The Secret Santa's Grotto 2026
Visitors meet Father Christmas inside a styled room at the historic Masonic Hall. The visit includes access to the North Pole Bar featuring craft activities and a Santa letter-writing station. Each ticketed child receives an age-appropriate, sustainably sourced toy, and festive beverages and mince pies are available for purchase.
What to Expect
Meet Father Christmas inside the historic Masonic Hall with craft stations.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Wonderful Experience Events
Food & Drink
Festive beverages and mince pies are available to purchase during the visit.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Pets: Pets are welcome to meet Father Christmas and receive a toy; they must be accompanied by an adult.
Tips & Advice
- Ensure every child meeting Father Christmas and receiving a gift has their own ticket, as tickets are required per child.
- Keep children and pets accompanied by an adult throughout the visit, as the event requires adult accompaniment.
- Allow about an hour for the visit, which includes meeting Father Christmas and time at the North Pole Bar.
- Make time for the craft and Santa letter-writing stations, which are part of the North Pole Bar visit.
- If you want refreshments, budget to purchase festive beverages or mince pies, as they are available during the visit.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can visit the grotto?
Guests of all ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Does each child need a ticket to meet Father Christmas?
Yes. Each child meeting Father Christmas, including a pet, needs their own ticket to receive a gift.
What happens during the visit?
The visit includes meeting Father Christmas and access to the North Pole Bar, where there are craft activities and a letter-writing station.
What is included for ticketed children?
Each ticketed child receives a sustainably sourced toy selected for an age group.
Are food and drinks available?
Festive beverages and mince pies are available to buy during the visit.
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