Meet Santa at the Paradise Wildlife Park Christmas Market

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Let’s Go and Get Ready for Christmas!

Discover our round up of some fantastic festive attractions to enjoy with the whole family this Christmas.

Godstone Farm, Surrey

Wiglet’s Christmas Adventure returns with all the usual farmyard fun and a truly festive visit to see Father Christmas. Celebrate this wonderful time of the year with them, let little ones wander through the magical tunnel with their friendly elves and be guided to meet the man himself!

Watch small eyes light up as each child receives a marvellous present from their toyshop! There’s also interactive fun in Wiglet’s Workshop plus Christmas crafts and cookie decorating.

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The Snow Centre, Hemel Hempstead

Santa has found the perfect place to hang out in the lead up to Christmas – The Snow Centre of course! When taking time out to visit all the boys and girls in the lead up to Christmas, Santa Claus loves his home from home in freezing temperatures at The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead.

Just £15 per child including a gift from Santa. The Grotto is open 7th – 24th December – book early to avoid disappointment!

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Amberley Museum, Sussex

Take the family for a magical Christmas experience this December at Amberley Museum! Avoid the last minute rush and book today!

Amberley Museum’s 36-acre site is full of surprises, especially during the festive season. Ride the Christmas Express Train to visit Father Christmas in their 19th Century Ticket Office. Visit their Market Stalls, enjoy Children’s Crafts and take a frosty stroll joining in on their Family Christmas Trail.

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Paradise Wildlife Park, Herts

At 11am on Saturday 23rd November, Santa will officially open the Christmas Market and light their Christmas Tree before taking pride of place in his grotto from 12noon.

Enjoy a hot chocolate and a mince pie whilst wandering their selection of festive stalls to purchase those special Christmas gifts!

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Twinlakes, Leicestershire

Experience Twinlakes Park at Christmas during their Magical Winter Wonderland. Includes the usual theme park fun including rides, attractions and farm park with a special Christmassy twist. See Santa in his magical Grotto and take part in our seasonal activities including gingerbread decorating, giant snow globe and snowman hunt.

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Christmas at Roves Farm

Dress up and join the animals in Nativity Plays, meet Father Christmas, try some crafts and more at Roves near Swindon on selected dates from 30th November.

A Techniquest Christmas Carol

Don't miss Techniquest Cardiff's festive show in the Science Theatre on selected dates from 7th December 2019 to 5th January 2020. Suitable for all ages.

LaplandUK 2019

Book early for this Elftastic Christmas adventure in Berkshire from 16th November to 24th December 2019! Visit magical locations and meet Father Christmas.

Christmas Events at Ironbridge

Meet Santa, find out what a Victorian Christmas was like, get creative at tile-decorating workshops and more at Ironbridge in Shropshire on selected dates.

Santa Claus Festive Tours at Principality Stadium

Join a special stadium tour and search for Santa and his magical grotto on selected dates from 4th to 24th December 2019 in Cardiff. Book tickets early!

Father Christmas at Ceredigion Museum

Take the children to visit Father Christmas in his cosy cottage at Ceredigion Museum in Aberystwyth on Saturdays 7th and 14th December. £4.50 per child.

Children’s Magic of Christmas at RHS Garden Hyde Hall

Book your tickets to see Santa at RHS Garden Hyde Hall in Essex. Held on selected dates from the 6th to the 15th December.

The Santa Experience 2019 at Whitehouse Farm Centre

The Whitehouse Farm Centre is a perfect place to take the kids for a personal audience with Santa from 23rd November until Christmas Eve. Advance booking.

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ALL-NEW Santa Specials at the Severn Valley Railway

Join Santa for an exciting steam train ride through the Severn Valley in the West Midlands on selected dates in the run-up to Christmas. Booking essential.

Santa’s Grotto 2019 at Chill Factore

Santa is waiting to welcome children to his twinkling frosty grotto at Chill Factore where the kids can meet him and have lots of fun in the snow too!

Windsor On Ice 2019

Get your skates on and take the kids to enjoy the covered ice rink and festive attractions in Windsor from 16th November until 5th January this Christmas.

Enchanted Christmas at GreenWood

Twilight adventure in North Wales on dates from 30th November to 22nd December. Decorate gingerbread, discover the enchanted forest, visit Santa & more.

A Merry Musical Christmouse Trail at Hestercombe

Make your own music using handbells, xylophones and more as you join two mice musicians on this outdoor trail in Somerset from 7th December to 5th January.

Christmas at Africa Alive!

Book your tickets early for some festive fun at Africa Alive! in Suffolk. Held on selected dates during this period.

The Night Before Christmas at Sundown Adventureland

Meet Santa and ride the Night Before Christmas ride at Sundown's magical Christmas event from 16th November until Christmas Eve in the enchanted forest.

Christmas Trail at Tropical Butterfly House

Ride the tractor sleigh to Santa's grotto, the kids will be delighted to meet him at the Tropical Butterfly House from 30th November to 24th December.

Santa Cruises with the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust

Treat the family to a trip on the canal & see Santa at the same time! Trips run on selected dates from 14th to 23rd December in Wiltshire. Book in advance.

Festive Ice Rink in Taunton

Get your skates on at Taunton's real-ice rink on Castle Green from 9th December to 5th January. Fun day out whatever the weather as the rink is undercover.

Victorian Christmas at Beaulieu

Enjoy lots of festive activities at Beaulieu in Hampshire. Held from the 7th December to the 1st January 2020 on selected dates.

