Illustration of two friends at an afternoon tea with tiered cake stands by a decorated window (Santa's Tea Party at Celtic Manor Resort)

Santa's Tea Party at Celtic Manor Resort

Guests step into a transformed festive ballroom decorated with sparkling holiday lights. Families enjoy afternoon tea accompanied by interactive pocket magic performed right at their table. Children can visit Santa in his grotto to receive a surprise gift before dancing at a family disco led by a live DJ.

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When

Tickets

6 and 13 December: adults £42, children £32. 17 December: adults £38, children £28. 20 December: adults £52, children £42. 21 December relaxed SEN session: adults £38, children £28. 22 and 23 December: adults £48, children £38. 24 December: adults £55, children £45. Children are 0–12 years. A £10 per-person non-refundable deposit is required at booking; the full balance is due 6 weeks prior.

Hours

Sittings are available between 11.30am – 6pm.

Ages

All ages (children 0-12 years)

Food & Drink

Festive afternoon tea is served, with plant-based menus available; adult tickets also include mulled wine.

Parking

Around 1,500 spaces across the resort. The underground car park charges, while Catsash and Roman Road are free for up to three hours.

Accessibility

The 21 December relaxed SEN session has reduced noise, dimmer lighting and fewer guests.

Going?

Location

Celtic Manor Resort · Coldra Woods, Newport NP18 1HQ Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children aged 0–12

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book the 21 December relaxed SEN session if your child prefers calmer surroundings, because it runs with reduced noise, dimmer lighting and fewer guests.
  • Expect to pay a non-refundable deposit per person when you book, with the full balance due six weeks before your sitting.
  • Groups of four or more get a table together; for a large party, contact the Events Team instead of booking online.
  • Look at the plant-based menu before you go if anyone in the family avoids animal products; there are also separate children's and adults' menus.
  • Park at Catsash or Roman Road, which are free for up to three hours, because the underground car park charges from the first hour.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Relaxed SEN session on 21 December, with reduced noise, dimmer lighting and fewer guests.

Links & Contact

Run by The Celtic Collection

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Santa's Tea Party for?

It's a family event. Child tickets cover ages 0 to 12, and every child must be with an adult.

What do children get?

Children get a festive afternoon tea and a private visit to Santa's grotto. They also get live DJ entertainment, a family disco, table-top activities, treats throughout and a surprise gift to take home.

What do adults get?

Adults get an afternoon tea and a mulled wine. There are separate children's, adults' and plant-based menus.

Is there a calmer session for children with additional needs?

Yes. The 21 December sitting is a relaxed SEN session with reduced noise, dimmer lighting and fewer guests.

Can a big family sit together?

Tables are for four or more guests, so families sit together. For a large booking, contact the Events Team. Smaller groups can try Santa's Diner at the nearby Coldra Court Hotel.

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