Illustration of a santa visit scene (Storytelling with Father Christmas)
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Storytelling with Father Christmas

Families gather in a decorated venue alongside Father Christmas and his helpers for storytelling, gingerbread decorating, and children's crafts. Each child meets Father Christmas individually and receives a small chocolate selection box. The festive session is a shared group experience with other visiting families.

What to Expect

Festive storytelling, gingerbread decorating, and crafts with Father Christmas.

Event Details

Duration

About 1 hour.

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

Yes

Food & Drink

Each child receives a small chocolate selection box; dietary needs can be accommodated where possible.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Budget

££

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

St Mary's Guildhall

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: £18 per child; £9 per adult; plus £1 booking fee. – Get tickets

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive ten minutes before your booked slot; late arrivals may not be admitted, so allow time to reach the venue.
  • Book tickets in advance for every attendee, since advance booking is required and all guests need tickets.
  • Make sure your group includes at least one child, and keep each child with a responsible adult throughout.
  • Tell the venue about dietary requirements when booking, as the child's chocolate selection box can accommodate needs where possible.
  • Do not rely on standard admission, promotional offers, or GO CV discounts; none apply to this special event.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Father Christmas appears at sessions on 28 November, 5 December, 19 December and 23 December.
  • Standard admission tickets, promotional offers and GO CV discounts do not apply to this event.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend the storytelling session?

Groups must include at least one child. Every child must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout.

Do tickets need to be booked in advance?

Yes. All attendees need advance tickets, and late arrivals may not be admitted. Some session tickets have sold out.

What happens during the experience?

Families share a group session with storytelling, gingerbread decorating and children’s crafts. Each child meets Father Christmas and receives a small chocolate selection box.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Dietary needs for the chocolate selection box can be accommodated where possible. Provide dietary requirements when booking.

How long should we allow for the session?

The group experience lasts about one hour. Arrive before your time slot, as late arrivals may not be admitted.

Tags

Santa visitsfamily friendlychildrens activitiesstorytellingfestive foodholiday traditionseasonal activities

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Last Updated: Nov 5, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team