The Great Skate and Santa’s Afternoon Teas at the Celtic Manor Resort

Seasonal family fun in South Wales with ice rink, spectacular ice show and Santa's Afternoon Teas on selected dates from 22nd November until 5th January.

Christmas at Chatsworth

Experience a glorious Christmas at Chatsworth with entertainment and a magical festive atmosphere from 9th November to 5th January 2020.

Santa Specials 2019 at East Lancashire Railway

The East Lancashire Railway Santa Special is a lovely place for the kids to meet Father Christmas this year and a wonderful day out for all the family.

Christmas at Ightham Mote

See the Ground Floor decorated for Christmas at Ightham Mote in Kent. Held from the 30th November to the 5th January.

Breakfast with Father Christmas at Compton Acres

Father Christmas will be waiting for you at Compton Acres in Dorset! Held on selected dates from the 14th to the 24th December.

Santa Days at Trebah Garden

Take the children to Trebah Garden in Cornwall for this delightful event. Held on the 14th and 15th December only.

Meet Father Christmas at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Book in advance to visit Father Christmas in his cave grotto near Dudley and join in festive activities on weekends from 30th November to 15th December.

Winter Wonderland Stoke-on-Trent

Undercover real-ice rink, theme park style rides, Santa's Grotto, Christmas market & more in Staffordshire. Opening dates of individual attractions vary.

Christmas 2019 at Compton Verney

Storytime, Christmas paper crafts, meet Santa, a festive trail and more. Find out what's on for families at Compton Verney in Warwickshire this December.

Farmer Christmas at Green Dragon

Enjoy visiting Green Dragon and seeing what Farmer Christmas has to offer

Winter Wonderland 2019 at Conkers

Conkers' Winter Wonderland is a perfect place to go to see Santa and for a Christmas family treat from 30th November to 24th December.

Anglesey Abbey – The Board Game at Anglesey Abbey, Garden and Lode Mill

Enjoy a great day outdoors this winter at Anglesey Abbey, Garden and Lode Mill in Cambridge. Held from the 30th November to the 5th January.

Kielder Winter Wonderland 2019 in Northumberland

All you could want for an enchanted family Christmas treat in the beautiful forest at Kielder Water and the kids can meet Santa and his reindeer.

The Christmas Grotto at Wildwood Kent

Don't miss the wonderful Christmas Grotto at Wildwood in Kent! Held on selected dates from the 1st to the 24th December.

Santa’s Winter Wonderland – West Somerset Railway

Festive fun in Somerset from 30th November to 24th December. Board a steam train at Bishops Lydeard and travel to visit Santa in his winter wonderland.

Christmas at the Isle of Wight Zoo

There's lots of festive fun at the Isle of Wight Zoo in Yaverland! Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 22nd December.

Enchanted Christmas 2019 at Westonbirt

A magical illuminated trail through trees plus crafts and fairground rides on selected dates from 29th November to 22nd December. Advance booking essential.

Christmas Bricktacular at Legoland Discovery Centre

Legoland Discovery Centre promises super family fun at the Christmas Bricktacular from 23rd November to 6th January. Pre-booking is strongly recommended.

North Pole Adventure at the National Forest Adventure Farm

Look forward to a magical, activity-filled journey to meet Santa in Staffordshire from 23rd November to 24th December. Great choice for a family day out!

Santa Safari at West Midland Safari Park

Combine a four-mile self-drive safari with a visit to Santa and other festive activities on selected dates this November and December in Worcestershire.

Shivering Snowman Trail at Winkworth Arboretum

Dress up warmly for this fun festive trail at Winkworth Arboretum in Surrey. Held from the 7th to the 23rd December.

Family Christmas Adventure at Stockeld Park

Stockeld Park has an awesome array of fabulous Christmas fun with an ice rink, an enchanted illuminated forest, Santa's grotto from 14th Nov to 6th Jan.

The Elf Express 2019 at The Powell Cotton Museum and Quex Park

Enjoy lots of magical festive fun at The Powell Cotton Museum and Quex Park in Kent. Held from the 30th November to the 24th December.

Illuminated Arboretum – National Memorial Arboretum

See the woodlands and memorials of the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire washed with colour on ten evenings in December. Book tickets in advance.

Father Christmas Magic at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park

Visit Father Christmas at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park in Poole, Dorset. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 22nd December.

Wonder Nights at Mount Edgcumbe

Enjoy this amazing light show at Mount Edgcumbe in Cornwall, on the Devon border. Held on selected dates in December.

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride from Birmingham Moor Street

Book early for this theatrical recreation of the children's tale! Trains run on selected dates from 22nd November to 22nd December in the West Midlands.

Meet Santa this Christmas at Birdworld!

Book your tickets for this popular event at Birdworld in Farnham. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 24th December.

Santa Specials 2019 at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Enjoy this festive experience at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway in Havenstreet. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 24th December.

Sail to Santa at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

Do something different this festive season at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre in Sussex. Held on Saturdays and Sundays during this period.

Santa’s Present Quest at All Things Wild

Don't miss your chance to go behind the scenes at Elf HQ on an activity-packed day out in Worcestershire on selected dates until Christmas Eve. Book ahead.

Peter Pan & Wendy flying past Big Ben at night

Peter Pan on Ice at Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex

Book your tickets for another wonderful show at Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex in Surrey. Held from the 13th to the 15th December.

Christmas at Dunham Massey

Dunham Massey will have a festive illuminated adventure around the grounds from 22nd November until 30th December this Christmas season.

