Christmas is a magical time for kids and meeting Father Christmas is a highlight of the year for little ones.  There are lots of Christmas experiences, Santa’s Grotto and special events on all around Lancashire from Blackpool to Preston and beyond.

Prices and activities vary greatly so we’ve rounded up a good selection of what’s on and where to visit Santa in Lancashire in 2025  For more festive experiences, further afield check out the Cheshire & Manchester Santa Grotto guide.

Where to Meet Father Christmas in Lancashire 2025

Blackpool Pleasure Beach – Visit Santa Claus at the Christmas Wonderland Grotto. (Blackpool)

Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm – Farmer Christmas returns for a spectacular walking adventure through Santa’s winter wonderland and lots of great Christmas activities (Ormskirk)

Mrs Downsons Farm Park – Christmas at the farm is an immersive adventure based on the original magical Father Christmas.(Clayton-le-Dale)

Ribby Hall Village – Enjoy a personal meet and greet with the big man & complete your passport for a special Santa stamp!

West Lancs Railway Santa Specials – Take a short ride on a Santa Special steam train to Toyland, & meet Father Christmas! 

Santa Trail at Windmill Animal Farm – Your Santa train ticket includes full access to all the farm attractions.

East Lancashire Railway – Santa Specials are back for 2025. Immerse yourself into the festive atmosphere as you take a steam train trip with a host of happy elves and Father Christmas himself.

Knowsley Safari – (Prescot) tbc

Ribble Steam Railway & Museum – Santa Special steam train rides tbc (Preston) tbc

Santa Camp – at Wayfarer field (Wigan) tbc

Greenlands Farm Village – tbc

Brockholes – tbc

WWT Martin Mere – tbc

Haigh Woodland Park – tbc

Hoghton Tower – tbc

Dobbies Preston – tbc

Lytham Hall – tbc

Coral Island Blackpool – tbc

Fishergate – tbc

Barton Grange Garden Centre – tbc