Create memories your family will treasure forever with a visit to Santa's Grotto
Step into a magical festive world where Christmas comes to life. A visit to Santa's Grotto at The Ideal Christmas Show is a chance to start a family tradition you'll look forward to year after year.
Wander through a beautifully festive setting, with plenty to capture little imaginations along the way. Then, when the big moment arrives, your family will meet Santa for a special experience at the heart of his Grotto.
Every child will leave with a special gift from Santa, and you'll receive a festive photo to treasure forever. And the fun doesn't end there - little ones can roll up their sleeves and decorate their very own Choc 'n' Roll Lollipop.
Bookings for 2026 are now open and pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.
BOOK YOUR VISIT TO SANTA'S GROTTO
One photo. A thousand memories.
Every visit includes a special family photo, capturing one of those wonderfully Christmassy moments you'll want to hold on to long after the decorations have come down. Pop it on the mantelpiece, send it to the grandparents, or bring it out in years to come and relive the moment.
A Sweet Sprinkle of Christmas Magic
Add a little chocolate magic to their day with a Create Your Own Choc 'N' Roll Lollipop drop in session. Little chocolatiers can get hands-on creating their own chocolate lollipop before decorating it with plenty of delicious finishing touches.
A wonderfully sweet and creative addition to your festive adventure, included as part of the Santa's Grotto ticket.
A Special Gift from Santa
Of course, Santa wouldn't send his youngest visitors home empty-handed. Every child will receive a special present from Santa to take away with them and make their visit feel even more magical.
Your Christmas day out is only just beginning...
Once you’ve waved goodbye to Santa, step back into The Ideal Christmas Show and make a whole day of it.
Discover festive gifts, find inspiration for your Christmas at home, tuck into seasonal food and drink and enjoy live entertainment as you count down to the most wonderful time of the year.
Your Santa's Grotto ticket includes general admission to the show alongside your visit to Santa’s Grotto, a gift for every child, your festive family photo and sweet-treat decorating.
