28 Nov – 24 Dec
Christmas Winter Wonderland at Conkers
- CONKERS, Ashby-de-la-Zouch
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
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16 Santa's grottos in Derby
16 Santa's grottos across 11 venues within reach of Derby & Derbyshire. The first opens on Saturday 28 November — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.
28 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Enchanted Journey 2026
- Ecclesbourne Valley Railway - (Wirksworth,Station), Wirksworth
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
29 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa Special Trains 2026
- Midland Railway (Butterley), Ripley
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
3–17 Dec
Storytime with Father Christmas for Toddlers at Clumber Park
- Clumber Park, Worksop
- Ages 0–5
- Indoor
5–20 Dec
Santa Special cruises from Hollingwood Hub
- Hollingwood Hub (Chesterfield Canal Trust), Hollingwood
- Ages 0–10
Booking quickly across Derby & DerbyshireSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Planning a visit to Santa near Derby
Where can we meet Santa in Derby?
16 Santa's grottos are listed in Derby this season.
- Christmas Winter Wonderland at ConkersCONKERS, Ashby-de-la-Zouch · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Meet Father Christmas at Clumber ParkClumber Park, Worksop · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Arrival DayMatlock Farm Park, Matlock · Sat 28 Nov · Ages 2–12
- Santa's Enchanted Journey 2026Ecclesbourne Valley Railway - (Wirksworth,Station), Wirksworth · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Winter HideawayCreswell Crags, Creswell · 28 Nov – 19 Dec · Ages 5+
Which Santa's grottos in Derby are good for toddlers?
15 Santa's grottos in Derby suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Christmas Winter Wonderland at ConkersCONKERS, Ashby-de-la-Zouch · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Meet Father Christmas at Clumber ParkClumber Park, Worksop · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Arrival DayMatlock Farm Park, Matlock · Sat 28 Nov · Ages 2–12
- Santa's Enchanted Journey 2026Ecclesbourne Valley Railway - (Wirksworth,Station), Wirksworth · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Special Trains 2026Midland Railway (Butterley), Ripley · 29 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
Where can we have breakfast with Santa in Derby?
2 grottos offer breakfast, lunch or tea with Santa in Derby.
- Breakfast with SantaMatlock Farm Park, Matlock · 5–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Breakfast with SantaChurch Farm Tea Rooms & Childrens Farm, Anslow · 12–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
Which Santa's grottos in Derby welcome babies?
13 Santa's grottos in Derby welcome babies under one.
- Christmas Winter Wonderland at ConkersCONKERS, Ashby-de-la-Zouch · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Meet Father Christmas at Clumber ParkClumber Park, Worksop · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Enchanted Journey 2026Ecclesbourne Valley Railway - (Wirksworth,Station), Wirksworth · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Relaxed Santa ExperienceMatlock Farm Park, Matlock · 29 Nov – 18 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Special Trains 2026Midland Railway (Butterley), Ripley · 29 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
Are there ASN or relaxed Santa's grottos in Derby?
3 grottos run additional support needs or relaxed visits in Derby — quieter times with more space.
- Christmas Winter Wonderland at ConkersCONKERS, Ashby-de-la-Zouch · 28 Nov – 24 Dec
- Santa's Winter HideawayCreswell Crags, Creswell · 28 Nov – 19 Dec
- Relaxed Santa ExperienceMatlock Farm Park, Matlock · 29 Nov – 18 Dec
Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in Derby?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 4 Santa's grottos in Derby are open that day.
- Christmas Winter Wonderland at ConkersCONKERS, Ashby-de-la-Zouch · Thu 24 Dec · 10am
- Santa's Enchanted Journey 2026Ecclesbourne Valley Railway - (Wirksworth,Station), Wirksworth · Thu 24 Dec · 10:30am
- Santa Special Trains 2026Midland Railway (Butterley), Ripley · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa SpecialsPeak Rail, Darley Dale · Thu 24 Dec · 10:30am
