WHERE TO SEE SANTA THIS CHRISTMAS
- Admin WBFL
- Nov 3, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 19, 2025
It’s the most magical time of the year and Santa’s getting ready to meet all the good boys and girls! From grottos to cozy Christmas markets, there are so many wonderful places to see Santa and take some cute pics with your children.
Before you make any plans, please check with the grottos for the latest details on dates, times, and ticket information — some Santa visits can get booked up quickly!
Where: Kennet Centre
When: 15 November
Visit Santa in the Kennet Centre as part of the Newbury Light Switch on festivities. Lovely set up, but can get quite busy, so make sure to get there early!
Where: Renegade Brewery
When: 7th and 14th December. £16.50 per person
Enjoy a family breakfast with a visit from Father Christmas. Includes a festive pack and gift from Santa.
Where: Milllets Farm Centre, Abingdon
When: Saturday 15th November - Wednesday 24th December
Price:
1 Adult & 1 Child OR Baby - £28.50
2 Adults & 2 Children - £53.50
2 Adults & 3 Children - £72.50
2 Adults & 4 Children - £91.50
Where: Newbury
When: 23rd November, 11:00 start.
Where: Sherfield-on-Loddon Garden Centre
When: Weekends from the 29th of November, and 22,23,24 December
There will be plenty of festive fun and activities for everyone to enjoy, as well as a small gift of your choice from the magical selection.Tickets are priced at £15.50 per child – adults go free!
Santa and Me, Blue Beetle ceramics
Where: Blue Beetle Ceramics
When: 6th December 15:00
All children will have a tree ornament to paint themselves, There will be a Santa & Me personalised dinner plate or Hot Chocolate Mug, with your child's and Santa's handprint or finger prints, and there will be a gift from Santa to take home on the day.
Where: Greenham Community Centre
When: Saturday 6th December
See Santa at the Greenham Community Centre Christmas Fayre
Where: Thatcham Garden Centre
When: 15th December -20th December
For babies and toddlers up to the age of two, this relaxed event is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit, enjoy a tasty breakfast, capture some adorable photos, and have a friendly chat with other new parents.
Your booking includes a traditional cooked breakfast for you, a breakfast pouch or kids’ breakfast for your little one, fun and stories from Santa, as well as a gift and photo opportunity with the man in red.
Where: Little Play Lounge
When: From the 15th of December at 10:30am
Join the Little Play Lounge for a Christmassy play lounge session with a special story from a friendly elf and present from Santa!
Santa Meet and Greet - Tiny Town Cafe
Where: Tiny Town Cafe, Newbury
When: 13th, 19th, 20th December
Each childrens ticket includes a personal meet and greet with Santa, reindeer food, a gift to take home, arts and crafts, photo ops and baby chino.
Where: Yattendon
When: 21 December
Join the Santa Fun run through Yattendons Christmas trees
Where: Thatcham Garden Centre
When: 22nd - 24th December
You and your child can enjoy a tasty, cooked breakfast or enjoy an afternoon tea at the Thatcham Garden centre. Meet Santa, take pictures, and get a personal gift at this charming alternative to a Santa’s Grotto.
Bucklebury Farm Father Christmas Grotto
Where: Bucklebury Farm
When: 6/7th, 13th/14th, 19th, 20th, 21st/22nd & 23rd December.
Meet Father Christmas in his cosy grotto. Receive a special festive gift straight from the North Pole. Enjoy magical Christmas activities full of sparkle, laughter & cheer. Plus, festive treats and farm fun for the whole family! £16 per child ticket - this ticket doesn't include General Admission. A General Admission ticket to the farm MUST be purchased alongside this ticket for all attending (including adults).
Where: Cobbs Play Barn Hungerford
When: Friday 19 December - 10:00, Sunday 21 December -15:00
Children’s Food - Santa Snack Box
Fresh Pastry or Sausage Roll & Hot Drink for Adults
Festive Table Games
Free Play in the Play Barn
A Meeting with Father Christmas & a Gift to Take Home
Where: 4 Kingdoms, Hampshire
When: 22nd of November until the 24th December
The Uk's Largest Indoor Christmas Experience. A 3 hour immersive walk-through experience that will fill your whole family with the true magic of Christmas
Where: Reading Winter Wonderland
When: 29th and 30th November 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd and 24th December 2025.
Santa and his cheerful Elf create a truly magical experience for every child.
Each little visitor will receive a high-quality Reading Winter Wonderland–branded gift to take home and treasure.
You are also welcome to capture the moment by taking your own photos during your special visit with Santa.
Our website will be updated regularly, so keep checking back to find new events and places where you can see Santa in person.
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