If you want to find out where to see Santa in 2024 in BCP then you are in the right place! We’ve listed all the places in and around Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole to see Father Christmas this year.
Remember to book early to see Father Christmas this year in BCP – he is a very busy man!
This Christmas, Discovery Village invites little adventurers to step into a world of wonder and teamwork! Join the Mayor of Discovery Village and Santa’s trusty elves for a heartwarming mission to save Christmas!
The village green is beautifully decorated, and the snow is softly falling—but there’s a big problem! The Christmas lights aren’t working, and Santa won’t be able to see the village from his sleigh. Without the twinkling lights to guide him, how will he deliver presents to all the children?
It’s up to you to help! Work together with the mayor and the elves to fix the lights and light up the village for Santa’s grand arrival. There will be songs with Santa, snowy surprises, dancing, and plenty of imaginative play as we work as a team to save Christmas!
Be part of this festive adventure full of joy, teamwork, and magical moments—and make sure Santa doesn’t miss out on bringing holiday cheer to Discovery Village!
Zip Zap Christmas Wonderland Party 14th December 10am (fully booked) & 12.30pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year..for a Christmas Wonderland Party!
We have invited Zip Zap back for a Christmas pop up! Your little ones will have a magical time with a music drama & sensory class, then a stay & play session while you tuck into a free mince pie, and the little ones can chose from a gingerbread or a mince pie too!
Ages 0-4 years, choose from 10am or 12.30pm.
Breakfast with Santa’s Elves Giggles & Rascal 17th December 9am & 11am
We are the most excited we have ever been here at Wild Ones! Santa’s very own Elves all the way from Little Gizmos Entertainment (which is in the North Pole by the way) are coming to have some fun and games in our very own play cafe! Get ready to have some silly fun, cheeky games, and a very tasty graze basket for the little one’s breakfast filled with pastries, fruit, yogurts & other tasty snacks!
The Elves are set to arrive on Santa’s sleigh (don’t worry they’ve asked to borrow it from the big man himself) on the 17th December. 9am & 11am session times available.
Tickets are £19 and extra sibling discount of £14 Make sure you book asap to avoid missing out on all the Christmasy fun!!
Experience the Magic of Christmas at Santa’s Grotto at Peekaboo & Brew!
An unforgettable Santa’s Grotto experience at Peekaboo & Brew Broadstone. Our Christmas event is designed to create cherished memories for families and children of all ages.
Dates: 30 November | 1,7,8,14,15 19-23 December 2024 with 5 slots between 9am and 3pm
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 our 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 our 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 us!
EXTRAS to make your day shine:
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 our delightful selection of coffee, cake, paninis, jacket potatoes, and more
1 Hour 15-Minute Sessions
Each session will be followed by a 15-minute cleaning period to prepare for the next group. We kindly ask that you arrive on time, as early arrivals may need to wait until staff are ready for entry.
Address: 214 Lower Blandford Rd, Broadstone BH18 8DX.
Adults £5 (including hot drink and a Christmas treat)
Child £14.99
Under 1s £9.99
Kingston Maurward, Dorchester DT2 8PY.
Date: 30 November & 1/7/8/14/15 & 21-23 December 2024 Times: 9.30am-5pm
A brand new, enchanting Santa experience, coming to Kingston Maurward this year, families are invited to experience the magic, music, and mistletoe in a theatrical extravaganza featuring the North Pole Elves.
Tickets starting at £19.50 per child (including gift) book via the A Kingston Christmas website.
Date: 7&8 16&17 December 2024 Time:10am-5pm
Make your own Reindeer – Add a little festive spirit to your house and choose between making a small (£10) or large reindeer (£15).
Head to Avon Heath Outdoors website to book.
30 November & 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 December 2024
Meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto, includes a present for every child, and afterwards jump aboard Santa’s sleigh for a great photo opportunity. £15 per child (accompanying adults go free).
Date: 1 December 2024 Time: 2-3pm
Kids Christmas Craft Workshop. £6 – More info here.
Winter Trail TBC.
The Quay, Poole BH15 1HJ.
