Father Christmas at Wrest Park

DATE

Weekends from 29 Nov - 21 Dec 2025 

TIME

10.20, 11.00, 11.40, 12.20, 13.40, 14.20, 15.00

LOCATION

Wrest Park 

SUITABLE FOR

Children

Join Father Christmas at Wrest Park this winter for a magical way to start the festive season.

Father Christmas is taking time out of his busy festive schedule to tell some of his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree. After the group storytelling session, you and your children will meet the man himself, with the chance to take photographs and make memories to treasure. Father Christmas will also give every child a traditional present to unwrap.

To make sure there’s room for everyone, only one adult is allowed to accompany each child. Father Christmas needs to start the sessions on time, so please arrive at least 15 minutes before your slot.

We recommend pre-booking your Father Christmas tickets to avoid disappointment. Some tickets may be available on the day depending on capacity.

Sessions will take place at 10.20am, 11am, 11.40am, 12:20pm, 13.40pm, 14.20pm and 3pm.

Quiet Sessions with Father Christmas will take place on Saturday 29 November at 10.20am and Saturday 6 December at 3pm. Quiet Sessions are aimed at visitors who will benefit from a more relaxed visit with Father Christmas. During these sessions, there will be reduced capacity, allowing for more time, and a calmer experience. This includes the group storytelling session and a small present.

Accessibility information

  • Click here to find out more about accessibility at this event

    There are six steps to meet Father Christmas in the Countess's Sitting Room, but step-free access is available via the ramp through the Print room. The ramp is 935mm wide. One of Father Christmas's elves will be on hand to help anyone who needs to take a step-free route. The lift into the Mansion House is currently out of order for the weekend of 29 and 30 November, but we aim to get it back working as soon as possible.

    For further information about accessibility at Wrest Park, please visit the Wrest Park access webpage.

    Cushions on the floor are provided for children to sit on with seating for adults available at the back of the room.

Prices

Type Price
Member (Child) £9.50
Child, 5-17 years £9.50

Price Notes

There's an extra charge to visit Father Christmas.

Book early to get guaranteed entry and 15% off the ticket price.

How to book

Click the ‘Book Tickets’ button above and select your chosen date. Click continue and then add your ticket to see Father Christmas on the ‘Combination offer’ tab. Please bring your booking confirmation with you on the day. If you’re a member, you’ll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.

How to find us

Property: Wrest Park
Address: Silsoe, MK45 4HR
Location: Bedfordshire, East of England

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