Brighton festive family guide

Santa's grottos 2026 in Brighton & the Sussex Coast

Meet Santa at grottos, farms and Santa breakfasts across Brighton & the Sussex Coast, with dates, ages, prices and how to book — so you can plan the visit before the December weekends fill up.

  • 7 Santa's grottos across Brighton & the Sussex Coast
  • Updated 10 October 2026

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7 Santa's grottos in Brighton

7 Santa's grottos across 5 venues within reach of Brighton & the Sussex Coast. The first opens on Friday 4 December — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.

8–9 Dec

Dear Santa Live

  • Worthing Connaught Theatre & Studio, Worthing
  • Ages 1+
  • Indoor
Booking quickly across Brighton & the Sussex CoastSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning a visit to Santa near Brighton

Where can we meet Santa in Brighton?

7 Santa's grottos are listed in Brighton this season.

Which Santa's grottos in Brighton are good for toddlers?

7 Santa's grottos in Brighton suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

Where can we have breakfast with Santa in Brighton?

2 grottos offer breakfast, lunch or tea with Santa in Brighton.

Which Santa's grottos in Brighton welcome babies?

5 Santa's grottos in Brighton welcome babies under one.

Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in Brighton?

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 3 Santa's grottos in Brighton are open that day.