Date: 15 December 2024 Time: 10am
Join Elsa and Olaf for a magical morning of fun, singing, dancing, playing and getting to meet your favourite characters & have breakfast.
£10 per child book via The Jolly Sailor Pub.
Date: every Saturday & Sunday from 7th December up until Christmas (includes Monday 23rd & Tuesday 24th December)
£9.99 per child book via the website.
Waterford Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, BH23 5JA.
Date: 7th & 8th 14th&15th 21st&22nd December Time: 8.45-10.15am
Join us for Breakfast with Santa! Includes Breakfast / Drink, Quality toy / Story from Father Christmas, Sing-a-long Christmas songs with Father Christmas and Photos on the full size sleigh with Father Christmas.
Tickets £25 per person call 01425 278058 to book.
Dates: every Saturday & Sunday from 7th December up until Christmas, including Monday 23rd & Tuesday 24th December.
£9.99 (£10.99 on Christmas Eve) book via the website.
Date: 7th, 8th, 14th & 15th December 2024 Time: 9am
Share your Christmas wishes and receive a special gift from Santa himself. £17.50 per child.
Pre-booking is essential call 01202 436436.
Key West Bar & Grill, Bournemouth Pier, BH2 5AA.
Date: 14&15 21 – 23 December 2024 Time: 9am – 12pm.
You will be greeted by Santa’s merry elves and children will be able to write a letter to Father Christmas and post it in our magical post box before meeting the big man himself & receiving a gift!
Under 4s £14.95 | Children & Adults £29.95.
Book via Key West Bar & Grill.
Date: 6th December 2024 Time: 4.45pm-8pm
Neighbourhood Centre Lights from 4.45pm, Torchlight parade to Adastral Square Lights at 6pm.
With Carol Singing, Poole Rotary Train, Poole Borough Band, Stalls, Face Painting, Glitter Tattoos, DJ, Hot Chocolate and more…
FREE Santa Grotto in the Community Centre 6-6.45pm 7.15-8pm
SEN – Quiet Santa 5.15-6pm
Booking essential – call Becky on 07984 961694.
Date: 30 November – 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 – 23 December 2024
Board our magical “festive flight”
Experience and learn about Christmas traditions around the world
Receive a surprise gift, reindeer food and more!
Meet our VIRTUAL Father Christmas and his real-life cabin crew
Child £7.50 | Adult (15+) £3.50 | Under 12 month’s Free.
Weekend & Holiday Farmer Christmas Experience
Dates: 18th & 19th December 2024 Times: 10am – 3pm
Meet Santa & his elves in the Magical Christmas Barn, PLUS a gift from the Elves.
Weekday Christmas Experience
Dates: 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 20th – 23rd December 2024 Times: 10am – 4.00pm
Cheaper tickets due to fewer staff (elves helping Mrs Claus).
Twilight Christmas Experience
Dates: 13th, 14th, 19th – 23rd December 2024 Times: 4.45pm – 6.30/7.30pm
Join us for an atmospheric evening of meeting ‘Farmer Christmas’, Madam Claus and all the Elves under the twinkling Christmas lights.
8th & 15th December 2024 – Christmas Choir.
Wimborne, BH21 4EA.
Date: 30. November 2024 – 5. January 2025 Time: 9.30am-4pm
A Christmas Wish at Kingston Lacy – Discover the magic of Christmas wishes this festive season!
Free Event. Normal admission applies.
Date: 30 November & 1\7\8\14\15 18-23 December 2024 Time: Slots every hour between 10am-4pm
Storytelling with Santa – 0-12 years – Join us on an adventure to find Santa in his hidden storybook nook for a cosy Christmas tale, an early gift and a photo with the man himself!
Tickets £15 per child (0-12 years old) with one accompanying adult per child. Booking essential normal admission applies.
Date: 7th & 21st December 2024 Time: 9.30-11.30am
Breakfast with Santa – Join Santa and his Elves for a fun-filled 2 hours pancake breakfast with singing, dancing, and games! £16.96 booking essential.
Date: 23rd December 2024 Time: 4-6pm
Moana Family Party – 2 hours of magical fun £14.25 – more info here.
