Christmas at Betteshanger: trail and Father Christmas grotto
Betteshanger Country Park, Deal · 5 December to 24 December 2026
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Two festive activities at Betteshanger Country Park near Deal: a clue-solving Christmas trail through the park, and a visit to Father Christmas in his grotto. Book either or both.
Highlights
- Christmas clue trail through the park
- Meet Father Christmas in the grotto
- Two adults included with each child ticket
Good to know
- Book the trail and the grotto separately
Getting there
Betteshanger Country Park, Sandwich Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 0BF
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