children will be invited to select a gift of choice from the well stocked toy shop. You can also graduate from Elf School and help Mrs Christmas decorate gingerbread men in her kitchen.
Santa Safari At Fenn Bell Conservation Project
Climb aboard the Santa Safari, where you will be taken through the zoo and down to the magical winter wonderland where you can meet Father Christmas. Your Santa ticket also includes entry to the zoo.
The Reindeer Centre Christmas Grotto
Father Christmas is arriving at the Reindeer Centre on selected dates from 12th November. Each family will enjoy meeting with Father Christmas in his magical Christmas cabin. You can also walk through to the Christmas barn to see the animals.
Father Christmas Experience At Bredgar And Wormshill Railway
Dates: 2023 TBC
This steam train in Kent will take you to visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto. The Winter woodland offers a special experience to see Santa and receive a gift from him. There’s also the chance to have your photo taken with mulled wine and mince pies for the adults.
Dates: 2023 TBC
For just £5 per child, a visit to see Santa in Kent is a must. Open on selected weekends in December, no booking is needed for this Santa’s Grotto.
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Santa’s Grottos In Lancashire
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Santa’s Grotto
Dates: 2023 TBC
Visit Santa Claus in his Grotto and enjoy the festive fun experiences, guided by the magical elves through the winter wonderland. Then enjoy a delicious warming hot chocolate with marshmallows.
Prescot, L34 4AN
This magical Santa experience offers you and your family a meeting Santa in his very own living room. There’s also the opportunity to capture the memory on camera and take your very own framed photo home with you!
The Christmas experience ticket will include up to three hours of festive activities and unlimited play on the ice rink.
You can visit Santa, and also visit the elves workshop. There’s a festive show and gingerbread decorating with Mrs Claus too.
During December you can take the Santa train to see Santa in his grotto at Windmill Animal Farm in Lancashire. Your Santa ticket includes entry to the rest of the farm activities and a gift for the children.
You’ll begin your journey within the Animal Barn, before checking in to start your Christmas Adventure. Walk through Santa’s winter wonderland, see where his elves make all your toys, and even where Santa sleeps too.
Santa’s Grottos In London
Fenwick Kingston
Wood St, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1TX
2023 TBC
You’ll find the Grotto Arrival Station on the 3rd Floor of the toy department. The elves will welcome you, check your tickets, and lead you into the magical snowy forest. Don’t forget to look out for their Elf-mobiles, and listen out for a very special singing reindeer!
Alexandra Palace Santa’s Grotto
Alexandra Palace Way, London, N22 7AY
2023 TBC
Children can meet with Santa and receive a small gift. Plus there’s the opportunity to have their photo taken with Santa at his festive grotto.
Audience With Father Christmas At Kenwood
On selected dates in December you can join in the festive fun and meet Father Christmas for story time and meet and greet sessions.
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Santa’s Grottos In Manchester
Treat all the family to the ultimate Christmas experience with a snowy visit to see Santa himself. There’s a gift for all the children, and you can even extend your day by adding snow park sessions to your ticket.
Lancaster Park & Animal Farm Christmas Grotto
Take a journey through the magical Christmas grotto to meet Santa. Along the way join Mrs Claus for a Christmas story and write your letter to Santa.
2023 TBC
Santa’s Grottos In Norfolk
Stow Bardolph, Downham Market, West Norfolk, PE34 3HT
Dates: 2023 TBC
All Father Christmas tickets include entrance to the Farm as well as visiting Father Christmas, so you can stay all day and enjoy everything Church Farm has to offer including the indoor and outdoor play areas, animal encounters, undercover petting pens, Christmas shopping and market and lots lots more.
The Christmas Experience At Wroxham Barns
2023 TBC
Every weekend in December and 19th – 24th, you can visit the largest all inclusive experience in Norfolk. There’s the chance to visit Father Christmas and receive a present, decorate gingerbread people in Mrs Claus’ kitchen and plenty more activities.
Thursford Santa’s Magical Journey
Santa’s Magical Journey also includes the Enchanted Journey of Light in your ticket price. Your visit will begin by touring Christmas scenes and includes a visit to Santa in his house and a gift with a child’s ticket.
Once you have visited Santa, you will proceed outside to view the lantern light extravaganza. It takes approximately 1.5-2hours to complete the event.
Santa’s Grottos In Northamptonshire
Daventry NN11 2NH
There will be a gift for all the children on the nice list when they visit Santa at Whilton Locks Garden Village this year.
Through December you can visit Santa in his grotto at Wappenham Farm. You’ll receive your Santa passport on arrival, and be taken by the elves to make special reindeer food. In Santa’s grotto you’ll be able to listen to a festive story before receiving a gift to take home.
