Christmas on Swanage Pier 2026
Experience the magic of Christmas at Swanage Pier. Our festive 
Winter Wonderland returns with visits to Father Christmas in his magical grotto, Father Christmas's reindeer, much-loved Christmas donkeys, sparkling lights and festive entertainment for the whole family. Join us by the sea and create magical memories that will last a lifetime.
The Magic of Christmas at Swanage Pier
A visit to Santa's Grotto is the highlight of the season, giving children the chance to meet Father Christmas, share their Christmas wishes, and enjoy a festive experience they'll remember for years to come.
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What to Expect
From the moment you arrive at our Winter Wonderland, you'll be surrounded by twinkling lights, seasonal music and festive fun. Meet our friendly elves, capture family photos in Father Christmas's sleigh or our snowy mountain cable car, get creative in the Christmas craft corner and enjoy a range of festive games and activities. Write your Christmas wishes, post them in our magical post box, and then make your way to meet Father Christmas himself. 🎅🎄
Our festive fun days include all of the above, plus the chance to meet our adorable Christmas donkeys and Father Christmas's reindeer before they head off to deliver presents on Christmas Eve. Enjoy Kevin Burke's unique blend of Christmas entertainment, featuring dazzling magic, juggling and delightful balloon creations. Also returning for a second year is our Pier Christmas Choir, performing favourite festive classics and helping to get everyone into the Christmas spirit.
A truly magical Christmas experience awaits!
See why families return year after year. Here's what our visitors have to say:
“Absolutely worth every penny! The way the elves were able to personalise the experience for my daughter made it so special. We will definitely be back next year!”
"Lovely welcome and atmosphere! Staff and volunteers were so friendly and my granddaughter loved it. Thank you so much."
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Father Christmas Event Dates
🎅 Saturday 12 December - Festive Fun Day
- Meet Father Christmas and receive a special Christmas gift
- Winter Wonderland Christmas Marquee
- Christmas Donkeys - 11am - 4pm
- Kevin Burke's Magical Christmas Entertainment - 10.30am - 4.30pm
- Pier Christmas Choir
🎅 Sunday 13 December - Father Christmas's Grotto & Winter Wonderland Christmas Marquee
🎅 Saturday 19 December - Father Christmas's Grotto & Winter Wonderland Christmas Marquee
🎅 Sunday 20 December - Festive Fun Day
- Meet Father Christmas and receive a special Christmas gift
- Winter Wonderland Christmas Marquee
- Father Christmas's Reindeer - 11am - 4pm
- Kevin Burke's Magical Christmas Entertainment - 10.30am - 4.30-pm
- Pier Christmas Choir
🎅 Monday 21 December to Wednesday 23 December - Father Christmas's Grotto & Winter Wonderland Christmas Marquee
Ticket Prices
Father Christmas's Grotto & Winter Wonderland Christmas Marquee
- £13.00 per child (includes one accompanying adult)
- Additional adults: £3.00
Festive Fun Days (12 & 20 December)
- £15.00 per child (includes one accompanying adult)
- Additional adults: £3.00
(One Christmas gift is included with each paying child ticket).
What's Included in the Winter Wonderland Christmas Marquee?
- Meet Father Christmas and receive a special Christmas gift.
- Festive photo opportunities in Father Christmas's sleigh and snowy mountain cable car
- Christmas craft corner
- Festive games and activities
- Meet our friendly Christmas elves and festive characters
Santa's Grotto is suitable for children aged 2 to 10 years, although older children are welcome to enjoy the experience too. Children under 2 can accompany a ticket-holding child free of charge but will require a child ticket to receive a gift from Father Christmas.
