Father Christmas grotto at Saltram 2025
Stop by Father Christmas in his Grotto this year to share your festive wishes and receive a wrapped gift.
- Booking essential
Come and join Father Christmas in his woodland grotto and share your festive wishes before receiving a wrapped Christmas book as a gift. These grotto sessions are perfect for families who wish to meet Father Christmas and have a photo opportunity with the main man. Father Christmas can be quite busy, please be prepared to queue outside until you are called in. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of your session. Pre-booking is required for all grotto sessions. Please book by clicking on the ‘Check Availability’ button.
Entry to Father Christmas does not include entry to the Gruffalo Child garden trail. Admission charges apply for garden entry, no pre-booking is required. Please head to Visitor Welcome during your visit if you wish to enter the garden or complete the trail.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Child per child | £7.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Please head to the Tack room in the Stable yard under the Christmas Tipi. Or head to Visitor Welcome who will direct you.
- What to bring and wear
The Tack room can get rather chilly and you may need to queue outside.
- Accessibility
The Tack room has step free access. There is a fixed mat in the doorway which can cause a wheelchair to 'bump' on entry.
- Other
No refunds available for cancellations. If closed due to adverse weather, refunds will be given.
Upcoming events
The Gruffalo's Child garden trail at Saltram
Join us this Christmas at Saltram and experience the magic of the beloved Gruffalo’s Child story brought to life within Saltram’s garden.