Santa’s Grottos In Northumberland
Visit Father Christmas at Kielder Winter Wonderland. Once you check in with the Christmas Elf, you’ll set off through the forest in search of Father Christmas’ woodland home.
Take in the beautiful views and be ready for a surprise as you may even spot one of his woodland helpers along the way.
Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens Santa’s Grotto
Enjoy an audience with Father Christmas at Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens this festive season. Santa will be telling his festival tales before the children receive a special gift.
Santa’s Grottos In Oxfordshire
Sandy Lane, Yarnton, Oxon, OX5 1PA
Dates; 2023 TBC
Santa will be back in his grotto at Yarnton Home & Garden. Join in writing a letter to Santa which you can give to him during your visit or take home to post. The Magic Garden soft play is available for all guests to play in during their session.
Bicester Hotel Golf And Spa Santa’s Grotto
Add a little magic to the festive season and take the young ones to visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto. The Santa’s Grotto will be open again for weekends in December.
Frost’s Garden Centre – Millets Farm
Frilford, Oxfordshire, OX13 5HB
2023 TBC
Between 27th November and 24th December, you can meet Santa in his grotto at Frost’s Garden Centre.
On arrival at the North Pole, you’ll be greeted by Snowball Sammy who will tell you all about the polar bears from the North Pole. There will be time for fun and games with the playful elf before it’s off to make reindeer food with Reindeer Ronnie.
Meet Santa in his cosy living room and one of his elves will capture a photo. Santa will gift a storybook exclusive to Frosts Grotto for the whole family to enjoy! Children will be able to choose a toy from our large selection in the Toy Workshop.
Santa’s Grottos In Shropshire
Take off in one of the Land Rovers across the park, under the Wishing Arch and up the steep hill to Santa’s spectacular network of caves. There are fairy-lit caverns and tunnels before you reach Santa’s grotto and the big man himself.
Santa’s Grottos In Somerset
Dates: 2023 TBC
Visiting Wookey Hole this Winter, you can be treated to the Winter Wonderland. The caves are list with over 100,000 lights which illuminate your way. The it’s on to visit Santa in his grotto, before the magical circus show.
Santa’s Grottos In Staffordshire
Drayton Manor Santa’s Grotto
Fazeley, Drayton Bassett, Tamworth B78 3TW
The Magical Christmas at Drayton Manor is happening on selected dates.
You can walk through the Castle, guided by elves. Enjoy story time with Mrs Claus, and make reindeer food with Father Christmas’ elves. The it’s onto meet Father Christmas himself! As you finish your Grotto experience, the kids will be able to collect their present, along with a hot chocolate and mince pie for the parents!
Leisure Island, Riverdrive, Tamworth B79 7ND
Visit Santa’s Winter Wonderland at Snowdome in Staffordshire this year. You can explore Santa’s Christmas snow trail featuring snow slides, fun displays and falling snow. Don’t forget to walk through the enchanted forest and hitch a ride on a sleigh.
North Pole Adventure At National Forest Adventure Farm
Dates: 2023 TBC
You will journey through the magical portal after receiving your special ticket from Father Christmas. Explore the Victorian high street and help the elves in the post office, as well as plenty of other activities on your way to visit Santa.
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Santa’s Christmas Grotto at Lackford Lakes
Bury St Edmunds , Suffolk, IP28 6HX
Date: 2023 TBC
The winter hide is transformed into a cosy grotto for the xmas season. Every child will have a chance to take a photo and talk to Santa as well as receiving a gift. There will also be lantern making all day before the local school choir sings carols with Father Christmas at 4.15pm.
Santa’s Grottos In Surrey
Dates: 25th, 26th November, 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 18th – 24th December 2023
A visit to Father Christmas at Godstone Farm is a unique experience and will include a private meeting with Father Christmas in his cosy grotto, as well as the opportunity to take part in fun and festive activities.
Young Street, Fetcham, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 9BS
Dates: 23rd November – 24th December 2023
You can meet Father Christmas in his magical workshop at Bockett’s Farm Park. Make your own reindeer food and complete your elf passport. Don’t forget to step into the giant snow globe and enjoy the heated indoor soft play as well during your visit.
Chessington Garden Centre Wonderland Experience
Date: 2023 TBC
Take a magical walk through Christmas Wonderland. Your journey will start with a short, animated film, and then it’s time to start your adventure. Each room features a different theme until you reach Father Christmas. You’ll visit him in his own cosy cabin where he will be checking names against the nice list.
There are two Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farms in Surrey to see Father Christmas in his grotto.