Early Bird and Santa Specials at Spa Valley Railway

Don't miss these Early Bird and Santa Specials from Eridge Station on the Spa Valley Railway in Kent. Held on selected dates in November and December.

Winter Wander Round Trail at the Nature Discovery Centre

Wrap up warm and set off to follow this trail in Berkshire from 20th December 2019 to 3rd January 2020 and learn more about the reserve's winter wildlife.

Warwick Castle Ice Rink and Christmas Activities

Skate on the Christmas ice rink and enjoy a host of festive activities at Warwick Castle from 23rd November 2019 until 5th January 2020. Book in advance.

Santa Cruises with the Cotswold Canals Trust

Treat the children to a boat trip with Santa on the Gloucester and Sharpness canal on weekends in December. No need to book, just turn up. £7 per person.

A Fairy Tale Christmas – Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust

Book tickets early for these popular boat trips to see Santa deep underground in the West Midlands. Available on selected dates from 1st to 23rd December.

Christmas at Wheal Martyn

Enjoy two wonderful events at Wheal Martyn in Cornwall. Held from the 1st to the 23rd December.

Tea With Santa at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park

Book places for the kids to see Santa on weekends during December for Tea With Santa from 4.30pm in the evening for children age 5years to 12 years.

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Father Christmas Needs a Wee at G Live

All the family will love this delightful adaption at G Live in Guildford. Held on selected dates in December.

Girl visiting Santa's grotto at Hestercombe

Father Christmas at Hestercombe

Wander through the wintertime gardens to meet Father Christmas in his little house on dates from 7th until 24th December in Somerset. Booking essential.

Salisbury Ice Rink

Book your tickets for Salisbury's all-weather, real-ice rink in the Guildhall Square from 30th November to 5th January. Great festive activity for all ages.

Santa Trips from Newbury with the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust

Treat the family to a trip on the canal & see Santa at the same time! Trips from Newbury in Berkshire on dates from 14th to 23rd December. Book in advance.

Pinnocchio Panto at Blackpool Tower Circus

You'll find jawdropping stunts, hilarious comedy capers and cheeky antics at the winter panto at Blackpool Tower Circus from 23rd November to 19th January.

Snow White – A Pantomime at the Marina Theatre

Take the family to a wonderful pantomime at the Marina Theatre in Lowestoft, Suffolk. Held from the 12th December to the 1st January.

Father Christmas at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve

Join in this popular event at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve in Ely, Cambridgeshire. Held on selected dates in December.

Breakfast with Santa at Mr Mulligans Birmingham

Tuck into breakfast with Santa, receive a gift in his grotto and enjoy a round of golf at Mr Mulligans in Birmingham on 14th and 15th December. Book ahead.

Christmas Experiences at Pink Pig Farm

Choose your Santa Experience at Pink Pig Farm from 29th November to 24th December and enjoy the Christmas play and activities.

A Magical Christmas at Hobbledown

There's so much festive fun to enjoy at Hobbledown in Surrey. Held on selected dates from the 22nd November to the 24th December.

Christmas Party in the Park at Twinlakes Theme Park

Join Santa and Mrs Claus after a day's family fun in the park and dance the evening away on 14th December at Twinlakes. Tickets on sale now.

Christmas Experience at West Lodge Farm Park

Hurry to book your tickets to meet Father Christmas as well as enjoy all the fun of the farm at West Lodge Farm Park from 30th November to 23rd December.

The Christmas Market at Leeds Castle

Enjoy wonderful weekend festivities at Leeds Castle in Kent. Held weekends only from the 23rd November to the 15th December.

Enchanted Christmas at Knowsley Safari

Experience a wonderful enchanted illuminated Knowsley Safari Park 23rd November until 23rd December. See Santa too!

Breakfast with Santa at Marks Hall Estate

Book your places for this delightful breakfast at Marks Hall Estate in Essex. Held on the 7th and 8th December.

Santa Specials at Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’

Book your tickets for the Santa Special at Mid Hants Railway 'Watercress Line' in Dorset. held on selected dates in November and December.

Toddlertastic Toy Workshop at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park

Book places for your little ones under 5years to Lincolnshire Wildlife Park's fun and games, make their own cuddly toy to take home on 4th, 11th, 18th Dec.

Father Christmas at the Hop Farm Family Park

Father Christmas is back this year at the Hop Farm Family Park in Kent. See him on selected dates from the 1st to the 23rd December.

Christmas on the Farm at Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park

Early Bird prices apply until the end of October! Book early to meet Father Christmas at the Cotswold Farm Park near Cheltenham on dates from 23rd November.

Stories With Santa at RHS Garden Harlow Carr

Christmas stories and a sing-along with Santa at RHS Garden Harlow Carr from 29th November to 24th December at timed sessions.

Christmas Adventure 2019 at Thornton Hall Farm

Thornton Hall Farm's Christmas Adventure is a perfect place to go where the kids can meet Santa from 30th November until 24th December.

Ice Rink and Santa’s Grotto at Millets Farm Centre

Skate on the undercover real-ice rink and visit Santa in his grotto on selected dates from 9th November to 5th January in Oxfordshire.

Coleton Aglow at Coleton Fishacre

See the beautiful festive lights at Coleton Fishacre in Devon. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 31st December.

Winter Fest at Brooklands Museum

Enjoy a fun family day out at Brooklands Museum in Surrey. Held on the 8th December.

Christmas For All The Family at Cannon Hall Farm

Sack loads of festive fun at Cannon Hall Farm includes a full days farm visit as well as Santa's grotto, the elf workshop and festive food with Santa.

