Santa's Grotto 2026
Children can visit Santa to receive a present, make reindeer food, and participate in arts and crafts activities. The event takes place alongside a Christmas gift market located upstairs, in aid of The Friends of the Conquest Hospital. Refreshments are available on site to purchase.
Sun, Dec 13, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Food & Drink
Refreshments are available to purchase throughout the day.
Parking
Parking is available on surrounding roads or in the seafront car park opposite the hotel.
Accessibility
Pushchair access is available, but the venue has steps that are difficult for wheelchairs.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book Santa tickets in advance because places are limited and advance booking is required.
- Allow time to browse the free upstairs Christmas gift market before or after your Santa slot.
- Use the surrounding roads or the seafront car park opposite the hotel for parking.
- Bring a pushchair if needed; wheelchair users should note that the venue has steps.
Special Events & Promotions
- The upstairs Christmas gift market is free to attend.
Links & Contact
Run by New Style Events
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do Santa tickets need to be booked in advance?
Yes. Santa tickets must be booked ahead, and places are limited.
What is included in a child’s Santa visit?
Each child meets Santa, receives a present, and can make reindeer food and take part in arts and crafts.
Can visitors also browse the Christmas gift market?
Yes. The upstairs Christmas gift market is free to attend before or after a Santa time slot.
Is the grotto accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs?
Pushchairs can access the venue, but wheelchairs may find the steps difficult.
Are refreshments available, and where can visitors park?
Refreshments are available to buy. Parking is available on surrounding roads or in the seafront car park opposite the hotel.
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