Booking isn’t required for a visit to Santa, where he will be on weekends in the run up to Christmas.
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Santa’s Grottos In Tyne And Wear
Mercantile Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5PH
Dates: 2023 TBC
Meet Santa and his elves in his glittering Winter Wonderland, There’s a gift for all the children during the individual meet and greets.
Santa’s Grottos In West Midlands
Dates: 2023 TBC
Visit the now famous Santa’s Grotto for a special Christmas experience in the unique and magical Selly Manor. You can meet Father Christmas and his lovely elves. Plus, get into the festive spirit and buy some unique local handmade crafts at the popular Craft Fair on the same day.
Santa’s Grottos In West Sussex
Newpound Lane, Wisborough Green, West Sussex, RH14 0EG
Dates: 2023 TBC
Listen to the sound of Santa’s sleigh bells gently ringing and head on through a magical journey of Father Christmas’ enchanting wonderland. The elves will be checking who has been naughty or nice and Father Christmas will be checking his list twice. Make your very own reindeer food ready to put out for Rudolph and his buddies on Christmas Eve. And don’t forget to also leave a carrot!
Turners Hill Rd, Worth, Crawley Down, Crawley RH10 4PE
The Christmas Experience is set within the beautiful woodland grounds of Tulleys Farm. As well as the Santa’s grotto, there’s also plenty of other festive activities happening. Check out the website for all the details.
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Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW
A festive visit to Longleat is magical even without seeing Santa. The Festival of Light is worth a visit alone, but the Santa train is the perfect way to make Christmas extra magical.
Between November and January, it’s Christmas at Longleat. Why not visit for a trip to see Santa as well as the other amazing activities on offer.
Fairwood Lakes Holiday Park
28 Fairwood Rd, Dilton Marsh, Westbury BA13 4EL
Dates: 2023 TBC
Father Christmas returns to Fairwood Lakes Holiday park for 2021, when he checks into his log cabin for a month. There’s a Christmas trail and grotto to experience. Along the trail you will spot the Polar Bear’s Fishing Pool where each child can play a festive “hook-a-duck” style fishing game and win a treat.
Enjoy hot chocolate in the Elves village and meet the main man himself.
Santa’s Grottos In Worcestershire
2023 TBC
Between the 25th November and 24th December, you can enjoy a personalised meeting with Santa in his Grotto at the Three Counties Showground. Each child will receive a personalised invitation from Santa himself to visit him.
Begin your magical adventure in the Winter village and take part in Jingle’s challenges before going into Santa’s toy shop.
Smart Trees Christmas Experience
Journey through the indoor forest where you can meander through the trees catching falling snow and bubbles along the way.
Stop to see the Nativity, the reindeer will be waiting to meet all the visitors and then receive a magic coin. Next you will find the magical wishing well where you can throw in your coin and make a wish before going on to meet the Elves and enter the Grotto.
Santa’s Grottos in Yorkshire
Father Christmas will pay a special visit to Castle Howard inDecember, bringing an immersive theatrical experience in the main House and a Storytelling Grotto in the Courtyard. He’s got lots of children to see, so make sure you book your spot before they’re all gone!
Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Audience With Santa
On selected dates in December you can join in the festive fun and meet Father Christmas for story time and meet and greet sessions.
Stockeld Park Santa’s Grotto
Wetherby Rd, Wetherby LS22 4AN
2023 TBC
Santa has his very own log cabin to make him feel at home during his visit this year from Lapland. Santa will be welcoming guests between 24th November until 24th December. Ticket prices are £13 per person.
Cherry Hill Garden Centre Santa’s Grotto
Stokesley Road, Hemlington, Middlesbrough, TS8 9DY
2023 TBC
Have a chat with Santa, and receive a special delivery from Lapland whilst you are there! You will have a chance to have a photograph with Santa, and you can make sure that Santa knows exactly what you want for Christmas!
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The Reindeer Lodge Santa Visit
Black Meadows Farm, Leeswood, Mold, CH7 4SQ
Tickets include toilets and refreshments area on arrival, drive in Theatre Show, stunning countryside views around the magical drive-thru Safari trail to see the reindeer herds. You can also discover the hidden elf village, visit Father Christmas in his Grotto, with a gift for every child and drive thru the Elves’ Toy Workshop.
Begelly, Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire, SA68 0XA
There’s mulled wine and a mince pie for the adults when visiting Santa at Folly’s Farm.
2023 TBC
Santa’s reindeer can also be found in the new Asian Adventure habitat. And to complete your Winter wonderland experience don’t forget to visit the magical indoor vintage fairground rides and complete the Gingerbread Trail for a chance to win a prize.
