Northampton festive family guide

Santa's grottos 2026 in Northampton & Northamptonshire

Meet Santa at grottos, farms and Santa breakfasts across Northampton & Northamptonshire, 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 Northampton & Northamptonshire
  • Updated 3 November 2026

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11 Santa's grottos in Northampton

11 Santa's grottos across 8 venues within reach of Northampton & Northamptonshire. The first opens on Saturday 21 November — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.

28 Nov – 22 Dec

Santa's Grotto

  • Delapré Abbey, Northampton
  • Age not given
  • Indoor

28 Nov – 22 Dec

SENDta's Grotto

  • Delapré Abbey, Northampton
  • Age not given
  • Indoor

29 Nov – 20 Dec

Santa Specials

  • Northampton & Lamport Railway - (Pitsford and Brampton,Station), Chapel Brampton
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

5–6 Dec

Santa Special

  • Rushden Railway Station, Rushden
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

12–20 Dec

Breakfast with Santa

  • Northampton & Lamport Railway - (Pitsford and Brampton,Station), Chapel Brampton
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor
Booking quickly across Northampton & NorthamptonshireSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning a visit to Santa near Northampton

Where can we meet Santa in Northampton?

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

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

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

Where can we have breakfast with Santa in Northampton?

One grotto offers breakfast, lunch or tea with Santa in Northampton.

  • Breakfast with SantaNorthampton & Lamport Railway - (Pitsford and Brampton,Station), Chapel Brampton · 12–20 Dec · Ages 0–10

Which Santa's grottos in Northampton welcome babies?

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

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

2 grottos run additional support needs or relaxed visits in Northampton — quieter times with more space.

Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in Northampton?

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 4 Santa's grottos in Northampton are open that day.