Father Christmas in the Tudor House
2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.
Lamport Hall's Tudor House offers a Christmas experience where children meet Father Christmas for a personalized gift and story. Adults receive a warm drink and mince pie. Children can decorate cards and write letters. A Christmas Market with over 100 stalls, food, and entertainment is also featured.
All ages $$
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Plan Your Visit
Food & Drink
Warm drinks and mince pies for adults, sweet treats for children. Festive food and refreshments available at the Christmas Market, including an après-ski bar.
Parking
Free onsite parking is available in the Four Acre field (grass) or on hardstanding for weekday evening sessions. Please follow signage.
Accessibility
The ground floor of the Hall is fully accessible with level access via the garden door. The gardens are accessible, though paths are gravel and can be muddy. Mobility scooters are not suitable inside the house, and the first floor is inaccessible to wheelchair users. Visitors are advised to contact the venue for specific needs.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive 5 minutes before your designated Father Christmas timeslot to check in and collect adult refreshments, allowing extra time to walk through the market to reach the Tudor House.
- Dress appropriately for the weather, as queuing for the Father Christmas experience is outdoors, even though the visit itself is inside.
- Book tickets in advance, as they sell out quickly and no tickets will be available on the door. Advance bookings close the Tuesday prior to the event weekend.
- For weekday evening sessions, parking is on hardstanding, and there is no additional entertainment or market stalls, offering a more focused experience.
- Ensure you accurately fill out your child's name, age, and gender when booking to receive a personalized, wrapped present and certificate.
Special Events & Promotions
- Weekday evening sessions available for after-school visits.
- SEND-only sessions available on weekday evenings.
- Access to Christmas Market included with weekend Father Christmas tickets.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with the Father Christmas ticket?
Each child's ticket includes a personalized, wrapped present and certificate from Father Christmas, a sweet treat, and a Christmas card to decorate. Adults receive a warm drink and a mince pie. The ticket also grants access to the Christmas Market for one adult per child.
Can I purchase tickets on the day?
No, all tickets for Father Christmas must be purchased in advance. Advance bookings close on the Tuesday prior to the event weekend to allow preparation time. No tickets will be available on the door.
What are the differences between weekend and weekday evening sessions?
Weekend sessions run alongside the Christmas Market with stalls, entertainment, and food. Weekday evening sessions are focused solely on the Father Christmas experience, with parking on hardstanding and no additional market activities.
Is there parking available?
Yes, free onsite parking is available in the Four Acre field (grass) for weekend events and on hardstanding for weekday evening sessions. Please follow the signage.
What is the pet policy?
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens and grounds but not inside the Hall. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets, as there are no dog waste bins on site.
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