Visit Father Christmas at The Bishop's Palace
The Bishop's Palace and Gardens
Family
6 Dec 2025 - 22 Dec 2025
Saturday 6 December

Father Christmas returns to The Bishop's Palace in Wells, Somerset, bringing Christmas spirit, gifts and sharing the magic of the season.
Explore the beautifully decorated rooms of the Palace, do some colouring whilst you wait, then spend time with Father Christmas in his grotto. Each child will receive a gift during their visit.
Visits to see Father Christmas will take place on the following days between 9.30am-5pm:
- Sat 6th Dec
- Sun 7th Dec
- Sat 20th Dec
- Sun 21st Dec
- Mon 22nd Dec
This will be a VERY popular event so secure your tickets as soon as you can.
And a reminder that each visiting child requires a ticket for their visit to Father Christmas, which will include entry to the Palace and gardens for that day, as well as a gift.
Please note that tickets to see Father Christmas are for children only. Accompanying adults require a valid Annual Pass or Day Ticket (please see booking information below).
Booking Information:
- Tickets are £14 per child who must be accompanied by a paying adult with a valid Annual Pass or Day Ticket. Annual Passes and Day Tickets can be purchased online.
- Tickets to see Father Christmas do not include entry to the Sparkle Christmas Illuminations.
- Each time slot has a capacity of two children. If there are more than 2 children in your family please book the next slot after and we will ensure you all go in together for your visit.
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