Date: 30th November & 1st, 5th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 14th, 15th + 19th- 23rd 2024 Time: 11am-4pm
Countdown to Christmas – Santa is bringing his Bavarian cuckoo clock to The Dolphin come and join the Cuckoo Clock Elves for games, fun, and some Christmas crafting & a picture with Santa.
FREE Event (first come first serve) and first session ion the day is reserved for SEN children.
Date: 1st December 2024 Times: 11.30am, 1pm & 2.30pm
Decorate Christmas Biscuit with Maggie – The Seaside Baker with Diverse Ability – more info here.
Date: 21 December 2024 Time: 9.30am & 12.30pm slots
Meet & Greet with Elsa, Anna & Olaf plus soft oily & a disco party with Outalimits, games and meeting Santa himself!
Tickets £25 book via Jungle City Soft Play.
Furzebrook Road, Wareham BH20 5AR.
Date: 30 November – 23 December 2024
Woodland Walks
Festive Drinks
Christmas Gifts
Arts & Crafts – £5
Date: 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd December 2024 Time: 10am-4.30pm
Follow the festive trail leading to Santa’s grotto, take magical photos on Santa’s sleigh, then meet Santa himself and receive a special gift! £15
Normal admission fees apply – book online.
Valley Rd, Bournemouth BH8 0EB.
Date: 15th – 22nd December 2024 Time: 4-9pm
Come along and meet Santa and his elves
Meet all our friendly petting animals
Take part in 4 christmas crafts
And don’t forget to decorate your cookie
Pony and cart rides available to book onsite
From £5 per child – Head to the website to book.
133 Parkstone Rd, Poole BH15 2PB.
Date: 17. December Breakfast at 10am or 23. December 2024 – Lunch at 1.30pm
Come and have breakfast or lunch with Santa! Take Pictures with Santa & receive a personalised gift.
Book via The Club Hub Poole website.
Branksome Dean Beach, BH13 6JP.
Date: 11 December 2024 Time: 11am
Join ‘Crackers’ the elf for a 2km dash along the seafront followed by refreshments (included) plus a Father Christmas visit in aid of raising money for the Royal BCP hospitals.
To register click here.
Available to book now in the BCP Area!
A magical visit from Pip includes:
30min of festive fun in your house
A personalised Nice List Certificate
Gifts
Fun Festive Games
Elf Story Time
Magical Christmas Wish & more..
Book via Fireflies Entertainment on FB.
East Cliff Promenade, BH1 3AA.
Date: 30 November & 1 December 2024 Time: 10.30am – 3.30pm
Visit Father Christmas in the beautifully decorated Dining Room and receive a small gift.
£14 per child.
Pre-booking required visit the website to book.
Join us on Thursday evenings from 4pm til 7pm on the run-up to Christmas for choirs, brass bands, walkabout acts and festive activities & Santa and his Elves. Click on more info to see the full program.
· Thu 21 Nov at Horseshoe Common – more info here.
· Thu 28 Nov in Beale Place – more info here.
· Thu 5 Dec on Westover Road – more info here.
· Thu 12 Dec on Commercial Road – more info here.
· Thu 19 Dec in The Triangle – more info here.
FREE family fun for everyone.
Huntick Road, Lytchett Minster BH16 6BA.
Date: Every Thursday 21st November – 19th December 2024 Time: 5-8pm
Join us for a festive evening of carol singing, live music, craft stalls, children’s activities, face painting, Elf Hunt, workshops and late night shopping!
PLUS Meet & Greet with Father Christmas from 6-8pm – £4 our child includes a gift.
Date: 14 December 2024 Time: 10am – 2pm
Christmas market and fair with a variety of stalls selling cakes, farm produce, cosmetics, Christmas gifts, decorations, toys and many more. Santa’s grotto – £2 per child including a gift – no need to book.
Refreshments available. Free entry.
23-29 High St, Wimborne BH21 1HR.
Date: 30 November & 7 December 2024 Time: 2-4.30pm
Join the festive trail and make Christmas crafts and write a letter to Santa. Meet Santa & listen to a festive story. Gift included.
