There are lots of places in Hull and the East Riding to see Santa! Visit a Santa’s Grotto or meet Santa at an event or for breakfast, lunch or tea. Find a handy list on the Hull & East Riding Mumbler here.

These listings are in alphabetical order, A-Z. We endeavour to keep the listings as up to date as possible but please contact all providers/venues before attending anything, they will have the very latest information. Some are pre-book in advance only. If one of your favourites is missing, drop us a line here to add it. Thank you.

Beningbrough near york, picture of santa Storytime with Father Christmas – Shrunk in the Wash. Runs Saturdays and Sundays from 7th to 22nd December 2024

Join Father Christmas for ‘Shrunk in the Wash’ – a brand new tale in the Victorian laundry. Book your place on a group experience with storytelling, a chat and gift from the man in red. Father Christmas is visiting Beningbrough for one last time in the Victorian laundry before he moves to the hall next year. Hear him tell the new story of his latest laundry mishaps as he prepares for the big day ahead.

During each thirty minute session, every 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.

£12.50 per child, £6 per adult plus normal admission charges apply/free to National Trust members and under fives. Book here.

Beningbrough, York, YO30 1DD. Photo credits: Santa by Sue Jordan; cosy children by Megan Taylor.

 

events for families at beverley hills diner this autumn and winter. Meet santaJoin us for a breakfast with the jolly man himself as he takes time out from his busy schedule to pop by Beverley Hills, for a breakfast with Santa!

22nd, 23rd and 24th December 2024, all at 9am or 10.45am.

£15 per guest attending. Includes a breakfast each (Kids breakfast or waffle, Adults English, American or Vegan breakfast) plus coffee, tea or juice and a present for children. Book here.

Beverley Hills Diner, Flemingate, Beverley, HU17 0PW

Featured Listing

Castle Howard at Christmas

castle howard at Christmas, meet santa and family experienceCastle Howard is all set to help make magical memories this Christmas.

Alice’s Christmas Wonderland: 15th November 2024 – 5th January 2025. Tumble down the rabbit hole into a Christmassy wonderland like no other. Alice is planning a huge Christmas party, and she invites you to follow the White Rabbit through Castle Howard’s grand halls and regal rooms with each twist and turn revealing fanciful festive surprises. Complete your experience with an elegant Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea, select special mementos from the Bauble Emporium, toast giant marshmallow by the Christmas Tree.

Father Christmas in the Castle: 23rd November – 24th December 2024. Meet Father Christmas, Mrs Claus and jolly WonderPhil. Watch a joyful performance bursting with jingle bells and Christmas spirit, sing Christmas songs together, and enjoy a special, individual moment with Father Christmas himself and a gift. Enjoy a full day out at Castle Howard with a Father Christmas in the Castle experience, which includes access to Alice’s Christmas Wonderland in the main House, and access to the Gardens.

Santa’s Grotto in the Boathouse: 30th November – 24th December 2024. Share a laugh and photograph with Santa in Castle Howard’s Grotto this Christmas. Enjoy a short show by Story Craft Theatre before meeting with the man himself and choosing a gift. Make the most of a full day out at Castle Howard with a Santa’s Grotto in the Boathouse ticket, which includes access to the Gardens and Skelf Island Adventure Playground, the perfect place for little ones to let off steam and explore.

Book in advance online here.

Castle Howard, York YO60 7DA

We’ve put together some ideas to help keep the cost down this Christmas, you find an article with the free activities and events in Hull & East Yorkshire here.

Or read our article Free things to do and places to go in Hull & East Yorkshire here. 

humble bee farm near scarborough christmas event, picture of an elf meeting childrenBRAND NEW for 2024 – Humble Bee Farm have a Magical Christmas Experience with Emerald the Elf and a special visit from Santa!

