Where to see Santa this Christmas
Upcoming Santa Events in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire this festive period
We’re getting in early with the Bee Local annual guide for where to book Santa this year. As always the slots sell out super fast so we want you to be the first to know where to go.
Leighton Buzzard and Linslade Santa Route 2024
If you are looking for Santa’s tour of Leighton Buzzard with the help of the Rotary elves then scroll down to see the route for 2024.
Frosts, a firm favourite
One of the firm local favourites is Frosts Garden Centre in Woburn Sands. This magical experience is open from mid November. Tickets are on sale now
Gather ’round the fire with Mrs. Christmas as she brings the magic of Christmas to life with her heart-warming stories.
Let your imagination run wild in their Toy Factory, where children can choose a Christmas-themed cuddly toy to build, adding a personal touch to their festive keepsake.
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Experience the joy of meeting Father Christmas himself! Share your Christmas wishes and capture the moment with a memorable photo (fees apply), he is excited to hear about all the good deeds and Christmas cheer you’ve spread this year.
Step into a winter wonderland and join in the fun of making special reindeer food to sprinkle on Christmas Eve. Learn the secrets of the Elf helpers and ensure Rudolph and his friends find their way to your home.
Finally take a piece of the magic home with you by working with your family to plant a mini-Christmas tree, in a beautiful bamboo plant pot. This activity is a wonderful way to create lasting family traditions and watch your tree grow year after year.
Book your visit to Frosts Santa’s Grotto today and immerse yourself in a festive adventure filled with joy, laughter, and festive spirit.
This year’s experience lasts around 45 minutes. Family tickets for 2 adults and 2 children are £58. They offer special SEN sessions and they also have a pet option.
Mead Open Farm Christmas Experience
As well as meeting Santa, you will get to choose your own cuddly toy, decorate gingerbread cookies and explore the magical forest. Tickets are selling out very fast already so book now to avoid disappointment. Tickets on sale here A family of 2 adults and 2 children costs £140 which also includes entry to the rest of the farm.
See Santa For Free
The Leighton-Linslade Rotary Club sleigh will be taking Santa around our town throughout dates in late November and December. Bee Local is waiting for the elves to let us know his route and we will update this page soon. Santa attends the Christmas light switch on in Leighton Buzzard High Street on Friday 29th November. The Market and activities will be on from 4pm and the lights and fireworks are at 7pm. There follows are whole weekend of activities and entertainment.
More information about the Leighton Town Centre Christmas weekend
The Christmas Festival Weekend marks the start of the festive season in Leighton-Linslade, running from Friday 29th November to Sunday 1st December on the High Street.
On Friday evening, from 4 pm onwards, enjoy our festive market featuring handmade crafts, unique gifts, a funfair, and a packed stage programme full of local acts and performances. There’s something for everyone both before and after the Christmas lights switch-on and fireworks display at 7pm. The food court in Church Square offers freshly made hot street food, perfect for a winter’s evening, while our cheeky elves begin their weekend of festive mischief.
Saturday brings the much-anticipated Leighton Fun Runners Santa Dash, starting at Parson’s Close Recreation Ground, where hundreds of Santas will race through the streets of Leighton-Linslade. The festive markets continue with the Charter Market taking place alongside the Handmade and Craft Market. Joining the fun will be Festive Frolics and the Lost Elves and their Sensory Sleigh alongside local performance groups including The Heath Band, Abbie Gathard and The Rock Project spreading festive cheer throughout the Town Centre.
On Sunday, from 11am festive shopping opportunities return to the High Street, ideal for finding that perfect, unique gift for a loved one. Enjoy performances by Open & Rising Voices, LSJ Trio, Peter Hutchison and Leighton-Linslade Concert Band as well as our cheeky elf show throughout the day next to the Market Cross. Adding to the festive fun Stocking Up!, Winter Fairy and Ski Sunday will fill the market with laughter, mischief, and mayhem. There will also be an opportunity to purchase hot food and drinks, alongside a final chance to experience the funfair in the Town Centre.
Centre:MK Meet Santa and Norbert The Newest Reindeer
This is a personal favourite because the whole of Middleton Square in Centre:MK is transformed with lights.
This year families are welcomed into Santa’s wondrous reindeer stable, where they can experience the story of Santa’s newest reindeer, Norbert, in a heart warming, immersive adventure. Norbert is an adorable reindeer puppet, who communicates through his elf puppeteer, to interact with the children as his special story of Christmas magic unfolds. On their way to meet Santa, children will make reindeer food in the craft workshop to take home with them, before finally stopping off at Santa’s Grotto where they will have the opportunity to take a family photo with the big man himself and receive a gift!