£15 per child (age 2+). Please visit Museum of East Dorset to book.
SEN Santa Experience 5 December 3-6pm (5min sessions) £10 per child (£8 additional sibling).
Cafe in the Park, Hamworthy Park, Poole.
Date: 22nd, 23rd and 24th December 2024
He’s stopping off at the Cafe In The Park this Christmas and you and your little ones (under 7) have the chance to see him for a magical time, a drink, mince pies and presents.
£10. Call 01202 674722 or pop into the cafe to book.
Bryanston, Blandford Forum DT11 0PR.
Date: 24 November 2024 Time: 12-4pm
10 minute session to follow the elves through the winter wonderland then in to Mrs Claus snowy lodge for a chat and your age specific present.
SEND session 4-5pm.
£7 per child and £5 for each consecutive sibling book via The Old Powerhouse website.
Date: 23 November 2024 Time: 11.30am-5pm
Stalls, Live Entertainment, Food & Refreshments, Children/s Funfair & other amusements, Santa’s Grotto & Tombola, Best Shop Window Display and more.
Lions Club Parade at 4pm
Christmas Light Switch on at 5pm
Winfrith Heath, Winfrith Newburgh, Nr Dorchester DT2 8DT.
Date: 29 November &1 December 4-8 11-15 17-24 27-30 December 2024
Follow the tale of The Lost Reindeers and discover 20 hidden reindeer characters along our illuminated trail, and enjoy meeting Nutley Farm’s real-life magical reindeer, Rudolph, Prancer, Sprout and Parsnip.
Father Christmas tickets now sold out.
Romsey SO51 6AL.
Date: 6th December – 23rd December 2024
Santa’s Christmas Wish Show!
Santa’s Storytime
Santa’s Grotto
Magical Illuminations around the Park
Meet Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Reindeer and Billy and Belinda Elves.
Please call 023 8081 4442 to book.
Date: 2nd – 23rd December 2023 Time: 6 – 8pm
Monday 02-Dec LONGFLEET & HECKFORD
Tuesday 03-Dec UPPER PARKSTONE – North of Ashley Road
Wednesday 04-Dec CANFORD HEATH -Verity Crescent & Closes off
Thursday 05-Dec CREEKMOOR
Monday 9-Dec STANLEY GREEN
Tuesday 10-Dec UPPER PARKSTONE – South of Ashley Road
Wednesday 11-Dec HAMWORTHY – East of Blandford Road
Thursday 12-Dec OAKDALE – North of Pound Road
Monday 16-Dec TALBOT VILLAGE
Tuesday 17-Dec UPTON – West of Blandford Road
Wednesday 18-Dec UPTON – East of Blandford Road
Friday 20-Dec HAMWORTHY – West of Blandford Road
Monday 23-Dec LOWER PARKSTONE – Conifers , Pottery Rd
Check out route maps and more info here.
Daytime Locations at Tesco, Branksome
Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th December 9am – 4.30pm
Ringwood Town Center.
Date: 1st December 2024 Time from 11.30am – 6.30pm
– Market with lot of stalls, food & refreshment
– Santa Parades
– Street entertainment and stage acts on the Market Place stage
– Children’s entertainment in Gateway Square as well as choirs and stalls
– Santa’s Grotto
– Light Switch on at 6pm
Date: 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th December 2024 Time: 11am, 1pm or 3pm
75 minute sailing, a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie for the adults, soft drink and a
biscuit for the children and a present from Santa for the children.
£16.00 per adult or child book via 07483 038487.
Date: 16 December 2024 Time: 9.15am, 10.30am, 11.45am, 1.25pm & 2.40pm
Join him for a special Christmas story time session, complete with snacks, cocoa and a special gift.
£17.50 per child (£6 per adult max 2 adults per child) book via the John Lewis Home Poole website.
FRI 20TH & SAT 21ST DEC & MONDAY 23RD- 11.30AM / 14.30PM / 16.00PM
SUN 22ND DEC – 10.30AM / 14.30PM / 16.00PM
TUES 24TH DEC – 11.30AM / 14.30PM
A magical experience with Santa, take photos, share your Christmas wishes and enjoy a special treat.
