A Palace Visit with Santa
Guests step through a secret door into the Knot Garden and join a children's storyteller along the fairy-lit Lime Walk to sing, act, and solve a mystery. Inside the Old Palace, visitors head to the Upper Solar Room to meet Santa by the fireside, share holiday wishes, and take photos. Every child receives a small gift to take home, and admission includes access to explore the estate's Winter Woodland Walks.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Child: £25; Additional Accompanying Adult: £10.
Ages
All ages
Parking
Free parking is available.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book early because Santa’s diary is filling up fast and availability is limited, so popular time slots may be harder to secure.
- Choose your 30-minute time slot carefully, and arrive 15 minutes beforehand so your party is ready when the experience begins.
- Bring hats and scarves and wear sensible shoes, since part of the adventure takes place outdoors along the walk.
- Use the free parking available for visitors, then allow time to get to the Old Palace before your booked slot.
- Consider the age recommendation when booking: the experience is recommended for children aged three and over.
Special Events & Promotions
- Runs on Saturdays and Sundays through December 20, then Monday through Wednesday, December 21–23.
Links & Contact
Run by Hatfield Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can children do on the way to meet Santa?
A storyteller leads children through the Knot Garden and fairy-lit Lime Walk, where they sing, act things out and look for clues to solve a mystery.
What happens when we meet Santa?
Children can share their Christmas wishes, take photos on your own camera or phone, and receive a small gift.
What ages is the visit recommended for?
The visit is recommended for children aged 3 and over.
Do we need to book ahead, and when should we arrive?
Book early because availability is limited. Time slots are every 30 minutes; arrive 15 minutes before your selected slot.
What should we bring for the outdoor part of the visit?
Bring hats, scarves and sensible shoes, as part of the adventure takes place outdoors.
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