Meet Father Christmas
Share your Christmas wishes with Father Christmas at Croft Castle and step into his winter wonderland grotto, filled with north pole letters, magical trees and twinkly lights.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Join us for a heart warming visit where children can share their Christmas wishes, receive a special gift, and send a postcard to the North Pole.
To ensure everyone has a delightful and personalised moment, we are offering pre-booked time slots.
Pricing for the Father Christmas Experience is £8 per child, includes a gift. Time slots are exclusive to the booker. Up to 4 accompanying adults can attend per time slot.
Please allow 15 minutes to walk from Visitor Reception to Father Christmas' Grotto. Access to the grotto is at the back of the castle.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All 1 Child | £8.00 |
| All 2 Children | £16.00 |
| All 3 Children | £24.00 |
| All 4 Children | £32.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
There are a few steps to enter the grotto. However we do have a fully accessible entrance with ramps should you require it.
- Meeting point
Please meet in Father Christmas's grotto. Follow the signage around the back of the castle.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for children aged 3-10
- What to bring and wear
Wear weather‑appropriate clothing. This event takes place indoors.
Upcoming events
Croft's Missing Reindeer trail
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A Victorian Christmas in the castle
Celebrate Christmas at Croft Castle with a magical twist on Victorian tradition.
Wreath making workshop
Take home a special handmade wreath from Croft Castle.