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Our pick of where to meet Santa in Oxfordshire this Christmas
Have they been naughty, or have they been nice?
For children, one of the highlights of the festive season has to be a visit to see Father Christmas himself, a.k.a. Santa Claus, in his grotto IRL, ho-ho-hoing and dishing out gifts.
And, as all the little ones have been extra nice this year, we’re putting together this growing list of where to meet Santa in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this Christmas.
Make sure you’re not caught short. There’s only so much Santa to go around, so it’s more important than ever to book your kids a slot with ol’ Saint Nick in advance to avoid tears and tantrums.
Millets Farm Centre, Frilford
Santa’s Grotto will be coming to Millets Farm Centre this winter, and their team of elves have been working extra hard this year to put together a new magical experience for everyone to enjoy.
Yarnton Home & Garden, Kidlington
Begin the festive season with a visit to Yarnton Garden Christmas Grotto! Pick up your Christmas Passport, take a journey under twinkling lights before meeting Father Christmas, and a little magic awakens.
Oxford Castle & Prison, Oxford
Santa has stepped away from his busy workshop to meet you at Oxford Castle & Prison! Make some magical reindeer food, create your own Christmas decoration, and meet the big man himself. And there’s a little something for the grown-ups too!
Westgate Shopping Centre, Oxford
This year, Westgate is hosting ‘Believe - Santa’s Magical Reindeer Grotto’ – children will be entertained by a very special reindeer Norbert, they’ll make reindeer food in readiness for Christmas Eve, and they’ll have a one to one with Santa! All children will receive a wrapped gift of an age-appropriate book to take home.
Hotel Du Vin, Henley
As part of Henley’s Christmas Festival on 26 November, Tom Ryan and Paula Price-Davies have arranged for a very special guest at the Hotel Du Vin – Santa Claus himself. Thanks to local support, this Santa’s Grotto is free to all, with a gift for every child.
Cogges Manor Farm, Witney
Come and meet Father Christmas at Cogges Manor Farm on Sundays 28 November and 05, 12 and 19 December between 10.00am and 4.00pm. The session will include a craft activity, a story with Father Christmas and a small gift for every child.
Fairytale Farm, Southcombe, Chipping Norton
This is a relaxed and personal visit to the Grotto, with time for your entire family to meet and greet Santa. Santa is just how you would expect him to be – magical, very friendly and wanting to spend time chatting with your little ones before giving each of them a wrapped present.
Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot

Steam into Christmas at Didcot Railway Centre
Climb aboard a train of vintage carriages with a private compartment for each group and listen for the whistle and whoosh of steam as the train sets off on a journey to meet Father Christmas. Santa is letting his reindeer take a rest ahead of Christmas Eve, and he will be on a special train full of presents in a wonderfully decorated Victorian station.
Looking for more festive things to do? See our full guide to Christmas in Oxfordshire.
The post Where to meet Santa in Oxford and across Oxfordshire in 2022 appeared first on The Oxford Magazine.
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