Fun day of free Christmas celebrations. Post your letters to Santa and get creative with Christmas crafts. Some of these castles are run by English Heritage. We highly recommend an English Heritage membership. Just a couple of visits to English Heritage properties during the year will cover the cost of your pass. Hever Castle

We are waiting for this year’s details to be released but are excited to hear what John Lewis has up their sleeve! 4. Fortnum & Mason TBC. There’s no doubt that Harrods Grotto is one of the best Santa experiences in the city, with its stunning decorations, authentic Santa, and lovely Harrods branded teddy bear for each child who visits.

Get into the festive vibes at the Hammersmith Christmas Market for one day only – this Saturday November 25 – which rounds off our list of the best Santa’s grottos in London this year . The traffic-free event in King Street and Lyric Square will be full of more than 100 stalls filled with seasonal food, drink, gifts and entertainment plus a Santa’s grotto and more. Walking through his 150ft magical grotto will be open for everyone to enjoy all the beautiful scenes Nearest stations are Stratford and Stratford International. 14. Santa’s Grotto at Ealing Broadway Photo: Ealing Broadway After being cancelled two years running because of Covid, it also didn’t take place in 2022, so there’s no guarantee he’ll return for 2023 either.

The facade, and architectural design is quite accomplished, and I love the oddly shaped base, and W-shape of the house, as well as how well the curves on the roof, offset some of the harsher sharper lines.

When the kids were 7 and 8 we thought it was the perfect time to take them to Lapland to visit Father Christmas – the ultimate Santa’s Grotto – to ensure their belief in the magic of Christmas remained for a little while longer.

Location: Skylark Garden Centre, Manea Road, Wimblington, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 0PE. Burston Garden Centre Location: West Midland Safari & Leisure Park, Spring Grove Road, Bewdley, Kidderminster, DY12 1LF. Marwell Zoo Led by local children holding their own lanterns, Santa often makes an appearance before settling in to the Greenwich market grotto for the rest of the festive season. While most seasonal activities are included with entry throughout December, the Zoo’s “Meet Santa” sessions only take place on certain dates and need to be booked in advance and paid for separately.

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Nearest stations are Hammersmith and Ravenscourt Park. 16. Santa’s Grotto at Woolwich Works Photo: Woolwich Works So yes, while there are some similarities, this set does have its own identity and is a great expansion for your LEGO Winter Village, especially if you don’t own the Cottage. And here’s the completed family home, which is resplendent in Light Royal Blue – the same colour as the Winter Village Cottage, which still works really well, as it contrasts really nicely against all the white snow on its roof, and ground, and also makes the green and reds pop. The store also offers “Storytelling with Father Christmas” sessions for kids, in which Santa will read one of his favourite Christmas books and give little ones a very special F&M goodie bag. oin the elves for some fun in their enchanting workshop, including making magical reindeer food ready to sprinkle on your lawn on Christmas, then enter the magical grotto to enjoy a story from Santa and receive a gift for each child! Depart the grotto on the miniature Christmas railway .

TBC Mr Claus usually likes to swap the North Pole for North London and set up a Grotto in the East Court of Alexandra Palace, where children can meet Santa, take a festive photo, and receive a small Christmas gift. Build [4]– A very fun and engaging build that was super relaxing. Not too challenging, but mostly chill.

Choose your Santa’s Lapland experience

Using these recommendations, you will find somewhere magical to visit Santa in London this year! London is a fantastic place to visit with children as there are many attractions and things to see and do. You will be joining Mrs. Claus, Santa and the Elves at the magical castle on the hill in Wexford. The tour is about 45 minutes long and includes a gift and lots of surprises for all the family. Another lovely and inclusive element of this location is the sensory friendly tour for children who may be sensitive to audio or visual.