Magic of Christmas at Colchester Zoo

There's just so much Christmas fun at Colchester Zoo in Essex. Held on selected dates from 30th November to the 24th December.

Santa Specials for 2019 at Kirklees Light Railway

The kids will love to see Santa at Kirklees Light Railway from 30th November until 24th December, book early for this popular trip.

Winter Wonderland at Ralph Court Gardens

Twinkling lights, snow machines, singing reindeer, a storytelling bear, baby alpacas, Santa and more on selected dates from 29th November in Herefordshire.

Christmas 2019 at Clearwell Caves

Enjoy the displays and meet Santa during a magical underground Christmas experience in Gloucestershire from 29th November onwards. Booking is essential.

Santa Special – West Somerset Railway

Travel by train from Minehead in Somerset to visit Santa in his grotto from 21st to 24th December 2019. All children will receive a special present.

Glow Gardens Illuminations at RHS Garden Rosemoor

Enjoy the wonderful lights this winter at RHS Garden Rosemoor in Devon. Held from the 14th November to the 4th January.

Santa Express at Swanage Railway

Book your tickets early for this delightful journey at the Swanage Railway in Dorset. Held on selected dates from 30 November to 24 December.

The Christmas Ice Rink at Webbs, Wychbold

Have fun on this real-ice rink in Worcestershire from 2nd November to 5th January. For extra festive fun, why not combine skating with a visit to Santa?

Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland 2019

Great festive day out in Cardiff for families from 8th November 2019 to 5th January 2020. Ice rink plus NEW 250-metre ice trail, Big Wheel and refreshments.

Santa’s Underground Grotto at National Coal Mining Museum

Drop down to an underground Santa's Grotto at the National Coal Mining Museum this Christmas where the kids will be delighted to meet the him.

Santa Specials at Llangollen Railway

All aboard for Santa's Christmas Specials in North Wales this December! There will be presents for the children and seasonal refreshments for their adults.

POLAR at Robin Hill Country Park

Book your POLAR experience at Robin Hill Country Park on the Isle of Wight. Held from the 29th November to the 22nd December.

Santa’s Snow Train and Crystal Grotto at Painshill

All aboard Santa's Snow Train at Painshill in Surrey. Held on selected dates from the 1st to the 22nd December.

Christmas Illuminated Trail at Forde Abbey

Wrap up warm and explore the magical trail through the gardens from 15th to 22nd December in South Somerset. Father Christmas is expected on selected dates.

Drayton’s Magical Christmas at Drayton Manor Park

Father Christmas, live shows, rides, daily snowfall and more! A magical day out in Staffordshire on selected dates from 16th November to 31st December 2019.

Santa and girl dressed as elf holding duckings

The Christmas Barn 2019 at Longdown Activity Farm

Enjoy the peaceful nativity scene and say hello to Santa at Longdown Activity Farm in Hampshire. Held from the 30th November to the 23rd December.

Meet Father Christmas at Marks Hall Estate

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity at Marks Hall Estate in Essex. Held on one day only, 13th December.

Christmas at Holkham

Enjoy all the wonderful festivities at Holkham in Norfolk this December. Held on selected dates from the 1st to the 23rd December.

Santa Specials at Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway

Climb aboard the Santa Specials that run from 24th November until 24th December from Bolton Abbey Station plus special evening trains on selected days.

Christmas at Babbacombe Model Village

See the model village decorated and lit up for Christmas. Held on selected dates from the 21st December to the 2nd January.

Christmas at Flamingo Land

Surprise the kids with a festive treat to see Santa and his reindeers from 23rd November until 24th December with lots of festive things to do.

Family Christmas House Trail at The Vyne

Have lots of fun on this House trail at The Vyne in Hampshire. Held on selected dates in December and January.

Enchanted Audley End

This very popular event is returning to Audley End House and Gardens in Essex. Held from the 5th to the 30th December.

Meet Father Christmas at Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park

Book your tickets early for this festive experience at Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park. Held on selected dates in December.

Steam Trains to Santa at Bure Valley Railway

Book your tickets early for a wonderful train ride at the Bure Valley Railway in Norfolk. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 24th December

The Festival of Light: Myths & Legends at Longleat

As darkness falls, hundreds of stunning, illuminated lanterns transform Longleat in Wiltshire on selected dates from 9th November 2019 to 5th January 2020.

Santa’s Grotto at Twinlakes

Book your tickets to visit Santa's Grotto at Twinlakes Park from 23rd November to 23rd December and enjoy a day of fun on the rides as well.

Santa Specials at North York Moors Railway

A Santa Special trip from Pickering or Grsmont at the North York Moors Railway will delight the kids, choose your train from 30th November to 22nd December.

Illuminated Gardens at Powis Castle

Wander through the spectacularly lit gardens and then step back to the 1940s in the state rooms at Powis Castle in mid Wales on selected dates in December.

Two girls peering through a door at Anglesey Abbey

Tinsel and Tweed at Anglesey Abbey, Garden and Lode Mill

Enjoy lots of festive fun at Anglesey Abbey, Garden and Lode Mill in Cambridgeshire. Held from the 30th November to the 5th January.

Robin Hood at Camberley Theatre

Book your tickets early for this fabulous pantomime at Camberley Theatre in Surrey. Held from the 9th to the 31st December.

Enchanted Weston – Weston Park

Follow a magical illuminated trail through beautiful woodland from 13th to 21st December in Shropshire. Also festive market. Advance booking is essential.

