Where to visit Father Christmas near Farnham

We've searched high and low for all of the places that the Big Man will be making an appearance at this year. A lot of places are now booked up but there are still a few places you can go to meet him. Have a read of our guide of where you can see Father Christmas in and around Farnham this year.

Grottos in Farnham

Rural Life Living Museum

With children’s entertainment, including a chance to meet Father Christmas in his grotto*, there’s fun for all the family, from live music and enjoy festive refreshments. Must be pre-booked!

Squires Garden Centres 

Be welcomed by one of the jolly elves and chat with Santa himself - you can ask him what you’ve always wanted to know!
Children will receive a wonderful, wrapped gift and an ‘I’ve Seen Santa’ badge. More info here.

Farnham Christmas Lights Switch on

Lots of entertainment available at this free event including a Santa's Grotto! More info here.

Birdworld

Our traditional Santa will be accompanied by a pair of cheerful Elves straight from Santa's workshop in the North Pole. Booking in advance required.

Grottos in Camberley and Farnborough

Camberley Christmas Cracker

This is a FREE family fun day to open the festive season in Camberley! With reindeer, Christmas Lights, entertainment and the big man himself! Take a look here for more info.

Breakfast with Santa

The Toby Carvery in Frimley has bookings open for 'Breakfast with Santa'. A children's breakfast and drink is included.

Jake's Play Farm

Jake's Play Farm is holding a Santa's Grotto. Play in the frame, ride in Santa's sleigh, meet the man himself whilst receiving a special gift before decorating a gingerbread man in Santa's factory. 

Farnborough Frost Fair

Children can meet Father Christmas in his grotto and bounce around in the giant snow globe for free. More info can be found here.

Grottos in Alton and Bordon

The Watercress Line

This year's event is sold out already! Their website has more info on other fab events.

Fabulously Festive
Immerse yourself in the heart-warming joy of the season at Fabulously Festive, a grand Christmas event brimming with holiday cheer and festive activities. Explore the vibrant Christmas market, enjoy delicious street food and mulled wine by the fire and even meet Father Christmas.At Fabulously Festive, you can glide across the ice with your family one moment and enjoy all-day entertainment at the Apres Ski Bar the next. With live performers, cosy fire pits and festive activities like making reindeer food in the Reindeer Kitchen, Fabulously Festive offers an unforgettable experience for all ages. Creating holiday memories that will last a lifetime!

Activities include:
Meeting Father Christmas
Christmas Village
Fair Ground
Ice Skating

Dates: 16th Nov to 5th Jan

Address: Hurtwood Park Polo Country Club, Horsham Lane, Ewhurst Green, Surrey, GU6 7SW

Tickets: Find all the details here

Other Surrey and Hampshire Areas

Aldershot Christmas Cracker

Children can meet Father Christmas in his grotto and bounce around in the giant snow globe for free. To find out more about the event head to their Facebook page.

Denbies Vineyard, Dorking

Denbies Santa Express - every weekend throughout December. Join us for an extra special ride on Santa''s Express train.
Each child will receive a special ''passport'' from Santa, a ride through the vineyard on the Santa Express with Santa himself and a gift from Santa''s elves at the end of your ride. Pre-book here.

Priory Farm Park, Redhill

Our Christmas stars have lost their sparkle and the magic of the season is at risk! Father Christmas relies on the twinkling stars to guide him around the world on Christmas Eve to deliver all the presents. More info and booking here.

Painshill Park, Cobham

Take part in 'Snowfari' at Painshill Park. From the company that brings us the spectacular dragon statues comes a festive trail that’s fun for all the family. Walk a route packed full of amazing animals, glittering snow, Christmas trees and giant gingerbread men. This event will run from Sat 21 Nov until Sun 3 Jan and will be free anytime for members. Visit the website.

Crockford Bridge Farm, Weybridge

Crockford Bridge Farm host a unique and much loved walking performance through The Wonder Wood (a real Christmas Tree Forest!). Tickets will not be released for sale until the beginning of November at the earliest. Find more information and book here.

Chessington Garden Centre

Santa's Christmas Wonderland is running at Chessington Garden Centre from 21st November. Book here.

Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth

Experience the Magic at Spinnaker Tower at Santa’s Toymaker Workshop! Each child will craft their very own cuddly toy &  no visit to Santa’s workshop is complete without a visit to Santa himself! Book here.

Christmas Canoe Paddle - New Forest Activities

Join New Forest Activities for a festive paddle on the Beaulieu River to find Santa! Enjoy exploring the stunning river on a 90 minute guided tour with the added excitement of knowing you’ll soon be meeting jolly old Saint Nick. All children will receive a gift from Father Christmas and there’ll be hot chocolate on hand to keep everyone toasty.

Four Kingdoms Adventure Park

At Four Kingdoms, take part in a immersive Christmas experience to meet Santa!

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