For something even more magical, make your way to the iconic Ritz Hotel for another Hamleys-infused grotto in a proud collaboration with Great Ormond Street Hospital – ’tis the season for magic after all.

Here’s a look at the entrance, which has a lovely stone arch and pillars, as well as festive gold bells hanging from holly above the doorway. Nearest station is Ealing Broadway. 15. Hammersmith Christmas Market Photo: Hammersmith Christmas Market Build [4]– A very fun and engaging build that was super relaxing. Not too challenging, but mostly chill. Explore the magical world of Tinsel Town where you can visit the Wish Tree to make a wish, get your face painted, create Christmas decorations and ride the Winter Wonderland Express. This is topped off by a complimentary festive drink and then you are swooped away to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in their lovely grotto.The UK’s first open world immersive theme park, Phantom Peak in Canada Water, is launching their seasonal extravaganza billed as ‘The Wintermas Festival: Christmas at the Peak’. Step into the winter wonderland of Phantom Peak as the ‘Wintermas Games’ are underway, offering a new challenge to tourists and townsfolk… Explore a brand-new area of the town, play holiday games and events, meet ‘Father Platmus’ in his Wintermas grotto, and uncover the secrets of Phantom Peak in an array of new and exciting holiday trails.

Dates: 25th November to 30th December 2023 (meet Father Christmas available until 24th December 2023). Some of these castles are run by English Heritage. We highly recommend an English Heritage membership. Just a couple of visits to English Heritage properties during the year will cover the cost of your pass. Hever Castle The company also works with local charities and special needs schools in the Westminster area to host children with SEN, and some timeslots have wheelchair access Location: The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, BartonMill Lane, Barton-le-Clay, Bedfordshire, MK45 4RF. Bluewater Having done all this research on the best Santa experiences in the UK in 2023, we thought we would pull together our list of top Christmas days out for kids.Of all the river cruise options for a Santa day out, this one has what’s by far the biggest boat, and is the easiest to access. Well, if you live near York that is. If you live locally, their annual membership is definitely worth getting. See also what is going on at Whipsnade Zoo at Christmas. It's never guaranteed, but our dreams came true and I was left sobbing with joy at the marvel that words simply cannot describe. I feel truly blessed to have shared this adventure with my son. You’ll find Woolwich Works at The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 Street, Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6HD.

That or, you could also opt for the 40499 Santa’s Sleigh set, which also has dual-moulded legs, but I’m not sure if the torso and head are the same. But it’s also one of the best places to see Santa in London at Santa Land, including a free gift for kids. Included in entry to Winter Wonderland, it’s first come first served so you may have to queue and it’s a good plan to get there early. Here is just a short list of Santa’s Grottos at garden centres across the UK. Some of these garden centres have multiple locations in the UK.While it may be less well known than other locations on this list, Springtime Nurseries in Enfield is actually home to one of the biggest and most magical Santa’s Grottos in London. Get into the festive vibes at the Hammersmith Christmas Market for one day only – this Saturday November 25 – which rounds off our list of the best Santa’s grottos in London this year . The traffic-free event in King Street and Lyric Square will be full of more than 100 stalls filled with seasonal food, drink, gifts and entertainment plus a Santa’s grotto and more. A holiday favourite, families can see Father Christmas and his elf helpers in a festive grotto at the Farm. Enjoy roaming entertainers, live music with festive choirs and brass bands and stop off for a tasty treat in the Christmas Cafe.