Christmas at Castle Howard

Early booking is strongly recommended for Castle Howard's magical festive celebration in the House starting 16th November until 5th January.

Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland 2019

Soak up the Christmas spirit at the Christmas Market and glide on the ice in Nottingham's Winter Wonderland this festive season in the Old Market Square.

Christmas at Marwell

Don't miss this wonderful Christmas experience at Marwell Zoo in Hampshire. Held on selected dates from the 16th November to the 24th December.

Christmas Celebration at Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure

There's lots of jolly festive fun at Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure in Norwich! Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 24th December.

Santa’s Winter Wonderland at the SnowDome

Book tickets for a Christmas adventure in Staffordshire! Real snow, a play trail, Santa's Christmas Village, stage show & more on dates from 15th November.

Christmas at Stourhead

Don't miss the amazing light installations along this magical after-dark Christmas trail in Wiltshire on selected dates from 29th November to 30th December.

Santa by Steam 2019 at Bodmin and Wenford Railway

Don't miss a wonderful train journey with Santa at the Bodmin and Wenford Railway in Cornwall. Held on selected dates from 30 November to 24 December.

Beauty and the Beast at the Grand Opera House

Book your tickets for this fun pantomime at the Grand Opera House in Belfast! Held from the 30th November to the 12th January 2020.

Steam with Santa at the Colne Valley Railway

Feel festive on a delightful train journey at the Colne Valley Railway in Essex. Held on selected dates in December.

A Christmas Carol at the The MAC (Metropolitan Arts Centre) Belfast

Book your tickets for this festive fable at The MAC (Metropolitan Arts Centre) in Belfast. Held from the 27th November to the 5th January.

Aladdin Panto 2019 at Kings Theatre Portsmouth

Book your tickets early for this magical pantomime at KIngs Theatre in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Held from the 11th Dec to the 5th January 2020.

Breakfast With Santa at Twinlakes Theme Park

A yummy breakfast, visit to Santa's Grotto, festive fun in Winter Wonderland and the theme park is all included in the ticket at Twinlakes on 22nd December.

Christmas Winterland Market in Londonderry

Get all your Christmas shopping done at the Christmas Winterland Market in Derry. Held from the 12th to the 15th December.

Farmer Christmas at Baylham House Farm

Farmer Christmas is returning to Baylham House Farm in Suffolk. See him on selected dates from the 1st November to the 23rd December.

Tower Toymaker’s Workshop at Emirates Spinnaker Tower

Santa, his Elves and his toy shop will be waiting for you at Emirates Spinnaker Tower in Hampshire! Held on selected dates during this period.

Family dressing up with characters at Roman Baths

Lighting up the Season at the Roman Baths

Take a break from Christmas preparations and enjoy a day out in Bath on 14th and 15th December. Have a go at creating mini Roman lamps using model magic.

Magical Christmas at Bocketts Farm Park

Experience a magical Christmas at Bocketts Farm Park in Surrey. Held from the 22nd November to the 24th December.

Christmas Light Trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

This wonderful Trail is back at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest in Kent. Held from the 22nd November to the 30th December.

Castle of Light, Edinburgh Castle.

See Edinburgh Castle transformed in a fabulous and thrilling lightshow this Festive Season.

Fireside Stories at Christmas at Raby Castle

Raby Castle is the setting in all its Christmas glory for fireside stories with Santa, or a trail around the forest from 30th November until 24th Dec

Santa Run 2019 in Hereford

Join a sea of Santas for a festive day out in the centre of Hereford and help support St Michael's Hospice on Sunday 15th December. Minimum age is 5 years.

Christmas at Croft Castle

Visit Father Christmas in his toy-making workshop at Croft Castle in Herefordshire on selected dates. Also learn what Christmas was like during the 1940s.

Christmas Experience at the National Showcaves Centre for Wales

Follow winding passageways and pass enormous caverns on your way to visit Santa's magical underground world in Mid Wales on dates from 30th November 2019.

Christmas Fun at Oxford Castle & Prison

Decorate Christmas cookies, build your own cuddly reindeer and more at Oxford Castle & Prison on 20th and 21st December. Fun for 5-11 year olds. Book ahead.

Enchanted Witley Court

Spot a fairy village and talking tree as you explore this magical illuminated trail through lovely gardens in Worcestershire on selected dates in December.

Winter Wonderland at The Mall, Cribbs Causeway

Huge open-air ice rink, the UK's biggest ice track and Santa's Enchanted Ice Castle! Enjoy a festive day out in Bristol from 16th November to 5th January.

Magical Wicksteed Park Christmas Experience

Book a festive Christmas treat to meet Father Christmas at Wicksteed Park on weekends during December plus weekdays leading up to Christmas.

Santa’s Magical Forest at Rheged

Dedicate a day to visit Rheged and join the family Christmas activities before the kids Meet Santa and receive an early present from 22nd Nov til 24th Dec.

Spectacle of Light 2019 at Sudeley Castle

Enjoy a stunning illuminated trail through the lovely grounds of Sudeley Castle in Gloucestershire on selected dates from 30th November to 30th December.

Waterfront Winterland 2019 in Swansea

A fun day out in South Wales with an ice rink and funfair attractions from 15th November to 5th January. Also Santa's Grotto on selected dates.

Christmas at Blenheim Palace

Daytime indoor 'Alice in the Palace' experience, Christmas market and Illuminated Trail on selected dates from 22nd November to 5th January in Oxfordshire.

