There are plenty of festive grottos in and around Birmingham where Santa will be meeting his little fans this Christmas.
Father Christmas and his cheeky elves have been busy all year round with making presents for the boys and girls on his nice list and now, it's finally time to meet and greet the big man himself in person.
Families can get into the Christmas spirit together and a take a trip to a magica Santa's grotto near you. With beautifully decorated grotto’s to incredible Christmas shows and even dining with Santa, there are many ways for your little children to enjoy Father Christmas' company in the city.
So, if you are all ready to go on a festive trip fun for the entire family, here are eight places you’re sure to meet Santa Claus this Christmas:
5. Meet Santa and Friends at Bullring
Take your little ones along to meet the star of the show, Santa, at Bullring. You can join Santa and Mrs Claus for a spectacular Christmas breakfast at San Carlo Fumo, on level 4, filled with treats. Plus, little ones will receive a personalised gift from Santa. This is suitable for children aged 2–10 years, and breakfast with Santa is an experience for the whole family. Tickets cost £35 per person. Dates - 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 18 & 19 December | Anoo - stock.adobe.com
6. Meet Father Christmas at Winter Funland at the NEC
UK’s largest indoor Christmas funfair will return to Birmingham NEC from 8th December 2023 to 1st January 2024. Expect plenty of Christmas magic, with an amazing fun fair and even Father Christmas will be in attendance. Grotto visits are just £7 per child including a gift (includes 1 free adult per paying child). | Winter Funland at the NEC
7. See Santa at Blakesley Hall
Meet Santa in the Little Parlour and see Blakesley Hall dressed for Christmas between December 9-10. Each child visiting Santa gets an activity pack to make a Christmas card at home. You can also write a letter to Santa and post it in our Christmas Polar post box. All children visiting Santa receive a small Christmas gift. You can also explore the Christmas Craft Market from 11am-4pm with a wide range of locally made crafts and gifts on offer. Family ticket £30 – admits up to 6 people per ticket. | Unsplash
8. Christmas Bricktacular at LEGOland and meet Santa
Get into the festive spirit at the ultimate LEGO Christmas adventure! There's several great activities that they have got planned including a meeting with a LEGO Santa in his awesome new home, building a Christmas tree and more. This will run from 25th November - 24th December. You can also meet Santa and his cheeky elves - who will be waiting in their magical winter wonderland. Santa's grotto is located a three-minute walk across the canal at the National SEA LIFE Birmingham and prior booking is recommended. Santa will be present on certain dates only. | Legoland Discovery Centre