Over the past 13 years, we have visited many, many Santas. In our house, we believe that you only meet the real Father Christmas once and you never know when that will be. All of the others are just helpers.
While I do believe that we shouldn't put too much pressure on ourselves to book the best Santa or feel like we have to, it is still a question that comes up time and time again so I thought I would share some ideas for where to book this year.
This post shares some of the best places to see Santa in North East England. Of course, there is only one Santa but did you know he pops up across the city in lots of different forms?
This year you can meet Geordie Santa, Scientist Santa, Storytelling Santa and more......
If you're looking for more festive ideas, make sure you check out this post too: 20+ North East Christmas Events to Book Now
1 - 🧑🎄🖤🤍 The Geordie Santa
📍A Canny Christmas Grotto at Discovery Museum, Newcastle
🫰 £16.99 per person when you use the limited earlybird code JOLLYROBIN (£18.99 thereafter)
Includes: A hot chocolate, sweet treat and festive crafts for all in attendance plus a personal visit for your group to Santa’s Geordie Grotto with Black & White elves and a gift for every child. A 40 minute experience and you’re welcome to enjoy the rest of the museum before and after your experience (within opening hours).
🎟️Book here: https://www.northeastmuseums.org.uk/discoverymuseum/whats-on/a-canny-christmas-grotto
2 - 🧑🎄📖 Storytelling Santa
🫰 From £10.50 per child, £4.50 per adult (+bf)
Includes: A 35-40 minute group storytelling session in Santa’s Festive Tipi in the heart of Newcastle’s Christmas Village. Expect festive colouring, magical interaction with elves and a funny Santa who is loved by adults and children alike. Children can pose for photos with Santa as he wanders around the tipi and will receive a ‘nice list’ certificate.
🎟️Book here: https://www.christmasvillagenewcastle.co.uk/
3 - 🧑🎄🧪Scientist Santa
🫰 £26 per person
The Santa Experience includes:
- What Santa Sees. This is a gorgeous animated show taking place in a 360 degree dome where you can join Santa as he flies around the globe on Christmas Eve. It’s magical!
- Hot chocolate and sweet treat with Santa’s Elves
- A visit to Santa’s House where you can enjoy interactive festive science experiments with Santa and his elves including what to do with all of those spouts!
- A Christmas gift from Santa for every child
- A full day experience with entry to the full wider museum included on the day of your visit to enjoy before & after your Santa experience.
🎟️Book here: https://www.life.org.uk/whats-on/event/the-santa-experience/
4 - 🧑🎄🍳 Breakfast with Santa
🫰 £14.95 adults, £11.95 under 12s / family ticket £49
Includes: A full English breakfast for all guests with unlimited tea and coffee for adults and unlimited juice for kids. Followed by a personal trip to visit Santa in his magical grotto with his elves with a small gift for children.
🎟️Book here: https://www.facebook.com/caledonianhotelnewcastle/events
Call 0191 2817881 or email events@caledonian-hotel-newcastle.com
5 - National Trust Santa
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Santa loves to make the most of his National Trust membership and will be dropping by some of his favourite spots in the North East to spread some festive magic to visitors in the build up to Christmas.
You can book to visit Santa in the Stables at Gibside or just drop in and catch Santa walking around the house at Wallington which is perfect for those unable to book ahead.
6 - Visit Santa on a Farm : Full Day Enchanted Elf Experience at Whitehouse Farm
This is a premium full-day experience with lots included including a Teddy Bear Making Workshop, Elf School, Mrs Claus’ Bakery, Personal Visit with Father Christmas, Festive Tractor Ride and more. Wheelchair accessible and suitable for children/adults with additional needs (sensory rooms & quiet spaces are available).
Find out more and book: https://whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk/events/santas-enchanted-elf-journey-2025/
Find out more and book: https://whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk/events/santas-enchanted-elf-journey-2025/
7 - Adults Go FREE Santa
Gosforth Civic Theate will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland and children are invited to enjoy a special storytime with Santa. A small gift is included and relaxed sessions are available.
📍Gosforth Civic Theatre
🫰£15 per child (2 adults go free)
🎟️ Book here: https://www.gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk/whats-on/spend-your-christmas-at-gosforth-civic-theatre/storytime-with-santa
8 - Low Cost Relaxed Santa in Northumberland
Festive Tales at Woodhorn Museum
I feel like this experience ticks all of the boxes for those wanting a traditional Father Christmas experience:
Storytime with Santa
Photo Opportunity
Festive Crafts 
An Early Christmas Gift from Father Christmas 
Indoor Experience 
Accessible with Daily Relaxed Sessions, Carers Go Free & Changing Places Toilet All of the above is included for less than £10 per child.
11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00 (relaxed session). Step into the magic of Christmas with Festive Tales – a heartwarming experience where children can meet Father Christmas, share their Christmas wishes, and take home an early gift. Each 30-minute group session includes a cosy festive story time and the chance to have your photograph taken with Father Christmas.
Relaxed Sessions are available each day for families who prefer a more informal and quieter festive experience.It's £9 per child with no charge for adults (although adults do require a museum annual pass which is £11 - kids annual passes are FREE).
9 - Santa with a Light Trail
Did you know, Santa loves a light trail? He'll be stopping by AGLOW in Bishop Auckland this year and you can visit his workshop too (all included with your ticket).
This festive light trail receives rave reviews. Here's what to expect this year:
A dazzling light trail around the grounds of Auckland Palace:
✨One of the largest light installations in the country
💫A 1.5-mile-long festive light trail
🎄One of the tallest Christmas trees in the North of England – standing over 30 metres high!
⭐Experience the Tunnel of Light - the longest outdoor light tunnel in the region
🌟Eplore dozens of breathtaking installations
Lots of treats:
🍕 A delicious array of independent food stalls
🍷 Mulled wine and hot chocolates for sale
Festive fun:
🎅 Santa Claus himself will be making a special stop at AGLOW, along with his team of merry elves (every 30 minutes from 5pm)
🧝♂️Be sure to visit Santa’s workshop, where little ones can enjoy an all singing, all dancing fabulous show
📮 And don't miss the North Pole where you can write a letter to Santa and pop it in the special North Pole mailbox
Find out more and book your tickets: https://aucklandaglow.org/plan-your-visit/
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