Where to see Santa in Derbyshire and the Peak District this Christmas

The Polar Express at Churnet Valley Railway

8 November – 23 December 2025 Bringing the joy and spirit of Christmas to all the good boys and girls again this year. Board the THE POLAR EXPRESS™ and take a magical ride to meet Santa. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Matlock Farm Park

Relaxed Santa Experience 23 & 29 November 2025 An ideal experience for children/adults with autism and other learning difficulties, the Relaxed Santa Experience offers space to interact with Santa in a sensitive environment that will tailor to your needs. Your loved one will also be able to select a gift of their choosing from Santa, with sensory items available.

Breakfast with Santa 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th & 21st December 2025 Including entry to Matlock Farm Park, make Christmas extra special for your loved ones. Your day will start with a group welcome from Santa and a delicious breakfast served in their Garden Room Café.

Take a look at all of their festive events coming up!

Breakfast with Santa at the World of Wedgewood

29th, 30th November, 19th December 2025 Enjoy an incredible continental breakfast spread, including pastries and fruit with a choice of your main breakfast! Your little ones will then get to visit Santa and receive a special gift that they will cherish! Tickets are almost sold out, so book now!

Santas Winter Hideaway at Creswell Crags 

29 November, 6, 13 and 20 December 2025 Santa is visiting Creswell Crags once again this year, but this time you will be journeying into Creswell Crags’ largest cave and meet him in his Ice Age hideaway! Receive gifts and spend time with family after following festive tales about the Ice Age. Accessing the cave involves steps, uneven surfaces, and low ceilings, so please get in touch before booking if you are concerned about you or your child accessing the cave. Book now!

Breakfast with Santa at Renishaw Hall 

6, 7, 13, 14 December 2025 Renishaw Hall becomes a beautiful festive canvas this Christmas and what better way to celebrate than enjoying a full English breakfast with Santa himself in this splendid setting. Wrap up warm and explore their award-winning gardens at wintertime to enhance your visit and further experience the seasonal period at Renishaw Hall & Gardens. Book now!

Santas Enchanted Christmas at Bluebell’s Dairy Farm 

Selected Dates 29 November to 24 December 2025 Witness the enchantment as Santa descends makes his grand entrance out of a giant chimney! It’s a moment of pure magic, perfect for creating cherished memories with family and friends! Book now to secure your spot.

North Pole Adventure at National Forest Adventure Farm Park 

29 November – 24 December 2025 (selected dates only) Families can experience many festive activities through the North Pole portal, such as exploring the Victorian High Street complete with sweet shop and pub, meeting the interactive talking Polar Bear under the Northern Lights, Visit Father Christmas himself and pay a visit to the elves' workshop to collect a gift, and so much more! Book now!

Crazy golf with Santa at Bonkers Golf

21 December 2025 Offering 20% discount if booked before 1st December, crazy golf at Bonkers Illumination Golf is inviting you for breakfast and a game of crazy golf. Santa will greet you at the first hole with presents and hopefully grant you good luck! Book now!

Storytime with Father Christmas at Chatsworth

6 – 14 December 2025 (on selected dates) Through December, Father Christmas will captivate little ears with the story of the first Christmas. Children will then be able to help the elves make some reindeer food and receive a small gift to take home. Tickets must be booked in advance.

Father Christmas at Bolsover Castle

Weekends from 30 November - 22 December 2025 Join Father Christmas at the castle for a magical start to the festive season. Tickets for Father Christmas cost £9.50 per child in advance, for members and non-members. Non-members will also need to purchase a ticket for the castle itself.

Santa Specials at Peak Rail

Selected Weekends & Weekdays between 6 – 24 December 2025 Santa and his Railway Helpers invite you to get Christmas off to a magical start by riding Santa’s festive steam train, through the delightful Derbyshire countryside. Come onboard and meet Santa on a heritage steam train – book early to avoid disappointment.

Santa’s Enchanted Journey at Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

End of November - 24 December 2025 Santa’s Enchanted Journey – a festive steam ride for all the family to enjoy at the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway. A beautiful steam train with festive cheer, magic, hot chocolate, and warmth and of course Santa and his Elves. Book now!

Christmas with The Great British Car Journey

Enjoy Breakfast with Santa on 29 November 2025, including a yummy breakfast of your choice, meet Santa visiting all the way from the North Pole and leave with a special gift to take home with you! Book now!

Festive Breakfast and Meet Father Christmas at Cromford Mills

29 November - 14 December 2025 Including a yummy breakfast at Wheatcroft's Cafe, introduce your little one to the true magic of Christmas! Write your own Christmas scroll and follow a festive trail and meet Santa in his cosy workshop, with a present to welcome you into excitement and anticipation!

Santa’s Woodland Grotto at Tropical Butterfly House

6 – 24 December 2025 This brand-new festive experience, as well as Santa himself, a whole host of much-loved familiar faces will be stopping by the wildlife park to make your family day out merry and bright! Capture a moment of wild winter wonder as you wander along the woodland walk to meet Santa and his helper in his enchanting Woodland Grotto. With many different characters making appearances on different days, it’s a day your loved ones won’t forget! Book now!