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Meet Santa

Date: 22 October 2026

Bring your children along for a visit to see Santa they will never forget at Saxon Weald's enchanting grotto.

Meet Santa

When: 

Wednesday 9 December

 

Where: 

Saxon Weald House, 38-42 Worthing Road, Horsham, RH12 1DT

 

What’s on offer:

This year, children will have the opportunity to spend time with Santa in his workshop, and join him for a very special story time. They’ll also be able to take part in some festive activities and enjoy some seasonal treats.

 

Before families leave, they’ll be able to snap a photo with Santa in his grotto. Each child up to the age of 12 will also receive a small gift to remember the experience.

 

There will be a selection of seasonal refreshments and sweet treats on offer. Please let us know if you or your child has any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking.

 

You can also email [email protected] with any special adjustments you require on the day. We will do our best to meet them.

 

The event is completely free, however, booking is required. Please use the links below to book your slot:

 

2pm - 3pm

3:30pm - 4:30pm

5pm - 6pm

6:30pm - 7:30pm

 

If you have any trouble booking a slot online, please call 01403 226000 and one of the team will be happy to help.

 

 

Terms and conditions apply:

  • Our ‘Meet Santa’ event is for Saxon Weald residents only.
  • Visits to see Santa are completely free but must be booked in advance.
  • Slots are available on a first come, first served basis and will secure your arrival time.
  • To ensure Santa can see as many children as possible, only one session can be booked per household, and for a maxium of four children. Saxon Weald reserves the right to cancel sessions if more than one has been booked per household.
  • A ticket must be booked for each child attending. Please include their name and age on the booking form.
  • Adults do not need to book a space, but there is a maximum of two adults per family.
  • This year, there will not be individual meet and greets with Santa. However, you will be able to take a personal photo with him and your family before your session ends.
  • You can arrive anytime within your booked session, but your time with Santa and in our grotto will finish at the end of the hour slot.
  • Each child under the age of 12 will receive one gift. Please include the age of your child(ren) attending to ensure a suitable gift is provided. Gifts cannot be exchanged with Saxon Weald for a cash alternative.
  • Saxon Weald does not accept responsibility for residents’ children whilst on our premises. All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Young children must always be supervised by an adult.
  • As this is a family event, adults must be accompanied by a child to attend.


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