Meet Father Christmas at The Firs – A Magical Christmas Adventure!
Step into a festive wonderland at The Firs! Meet Father Christmas, craft decorations, hunt for reindeer, and enjoy magical activities with his elves. A joyful Christmas experience for the whole family—booking essential.
- Booking essential
Step into our winter wonderland, where twinkling lights, festive cheer, and the magic of Christmas await! Father Christmas is making a special stop at our idyllic cottage, and he’s bringing his jolliest elves along for the fun.
What’s in store for your festive visit?
• A Heartwarming Visit with Father Christmas - Share your Christmas wishes in the cosy cottage and receive a special gift from Father Christmas himself.
• Help in the North Pole Sorting Office - Sort letters and parcels ready for their magical journey around the world.
• Write Your Letter to Father Christmas - Craft your perfect Christmas list at the letter-writing station and post it in our speedy delivery post box.
• Get Crafty in the Elf Workshop - Create your own Christmas decoration to take home.
• Reindeer search in the Gardens - Father Christmas’s reindeer are hiding—can you find them all?
• Snap a Photo in the Sleigh - Climb aboard Father Christmas’s sleigh and capture a magical memory.
• Festive Treats at Little Al’s Café - Warm up with hot drinks, light lunches, and seasonal goodies from 10am–4:30pm.
Dates: Father Christmas is at The Firs on 6–7, 13–14, and 19–23 December.
Tickets: £20 per child (includes up to two accompanying adults). Booking is essential, please note you are booking the time to see Father Christmas.
Opening Hours: 9:45am to 5:00pm, come early or stay after your visit to Father Christmas to enjoy all the festive activities in the visitor centre and gardens.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Additional adult | £5.00 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| 1 Child up to 2 Adults | £20.00 |
| 2 Children up to 2 Adults | £40.00 |
| 3 Children up to 2 Adults | £60.00 |
| 4 Children up to 2 adults | £80.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children's event
- Meeting point
Visitor Centre
- 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.
- Other
£20 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 - £20 2 children with up to 2 accompanying adults - £40 3 children with up to 2 accompanying adults - £60 4 children with up to 2 accompanying adults - £80 Additional adults - £5 (up to 4 additional adults per booking)
Upcoming events
Summer of Play at The Firs
Come on a musical journey with us this summer by celebrating Elgar's Wand of Youth Suite, we encourage you to dance, move and play!
Elgar: A Piano Portrait
Elgar: A Piano Portrait celebrates the life and works of Sir Edward Elgar, one of Britain's most esteemed composers.
Nature Makers at The Firs
At The Firs join Shelley from Nature Makers to make meaningful memories every Monday over the Summer Holidays. For an hour discover nature and the world around us through facts, nature play and exploration, through Art & Crafts.
Uncover the Unexpected Story of Edward Elgar through a talk with Richard Westwood-Brookes
Join us for a talk by Elgar expert Richard Westwood-Brookes, a speaker and author of numerous books on Elgar. This is a unique opportunity to explore Elgar’s world through the lens of someone who has dedicated years to studying his life and works..