Christmas and Dino Discovery at Winchester Science Centre

Enjoy the festive fun at Winchester Science Centre in Hampshire. Held from the 30th November to the 6th January 2020.

Wiglet’s Christmas Adventure 2019 at Godstone Farm

Don't miss Wiglet's festive adventure at Godstone Farm in Surrey. Held on selected dates from the 23rd November to the 24th December.

Christmas at Belton House

Belton House will have a fabulous illuminated trail this Christmas from 28th November until 30th December - advance tickets are on sale now, don't miss it!

Christmas Specials at Audley End Miniature Railway

Climb onto the Santa Express for a wonderfully festive experience at Audley End Miniature Railway in Essex. Held on selected dates.

Magical Birds and Festive Feathers at Leeds Castle

Enjoy a magical kingdom of birds and festive feathers at Leeds Castle in Kent. Held from the 23rd November 2019 to the 1st January 2020.

Ice To Be Back! at Life Science Centre

Life Science Centre will open its annual ice skating rink on 9th November this year and you can enjoy the winter experience up until 23rd February 2020.

The Polar Express Festive Story Workshop at Seven Stories

Join The Polar Express Festive Story Workshop at Seven Stories on 23rd Nov-23rd Dec. Wear your pyjamas for a memorable snuggly special storytime.

Festive Family Fun at the British Motor Museum

Follow the trail to fix Santa's sleigh, join a special Elf Tour or have a go at Christmas Craft on selected dates from 7th to 23rd December in Warwickshire.

Santa’s Grotto at Folly Farm

Santa's Grotto, reindeer, a snow globe, Gingerbread Trail, panto characters, zoo, magic show and much more in Pembrokeshire on selected dates this winter.

Father Christmas 2019 at Tatton Park Farm

Add this festive event at Tatton Park Farm to your places to go for Christmas cheer, the kids can meet Santa from 30th to 22nd December.

Santa Specials 2019 at Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

Christmas magic aboard a steam train, one of the most wonderful experiences for kids, weekends at Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway from 30th Nov to 15th Dec.

Storytime With Santa at Whitehouse Farm Centre

Wear your pyjamas for a cosy story time with Santa at The Whitehouse Farm Centre on selected days from 26th November until 17th December.

Peter Pan at the Mayflower Theatre

Enjoy this great performance at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton. Held from the 14th December to the 5th January.

Father Christmas at Groombridge Place

Book your tickets for a magical day out at Groombridge Place in Kent. Held on selected dates from the 7th to the 24th December.

The Night Before Christmas at Killerton

Everyone will enjoy the festive fun at Killerton in Devon. Held from the 23rd November to the 5th January 2020.

Bournemouth Christmas Tree Wonderland

See all the wonderful Christmas Trees on a trail in Bournemouth, Dorset. Held from the 15th November to the 2nd January.

Winter Wonderland Weekends at Whitehouse Farm Centre

The Whitehouse Farm Centre is the perfect place to take the kids for Winter Wonderland magical memories from 23rd November to 24th December.

Christmas Experience at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park

Join in the festive fun at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park near Maidstone. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 24th December.

Train of Lights at Dartmouth Steam Railway

Don't miss this wonderful festive experience on the Dartmouth Steam Railway in Devon! Held on Selected dates during this period.

Christmas at W5 – Santa Street

Feel the magic of Christmas come alive at Santa Street at the W5 in Belfast. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 23rd December.

Grandpa’s Great Escape Live at Arena Birmingham

Don't miss this Christmas spectacular when it comes to Birmingham on 23rd, 24th & 26th December. Will Grandpa and grandson Jack escape the wicked matron?

Santa Flights at British Airways i360 Viewing Tower

Fly high above the rooftops at British Airways i360 Viewing Tower in Brighton, Sussex. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 24th December.

Santa Specials 2019 at the Bluebell Railway

Make sure you've booked for a wonderfully festive train trip at the Bluebell Railway in Sussex. Held on selected dates during this period.

Santa’s Grotto at Bristol Zoo

Meet Santa in Bristol Zoo's glittering winter wonderland from 30th November to 23rd December. Also arts & crafts to try and over 400 animal species to see!

Scoff ‘n’ Stroll in December at the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

Make the most of this year's last Scoff 'n' Stroll at the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Buckinghamshire. Held on the 29th December.

Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole

Magical Christmas tours of the caves, Santa, festive circus show, film and more on selected dates from 23rd November 2019 to 5th January 2020 in Somerset.

Festive Trail at Itchen Valley Country Park

Have lots of fun on this festive trail at Itchen Valley Country Park in Hampshire. Held from the 21st December to the 5th January.

Christmas at Bressingham Steam and Gardens

Book your tickets early for this festive experience at Bressingham in Norfolk. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 24th December.

Winter Season 2019 at Eureka!

Visit Eureka’s sparkling winter Santa's grotto, meet the friendliest elves in town, see the delightful show 'Snow Day' from 23rd Nov until 5th January.

Festive Fun at Adventure Wonderland

Enjoy even more festive fun this year at Adventure Wonderland in Dorset. Held on selected dates from the 23rd November to the 23rd December.

The Christmas Experience 2019 at Wheelgate Park

Fun for all at The Christmas Experience with Santa's fairytale grotto, illuminated winter wonderland and festive crafty workshops from 1st to 23rd December.

Meet Father Christmas at the Eden Project

Tickets are selling out fast for this wonderful event at the Eden Project in Cornwall. Held on selected dates from the 30th November onwards.

