Lincoln festive family guide

Santa's grottos 2026 in Lincoln & Lincolnshire

Meet Santa at grottos, farms and Santa breakfasts across Lincoln & Lincolnshire, 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 Lincoln & Lincolnshire
  • Updated 2 November 2026

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7 Santa's grottos in Lincoln

7 Santa's grottos across 5 venues within reach of Lincoln & Lincolnshire. The first opens on Saturday 14 November — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.

20–22 Dec

Tea with Santa

  • Skegness, Embassy Theatre, Skegness
  • Ages 3–10
  • Indoor

22–23 Dec

Breakfast with Santa

  • The Natural World Centre, Thorpe on the Hill
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor
Booking quickly across Lincoln & LincolnshireSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning a visit to Santa near Lincoln

Where can we meet Santa in Lincoln?

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

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

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

Where can we have breakfast with Santa in Lincoln?

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

  • Tea with SantaSkegness, Embassy Theatre, Skegness · 20–22 Dec · Ages 3–10
  • Breakfast with SantaThe Natural World Centre, Thorpe on the Hill · 22–23 Dec · Ages 0–10

Which Santa's grottos in Lincoln welcome babies?

6 Santa's grottos in Lincoln welcome babies under one.

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

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

Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in Lincoln?

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 2 Santa's grottos in Lincoln are open that day.