Join us at Humble Bee farm for a truly magical start to your family’s Christmas! Follow the lights to our Christmas barn and meet one of Santa’s very own elves: Emerald the Elf will entertain the children and lead them on an adventure to bring Santa to the farm. The big man himself will b in our Christmas grotto and will create magic with each family, before dancing the night away with Emerald and all the children!

Children can feed our special farm animals and will all receive a take-home craft as well as a gift from Santa. This beautiful family setting is the perfect place to relax and have some festive fun. Food and drink will be available to purchase from the Hive Café Bar.

Open to the public on Sundays 1st and 15th December 2024, 2.30pm to 3.30pm OR 4pm to 5pm. £15 per child (adults £5 – 2 adults max per booking). Book here.

Fancy making it a staycation? Book a luxury cottage or cosy glamping accommodation on site and stay as a guest. There is a special event for families staying on site on Saturday 14th December 2024 at 6pm. Find out more here.

01723 890437. [email protected]. Visit the website here.

Flixton, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 3UJ

piglets yorkFrom 22nd November to 24th December 2024, join us at Piglets Adventure Farm as you embark on an enchanted journey on Santa’s magical sleigh through snowy trees and twinkling lights to arrive at Santa’s Woodland Village where a magical world awaits! 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲! There’s so much enchantment included in your ticket this festive season…
  • Check in at Elf Airlines
  • Polar Post Office
  • Magical Sleigh Ride
  • Meet Santa in his Grotto
  • Unlock the Toy Shop
  • Elf Academy Show
  • Mrs Claus’s Sweet Shop
  • Make Reindeer Food
  • Festive Treats & More
Explore the Woodland Village, where you can say hello to our festive furry friends and hang your Christmas Wish on the Wishing Tree for Santa.
Our adventure play and animal fun is all included in your visit too (weather permitting), but please note the Indoor Playbarn will be closed.

Towthorpe Grange, York. YO32 9ST. 01904 499700. [email protected]

Featured Listing

Rise Hall Santa Experience

rise hall santa experience east yorkshire. Picture of santa sat by the fireSanta Experience at Rise Hall

30th November and 1st December 2024. Sittings at 11am, 1.00pm, 3pm, 5pm

Father Christmas will be visiting Rise Hall this year for a very special series of events! Santa will be bringing his elves and a host of Christmas décor for some festive fun for all the family!

Enjoy a short show of songs, jokes and stories from Santa Claus and his elf, a delicious festive party tea, followed by an audience with the big man himself where children will receive a gift.

Book tickets here.

Rise Hall, Withernwick Lane, Rise HU11 5BL

sledmere santas grotto 2018Sledmere’s Magical Santa Experience 2024:

  • Weekends: 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd December,  9.15am – 5.30pm,
  • Weekdays: 6th, 13th, 19th, 20th and 23rd December, 10am – 5.40pm

Here’s what you can enjoy on your festive day at Sledmere…

– This year’s immersive experience, The First Snowflake! – an actor-led walk through journey with Rusticus Theatre Company – meeting several characters before meeting the big man himself in the Grotto – be sure to tell him what’s on your wish list!

– Explore the Christmas Village, play festive games and take part in some Christmas activities.

– Enter the Elf Toy Shop to choose your very own present!

– Enjoy a festive tractor and trailer ride to see our beautiful herd of Red Deer and a chance to see if you can spot Rudolph while he waits for Santa with his friends.

– Tickets include full access to the beautiful Walled Garden, Parkland, Rare Breed Farm Park and Adventure Play Area all day!

Full details and pre-book tickets on their website here.

Sledmere House, Driffield, YO25 3XG. 01377 445187.

6th November 2024 – 6th January 2025

Come and experience our magical Christmas Adventure where there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Step into a magical wonderland when you meet Santa in his cosy grotto, take a spin on our ice rink, play in the playgrounds around our Enchanted Forest and explore our giant Snowflake Maze. The Toys will be visiting the Stockeld Theatre too, for our exclusive Christmas Show A Toy’s Story, where young and old can join our elf Tinsel, and become honorary Christmas Elves.

