Father Christmas at Arlington Court 2026
Our traditional green Father Christmas will be visiting his grotto at Arlington Court this year on Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 of December.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Meet our traditional green Father Christmas in the Reading Room at Arlington Court on Saturday 5 December and Sunday 6 December.
All good children will receive a present. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Accompanying adults do not need to book tickets but normal admission still applies on arrival.
Please note that when you book a 30-minute time slot, Father Christmas will see you within that 30 minute slot, however there could be a 5-25 minute wait. There will be festive crafting activities available in the Vine while you wait. Please check in with Elf on your arrival.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Child Includes present | £8.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Accessible toilets and a Changing Places are available on site.
- Meeting point
Please enter via visitor reception who will give you directions to Father Christmas.
- Suitability for children
Children welcome
- What to bring and wear
Please dress up warmly as there may be a wait to meet Father Christmas and it can be cold in the Reading Room.
- Other
Please note that when you book a 30 minute time slot, Father Christmas will see you within that 30 minute slot, however there could be a 5-25 minute wait. Please check in with Elf on your arrival. Normal admission prices and car parking charges apply for accompanying adults who are not National Trust members. National Trust members get free entry and car parking.
Upcoming events
Arlington Court: A Home for Nature
Discover Arlington Court through the lens of Rosalie Chichester with this new summer exhibition.
Guided wider estate walks - Learn about foraging
Join local foraging specialist on a walk exploring the estate hedgerows, stream edges and trees while learning about foraging in Autumn.
Nature photography walk
Bring your camera or phone and join local photographer Mark Johnson to have a go at taking your own nature inspired photographs in the garden at Arlington Court.
Specialist Garden Talks
Join our gardeners for a specialist garden talk. From learning about what's looking good, to tips and tricks for your garden, these talks will give you an insight into the work carried out by our gardeners.