Storytime with Father Christmas
Meet Father Christmas at Beningbrough Hall - help to solve a riddle and save the day! With storytelling, a chat and gift, plus the chance to capture festive photos.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Join Father Christmas on the top floor of the hall for the first time as he prepares for the big day ahead. Hear a unique story, created especially for Beningbrough, and help to save Christmas.
During this thirty minute session, each child will have a special moment to chat with Father Christmas and tell him the wonderful things they’ve been up to this year... and maybe share their gift ‘wish list’. Feel free to bring along a letter if you like!
There will be presents for the children at the end of the experience and the chance to take some festive snaps to remember the moment.
The event runs over three weekends in December: Saturdays and Sundays 6-7; 13-14; and 20-21.
Sessions at: 10.45 - 11.15; 11.30 - 12.00; 12.15 - 12.45; 13.15 - 13.45; 14.00 - 14.30; 14.45 - 15.15.
The event is likely to sell out fast - book today to avoid disappointment.
Please note: Non-members will need to pay normal admission prices on arrival at Beningbrough.
During winter, Beningbrough is open 10am – 3.30pm, the hall opens at 10.30am. Make a day of it and arrive early or stay after your session and explore further.
Good to know... Head to the hall five minutes before the start of your session and show your booking confirmation. Please note the hall is several minutes’ walk from admissions.
The event is on the 2nd floor of the hall; a lift is available.
Please store pushchairs on the top floor as directed.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 2491895
- Meeting point
Head to the hall five minutes before the start of your session and show your booking confirmation. Please note the hall is several minutes' walk from admissions and the event is on the 2nd floor.
- Accessibility
The route and 2nd floor event space are accessible. To use the lift, head left under the clock tower. Please see the Beningbrough website for the full access statement or contact the property team to discuss your requirements.
- Other
- Each session will be limited to 26 visitors, plus babies. - Each group must include at least one supervising adult. - Tickets are not refundable or exchangeable. Please select your tickets, date, and time with care. - Babies (under 18 months) not requiring a gift can enter with the family for free. However, if you would like a gift for your baby, please book a child ticket. - Visitors with 14.45 tickets, please be aware the site will close as your session ends. Make the most of your day out by visiting Beningbrough before you see Father Christmas. - Please indicate the name(s) and ages(s) for each Child ticket holder at checkout.
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