EVENT
Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters
Event Details
Dates
Sat 5 – Sun 6 Dec '26
Sat 12 – Sun 13 Dec '26
Sat 19 – Thu 24 Dec '26
Event time
10:00 – 16:00
Type
Indoor & Outdoor
About this event
Warmest wishes come to life with appearances from our special Meet and Greet Christmas Characters. Santa himself will be joining a whole host of much-loved and familiar faces at the Tropical Butterfly House's Magical Christmas Experience.
What to expect:
- 5-6, 12-13 and 19-24 December; park open 10am – 4pm, grotto 10am - 3pm
- "Every child can see Santa as part of their admission to the park."
- Santa gifts "on the day for just £8.50" - your child gets a magic snowflake token for Santa's Toy Shop
- A different character each day (11am - 3pm), from Elfy Shelfy on 5 December to the Merry Mice on Christmas Eve
- NEW Elf Workshop: decorate a gingerbread cookie, gather reindeer food and post a letter to Santa
- Elf Explorer Trail, festive tractor-trailer ride and keeper talks
- "Normal park admission prices apply." Booking online in advance is recommended
More Details
Booking
Book in advance
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Location
Get directionsExplore exotic creatures, spectacular birds, amazing mammals and beautiful butterflies across this indoor and outdoor wildlife conservation park.
What this place offers
ToiletsParkingFoodAccessible
Last updated: 17 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters
How much does Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters cost?
For ticket prices for Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters, see the official event page or booking link.
When does Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters take place?
Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters runs from Saturday, 5 December 2026 to Thursday, 24 December 2026.
Where is Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters held?
Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters is held at Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park in North Anston.
Is Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters indoor or outdoor?
Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters has both indoor and outdoor elements, so it works in any weather.
Do I need to book in advance for Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters?
Yes, advance booking is required for Santa's Woodland Grotto and Meet & Greet Christmas Characters — book via the official event page.
