As the festive season approaches, Berkshire transforms into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive cheer, and—of course—plenty of opportunities to meet Father Christmas! Whether you're looking for a magical grotto experience, a cozy storytime with Santa, or a chance to explore his enchanted woodland home, there’s something special for everyone. In this guide, we’ve rounded up the best places across Berkshire where you and your little ones can meet Father Christmas, making it easy to plan a magical day out full of Christmas wonder. Get ready to create unforgettable memories as you discover where Santa will be spreading his festive cheer this year!

Visit Father Christmas in Windsor

Clewer & Dedworth Together bring you the annual Christmas Fair on Sunday 23rd November at the Pirate Park on Dedworth Road. Expect stalls, food and drink, and Father Christmas of course! More info here.

Santa is visiting Windsor On Ice this Christmas! If you would like to meet Santa and give him your Christmas list, make sure you visit on the 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st or 24th of December! For ticket info, click here.

Step into a cosy winter wonderland at Daniel of Windsor, where Santa's Grotto awaits. Meet Santa’s friendly elf, share your Christmas wishes, and enjoy a heart warming chat with Santa himself! Click here for more info and to book.

Breakfast with Santa at Crocus at Dorney Court, enjoy a delicious breakfast before our elves take you to meet Santa. Children will have chat about their Christmas wish and there will be an opportunity to have a photo with Santa and then he will present them with a small gift. Book your place here.

Visit Father Christmas in Slough

Panto Express with Father Christmas at Bucks Railway - see Father Christmas whilst enjoying a steam train ride AND watch a pantomime – all in one amazing Christmas experience! This year, it’s bigger and better than ever! Slough Rocks has more information and how to book.

Visit Santa at Davies Brothers Nursery in Burnham, we have introduced a new booking system and are getting booked up fast! Head to Slough Rocks for more info and how to book.

Visit Father Christmas in Maidenhead

Our much-loved Christmas event at Stubbings Nursery in Maidenhead is back! Join us this festive season for Breakfast with Santa. Treat the kids to a magical morning with a special festive breakfast they won’t forget! Find out more and book here! 

Visit Father Christmas in Wokingham

On Sunday 30th November the Wokingham Winter Carnival brings you a whole host of street entertainers, music, singing, dancing and the fun of the fair with loads of different rides, whether you’re young or old. Santa will be in his grotto and for lunch there are stalls offering an amazing choice of food and drink. More info on the Wokingham Rocks website.

At Holme Grange Craft Village our elves are currently working hard to put on an event full of merriment and cheer. One thing is for certain, there will be music, crafts, shopping and an opportunity to visit Santa. Head to the Wokingham Rocks website for more info,

Visit Father Christmas in Reading

Oh what fun it is to experience Christmas at the zoo! Santa and his Elves are coming to Beale Park and they’re bringing all the magic with them. Santa Claus is coming to the zoo! Come and meet him and his Elves as you enjoy all the Christmas festivities going on around the park. Book here!

Reading's Winter Wonderland is a full family day out with amusement rides, ice skating rink, Santa's Grotto, fun fair and alpin ski lodges. Taking place from 8th November - 4th January, 11am - 10pm.  Find all the details here

Visit Father Christmas in Hook, Hampshire

Every year Santa visits the farm at Miller's Ark, and this year he is coming back for 6 special days, so no small people miss him at the farm! Santa and his elf will be in his Magical Grotto for children wanting to see him and receive a present, at an additional charge of £8 per child (pre booked). Adults who have paid the £14 farm entry fee are welcome to accompany their children and enjoy the Magical Grotto experience without further charge. Find out more

If you are looking for a festive event, but don't want to meet Father Christmas, there are lots of ideas on Windsor Rocks, remember, you can find activities by day, age, cost, distance and more.

We hope you all have a very merry Christmas!! x