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Seasonal

Only at this time of year.

The things in Basingstoke that turn up for a few weeks and then vanish again, with the dates, times and prices you need before deciding whether to queue.

This section is new. Christmas comes first, mainly because it has already started.

Comparing grottos? Where to see Santa in Basingstoke covers every one we know of this year, with prices.

On now and coming up

Festival Place Santa's Grotto poster for 2026, listing opening times, the £8 price per child, Sunday quiet time and that the grotto is dog friendly
Christmas · Festival PlaceOn now

Santa's Grotto at Festival Place, Basingstoke

1 November – 24 December 2026

Festival Place's grotto is open at weekends from 1 November, then every day from 27 November until Christmas Eve. £8 per child, with a present included.

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