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A special visit from Father Christmas

Father Christmas is making room in his busy schedule to come and visit Castle Drogo.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Father Christmas will be coming to Castle Drogo this festive period. He is a very busy man, so he will be visiting whenever he can between getting things ready for the big day.

This means we can't offer bookable sessions, but you may be lucky during your visit and see him having a wander around the castle and checking on all of the decorations.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Father Christmas loves meeting children of all ages.

Meeting point

Father Christmas will be in and around the Castle.

Accessibility

He will make sure to visit the Library when he visits so he can be met by everyone without needing to use steps.

Other

These are NOT guaranteed dates Father Christmas will be visiting. His visits will be on some of these dates between the times shown. Check social media for updates of when he might be here.

Upcoming events

Drogo 10 

Are you looking for a challenge this November?

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on
16 Nov 2025
at 10:30 to 14:00

Hydro Open Day 

The hydro turbine building on the River Teign will be open for you to look inside. The knowledgeable guide will be able to tell you about the history of this building along with how it was restored and how it works.

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on
23 Nov 2025
at 11:00 to 14:00

Christmas 2025 

Get ready for tinsel, paper chains and a kaleidoscope of coloured lights as we turn back the clock for a 1970s Christmas.

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on
28 Nov to 30 Dec 2025
at 10:30 to 15:30+ 17 other dates or times

The Sound of Christmas 

Throughout December we will have musicians in the Drawing Room playing for you to enjoy during your visit.

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on
28 Nov to 23 Dec 2025
at 11:30 to 15:00+ 13 other dates or times