The magic really comes to life at dusk when our Enchanted Forest is transformed into an illuminated wonderland, full of colours, lights, and magical projections. With so much happening throughout the park there really is something for everyone to enjoy this Christmas at Stockeld Park.

  • Santa’s Arrival weekend: 16-17 November
  • Santa’s Grotto at Stockeld Park: 16 Nov – 24 Dec

BOOK TICKETS NOW

Stockeld Park, off the A661 Wetherby Road, LS22 4AN. 01937 586333. [email protected]

web adventure york christmas experience, picture of santa with a toddlerStep into a winter wonderland and celebrate the festive season at the Web Adventure Park in York! From meeting Father Christmas to enjoying thrilling rides and festive entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! 23rd/24th November, 30th November/1st December, 7th/8th, 14th/15th and 20th to 24th December 2024. What’s Included:

williams den christmas event for familiesThe William’s Christmas Experience is back for 2024!

Meet Father and Mrs Christmas, pick a gift, watch our new brand-new Christmas play! Decorate an edible bauble, have fun in the William’s Den Snow Globe* and play the day away!

30th Nov-1st Dec, 7-8th, 14-15th and 21st-24th December 2024.

Tickets on sale now, book online here.

William’s Den, Castle Farm,, Wold Hill, North Cave, HU15 2LS

Boston Park Farm – Christmas at the Farm

farm park near doncaster, family day outJoin us this Christmas for a magical farm experience.

We have our Christmas at the Farm days on 14th, 15th & 21st December 2024 where you can take a trailer ride to see Santa and play at the farm all day, plus add a trip to the Elves workshop to your visit too.

From 16th -19th December we have special Toddler Santa visits. Enjoy a magical trailer ride to see Santa in his Grotto, have an individual chat with him and receive a special gift.  One adult is free with each ticket. There is no age limit so older children can attend if they are not at school.

On Sunday 22nd December it is our “Eat with Santa” experience. Where you will enjoy a set meal in the tearoom with sandwiches, mince pies/cakes and hot or cold drink, plus a special visit from Santa at your table. Then visit the elves workshop before taking a trailer ride to Santa’s grotto where each child will receive a special gift from the big man himself.

SEN Christmas session: 21st December 3.30-5.30. You can enjoy a magical trailer ride to see Santa in his Grotto, have an individual chat with him and receive a special gift. To make your visit even more magical you even visit our elves workshop.

For more information and to book tickets visit the website here.

Boston Park Farm, Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, DN7 6DS

Brigg & Hornsea Garden Centres Santa’s Grotto Experience

Santa’s grotto’s at these British Garden Centres in our area. Christmas shop open from start of October. Grotto 2024 dates coming soon.

  • Brigg Garden Centre: Book online or call 01652 650484
  • Hornsea Garden Centre: Book online or call 01964 543040.

Bigby High Road, Brigg, DN20 9HE. Hornsea Road, Sigglesthorne, HU11 5QL.

Coletta & Tyson Garden Centre – Tea with Santa

2024 update coming soon.

Coletta & Tyson, 324 Hull Road, Woodmansey, Beverley, East Yorkshire HU17 0RU.

Comedy Lounge Hull: Christmas with Santa

More details coming soon.

112-116 George St, Hull, HU1 3AA

Elllerker Lodge Garden Centre Grotto

Visit the Christmas Kingdom for beautiful decorations and gifts, open from start of October. Santa will also be in his grotto  – 2024 dates coming soon, please ring to make a booking on 01430 422256.

Ellerker Lodge Garden Centre, Ring Beck, Ellerker (just off the A63 South Cave junction), HU15 2QQ.

Hall Farm Park at Christmas

2024 update coming soon.

Caistor Road, South Kelsey, Lincolnshire, LN7 6PR. 01652 678822.

Highfield House Driffield: Santa Experience

Meet Santa Claus this Christmas at Highfield House. More details coming soon.

