Delapré Abbey welcomes families for SEND-friendly Santa's Grotto Experiences this Christmas

Families are invited to enjoy a more relaxed festive experience this Christmas as Delapré Abbey hosts SEND-friendly Santa's Grotto experiences, offering dedicated sessions for those who would prefer a quieter and calmer visit.

Children can meet Santa and his elves and share their Christmas wishes. | Kirsty Edmonds

placeholder image — Children can meet Santa and his elves and share their Christmas wishes. | Kirsty Edmonds

Taking place on Sunday 13th December between 10AM and 12PM, the sessions provide an opportunity for children and their families to enjoy the magic of meeting Santa in a more relaxed setting, with time and space to explore at their own pace.

With one family meeting Santa during each 10-minute session, the experience is designed to offer a quieter atmosphere, allowing children to enjoy their visit in a way that feels comfortable for them.

Santa Claus will be visiting Delapré Abbey during November and December. | Kirsty Edmonds

There's plenty to discover beyond the grotto, too. Families can enjoy a festive hot chocolate at the hot chocolate station, meet Santa's elves busy in their workshop and take part in a variety of festive arts and crafts activities.

Each child's visit includes a 10-minute meeting with Santa, a special Christmas gift, and plenty of photo opportunities to remember the experience by.

Families are encouraged to arrive around 30 minutes before their booked appointment to make the most of the additional activities on offer.

Tickets cost £15 per child and £5 per adult, with one carer admitted free alongside a paying adult.

Whether it's a first visit to Santa or a much-loved Christmas tradition, Delapré Abbey’s SEND-friendly Santa's Grotto sessions offer families the opportunity to enjoy a little festive magic in a setting where a calmer experience is at the heart of the visit.

Book your visit:

Tickets are available now via Delapré Abbey’s website: ticketsource.com/delapre-abbey/send-santas-grotto-experience/p-gljja

Delapré Abbey is also hosting a number of other Santa’s Grotto sessions throughout November and December, as well as dedicated babies-in-arms sessions and the return of Santa Paws, providing festive photo opportunities for families.

For more information and to book, please visit delapreabbey.org/whats-on.