Father Christmas' Grotto

at Father Christmas in Bath
Bath Available from Fri 27 Nov to Wed 23 Dec

Inc. free gift for children

Limited dates remaining!

Book Father Christmas' Grotto tickets & enjoy magical Christmas activities in Bath

Father Christmas has found a festive new home in Bath! Head to the gardens of The Holburne Museum and step inside his cosy North Pole living room for a 20-minute experience filled with stories, songs, gifts and plenty of Christmas cheer.

  • Meet Father Christmas inside his cosy North Pole living room
  • Enjoy a 20-minute festive experience brought to life by professional actors and musicians
  • Meet Father Christmas' magical musical elf Sprinkles
  • Listen to a Christmas story and join in with a festive song
  • Take your own family photos and videos throughout the experience
  • Children and adults both receive a small gift to take home
  • Visit a purpose-built festive Grotto in the gardens of The Holburne Museum

More than a quick hello and photo, Father Christmas' Grotto brings the whole family into the story with professional performers, festive music and plenty of reasons to get excited for the big day.

Father Christmas' Grotto at The Holburne Museum in Bath

  • Dates: 27th November - 23rd December 2026
  • Age Suitability: Designed for ages 3 - 11 | The organiser also describes the experience as enjoyable for all ages
  • Duration: Approximately 20 minutes
  • Location: The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB
  • Tickets Include: Father Christmas experience, story, song, meet and greet, photo opportunity and a small gift for children and adults
  • Please Note: All adults and children entering the Grotto must have a ticket

Meet Father Christmas, hear a festive story & take home a Christmas gift - included in your tickets!

Step inside Father Christmas' cosy North Pole living room, where the elves need a little help gently waking him up. Then settle in for the story of their plans to make Christmas extra special.

  • Father Christmas: Meet Father Christmas as part of your 20-minute festive experience
  • Elf Sprinkles: Meet the magical musical elf and join in with the Christmas fun
  • Festive Story: Listen to the story of Father Christmas and the elves' plans for Christmas
  • Christmas Song: Join the professional performers and musicians for some festive music
  • Photo Opportunity: Take your own family photograph with Father Christmas and Elf Sprinkles
  • Photos & Videos: Capture your own pictures and videos throughout the performance
  • Children's Gift: Every child receives a small gift to take home
  • Something for Grown-Ups: Adults receive a small gift from the welcome elves too

Warm up at Father Christmas' Café after your Grotto visit

Keep the festive fun going before or after your Grotto experience with a visit to Father Christmas' Café in the grounds of The Holburne Museum.

Warm up with hot chocolate topped with cream and marshmallows, coffee or tea, or tuck into festive treats, cakes, sweet snacks and light bites. Grown-ups can even add a splash of Baileys to their hot chocolate.

Book Father Christmas' Grotto tickets today and get ready for stories, songs, festive surprises and a very important meeting with Father Christmas himself!

Location

The Holbourne Museum

Great Pulteney St,
Bathwick,
Bath,
Somerset,
BA2 4DB
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How to find us

Father Christmas in Bath takes place in the grounds of The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB.

  • By car: Use BA2 4DB for your sat nav. The museum has a pay-and-display car park, but the organiser warns this can get very busy and recommends considering alternative parking.
  • By train: Bath Spa railway station is around a 15-minute walk from The Holburne Museum.
  • By bus: The Holburne Museum is within walking distance of central Bath's transport links and Park & Ride stops.
  • By foot: Walk along Great Pulteney Street from central Bath. The Holburne Museum is around a 10-minute walk from the city centre. Once inside the grounds, follow signs to the Grotto.
Facilities
  • Fully accessible event site
  • Accessible toilets inside The Holburne Museum
  • Gender-neutral, male and female toilets inside the museum
  • Additional toilets in the park behind the Grotto
  • Pay-and-display museum car park, although spaces are expected to be busy
  • Father Christmas' Café in the museum grounds
  • Hot drinks, festive treats, cakes, snacks and light bites available to purchase
  • Breakfast and lunch available from the museum café
More Info
What age is Father Christmas' Grotto suitable for?

Father Christmas' Grotto is suitable for ages 3–11.

Is there food and drink at Father Christmas' Grotto?

Yes. Father Christmas' Café serves hot chocolate, coffee, tea, festive treats, cakes, sweet snacks and light bites. Breakfast and lunch can also be purchased from The Holburne Museum café.

How long is Father Christmas' Grotto?

Father Christmas' Grotto lasts approximately 20 minutes.

Can I take photos at Father Christmas' Grotto?

Yes. Visitors are encouraged to take photos and videos throughout Father Christmas' Grotto, including taking their own photo with Father Christmas and Elf Sprinkles.

What do Father Christmas' Grotto tickets include?

Father Christmas' Grotto tickets include a 20-minute experience with professional actors and musicians, a meet and greet with Father Christmas, a festive story and song, the chance to take your own photograph with Father Christmas and Elf Sprinkles, and a small gift for children and adults.

Is Father Christmas in Bath wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Father Christmas in Bath at The Holburne Museum is fully accessible. Accessible toilets are available inside the main museum.

Does Father Christmas in Bath offer carer tickets? If so, how do I book a carer ticket?

Yes. Father Christmas in Bath offers free adult tickets for carers. Contact the organiser directly to arrange a carer ticket.

Can I take photos at Father Christmas in Bath?

Yes. Families are encouraged to take photos and videos during the Father Christmas in Bath performance, including taking their own photograph with Father Christmas and Elf Sprinkles.

Can I get a refund for Father Christmas in Bath?

Tickets for Father Christmas in Bath are non-refundable once purchased. Exchanges to another time slot may be considered subject to availability and at the Grotto's discretion, with requests made in writing by email at least 48 hours in advance.

Are these the cheapest tickets for Father Christmas in Bath?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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