30th November - 24th December 2024
Add some magic to the festive season with a visit to see Father Christmas in his grotto. He's been spending all year getting ready for his big day and organising his visits across the destination, take a look below for a place local to you and see if he is stopping by.
Whether you're looking for a unique full Christmas experience or a simple chance to meet Santa Claus, his cuddly friends and trusty reindeers, you can find a host of fantastic events across South East England. From the chance to meet Santa on a boat, steam train or even taking part in a fun run, we are sure that your short magical journey to the North Pole will be full of festive cheer.
Take a look below for a full list of places to meet the man you may know as Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle or Santa, you will find him and his elfs visiting a county near you, from Kent to Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
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Christmas
Reading
Catering for all ages, there’s something for everyone. Families and friends return year after year to soak up the festive atmosphere. Unbelievable £22 Unlimited Ride Wristbands where you can have unlimited riding for 4 hours and for £5 extra you can…
Christmas
Basingstoke
Get out for some festive fun and shop for some crafty unusual gifts at The Malls' traditional Christmas Market which will be running from Friday 15 November to 31 December.
You’ll find Christmas walkabouts to entertain you whilst you shop…
Childrens Events
Brighton
Join us for a fun-filled Festive Fair at the Brighton Toy Museum on Sunday, December 15th, from 11am to 4pm. It’s the perfect place to pick up some unique, last-minute Christmas gifts and stocking fillers, all within a charming and festive…
Christmas
East Cowes
Join Father Christmas at Osborne this December for a magical way to start the festive season.
Father Christmas is taking time out of his busy festive schedule to tell some of his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree.
After…
Christmas
Titchfield, Fareham
Santa and his elves have prepared the most magical experience yet in the Stewarts Winter Wonderland which will open on 23rd November until 24th December. You will meet our elves and take a stroll down the magical Winter Wonderland village walkway.…
Family
Station Road, Tenterden
We love Christmas at the Kent and East Sussex Railway and we have been welcoming families to meet Santa on our trains since 1974! There's nothing quite like the pleasure of a steam train ride knowing your child will meet Santa and receive a named…
Christmas
Alresford
Join Father Christmas as he transports you to Ropley on his magical Father Christmas Express.
Have some jolly, festive fun with his helpers as you ride on a steam train to Father Christmas' Hampshire Hideaway.
Childrens Events
Brighton
Treat your furry friend to a visit to Santa Paw’s Grotto, including a special gift from Santa himself
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to santa paws at your local Dobbies.
Plus, if you want the complete family…
Childrens Events
Brighton
Embrace the festive season with a must-have visit to Santa
WHAT BETTER WAY TO BRING THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS TO LIFE THAN A MEETING WITH SANTA HIMSELF!
From 28th Nov - 24th Dec | £8.99 per child
Santa will be bringing the festive joy right to the…
Christmas
Winchester
Join a flurry of Santas in a festive Zumba warm up in front of the Guildhall steps - a truly magical experience to be a part of, before embarking on a 5k route around the historic streets of Winchester city centre. In addition to our classic 5k,…
Christmas
Windsor
Treat your little ones to a fun-filled afternoon with our legendary festive afternoon tea and the chance to meet Santa himself.
Christmas
Chichester
We're elf-static that Father Christmas is coming to CFT! We've been tinkering away with Master Elves, Tinsel and Beau, for a brand-new family experience.
Believers get to go behind-the-scenes at the Elves' Workshop, where creativity and craft…
Christmas
Portsmouth
This Christmas, Spinnaker Tower transforms into Santa's Toy Maker Workshop. Children can join Santa's elves to craft their own cuddly toy, enjoy festive games, and visit Santa in his grotto. Explore the tower, find hidden elves, and enjoy a free hot…
Christmas
Ongar
Bring the family to see Santa on his special train with the fantastically festive Epping Ongar Railway Santa Specials!
Participatory Event
Brighton
Join Father Christmas in the truly extravagant Royal Pavilion for a traditional treat for all the family.
Christmas
Windsor
Whether they have been naughty or nice this year, indulge your little ones with an unlimited breakfast buffet packed with yummy choices and a visit from Santa Claus with a gift for all little ones under 12.
Childrens Events
Winchester
The show where every child gets a present from Santa!
Following last year's sell-out performances of Santa's Christmas Wish, Honalee Media are delighted to present their next hit Santa Show this Christmas.
Childrens Events
Portsmouth
Experience the magic at Spinnaker Tower as Santa’s Toy Maker Workshop returns!
Participatory Event
Marlow
Each year the sight of hundreds of Santas running and walking 5km (3 miles) around the streets of Marlow has provided the town with a glorious spectacle which kicks off the festive season.
Sporting Event
Eton, Windsor
Get ready to jingle all the way at the fun and festive ‘ADS’ Charity Santa Fun Run on 24 November at Eton Dorney Lake!
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