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5 Santa's grottos in the Borders
5 Santa's grottos across 3 venues within reach of The Scottish Borders. The first opens on Saturday 28 November — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.
Booking quickly across The Scottish BordersSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Where can we meet Santa in the Borders?
5 Santa's grottos are listed in the Borders this season.
- Traquair Christmas OpeningTraquair House, Innerleithen · 28–29 Nov · Ages 0–10
- A Tale with Santa at BowhillBowhill House & Grounds, Selkirk · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas Special 2026Heatherslaw Light Railway, Cornhill-on-Tweed · 5–6 Dec · Ages 0–10
Which Santa's grottos in the Borders are good for toddlers?
5 Santa's grottos in the Borders suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Traquair Christmas OpeningTraquair House, Innerleithen · 28–29 Nov · Ages 0–10
- A Tale with Santa at BowhillBowhill House & Grounds, Selkirk · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas Special 2026Heatherslaw Light Railway, Cornhill-on-Tweed · 5–6 Dec · Ages 0–10
Where can we have breakfast with Santa in the Borders?
One grotto offers breakfast, lunch or tea with Santa in the Borders.
- Breakfast with Santa at BowhillBowhill House & Grounds, Selkirk · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
Which Santa's grottos in the Borders welcome babies?
5 Santa's grottos in the Borders welcome babies under one.
- Traquair Christmas OpeningTraquair House, Innerleithen · 28–29 Nov · Ages 0–10
- A Tale with Santa at BowhillBowhill House & Grounds, Selkirk · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas Special 2026Heatherslaw Light Railway, Cornhill-on-Tweed · 5–6 Dec · Ages 0–10
Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in the Borders?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 3 Santa's grottos in the Borders are open that day.
- A Tale with Santa at BowhillBowhill House & Grounds, Selkirk · Thu 24 Dec · 3:30pm
