Where to See Father Christmas in Surrey & Berkshire

2024

Where to See Father Christmas in Surrey & Berkshire. Surrey & Berkshire are magical places during the festive season, with plenty of opportunities for children to meet Father Christmas. Whether you’re seeking a traditional grotto or an immersive festive experience, there’s something for every family. In this blog, I’ll share some of the best spots to visit Father Christmas in Surrey & Berkshire and 5 reasons why you should make this part of your family’s Christmas tradition every year.

 

If you are wondering where to visit Father Christmas in Surrey, enjoy the following: Top Places to See Father Christmas in Surrey & Berkshire.

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Where to see Father Christmas Santa in Surrey

1. Lapland UK  

Departures from : Ascot, UK shhhhhhhhhhh

Dates: 9th November – 24th December ’24

Tickets: From £85

This is THE most MAGICAL place! It will blow you (and your children) away, trust me!

Travel through the magical portal into the land of Father Christmas, help out in the toy factory, meet the amazing elves -Twoddle was our favourite- ice skate in the Elven Village and meet the Big Man himself. Honestly the most amazing experience. I will be taking my Grandchildren here when I’m old! (I’ve not got any just yet, just want to create a tradition in our family).

Tickets go on sale early so don’t miss out!

I don’t want to give too much away, you can view my reel of Rosie and I in 2024 HERE when we were lucky enough to go to the preview day.

Where to see Father Christmas Santa in Surrey

2. Hatchlands Park – National Trust

Dates: Sat 7, 14, 21 & Sun 8, 15 & 22 December

Tickets:  Normal admission applies & £8 per child to visit Father Christmas.

A visit to Father Christmas at Hatchlands Park offers more than just meeting the big man. Children can enjoy festive crafts, explore the grounds, and take part in Christmas-themed activities. Perfect for families who love a touch of history mixed with their holiday fun. You can come along and meet Father Christmas in his cosy hideout in the old stables, have a quick chat and receive a special Hatchlands Park 2024 teddy bear as a present.

 

Where to see Father Christmas Santa in Surrey

 

3. Godstone Farm, RH9

Dates: 23rd November ’24 – 24th December ’24.

Tickets: From £17.95

At Godstone Farm, Father Christmas visits are combined with festive farm fun! Along with meeting Santa, kids can enjoy the nativity scene with real animals, play in the adventure playground, and receive a special gift from Santa himself. Immerse yourself in festive activities during your jolly journey to meet Father Christmas and don’t forget to pay a visit to the Wish Room, where you’ll be transported to a magical place where special wishes are made and treasured! Enjoy Jingle and Jangle’s Christmas Adventure – an interactive and captivating show for children.

Where to see Father Christmas Santa in Surrey

 

4. Bocketts Farm, KT22

Dates: 22nd November – 24th December 2024

Tickets: From £26

The experience begins as your children hop on board the Santa Express trailer. The elves then take you on a short journey to their traditional workshop. Next, you’ll be invited to meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto. Each child will receive a special golden coin to spend in his amazing toy shop.

Where to see Father Christmas Santa in Surrey

5. Basingstoke Canal Santa Cruise

Dates: 3rd December ’24 – 23rd December ’24

Tickets: From £16

Bring the family to the Basingstoke Canal to meet Father Christmas in his canal-side grotto. Climb aboard the canal boat Rosebud waiting for you at the canal centre and take a gentle cruise to the start of the tinsel trail in the woods. Little ones lead the way and follow the trail to find Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special gift. Cruise back to the canal centre and head into Father Christmas’s Workshop for Christmas colouring activities, warm drinks and mince pies for all.

 

6. Winchester Science Centre, Hampshire

Dates: 14th December ’24 – 23rd December ’24

Tickets: From £9.60

Father Christmas is back in the Planetarium for Cosmic Christmas! Blast off on a live-action immersive festive space adventure for the whole family, meet the man in red himself and get a special Christmas gift.

Christmas cheer has taken over the Planetarium and Father Christmas’s North Pole has come to Winchester. Young and old will be transported to an intergalactic wonderland as Christmas comes to life through an immersive theatrical experience like no other. A live show, magical effects and an out-of-this-world journey through space on the Planetarium dome will come together as an original Christmas tale comes alive. Children will receive a special Christmas gift and there’ll even be time to meet Father Christmas himself and snap a festive selfie.

Join Father Christmas as he recreates the story of an epic mission to the International Space Station. Sit and listen as Father Christmas tells the tale of his cosmic adventures. Watch as the intergalactic planetary elf, Aster, brings it all to life through a magical Planetarium space journey. Join in with some fun audience participation and be wowed by immersive special effects. And then meet Father Christmas himself for photos.

Where to see Father Christmas Santa in Surrey

 

7. Four Kingdoms Adventure Park

Dates: 23rd |November ’24 – 24th December ’24

Tickets: From £31.50

SEND & Toddler sessions available.

Taking off from 4 Kingdoms Hop onto the sleigh to embark on your journey to Santa’s grotto where you’ll meet the friendly elves who will guide you along the way. Find yourselfthrowing snowballs at the Ice Castle and exploring the Enchanted Forest. With a New show for 2024, be immersed in this theatrical Christmas experience full of fun wonder and magical memories for the whole family. Nestled In a small elf village, you and your family will receive a warm welcome as you enter Father Christmas’s cabin for a private audience. Take a stroll around the sparkle copse village. There are plenty of picturesque spots to capture some family snaps. Walk around the snowy trees and ice walk, or pay a visit to some of the local hotspots. Here you’ll get to build your own bear to take home, make reindeer food and more. Oh, and let’s not forget Father Christmas’s toy shop where the kids can pick their own gift.

 

5 Reasons Why You Should Take Your Children to Meet Father Christmas in 2024

1. Create Lasting Memories

2. Encourage Belief in the Magic of Christmas

3. Get into the Christmas Spirit

4. Enjoy Family Time Away from the Screens

5. Capture Family Photos

 

Plan Your Visit Today!

There are plenty of places to see Father Christmas in Surrey this year, and these magical visits are the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Whether you’re looking for a simple Father Christmas grotto or a full Christmas adventure, these locations promise to deliver an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Remember, the festive season flies by quickly, so start planning now! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make lifelong memories with your children and capture the magic with beautiful family photos!

I hope you found this helpful if you are wondering where to visit Father Christmas in Surrey.

If you liked this, and need a walk on a beach over Christmas, you will love my blog about The Best Beaches To Travel To From Surrey

https://photographybyzoe.uk/the-5-best-beaches-to-travel-to-from-surrey/

Lots of love

 

Zoe

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