FREE EVENT. Head to The Park Facebook page and click shop now to book your free ticket.
14 Station Approach, Broadstone, BH18 8AX.
Date: 9 & 16 December 2024 Time: 9.30-11.30am
Join us for a Santa Breakfast where Santa Claus himself will be making a special appearance to spread some holiday cheer and give an early Christmas gift.
Price £10pp Kids & £15pp Adults book via The Goods Yard website.
Date: 18 December 2024 Time: 10am – 5pm
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!.
SEN Date 18 December.
Tickets £10 per child (Park Entry not included). To book, please call 01929 401013.
Date: 30th November – 23 December 2024 Time: Saturdays & Monday 23rd 10-5pm | Sundays 11am-3pm
For family fun, the Grotto at Boscombe is open to welcome you at the Sovereign Centre. There’s also entertainment and singing on opening day!
£8 per child.
Date: 14th December 2024 Time: 1-3pm
Refreshments, Crafts and Father Christmas come along!
Free Entry.
4th Fordingbridge around 6pm
4th Alderholt around 7pm
5th Ashley Heath, St Leonard’s & St Ives around 6pm
6th Verwood around 6pm
11th Burley around 6pm
11th Bransgore around 6.45pm
12th Trickets Cross around 6pm
12th Ferndwon around 6.45pm
13th Ringwood & Poulner around 6pm
Christchurch BH23 4SA & Bromhill BH21 7DE.
Dates: 23rd November – 24th December 2024
Join Santa in his grotto with his elves for some festive cheer! BRAND NEW Christmas Selfie Walkway.
SEN Dates:
Christchurch – 28th November 6-7.30pm & 1st & 10th Dec 10-11am
Bromhill – 1st December 10-11.30am & 6th+13th Dec 4.30-5.30pm
Tickets: Babies (0-6m) £3 (no present) | Child (includes present) £18.50 | Adults £3
Book via the website.
7a The Neighbourhood Centre, Canford Heath BH17 9DW.
Date: 16 & 17 December 2024 Time: 9.30am-5.30pm (3x 2hrs slot)
Meet Fathers Christmas with Story Time, Gift & Christmas biscuit, professional digital picture, Christmas colouring and soft play.
Under 6’s £15, 6m-7yrs £25, Adults FREE book via The Hideout Soft Play.
Commercial Road, Weymouth DT4 7DW.
Date: 21st & 22nd December Time: Slots 10.30am & 1pm
Visit Father Chrsitmas in his Grotto – your visit includes time with Santa, a gift and time in the play area £6.50 per child. Christmas Craft Workshops £7pp.
Pop in the cafe or call us on 01305 458089 to book.
Swanage, BH19 1HB.
Date: 23/24/28/29/30 November & 1/5-8/12-15/18-24 December 2024
Come aboard The Polar Express Train Ride at Swanage Railway with singing, dancing plus hot chocolate and a cookie & a special present.
Under 2’s on lap FREE| From £39.95 per ticket book via the Swanage Railway website.
28, 29 & 30 November 2024 – 9.30am-4pm – Santa Paws – more info here.
30 November & 1 December 2024 – Christmas Makers Market – more info here.
10 December 2024 – FREE Festive Beginner Bird Watching with BARI – more info here.
7 – 31 December 2024 – 10am-3.30pm
Artic Explorer Family Adventure Trail – Are you ready to go? Can you find out who’s left these tracks in the snow? Use your explorer skills to finish the expedition and receive a cuddly prize!
Expedition maps (£6 each) available from the Welcome Centre.
There are also Rustic Wreath Making & Creative Writing Workshops throughout December.
Poole Rd, Wimborne BH21 1QB.
Date: 7 14 & 21 December 2024 Time: 9am-11am
Breakfast with Santa includes one Children’s breakfast with unlimited squash, a visit from Santa and a gift. For an adult this includes one traditional breakfast and unlimited basic tea or coffee until 11.30am.
£10 per person. Book via the website.
More info coming soon!
