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Storytime with Father Christmas

Meet Father Christmas and gather round to listen to a magical winter story in the Great Hall. Perfect for families, this festive event will warm your heart and spark your imagination.

  • Booking essential

Father Christmas has made his way to Speke Hall, and he wants to share some festive tales with you.

This group experience will last 30 minutes and spaces are limited. Each ticket is for 1 child and up to 2 adults. A hot chocolate treat per child redeemable at Home Farm Restaurant is also included in the ticket price! After the storytelling, children can have a special moment to meet Father Christmas, share their Christmas wishes, take a memorable photo and collect their hot chocolate voucher. Speke Hall will be full of sparkle and seasonal splendour this Christmas, so why not explore the house and gardens during your visit?

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Child - 1 Child and max 2 Adults£12.00

The basics

Booking number

Call 03442491895

Accessibility

All areas are accessible. There is a 5 minute walk up to the hall. Where possible a shuttle buggy will be provided for those who need it. Please call in advance for any access need.

Meeting point

Please go to our Visitor Reception Building. You will be directed to the Great Hall, where the storytelling will take place.

Suitability for children

Suitable for 1 - 10

What to bring and wear

It's best to dress warm as the house can become chilly in December.

Other

Speke Hall and Gardens is open 10:30 - 16:00. Speke Hall mansion is open 12:30 - 16:00. If you would like to visit the rest of the mansion after the event you'll need to purchase a ticket at reception, unless you are a National Trust member.

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on
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on
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at 17:45 to 19:30+ 1 other date or time

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on
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at 17:45 to 19:30+ 5 other dates or times