Category: Christmas, Family

Make dreams come true this Christmas in Plymouth and meet Santa Claus himself! Santa will be appearing in various places across the city during the holiday season, promising to bring festive cheer and giving you the perfect opportunity to give him your Christmas gifts!

But be quick, lots of places need bookings and they are very popular!

Here’s where you can find him this year…

                          

The Box

Enjoy a Starry, Starry Night at The Box on Friday 20 December. Santa will be popping in to this special family-friendly event to say hello. You can also enjoy The Box’s galleries out of hours, festive music and stories, and fun night sky themed craft activities.

                 

Winter Wonderland at Central Park

Central Park will be turned into a Winter Wonderland from 15 November to 1 January! There's plenty of festive fun to be had with the whole family at this year's event. Take a walk through the Enchanted Forest to meet Santa and his elves, where you will receive a special gift and capture the moment with a professional photo! There's also an undercover ice rink, big top with live music, rides, a bar, stalls and plenty more to enjoy.

                        

The Barbican and Sutton Harbour 

Grab your Christmas hat and a warm coat then head to the dazzling Barbican Christmas Lights switch on Saturday 16 November, and join in the free Christmas family fun and entertainment! You will have the chance to visit Santa in his Grotto on Southside Street throughout the day (pre-booking essential), before he sets off to gather his companions and arrive by the RNLI boat to turn on the Christmas lights.

Don't miss the Santa Fun Run on Sunday 8 December, with hundreds of Santas travelling around the waterfront in aid of Jeremiah's Journey and Shekinah.

  

Crowne Plaza

Enjoy a 2-course lunch and an afternoon of fun entertainment with Santa at Crowne Plaza Plymouth on 8 December, with photo opportunities, a family disco and a gift for the children.

   

Pennywell Farm

Pennywell Farm becomes a magical winter wonderland at Christmas! Experience the Christmas Nativity in the barn, starring some real life furry friends, before enjoying some tasty festive treats and then meeting Father Christmas in the sparkly enchanted forest – he has a special gift for every child. 

  

Plymouth Boat Trips

Enjoy the Kids Santa's Christmas Disco on selected weekends in December. A fun-packed festive children’s party and cruise for the whole family to enjoy. With festive music, face painting and a visit from Santa all on board, it makes for the perfect Christmas afternoon!

Saltram

The beloved Father Christmas will be back again this December at Saltram with new exciting stories and songs to share! Visit the stunning house and meet Santa Claus and listen as he reads through the story of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.

                    

Dartmoor Zoo

Santa Claus is coming to Dartmoor Zoo! Join them for a morning of Festive Banqueting, Christmassy Crafts, access around the Zoo before they open to the public, and a chance to meet and receive a gift from the Big Jolly Man himself. Available on 7 and 8, 14 and 15 and 21 to 22 December.

               

The Christmas Express at Plym Valley Rail

All aboard The Christmas Express at Plym Valley Railway! Book your tickets and head on the festive-themed train to Plym Bridge where you will be able to meet Santa Claus himself! Book your slot in advance to avoid disappointment.

    

Chaplins

Santa will be dropping into Chaplins to review all your Christmas lists during the festive season. Visit the Santa's Grotto inside the store which is open every weekend in December in the build-up to Christmas. While you're there, explore the polar bears, the sparkly light tunnel and snow flurries that'll be sure to fill you with feel-good festive vibes.

                            

For more inspiration

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In partnership with GWR, Destination Plymouth’s lead travel partner 

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