For more info call 01377 256231 or email [email protected]

Highfield, Windmill Hill, Driffield, YO25 5YP

Hull Wyke Round Table – West Hull Villages Santa’s Sleigh

The Hull Wyke Round Table Santa’s Sleigh tours streets locally every year in the lead up to Christmas. Their facebook page events section has details of route maps and timings (under the event discussion tab). Tracker to follow Santa goes live on the facebook event when he sets off. 2024 dates coming soon.

Every penny raised is given to charities and good causes, usually for children but always in our local area.

Lotherton Hall’s Christmas Experience

2024 details coming soon

Off Collier Lane, Aberford, Leeds LS25 3EB. 0113 2959 2019

Mercure Hotel Willerby: Brunch with Santa

Awaiting 2024 update.

Mercure Grange Park Hotel, Grange Park Lane, Willerby, HU10 6EA

Murton Park at Christmas

Christmas 2024 at Murton Park. A fantastic festive experience including time with Santa, a ride on the train and lots of festive activities. Weekends in November and December 2024: 30th November/1st December, 7th/8th December, 14th/ 15th December, 21st/22nd and Monday 23rd December.

Also Tea with Santa events: 10th, 11th, 18th and 19th December from 5.30pm-7.30pm.

Yorkshire Museum of Farming, Murton, York, YO19 5UF
01904 489966, [email protected]

Normanby Hall Chritsmas Events

2024 update coming soon.

Please book online in advance. Normanby Road, DN15 9HU

North Point Shopping Centre FREE Santa’s Grotto

The grotto is FREE and every child will receive a gift from Santa. 2024 details coming soon.

North Point Shopping Centre, 5 Goodhart Rd, HU7 4EE

Pink Pig Farm Christmas Experience

Every weekend in December 2024, and 23rd and 24th December. Take a walk through our magical wood, meet the man himself on his sleigh,  choose your quality present from our toy store then join our elves for gingerbread decoration. Plus unlimited play in the indoor and outdoor play areas. All tickets must be pre-booked online.

Pink Pig Farm, Holme Lane, Scunthorpe, DN16 3RE

Princes Quay Santa’s Grotto

Princes Quay shopping centre Hull Santa’s Grotto. Santa officially declares his grotto open at the annual Santa Parade in Hull in November. 2024 dates coming soon.

A booking is required to visit Santa, book online via the Princes Quay website here.

Rand Farm Park: The Real Christmas Experience

2024 – various times including mid week term time, weekends, evenings and SEN session.

The Real Christmas Experience at Rand Farm Park is a magical, immersive experience for everyone in the family to enjoy. Book in advance online.

For more information call 01673 858904 or email [email protected]

Rand Farm Park, Lincoln, LN8 5NJ

Scarborough North Bay Railway Santa Special

Santa Specials are running on the 7th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd & 24th December 2024. A magical journey on the Jingle Belle or Flying Snowman to The North Yorkshire Pole! Enjoy seasonal refreshments inside, Mrs Claus’ Kitchen! Ride Santa’s sleigh and enjoy a range of activities whilst waiting to see Santa! Spend quality time with Santa himself in our beautifully decorated grotto and receive a quality gift!

Book tickets online in advance to avoid missing out. Call 01723 368791 or email [email protected] for more info.

North Bay Railway, Burniston Rd, Scarborough, YO12 6PF

Sundown Adventureland: The Night Before Christmas

16th November to 24th December 2024. This years Christmas event at Sundown is The Night Before Christmas. Tickets include access to the theme park all day, on booking select a time slot for the Christmas Experience. Tickets must be booked online.

Treswell Rd, Rampton, Retford, Notts, DN22 0HX. 01777 248274

The Village Hotel Hull Festive Family Lunches

Awaiting Christmas 2024 update.

The Village Hull, Henry Boot Way, Priory Way, Hull, HU4 7DY.

Yorkshire Wolds Railway Christmas

1024 update coming soon.

For more information call 01377 338053 or email [email protected]

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