Enchanted Christmas Kingdom 2019 at Hatton Adventure World

All-day festive entertainment in Warwickshire on dates from 30th November to 24th December. Father Christmas, live shows, fun fair rides, crafts and more.

Enchanted Walmer Castle

Experience a magical winter's night at Walmer Castle and Gardens in Deal, Kent. Held on selected dates from the 5th to the 22nd December.

The World Snowball Fight Championship at The Royal Mint Experience

Book places to join the Elves' annual snowball fight at The Royal Mint Experience in South Wales on selected dates from 23rd November to 23rd December.

Santa in the Caves at Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

Visit Santa in the caves at Kents Cavern in Devon! He will be there from December 1st to the 24th.

Meet Father Christmas at Moyse’s Hall Museum

Tell Father Christmas all your wishes at Moyse's Hall Museum in Suffolk. Held on the weekend of the 14th and 15th December.

Children’s Victorian Christmas Santa Trails at Tamworth Castle

Make cards, cut out gingerbread men, write your Christmas letter & then receive a gift from Santa himself on selected dates this December in Staffordshire.

Alice in Winterland at Lightwater Valley Park

Alice is the focus of a fabulous illuminated Lightwater Valley Theme Park from 22nd November until 30th December.Book earlybird tickets up to 16th September

Sail with Santa! – Bristol Ferry Boats

A festive boat trip including a visit to Santa is sure to be a hit with kids this Christmas! In 2019, trips run 7th-8th, 14th-15th & 22nd-24th December.

Luminate Wales at Margam Country Park

Festive family fun in South Wales from 22nd November to 23rd December. Book timed entry slots in advance for this captivating after-dark illuminated trail.

Christmas at Paultons Park

There's lots of fun for everyone this festive season at Paultons Park in Hampshire. Held on selected dates in December.

Santa Steam Trains at Great Central Railway

Hop on board a Santa Special and the kids will be delighted to meet Santa who has an early gift for them. Steam trains operate from 23rd Nov til 24th Dec.

Christmas Family Raceday 2019 at Ascot Racecourse

Festive family day out in Berkshire with thrilling racing, Father Christmas, storytelling with Mrs Christmas, fairground rides and more on 21st December.

Christmas at Dyffryn Gardens

Illuminated after-dark trail, Father Christmas (book ahead) and daytime trail in the Vale of Glamorgan on selected dates from 25th November to 5th January.

The Snowman flying with Snow Dog underarm

The Snowman™ and The Snowdog Winter Trail at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Go on this great story trail at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Hampshire. Held from the 30th November to the 5th January.

Santa standing beside traditional Christmas tree

Christmas at Amberley Museum

Have a wonderfully festive time at Amberley Museum in Sussex. Held on selected dates from the 7th to the 22nd December.

At Home With Father Christmas at Harewood

Father Christmas and Mrs Claus will be welcoming you and the kids from 30th November in their home from home at Harewood in West Yorkshire.

Festive Ice Rink Experience and Santa’s Grotto at Whitehall Garden Centre Lacock

Skate on real ice this winter in Wiltshire from 2nd November to 5th January. Why not combine with a visit to Santa's Grotto or making some reindeer food?

Dickensian Christmas at Kentwell

There's a whole day of wonderfully festive fun on offer at Kentwell in Suffolk. Held on selected dates in December.

Aladdin at the New Victoria Theatre

Prepare to feel festive with this fun pantomime at the New Victoria Theatre in Woking, Surrey. Held from the 7th December to the 5th January 2020.

Children jumping with Christmas hats and decs

Christmas at Jump In Trampoline Park Slough

Jumptastic Christmas Party Packages, leaping Christmas Gifts and a Christmas Eve Pyjama Party. Join in the festive fun at Jump In Trampoline Park Slough!

Father Christmas at Bodiam Castle

Enjoy lots of festive fun at Bodiam Castle in Sussex, on the border with Kent. Held on selected dates from the 30th November to the 23rd December.

Earlybird Santa Bookings at Castle Howard

Book early for the children to see Santa at Castle Howard, booking opens on 7th September for the festive season starting 16th November until 5th January.

Peter Pan at Chelmsford City Theatres

Enjoy a wonderful pantomime with all the family at Chelmsford City Theatres in Essex. Held from the 29th November to the 5th January 2020.

The Winter Trail App at Leeds Castle

Get outdoors this festive season at Leeds Castle in Kent! Held from the 21st December to the 5th January 2020.

Caerphilly Castle Ice Rink

Festive fun in South Wales. Skate on the outdoor rink within magnificent Caerphillly Castle on selected dates from 6th December 2019 to 6th January 2020.

Santa at the Ulster American Folk Park

Go back in time this Christmas at the Ulster American Folk Park in Northern Ireland. Held on selected dates in December.

’12 Birds of Christmas’ Quiz Trail at RSPB Conwy

Find the missing lyrics for the Christmas song and fill in the blanks on a fun day out in Conwy on selected dates from 1st December to 5th January.

Christmas 2019 at Drusillas Park

Experience the magic of Christmas at Drusillas Park in Sussex. Held from the 23rd November to the 23rd December.

Lanterns 2019 at Chester Zoo

Experience a fabulous illuminated Chester Zoo this Christmas at 'Lanterns' an enchanting winter wonderland from 22nd November until 23rd December.

Aladdin at Theatre Royal Margate

All the family can enjoy this fun panto at Theatre Royal Margate in Kent. Held from the 7th to the 29th December.

