Santa's Grotto at Dover Castle
Dover Castle, Dover · 29 November to 21 December 2026
Image: Dover CastleSanta's Grotto runs at weekends at Dover Castle from 29 November to 21 December 2026. Children hear a group storytelling session around the Christmas tree, then meet Santa and receive a gift to unwrap in the grotto. Tickets are £9.50 per child, including one adult, and suit families with young children.
Highlights
- Group storytelling around the Christmas tree before meeting Santa
- Each child receives a gift to unwrap in the grotto
- £9.50 per child, including one adult; booking required
Getting there
Dover Castle, CT16 1HU
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Santa visits Dover Castle at weekends from 29 November to 21 December 2026. Families take part in a group storytelling session around the Christmas tree, followed by time with Santa, where each child receives a gift to unwrap in the grotto. Booking is required, with tickets from £9.50 per child including one adult.
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