Meet Father Christmas - Evening Sessions
Step into a magical festive world at Elgar’s Birthplace this Christmas! For the first time we are offering evening visits!
- Booking essential
Enjoy a magical meeting with Father Christmas in his cosy Christmas Cottage. Families will delight in a special 10-minute visit, sharing their Christmas wishes with Father Christmas and receiving a wonderful festive gift.
The festive fun continues in the Visitor Centre, transformed into a bustling Elves' Workshop. Create three festive crafts to take home and treasure. Be sure to pop into Father Christmas's Study to write your very own letter to him, and don't forget to sneak a peek at the Naughty or Nice List! Children can also help save Christmas by sorting presents that have been accidentally mixed up before Christmas Eve. For little ones who need a quiet moment, a cosy calm room is available, complete with books and puzzles for relaxing and unwinding.
Outside, the Christmas adventure continues. Mischievous elves are hiding throughout the gardens, ready to be discovered along the way. Families can climb aboard Father Christmas's sleigh for the perfect festive photo opportunity and join in a joyful chorus of Jingle Bells.
Advance booking is essential; however, your reservation simply secures a time slot to meet Father Christmas. To help you make the most of your visit, you're welcome to arrive before your meeting or stay afterwards to enjoy the festive activities at your own pace, giving your family plenty of time to create a truly magical Christmas experience.
Please be aware as you are booking an evening session parts of the garden will be unlit during your visit.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Additional Adult | £5.00 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| 1 Child up to 2 Adults | £22.50 |
| 2 Child up to 2 Adults | £45.00 |
| 3 Children up to 2 Adults | £67.50 |
| 4 Children up to 2 adults | £90.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Designated mobility parking in main car park. Wheelchair access to visitor centre and garden. Father Christmas will be on the ground floor of the cottage which is accessible. Accessible toilet located in visitor centre. Please be aware due to the evening sessions it will be dark around the gardens.
- Meeting point
Visitor Centre
- Suitability for children
This event is suitable for children
- What to bring and wear
Many of the activities will take place inside however, please note you will need to go outside to take part in activities in the gardens and to visit Father Christmas.
- Other
£22.50 per child with up to two accompanying adults. Additional adults £5. Up to 4 additional adults per booking. 1 child with up to 2 accompanying adults - £22.50 2 children with up to 2 accompanying adults - £45 3 children with up to 2 accompanying adults - £67.50 4 children with up to 2 accompanying adults - £90 Additional adults - £5 (up to 4 additional adults per booking) Opening Hours for evening event: 3:15pm to 7:00pm, come early or stay after your visit to Father Christmas to enjoy all the festive activities in the visitor centre.
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