Illustration of a felt Santa in a wooden armchair as a small felt child shows him a paper list near a fireplace and trees (Breakfast With Speedboat Santa)

Breakfast With Speedboat Santa

Santa arrives across the reservoir in his own speedboat before joining guests in the café for festive food. After the meal, he chats with visitors, sits with them for photos, and presents each child with a gift.

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When

Tickets

Standard Breakfast With Speedboat Santa is £24.95 for the sessions on 12, 13 and 19–22 December, and the listed 18 December session at 11.30am. The relaxed breakfast session on 18 December is £24.95. Sessions on 23 and 24 December are £26.95. Children under 2 can attend free if they sit on an adult’s lap; a ticket must be bought if they need a separate seat or food. Every child receives a small gift, whether or not a ticket was purchased.

Hours

9.30am – 11.00am and 11.30am – 1.00pm on 12, 13 and 19–24 December; 11.30am on 18 December; relaxed session at 9.30am on 18 December.

Ages

All ages (under 2s free, but ticket recommended for seat/gift)

Neighborhood

Lisvane

Food & Drink

Festive food is served in the café; no specific menu or drinks.

Going?

Location

Lisvane & Llanishen Reservoirs · Lisvane Road, Lisvane, Cardiff, CF14 0BB Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book early because spaces are limited, particularly if you want to attend a specific breakfast session.
  • Children under 2 can attend free only while sitting on an adult’s lap; buy a ticket if they need their own seat or food.
  • Remember that every child receives a small gift, even if a child under 2 attends without a paid ticket.
  • Choose the relaxed breakfast on 18 December at 9.30am if a calmer atmosphere would suit your group.
  • Bring warm layers for watching Santa arrive across the water, then enjoy the festive meal in the café.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children under 2 can attend free if they sit on an adult’s lap; a ticket is required for a separate seat or food.
  • A relaxed breakfast session is offered on 18 December, with subtle alterations for a calmer atmosphere.
  • Early booking is recommended because spaces are limited.

Links & Contact

Run by Welsh Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during the breakfast experience?

Santa arrives by speedboat, joins guests in the café for festive food, chats and poses for photos, and gives each child a small gift.

Can children under two attend?

Children under two can attend free while sitting on an adult’s lap. Buy them a ticket if they need their own seat or food; every child receives a gift.

Is there a calmer session?

Yes. The relaxed breakfast session follows the same itinerary with subtle alterations to create a calmer atmosphere.

Should I book ahead?

Early booking is recommended because spaces are limited.

What food is included?

Festive food is served in the café as part of the Santa visit.

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