Visit Santa at Drum Castle
Children visit Santa for a chat in the castle's cozy drawing room and receive a gift. Guests queue outside the front of the castle where they are met by Christmas elves before heading up to the first floor. Santa meets up to 10 children per booking slot.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
All ages
Parking
Normal parking charges apply to non-members.
Accessibility
Santa is located on the first floor of the castle, and buggies and prams cannot be brought inside.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book a slot and choose the date and time carefully, as tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged.
- Arrive for your booked slot rather than early, and be prepared for a short wait of up to 20 minutes.
- Wrap up warmly for the outdoor queue, even though the meeting with Santa is indoors.
- Leave buggies and prams outside the castle, where space is available, and accompany every child.
Special Events & Promotions
- Babies under 18 months who do not need a gift can attend free with their family.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many children can meet Santa in each booking slot?
Santa sees up to 10 children per slot.
Can babies attend without their own ticket?
Babies under 18 months who do not need a gift can attend free with their family. Book a child’s ticket if you would like a gift for your baby.
What should we expect when we arrive for our visit?
Queue outside the castle entrance for your slot, where a Christmas elf will meet you. Your visit will take place within 20 minutes of your booking, so there may be a short wait; please do not arrive early.
Can we bring a buggy or pram inside?
No. Santa is on the first floor, and buggies and prams cannot go inside; space is available outside the castle entrance.
Can the visit accommodate a child with special requirements?
Get in touch with the organizers beforehand to discuss how they can facilitate the visit. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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