Norbert’s story is one of courage, kindness, and the joy of embracing our differences. The full experience lasts around 30 minutes. Adult Tickets are £6 Children £15.50 Babies under 1 year £5. These tickets sell out very quickly so get them now if you can. Tickets sold here
Woburn Sands Emporium Christmas Grotto
Santa’s elves will warmly greet you as you arrive, before taking you to meet Santa Claus!
Your trip through the Christmas grotto will take you past Santa’s workshop and mailroom, where he reads your letters and wraps the presents. Next, you’ll visit the Reindeer Food Bar to prepare and bag up some reindeer treats to take home, ready to leave out for Santa’s little helpers on Christmas Eve. Finally, you’ll get to the grotto where your child will meet the man himself for a friendly chat and receive a gift.
There is also a Santa Paws experience for your pets.
Photos with Santa and photo gifts will be available to purchase on the way out. Adults are £5 and children £16 and babies under 12 months £7. Book here There are special SEN sessions available to book.
Santa at Dobbies
The closest experience to Bee Local HQ is Dobbies Milton Keynes on the outskirts of Bletchley
train-themed journey for children and families, complete with interactive elements and a meeting with Santa himself!
Take in the atmosphere as you arrive at our enchanting forest, and after a warm welcome from the elves at Sleighbell Station, children will get to experience snowy scenes, spot woodland characters, find hidden nutcrackers, all culminating in the chance to meet Santa
Children are encouraged to share their excitement, wishes and stories before receiving their gift.
Tickets are £12.99 per child. Book Here
Find out more about booking at Dobbies MK
Magical journey: our elves have been working hard to create a theatrical experience for your little ones. Please note there is no real trains involved in the experience
Fun activities: christmas wishes, snowball fights and more
Meet Santa: bring your children to meet Santa Claus and share their Christmas wishes
Photo opportunities: capture the moment with a professional photo with Santa
Gift from Santa: every child will receive a wrapped gift from Santa, which can be selected and the point of ticket purchase
Please note:
Please select your preferred time and date below. Santa has selected a range of toys, suitable for different ages. You can pre-select an age-appropriate gift for your child however the exact toy may vary on the day
To capture the memory of your little ones meeting Santa you can choose to pre-book one of our special photo options and save on average 15% compared to on-the-day prices. Our kids activity booklets are an activity pack and photo combo, perfect for keeping the kiddos entertained and preserving lasting memories
Santa at Dobbies
Santa Clause is Coming to Leighton Buzzard and Linslade
The Rotary Club of Leighton Linslade are delighted to confirm that negotiations have gone exceptionally well, and Santa has once again agreed to visit the streets of Leighton Linslade during December. Santa will begin his visits by dropping into the Town Light Switch On taking place on Friday 29th November and will start visiting the streets of the town with his Rotary Elves on Wednesday 4th December. He has also agreed to spend some time at Morrisons and Tesco the weekend before Christmas and of course he absolutely loves the Christmas Eve Carols in the High St and will be attending before embarking on his worldwide journey to bring joy and happiness.
Santa’ s Provisional timetable is as follows but please bear in mind his Rotary Elves may need to make last minute changes if the reindeer become poorly, or weather affects the sleigh. Merry Christmas
Wednesday 4th December 6pm Cotefield Drive
Thursday 5th December 6pm South St/ Harrow Rd
Friday 6th December 6pm Clarence Rd
Saturday 7th December 5pm Brooklands
Sunday 8th December 5pm Billington Pk
Tuesday 10th December 6pm Chesnut Hill/ Rowley Furrows
Wednesday 11th December 6pm Meadow Way/ Marley Fields/Chiltern Gardens
Thursday 12th December 6pm Willow Bank Walk
Saturday 14th December 5pm Clipstone Pk North &South
Sunday 15th December 4pm Sandhills 1 5:30/5:45 Sandhills 2
Monday 16th December 6pm Southcott/ Mentmore Rd
Tuesday 17th December 6pm Heath & Reach
Wednesday 18th December 5pm (care homes) Plantation Rd+Care Homes
Thursday 19th December 6pm Leeston Pk/ Chamberlains Bridge/Hadley Grange
Friday 20th December 6pm Theedway
Saturday 21st December 10am -3pm Morrisons Superstore, 5.30pm Bideford 1
Sunday 22nd December 10am -3pm Tesco Superstore, 5.30pm Bideford 2
Monday 23rd December 5:30pm Planets
Tuesday 24th December 7pm Carols in High St
If you are an elf working for Santa and know a place he will be visiting please let us know on buzz@beelocalmagazine.co.uk
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