Santa’s Grotto in the Jellycat Shop

Santa's Grotto in the Jellycat Shop is part of Christmas at Castle Howard, near York. A short, straightforward grotto visit: no show, no queue through the house, just Santa and a soft toy to take home.

What to expect:

• “Step into a world of Christmas magic with a one-to-one visit to Santa in his charming Grotto”
• “Every guest or child with a full-price ticket will receive a special Jelly to take home”
• 12 dates between 28 November and 24 December 2026, on timed slots every 15 minutes from 10:00
• “From £37.50”
• “This event includes Santa's Grotto only and does not allow access to the Gardens and House experience. These can be added on before checkout.”
• “This event is wheelchair accessible” — the Father Christmas show in the Castle is not
• In the Courtyard, where the cafes and shops are