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Meet Father Christmas this winter at Cornwall’s top attractions

Posted in News by Lauren Webb on 7th November 2022

It’s every child’s dream at Christmas to meet Santa and tell him what’s on their wish list – and we’ve got a round up of the best Father Christmas experiences in Cornwall for 2022.

Here’s some of the best places to meet Santa Claus in 2022, from Lappa Valley to the Eden Project, from Newquay Zoo to Bodmin and Wenford Railway. Dates and opening times may vary so visitors are advised to check attraction websites before visiting.

These events are very popular and likely to book up fast, so do check availability as soon as possible. We will continue to update this page as we discover new events, so please do keep checking back for new information.

  • Santa’s Grotto at Paradise Park

    Make your child’s Christmas extra special with a visit to see Santa in his magical grotto! The dates are… weekends 10th & 11th, 17th & 18th and then Monday 19th through to Saturday 24th December 2022.

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  • Father Christmas visits The Lost Gardens of Heligan – Relaxed sessions

    Returning this year are our relaxed sessions to meet Father Christmas during the magical Heligan Night Garden. Tickets enable a visit to meet Father Christmas as well as to enjoy this enchanting lantern experience.

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  • Santa’s Grotto at Newquay Zoo

    Santa will be in his magical grotto at Newquay Zoo every day from 17 December to 24 December

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  • Breakfast with Santa at Newquay Zoo

    It wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to see Santa, and for the first time ever, Newquay Zoo are inviting children to come and enjoy breakfast with Santa at Newquay Zoo.

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  • Santa By Steam with Bodmin and Wenford Railway

    Enjoy a ride aboard a steam train before going to see Santa and receive a gift.

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  • Story Time With Santa at Bodmin and Wenford Railway

    Treat yourself to Story Time With Santa

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  • Exclusive Santa Experience at Bodmin and Wenford Railway

    Spoil yourself with a exclusive Santa Experience at Bodmin and Wenford Railway.

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  • Father Christmas at Lappa Valley

    All Aboard to enjoy the wonder and magic of Lappa Valley this Christmas time. Meet Father Christmas and his team of elves in his very special grotto, where they have a present for every child.

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