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Santa's Grottos in Dorset | Where to meet Santa in Dorset

Tis' the season Christmas is upon us and what better way to get in the festive spirit by visiting one of Santa's grottos in Dorset. We've been working as hard as Santa's elves to bring your our present-filled list to the best Santa's grottos to visit in Dorset, so take a look below and book your trip to meet Santa in Dorset to celebrate Christmas 2024.

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Take a look at Santa's grottos to visit in Dorset below...

Wareham

monkey world

Santa Experience at Monkey World

Where: Monkey World, Tout Hill, Longthorns, Wareham, BH20 6HH

When: 19th - 20th December 2024

About: On the 19th and 20th December Santa’s sleigh will touch down at Monkey World!

As well as meeting Santa and receiving a special present from him, your little monkeys can enjoy festive fare, a Christmas trail around the park, and even make a present for the primates with Santa’s elves! Primate adoptions also make a great Christmas gift- and mean you can visit your adopted primate for free for a year!

Price: Visiting Santa at Monkey World will help support the rescue and rehabilitation of primates, so help spread Christmas cheer by seeing Santa here! £5 plus entrance fee per child.

How to book: Booking is essential and places are limited, to book email communications@monkeyworld.org

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Weymouth

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Abbotsbury Gardens Santa's Grotto

Where: Bullers Wy, Abbotsbury, Weymouth DT3 4LA

When: Weekends from 7th-22nd December, alongside the 23rd December.

About: A very special guest is taking time from their busy winter schedule to visit the stunning Abbotsbury Gardens.

Visitors are invited to meet Father Christmas in his cosy cabin, a magical festive Grotto nestled within the Gardens. This enchanting experience includes a chat with Father Christmas and a special gift for each child. A child’s Santa’s Grotto ticket also includes entry to the Gardens for the child and one free accompanying adult. Additional adults can purchase a Winter Offer Ticket on the day to explore the gardens.

After the visit, guests are welcome to enjoy a peaceful winter stroll through the beautiful grounds. Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this timeless and heartwarming tradition.

Price: £12.95

How to book: Booking available shortly

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Poole

Christmas at Farmer Palmers

Christmas at Farmer Palmers

Where: Farmer Palmers, Wareham Rd, Organford, Poole, Organford, Poole BH16 6EU

When: 7th, 8th 14th, 15th and 18th-24th December 2024

About: Children can enjoy a farm-tastic day out at the Farm Park and experience the wonder and excitement of meeting ‘the man in red’ and all his festive friends in the Magical Christmas Barn, PLUS every child with a ‘Farmer Christmas Experience Ticket’ receives a great gift from the Elves at Ye Olde Toy Shoppe!

Price: Tickets to visit the Magical Christmas Barn are sold in addition to normal admission, these are (Price TBC).

How to book: Book tickets online by clicking HERE or clicking below.

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Dorchester

Nutley Farm's Festive Barn

Nutley Farm's Festive Barn

Where: Nutley Farm: DT2 8DT is located on Winfrith Heath, Winfrith Newburgh, Nr Dorchester, Dorset

When: Various dates from 30th November-23rd December 2024

About: This Christmas you can visit Santa at Nutley Farm as part of their Christmas Light & Reindeer Experience. Upon arrival you'll be greeted by one of Santa's elves before taking a trip into Nutley's festive-themed barn. Speak and get pictures with Santa in his grotto and post your Xmas list in his magical postbox that will see letters for all the well-behaved children sent to his toy workshop. Interact with reindeer and receive a small Christmas present to take home with you.

Price: £16.00 per children over 2 years £10.00 per children under 2 years 

How to book: Book tickets online by clicking HERE or clicking below.

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Broadstone

Christmas Grotto at Peekaboo & Brew

Christmas Grotto at Peekaboo & Brew

Where: Peekaboo & Brew, 214 Lower Blandford Road, Broadstone, BH18 8DX

When: 30th November until 24th December

About: Experience the Magic of Christmas at Santa’s Grotto at Peekaboo & Brew! Broadstone’s brand new soft play café. Their enchanting Christmas event is designed to create cherished memories for families and children of all ages.

Here’s what you can expect when you visit:

  • Visit Santa Claus: Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as you pay a special visit to Santa Claus. Each child will receive a special gift.
  • Gingerbread Decorating: Get creative and decorate your very own gingerbread. Each ticket includes one gingerbread, icing & festive sprinkles per paying child, perfect for all ages.
  • Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows: Sip on a cup of hot chocolate topped with fluffy marshmallows to warm your heart and hands.
  • Soft Play for Under 5s: Let the little ones explore and have fun in their safe and engaging soft play area designed specifically for children under 5.
  • Electronic Games for Ages 5 and Up: Children aged 5 and above can enjoy playing on their electronic games provided by Peekaboo & Brew, all while sipping on their delicious hot chocolate.

Your ticket includes all of these fantastic experiences at Santa’s Grotto at Peekaboo & Brew Broadstone, making it a hassle-free and a magical experience for the whole family. Plus, with an adult ticket, enjoy a complimentary coffee and festive treat on them!

Extras: While your ticket covers all the enchanting activities, you can also enhance your experience with optional extras, including:

  • Family Photo Opportunity with Santa: Capture the joy with a professional family photo alongside Santa Claus, available in a snow globe, booklet, or as a Christmas tree ornament to treasure for many years to come.
  • Festive Food and Drink: Savour the taste of the season with their delightful selection of coffee, cake, paninis, jacket potatoes, and more.

Duration: 1 Hour 15-Minute Sessions

Price: 

  • Adults: £5
  • Under 1s: £9.99
  • Children: £14.99

Cash & Card Payments accepted.

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Christchurch

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Stewarts Christchurch Garden Centre - Winter Wonderland Experience

Where: Stewarts Christchurch Garden Centre, Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch BH23 4SA

When: 23rd November - 24th December 2024

About: Just over a 30-minute drive from Poole town centre, Santa is setting up his grotto at Stewarts Christchurch Garden Centre as part of their Winter Wonderland experience. Enjoy a festive family day out like no other taking a trip through their magical Christmas walkway before meeting Santa and his real-life reindeers. Find out if you’ve made it onto Santa’s good list and you might just be given a present to take home to put under the Christmas tree. Stewarts are also running a Santa’s grotto experience at their Broomhill garden centre in Wimborne as well.

Price: Children: £17.50, Babies: £3, Adults: £2.50

How to book: Book tickets online HERE.

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Wimborne

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Museum Of East Dorset Santa’s Grotto

Where: 23-29 High Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1HR

When: 30th November and 7th December 2024 (5th December for a SEN experience)

About: When you arrive, you’ll be given a ‘Golden Ticket’ to see Santa. Firstly, the family can enjoy 45 minutes exploring the museum, where there will be a festive trail and the opportunity to make Christmas crafts and write a letter to Santa.

After 45 minutes, the elves will lead you from the museum kitchen down the garden to our Garden Room, where Santa will tell an interactive story to the group and give each child a wrapped, age-appropriate gift to take home with them.

Price: £15 per child. 

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