Oh no! While testing his brand-new Santa Jet Pack, Father Christmas has bumped his head and forgotten who he is. Join his three trusty elves, Perky Treacle Pot, Figgy Jingle Berry and Ellie Pickle Pants, on an adventure at Leeds Castle in Maidstone to help him remember and restore the magic of the festive season.  As the adventure concludes, enjoy the heartwarming finale from Hoopstar Theatrical and meet Father Christmas himself.
Please note: This is a separately ticketed experience, and a valid Leeds Castle admission ticket for the day of your visit is also required - it's not included with your Father Christmas ticket.

Prices
Father Christmas
Child: £22 (includes a goodie bag)
Adult: £5
Pre-booking advised

General Booking Tips
Each booking can be for up to 4 children and 2 adults per booking - more than 4 children need a second booking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can reschedule before your visit, subject to availability

Dates & Times
21st November to 24th December 2026
21st, 22nd November: 10am-3pm
28th & 29th November: 10am-3pm
4th December: 10.25am-3pm
5th and 6th December: 10am-3pm
11th December: 10.25am-3pm
12th and  13th December: 10am-3pm
14th to 18th December: 10.25am-3pm
19th to 24th December : 10am-3pm
Choose your arrival time when booking - session times vary by date.

Top Tip
Make a day of it! With your required Leeds Castle admission ticket, you can explore the Castle, gardens and grounds on the day of your visit. Even better, your ticket is valid for 12 months, so you can return again and again! They are purchased separately - see our main Leeds Castle listing for details.

Runtime & Schedule
Runtime: The experience takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour.
Schedule Note: Our calendar displays the full range of session times for each day. Entry is by timed arrival slot, and on busy days there may be a short wait. Arrive on site at least an hour before your timeslot; final entry to the castle is 2.30pm.

Accessibility
The Grotto is on one level and accessible to visitors with mobility needs. Please note that the historic Gatehouse entrance has uneven cobblestones.

Good To Know
The Father Christmas experience takes place in the Gatehouse on Castle Island - 30 minutes walk from the entrance. It is a group experience; visitors will share with up to 8 families. You do not get a personal visit with Father Christmas. Tickets are non-refundable; you may reschedule before your visit, subject to availability.

Age Guidance
3 to 10 years. You can buy a ticket for children under 3 years - let the organisers know at the time of booking for an alternative gift; however, they advise that they may not get the full benefit of the experience.

📍 Leeds Castle Visitor Details
Check out our main listing for Leeds Castle in Maidstone for more visitor info, including accessibility and parking. For more Christmas adventures at Leeds Castle, click the Events button under the listing's main image.

⭐ Ready to book? Click on the Website link above to go directly to the Father Christmas at Leeds Castle booking page ⭐

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Picture Credit: © Leeds Castle Foundation.

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