Alysha posted 8 months ago
If you missed out on LaplandUK this year, you’re definitely not alone 😅
But don’t worry, there’s still plenty of Christmas magic to be found just beyond Kingston! From twinkling light trails and snowy Santa grottos to festive farms and full-blown wonderlands, here are some of the best experiences already open for booking for Christmas 2025.
We’re so lucky to have so much going on locally, but if you’re looking for those immersive Christmas takeovers, these are well worth the drive. Distances are shown from Kingston Town Centre so you can plan your festive day out.
Ashtead Park Garden Centre – Ashtead
Dates: 6, 7 and 13 December
Distance: ~6.9 miles
Meet Santa, browse festive décor, and join family fun days with crafts, ponies, and live music at this friendly local favourite.
Bocketts Farm – Magical Christmas, Surrey
Dates: 20 November – 24 December 2025
Distance: ~8.9 miles
A Surrey family favourite featuring farm animals, festive crafts, a winter trail, and of course a cosy visit with Father Christmas.
Chessington Garden Centre – The Big Magic Christmas
Dates: 1st – 24th December
Distance: ~4.5 miles
A walk-through festive adventure packed with magical sets, animatronics, and a cheerful visit to Santa.
Chessington World of Adventures – Christmas at Chessington
Dates: 22 Nov – 31 Dec
Distance: ~4.4 miles
The park transforms into a winter wonderland with themed rides, festive shows, and a meet-and-greet with Father Christmas himself.
Christmas at Kew – Kew Gardens, SW London
Dates: 14 November 2025 – 4 January 2026
Distance: ~4.6 miles
Step into a world of sparkling tunnels, glowing trees, and magical displays along Kew’s world-famous Christmas light trail, a London classic for good reason.
Denbies Wine Estate – Santa Express, Dorking
Dates: Selected November and December 2025 dates
Distance: ~11.4 miles
Hop aboard the Santa Express miniature train through the vineyard, meet Father Christmas, and enjoy festive refreshments.
Garsons – Meet Father Christmas, Esher
Dates: Selected November and December 2025 dates
Distance: ~3.9 miles
Meet Father Christmas at Garsons’ cosy grotto, explore the Christmas shop, and enjoy a festive wander through this much-loved garden centre.
Hobbledown – Santa’s Secret Village, Epsom
Dates: 29th Nov – 24th Dec 2025
Distance: ~4.6 miles
Explore Santa’s secret village, meet the elves, and enjoy festive play in one of Surrey’s best adventure parks.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland – Central London
Dates: 14 November 2025 – 1 January 2026
Distance: ~9.1 miles
London’s ultimate festive playground, packed with fairground rides, circus shows, ice skating, Christmas markets, and plenty of cosy treats.
Priory Farm Estate – Discovery Land Winter Trail, Redhill
Dates: 29 November 2025 – 5 January 2026 (closed 25–27 Dec and 1 Jan)
Distance: ~14.2 miles
Follow a magical woodland trail filled with lights, festive sounds, and seasonal surprises — perfect for younger explorers.
RHS Glow Wisley – Woking
Dates: Friday 21 November – Sunday 4 January (No Glow event 24–26 December)
Distance: ~9.9 miles
Wisley Gardens sparkle to life with a stunning light trail and illuminated sculptures — an ideal peaceful evening stroll for families.
Santa’s Sitting Room – Leatherhead
Dates: Selected December 2025 dates
Distance: ~8.2 miles
A beautifully decorated and intimate grotto experience where children can chat with Santa in his sitting room and receive a special gift.
Tulleys Christmas Experience & Light Festival – West Sussex
Dates: 22 November – 24 December 2025
Distance: ~22.9 miles
Meet Santa in his log cabin, decorate gingerbread, visit the elves’ workshop, and stroll through the stunning light festival. One of the South’s most popular family experiences, weekends are already sold out!
The Magical Christmas Adventure – Thatcham
Dates: 22 November – 24 December 2025
Distance: ~41.6 miles
An immersive, theatrical Christmas journey through a festive wonderland filled with storytelling, twinkling lights, and charming details.
Coming Soon: Our Kingston Local Christmas Guide
If you’d prefer to keep things closer to home, stay tuned for our Hello Kingston Kids Local Christmas Guide launching in November 🎄
Most local businesses are still wrapping up Halloween, but soon you’ll start to see festive plans pop up all around Kingston, from themed classes and community fairs to Christmas markets and school events. We’ll share them all so you don’t miss a thing!
