Santa's Grotto at Folkestone Harbour Arm
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Folkestone · 5 December to 24 December 2026
Image: Folkestone Harbour ArmSanta's Grotto runs at Folkestone Harbour Arm on select dates from Friday 5 December to Christmas Eve 2026. The grotto sits inside the harbour's 19th-century building and includes festive characters and decorations. Families and younger children are the main audience, and booking is required.
Highlights
- Grotto inside the harbour's 19th-century building
- Free festive film on the outdoor screen
- Market stalls to browse afterwards
Getting there
Folkestone Harbour Arm, CT20 1QH
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Santa's grotto runs inside the 19th-century building on Folkestone Harbour Arm on select dates from Friday 5 December to Christmas Eve, with timed sessions and advance booking. Visitors can also watch a free festive film on the outdoor screen or browse the market stalls, making it suited to families.
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