Where to see Santa in Basingstoke and Deane

Looking for the best places to see Santa in Basingstoke and Deane this Christmas?  

Whether you're searching for a Santa experience in Basingstoke town centre, Oakley, Overton, Tadley or the surrounding Hampshire countryside, there’s festive fun to suit all ages. From magical Santa's grottos and festive breakfasts to immersive Christmas adventures, there are plenty of ways to meet Father Christmas and make special memories in the run-up to Christmas day. We've rounded up the best places to see Father Christmas in Basingstoke and Deane for 2026. 

Most Santa experiences in Basingstoke and Deane release tickets in autumn and popular weekend slots often sell out well before December. If you have a preferred venue or date, book as early as possible. 

Best for immersive festive experiences in Basingstoke and Deane 

The Magical Christmas Adventure at Four Kingdoms 

Create incredible memories for all the family and step into an unforgettable three-hour immersive theatrical Christmas adventure at Four Kingdoms. Each ticket includes a personalised visit with Santa, a guided live theatrical performance, interactive festive activities, North Pole sets and characters and children can even choose their own toy from Santa’s toyshop. 

On arrival you will take off from Four Kingdoms in Santa’s spaceship and journey through magical worlds to make your way towards the North Pole, arriving at a twinkling forest trail leading to Santa’s cosy cabin for an unrushed private visit with Father Christmas. The festive experiences continue with a wander through a world of magical walkthroughs, filled with surprises, areas to make, taste and explore and take photos before heading back home to Four Kingdoms aboard the North Pole Express. 

Different ticket options available, Classic Christmas adventure from £35 per person. Toddler sessions from £29.95 and VIP experiences from £90. Toddler friendly and SEND experiences available. Pre-book tickets from Saturday 22 November to Wednesday 24 December. 

Christmas show experience – Mrs Christmas’s Christmas List  

Get swept up in the magic of Mrs Christmas’s Christmas List, a brand new immersive Christmas show from Scratchbuilt productions and Proteus. It’s so much more than a show you simply watch – is a magical, hilarious and interactive world you step into, an adventure for all the family. 

Audiences move through beautifully designed Christmas workshop sets in this walk-through adventure meeting characters along the way. The show itself is specially crafted for the youngest theatre-goers (but older and younger siblings are very welcome) to create magical ‘Christmassy’ core memories that will last a lifetime. 

General tickets from £10 per person. Relaxed performances are £12.50 per person, while under-two sessions cost £12.50 for one child and one grown-up. Pre-book tickets from Saturday 5 December to Thursday 24 December 2026. Different ticket options available including adapted performances for zero to two years old, a relaxed performance and breakfast with Father Christmas which includes VIP storytime. 

Traditional Santa grottos in Basingstoke and Deane 

Milestones Museum 

Make Christmas extra special with a magical visit to Father Christmas at Milestones.  Step into his beautifully decorated grotto, meet his elf and enjoy a special festive experience that the whole family will remember.  

Your experience includes a special gift for every ticketed child, a personalised visit with Father Christmas and the chance to share a truly memorable Christmas moment together. Surrounded by stunning decorations and the traditional festive atmosphere of Milestones all around you, it’s a Christmas experience to treasure. 

Different ticket options available for existing ticket holders, those including a Christmas carol experience or Christmas market date, prices from £18 to £35.25. Pre-book tickets From Saturday 28 November to Wednesday 23 December.  

Festival Place

Visit Santa’s grotto in Festival Place for a magical Christmas experience for all the family from Sunday 1 November to Thursday 24 December. Each ticket includes a present and wishing coin. For families who would benefit from a calmer experience, a quiet hour takes place first thing every Sunday morning, offering a more relaxed environment to visit Santa.

Tickets cost £8 per child, with a £1.50 booking fee per transaction. 

Millers Ark Animals

Santa and his elf will be in the magical grotto at the Millers Ark Santa Special Open Days on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November and Saturday 5 and Sunday 6, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13  December.  

Ticket: Farm entry £15 adults, £14 children 2 years and over. Santa grotto visit £8 extra each child. Under 10s only for grotto presents. Pre-booking required. 

Breakfast or lunch with Santa and festive dining experiences in Basingstoke and Deane 

• Breakfast with Father Christmas and a show! Enjoy a delicious festive-themed continental breakfast, followed by a special story-telling session, and a performance of Mrs Christmas’s Christmas List in the festive surroundings of Proteus Creation Space on Sunday 20 and Thursday 24 December.  
• Expect a delicious Sunday lunch with all the trimmings and some extra Christmas magic at Silchester Farm followed by a very special visit from Father Christmas. A lovely way to slow down, celebrate the season and make a few festive memories together. 
• Santa Claus is making a pit stop at The Hatch. Breakfast with Santa is available on Saturday 5, Saturday 12, Saturday 19, Sunday 20 and Wednesday 23 December. Pricing: £12 per child. 
• Start the day right at The Swan in Sherborne St John. Enjoy breakfast with Santa on Saturday 12, Saturday 19, Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 December.  Pricing: £12 per child. 
• Santa will be stopping by the Stag and Hounds, Harvester where little ones can enjoy a festive morning filled with delicious food, fun activities and a special visit from Father Christmas himself. Breakfast with Santa is available on selected dates throughout December – Saturday 5 and Sunday 6, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13, Saturday 19 to Wednesday 24 December. Each child will receive a tasty kid’s breakfast, a colouring activity, surprise gift and the unforgettable chance to meet Santa. Pricing: £12.99 per child, £13.99 per child on Christmas Eve. 
• Treat yourself to a magical ‘Breakfast with Santa' at the White Hart in Overton. Indulge in a delicious breakfast while enjoying the festive spirit, including a Christmas gift on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 and Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December.  
• What a better way to keep up the energy levels this Christmas with a hearty breakfast at The Fox and Hounds in Tadley. Breakfast with Santa is available on Saturday 12 and Saturday 19 December.  Pricing: £11.95 per child. 
• Santa is getting ready for another magical Christmas at Stonehouse Restaurant in Oakley on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20, Tuesday 22 and Thursday 24 December. 

From traditional Santa's grottos and festive breakfasts to immersive Christmas adventures and magical theatre experiences, Basingstoke and Deane offers some of the best places to meet Father Christmas in Hampshire. Whether you're planning your baby's first Santa visit, searching for a SEND-friendly experience or looking for a memorable family day out this Christmas, there's plenty of festive magic waiting to be discovered. 

If you’re looking for other ways to celebrate the season, then see what other festive events are taking place. Want to make a weekend of it? Basingstoke and Deane offers a wide range of accommodation for a winter getaway, see our stay-over guides for all the inspiration you need. 

Please note the inclusion of any business within this listing should not be seen as an endorsement of their services. While the information is considered to be true and correct at the date of publication, changes in circumstances after the time of publication may impact on the accuracy of the information.  

Updated October 2026