The Top Places to Find Santa Claus in Chester For 2025

It is that time of year again where families start booking the all important Christmas trips to see Santa. This year Chester have a brilliant selection of events on offer form brunch to boat rides and everything in between.

Here are our top suggestions for the top places you can visit Santa Claus in Chester this Christmas. Just remember to book early as some of these will sell out quickly.

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Where to visit Father Christmas in and near Chester in 2025

Santa at Chester Cathedral 2025

Sunday Brunch with Santa every Sunday from 30th November to December and Christmas Eve 2025.

For you, a special invitation from Santa to join him for a wonderful Sunday Brunch in the Cathedral Refectory – the beautiful thirteenth century monks dining hall.

Sittings take place with staggered entry between 8:45am and 11.30am. Brunch is recommended for ages 1-10. Children under 1 are welcome but are not served brunch or a gift. There are limited highchairs, so do please request one with your booking.

All paying children will meet Santa and receive a selection box.

Bookings are essential and all members of your party are required to purchase a ticket.

Please provide any known allergies or dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Prices, Adults £15, Children £13.

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Santa at Grosvenor Shopping Centre 2025

Chester City Centre welcomes back its ever-popular Santa’s Enchanted Grotto for the fifth magical year. From Friday 21st November to Christmas Eve 2025, families step into an immersive, festive, movie-inspired adventure led by the Jolly Enchanted Elves, ending with a personal visit with Santa and a special gift.

Location: St Michael’s Row, Grosvenor Shopping Centre
Dates: 21st Nov – 24th Dec 2025, Book Here.
SEN-friendly quieter sessions are available. Schools receive a 10% discount.

Bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment. This year, the grotto proudly partners with Chester charity Platform for Life.

Santa at Chester Boat Cruise 2025

Experience the magic of the festive season on the River Dee! Father Christmas has carved out a few special dates to join the children of Chester for a family-friendly cruise aboard the Lady Diana. This winter, step onboard for a joyful celebration filled with lights, tinsel, music, and festive fun.

Children will meet Santa in person, each receiving a festive book to enjoy over the holidays. The ChesterBoat elves ensure everyone is entertained with refreshments, songs, and activities throughout the cruise.

Your ticket includes a one-hour cruise with festive music on a decorated boat (or a voucher for a half-hour summer cruise if sailing is not possible), tea or coffee and a mince pie for adults, a gingerbread man and drink for children, an age-appropriate book from Santa, colouring and activity sheets with stickers, and time to meet Santa, take photos, and share letters.

Sailing Dates 2025:

Saturday 13th December – 12:00 & 14:30
Saturday 20th December – 12:00 & 14:30
Sunday 21st December – 12:00 & 14:30

Ticket Prices:

Baby (no gift or refreshments) – FREE
Adults (18+) – £16.00
Child with gift from Santa – £18.00
Child under 18 without a gift – £9.50

Get tickets here.

Santa at Chester Zoo in 2025

Thursday 13 November – Saturday 3 January, 16:30 – 20:00

This winter, Chester Zoo transforms after dark into a glowing world of light, colour, and sound. With more dates than ever before, there’s even more magic to discover.

Lanterns and Light is more than just a light trail – it’s an immersive experience that amazes and delights at every turn. Interact with playful puppets, drift through the Ribbon Tunnel, gaze at kaleidoscope stars, and explore the Laser Garden. New for 2025, discover the Airquarium, Bubble Walk, and Submergence installations.

Enjoy seasonal street food, warming drinks, and joyful moments throughout the zoo. Whether it’s your first visit or a cherished tradition, there’s always something new to discover.

Tickets start from £12, and the most popular time slots sell out quickly. Every visit supports vital conservation, helping nature thrive both locally and worldwide.

Santa at Hayracks Farm in 2025

If you’re looking for a festive family day out, Hayrack Church Farm is the perfect place to kick off the Christmas fun! You and your little ones can meet Santa and his elves, receive early Christmas presents, and enjoy plenty of seasonal activities.

During your visit, you’ll get a table allocated just for your family for the full 3-hour session. While you’re there, you can take part in Christmas-themed crafts, make reindeer food, and write letters to Santa to post in his magical post box. The farm park is included in your ticket, so you can also visit the animals and explore the play areas.

Dates & Times:

Weekends: 6th–7th, 13th–14th, 20th–21st December
Weekdays: 22nd–23rd December & half-day on 24th December
Sessions: 9:30am–12:30pm & 1:30pm–4:30pm

Tickets:

Children: £24.95 (includes a gift bag with a free £7 farm park return pass)
Adults: £10
Under 1s: Free to visit Santa (baby presents £6, free pass not included)

Optional extras include buckets of feed bags for the animals, with stickers to decorate your bucket at booking. It’s a wonderful way to make festive memories and enjoy a fun, hands-on Christmas experience with the whole family!

Reindeer Lodge for the 2025 Christmas Season

Looking for an unforgettable Christmas adventure? Just 20 minutes from Chester and Wrexham, Santa has opened a Magical Portal to his hidden world, and he’s recruiting new elves for Christmas 2025!

Step into a fully immersive festive experience where you can meet mystical characters, learn the ways of Elfhood, discover how Christmas magic works, and meet Santa’s real reindeer. Take part in toy making, post your letters to Santa, and visit him in his stunning grotto – with a gift for every child!

What’s Included:

Arrival train ride through magical portals
Lakeside and woodland trail adventures
Reindeer meet-and-greet
Elfhood training and toy workshop fun
Letters to Santa at Elf Town Post Office
Theatre stage show and street performances
Explore the quirky Elf Town
One-on-one visit with Santa in his grotto

Optional extras include a Magical 4D VR Sleigh Ride, festive craft workshops, prize games, giant toasted marshmallows, hot chocolate, mulled wine, a licensed bar, festive food, and a gift shop. There are also plenty of souvenir photo opportunities to capture your family memories.

Tickets start from £29.50 per person (under 3s free). With limited tickets available, book now for this amazing, memory-making experience for all ages!

BeWILDerwood Christmas Adventure – Cheshire

Step into a magical Christmas woodland at BeWILDerwood, where festive fun comes alive for all ages! Explore the sparkly light trail, meet whimsical BeWILDerwood characters, and enjoy a mini pantomime as you make your way through the enchanted forest. Keep your eyes peeled, because Father Christmas is waiting to be spotted along the trail! Every child also receives a BeWILDerwood Christmas book to take home.

Key Info:

Dates & Times: 29th–30th November, 6th–7th, 13th–14th, 19th–23rd December 2025. Book a timeslot on arrival – 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, or 6pm.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
Ticket Price: £17.50 per person
Locations: BeWILDerwood Cheshire, Get Tickets Here.

Tickets are non-refundable – see full terms and conditions for details. This festive adventure is perfect for families looking for a magical woodland Christmas experience!

Breakfast with Santa At The Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa

Kick off your family’s Christmas celebrations in style at the Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa with a magical Breakfast with Santa! From 10am on select dates, Father Christmas and his festive elf will join you in the Grosvenor Suite for a fun-filled morning packed with delicious breakfast, festive stories, singing and dancing, and hands-on activities.