21 Nov – 24 Dec
Cockfields Christmas: The Cockfields Express
- Cockfield's Farm Park, Oldham
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
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8 Santa's grottos in Manchester
8 Santa's grottos across 6 venues within reach of Greater Manchester. The first opens on Saturday 21 November — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.
Booking quickly across Greater ManchesterSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Planning a visit to Santa near Manchester
Where can we meet Santa in Manchester?
8 Santa's grottos are listed in Manchester this season.
- Cockfields Christmas: The Cockfields ExpressCockfield's Farm Park, Oldham · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Smithills Farm Christmas MarketsSmithills Open Farm, Bolton · 21–29 Nov · Ages 0–10
- Santa SpecialsEast Lancashire Railway, Bury · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas on the Farm!Lancaster Park & Animal Farm, Chadderton · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Sundays this DecemberMuseum of Illusions - Manchester, Manchester · 6–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
Which Santa's grottos in Manchester are good for toddlers?
8 Santa's grottos in Manchester suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Cockfields Christmas: The Cockfields ExpressCockfield's Farm Park, Oldham · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Smithills Farm Christmas MarketsSmithills Open Farm, Bolton · 21–29 Nov · Ages 0–10
- Santa SpecialsEast Lancashire Railway, Bury · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas on the Farm!Lancaster Park & Animal Farm, Chadderton · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Sundays this DecemberMuseum of Illusions - Manchester, Manchester · 6–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
Where can we have breakfast with Santa in Manchester?
One grotto offers breakfast, lunch or tea with Santa in Manchester.
- Breakfast With SantaCockfield's Farm Park, Oldham · 7–18 Dec · Ages 0–10
Which Santa's grottos in Manchester welcome babies?
7 Santa's grottos in Manchester welcome babies under one.
- Cockfields Christmas: The Cockfields ExpressCockfield's Farm Park, Oldham · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Smithills Farm Christmas MarketsSmithills Open Farm, Bolton · 21–29 Nov · Ages 0–10
- Santa SpecialsEast Lancashire Railway, Bury · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas on the Farm!Lancaster Park & Animal Farm, Chadderton · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Sundays this DecemberMuseum of Illusions - Manchester, Manchester · 6–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
Are there ASN or relaxed Santa's grottos in Manchester?
One grotto runs additional support needs or relaxed visits in Manchester — quieter times with more space.
- SEND Family Santa SpecialEast Lancashire Railway, Bury · 28 Nov – 22 Dec
Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in Manchester?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 3 Santa's grottos in Manchester are open that day.
- Cockfields Christmas: The Cockfields ExpressCockfield's Farm Park, Oldham · Thu 24 Dec · 9am
- Santa SpecialsEast Lancashire Railway, Bury · Thu 24 Dec
- Christmas on the Farm!Lancaster Park & Animal Farm, Chadderton · Thu 24 Dec · 9:30am
