If you have little ones caught up in the magic of the festive season, you’re probably wondering where they can meet the main man in the run up to December 25.
We’ve compiled a list of 21 places you might want to check out – see the pages below.
Please make sure to check booking arrangements directly with the venue.
5. Ribby Hall Village in Wrea Green
Create magical memories with Ribby Hall's enchanting grotto experience. Your journey begins at the enchanted entrance, where friendly elves greet you with cheerful smiles and festive tunes. You’ll collect Santa’s checklist and follow Candy-Cane lane into the magical woodland. Along the way, complete interactive games to guarantee your space on Santa’s ‘nice list’. Before meeting Santa, stop by Festive Point to collect reindeer dust and write your Christmas list. Price: £29.50 per child Dates from November 17. Photo: Google
6. Santa Special Steam Experiences - Ribble Steam Railway
Ribble Steam Railway are back with their popular special Santa event, where children can meet Father Christmas on a festive vintage train. Snuggle up warm in your steam-heated carriage and be greeted by Santa as he hands you a personal Christmas present. Runs on December 1 at 10:30am, 11:45am, 1pm, 2:15pm and 3:30pm. Price: £17.50 per person | photographer MA Photo: photographer MA
7. Brickhouse Farm, Hambleton
Enjoy a visit to the grotto, receive a gift from Santa himself and create magical Christmas crafts with the help of his elves. Opening on weekends from December 1 to 15. £10 per ticket | Visit Lancashire Photo: Visit Lancashire
8. Pleasure Beach Resort Blackpool
Guided by elves through Pleasure Beach’s very own grotto, children will walk through a magical interactive walkway where they’ll write a Christmas wish list to hang on the wishing tree, collect reindeer food and a magic key, and of course meet Santa himself. Included in the experience, guests can take a trip down the rabbit hole with a ride on Alice in Wonderland, then enjoy hot chocolate with marshmallows. Available from November 16 to December 24. Prices on the Pleasure Beach website. | Pleasure Beach Resort Blackpool