The magical Santa's grottos that you and the whole family will love this year
Get into the festive spirit and treat the kids to a trip to visit Santa's grotto! Here's our guide to some of the best grottos near you in 2018
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If you're wondering which Santa's grottos 2019 to visit, just take a look at our round-up of the most magical Santa's grottos across the UK ready for the festive season.
Nothing says 'Christmas' quite like taking your kids to visit Father Christmas in his twinkling Santa's grotto, or one of the many Santa's grottos around.
Plus if you don't yet know what to get them for the big holiday, this is a great chance to listen in so that you can start your Christmas shopping (opens in new tab) without having to wait them to finally give you their Christmas lists.
While it would be nice to ride a magic reindeer off to Lapland to visit Santa, it's easier and cheaper to take the family to visit him in their own home town!
Of course, you can probably find a classic Santa's grotto in your local Christmas markets (opens in new tab) but we've rounded up a few more options so that you've got a load of festive choices.
These are the most magical places your children can see Santa and experience a magical festive Santa's grotto in the UK this Christmas...
Find the best Santa's grottos in the UK by area
Have a magical Christmas!
Amy is Senior Digital Writer across Woman & Home, GoodTo and Woman, writing about everything from celebrity news to health, fashion and beauty features. When she isn't obsessing over the latest dress drop from Marks & Spencer, you'll most likely find Amy out running, or with a cup of tea in hand ready to dive into a gripping new Netflix series.
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