Exeter festive family guide

Santa's grottos 2026 in Exeter & North Devon

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

  • 11 Santa's grottos across Exeter & North Devon
  • Updated 27 October 2026

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11 Santa's grottos in Exeter

11 Santa's grottos across 10 venues within reach of Exeter & North Devon. The first opens on Saturday 14 November — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.

14 Nov · 11am

Christmas Market

  • Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme
  • Age not given
  • Indoor & outdoor

5–23 Dec

Christmas at Crealy

  • Crealy Theme Park & Resort, Clyst Saint Mary
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

5 Dec · 11:30am

Quiet Santa Special

  • Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Parracombe
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor

5–23 Dec

The Magic of Christmas

  • The Milky Way Adventure Park, Higher Clovelly
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

6–24 Dec

Santa Specials 2026

  • Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Parracombe
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor
Booking quickly across Exeter & North DevonSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning a visit to Santa near Exeter

Where can we meet Santa in Exeter?

11 Santa's grottos are listed in Exeter this season.

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

9 Santa's grottos in Exeter suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

Which Santa's grottos in Exeter welcome babies?

9 Santa's grottos in Exeter welcome babies under one.

Are there ASN or relaxed Santa's grottos in Exeter?

One grotto runs additional support needs or relaxed visits in Exeter — quieter times with more space.

Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in Exeter?

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