Santa Express 2019 at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

Early booking is advised for the special Santa Express train journey from Ravenglass to Dalegarth on selected dates from 30th November to 23rd December.

Pop up Calendars at the National Waterfront Museum

Free 'make and take' activity in Swansea for after Christmas. Get creative at the National Waterfront Museum from 27th-31st December and 2nd-5th January.

A Festive Day Out With Thomas at Didcot Railway Centre

Treat the kids to a ride on Thomas the Tank Engine to visit Father Christmas in his grotto on weekends from 30th November to 22nd December in Oxfordshire.

Christmas at Trelissick

Enjoy all the festive fun this year at Trelissick in Cornwall. Held from the 6th to the 31st December.

Santa Specials at the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum

Meet Santa at North Pole Halt on the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway in Norfolk! Held on selected dates from the 7th to the 22nd December.

The Santa Experience at Park Hall the Countryside Experience

Festive day out in Shropshire on selected dates from 23rd November to 24th December. Visits to Santa, the Elf Academy, animals, adventure play and more.

Christmas 2019 at Cheddar Gorge and Caves

Enjoy festive tales, sing songs and receive an early present from Father Christmas on selected dates from 16th November to 24th December in Somerset.

Aladdin at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

Enjoy everything you would want from a pantomime at the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre in Dorset. Held from the 7th December to the 5th January 2020.

Jog Off Your Jumper 2020 at Attingham Park

Get your Christmas jumpers out for one last outing and join in this family fun run near Shrewsbury on Saturday 4th January 2020. Advance booking essential.

Open Air Ice Rink at Gloucester Quays

Try out the open-air ice rink at Gloucester Quays from 14th November to 5th January. Everyone can join in the fun, from beginners to experienced skaters.

A Woodland Christmas on the Clent Hills

Follow a Christmas trail and then meet Father Christmas in his woodland grotto on 8th, 14th and 15th December in Worcestershire. Book tickets in advance.

Father Christmas at Pakenham Water Mill

Say hello to Father Christmas at Pakenham Water Mill in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Held on the 7th December.

Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland 2019

Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland in York offers a great day out with ice skating on the north's largest rink and Santa for the kids from 16th Nov til 5th Jan.

LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort at Christmas

Soak up the festive atmosphere at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort on dates from 30th November to 6th January 2020. Visits to Santa plus 26 rides & attractions.

Ice Skate Birmingham 2019

Join in the fun at Birmingham's covered Christmas ice rink from 7th November until 12th January. Afterwards, take a trip on the big wheel for great views!

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Christmas Events at Ironbridge

Santa Claus Festive Tours at Principality Stadium

Father Christmas at Ceredigion Museum

Children’s Magic of Christmas at RHS Garden Hyde Hall

The Santa Experience 2019 at Whitehouse Farm Centre

ALL-NEW Santa Specials at the Severn Valley Railway

Santa’s Grotto 2019 at Chill Factore

Windsor On Ice 2019

Enchanted Christmas at GreenWood

A Merry Musical Christmouse Trail at Hestercombe

Christmas at Africa Alive!

The Night Before Christmas at Sundown Adventureland

Christmas Trail at Tropical Butterfly House

Santa Cruises with the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust

Festive Ice Rink in Taunton

Victorian Christmas at Beaulieu

The Great Skate and Santa’s Afternoon Teas at the Celtic Manor Resort

Christmas at Chatsworth

Santa Specials 2019 at East Lancashire Railway

Christmas at Ightham Mote

Breakfast with Father Christmas at Compton Acres

Santa Days at Trebah Garden

Meet Father Christmas at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Winter Wonderland Stoke-on-Trent

Christmas 2019 at Compton Verney

Farmer Christmas at Green Dragon

Winter Wonderland 2019 at Conkers

Anglesey Abbey – The Board Game at Anglesey Abbey, Garden and Lode Mill

Kielder Winter Wonderland 2019 in Northumberland

The Christmas Grotto at Wildwood Kent

Santa’s Winter Wonderland – West Somerset Railway

Christmas at the Isle of Wight Zoo

Enchanted Christmas 2019 at Westonbirt

Christmas Bricktacular at Legoland Discovery Centre

North Pole Adventure at the National Forest Adventure Farm

Santa Safari at West Midland Safari Park

Shivering Snowman Trail at Winkworth Arboretum

Family Christmas Adventure at Stockeld Park

The Elf Express 2019 at The Powell Cotton Museum and Quex Park

Illuminated Arboretum – National Memorial Arboretum

Father Christmas Magic at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park

Wonder Nights at Mount Edgcumbe

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride from Birmingham Moor Street

Meet Santa this Christmas at Birdworld!

Santa Specials 2019 at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Sail to Santa at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

Santa’s Present Quest at All Things Wild

Peter Pan on Ice at Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex

Christmas at Dunham Massey

Early Bird and Santa Specials at Spa Valley Railway

Winter Wander Round Trail at the Nature Discovery Centre

Warwick Castle Ice Rink and Christmas Activities

Santa Cruises with the Cotswold Canals Trust

A Fairy Tale Christmas – Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust

Christmas at Wheal Martyn

Tea With Santa at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park

Father Christmas Needs a Wee at G Live

Father Christmas at Hestercombe

Salisbury Ice Rink

Santa Trips from Newbury with the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust

Pinnocchio Panto at Blackpool Tower Circus

Snow White – A Pantomime at the Marina Theatre

Father Christmas at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve

Breakfast with Santa at Mr Mulligans Birmingham

Christmas Experiences at Pink Pig Farm

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