It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Especially as Father Christmas is coming to town and making his way around Warrington.

The Christmas countdown officially begins on November 28, which is the first day of advent and there are lots of events in the area that are perfect for a family day out.

We can’t think of anything better than visiting Santa in his Grotto, but there are also lots of Christmas markets and theatre shows you can see too.

Here’s a roundup of everywhere Father Christmas is visiting in Warrington this year and how you can meet him.

Gulliver's World

Where: Shackleton Close, Old Hall, Warrington WA5 9YZ

Gulliver's World is putting on a Christmas spectacular this year in Warrington.

The wintery experience will include rides and attractions for all the family and a North Pole Express train.

Children can choose their own gifts at the Elf Workshop and have the chance to meet Santa who will be making appearances throughout the day. 

When is it? 

The winter wonderland is open from Saturday November 27 until Friday December 31.

How much are tickets? 

There are three different types of packages, all from £19.

Smasher

£19 for adults and children over 90cm. 

£5 for children under 90cm and £13 concessionary. 

The ticket price includes: 

  • Selected Christmas rides and attractions 10.30am - 6.30pm (2pm on 24th Dec)
  • North Pole Express Experience
  • Santa will be making an appearance during your journey!
  • Children choose their own gift from the live, interactive Christmas shop!

Cracker 

£26 for adults and children over 90cm. 

£7 for children under 90cm and £19 concessionary. 

This festive package includes: 

  • Selected Christmas rides and attractions 10.30am - 6.30pm (2pm on 24th Dec)
  • North Pole Express Experience & Santa appearance!
  • Children choose their own gift from the live, interactive Christmas shop!
  • Gully's Christmas Show
  • Hot turkey roll or Quorn roll, fries and mince pie for adults
  • Chicken Nuggets or Quorn bites, fries and ice cream for children
  • Coffee or squash

Festive Breakfast 

£26 for adults and children over 90cm. 

£5 for children under 90cm and £19 concessionary. 

This ticket includes: 

  • Selected Christmas rides and attractions 10.30am - 6.30pm (2pm on 24th Dec)
  • North Pole Express & Winter Wonderland Experience
  • Santa will make an appearance during your journey!
  • Children choose their own gift from the Elf Workshop 
  • Gully's Christmas Show
  • Breakfast sausage/vegetarian sausage bap & hash brown
  • Coffee or squash

You can purchase tickets via the Gulliver's World website. 

Warrington Lions’ Santa sleigh

Santa and his sleigh will tour the town for 13 nights beginning on Saturday December 4.

The route has been announced by the Lions, with a more detailed itinerary being revealed on the day: 

  1. Lidl in Latchford at 4.30pm on December 4
  2. Stag pub in Walton from 5pm on December 5
  3. Fairfield Street, Fairfield, at 5.30pm on December 6
  4. Jackson Avenue in Paddington on December 7
  5. St Oswald’s Church in Padgate at 5.30pm on December 8
  6. Barnfield Road in Woolston at 5.30pm on December 10 
  7. Howson Road in Orford at 4.30pm on December 11
  8. Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub from 4.30pm on December 12 
  9. Monmouth Close in Woolston at 5.30p on December 13
  10. Dam Lane in Woolston at 5.30pm on December 14
  11. Slater Street in Latchford at 5.30pm on December 15
  12. Gainsborough Road in Lower Walton at 5.30pm on December 17
  13. Blackburne Arms pub in Orford from 4.30pm on both December 18 and 19.

You can watch the sleigh ride pass your street as it embarks on the 2-week fundraiser. 

The Hayloft

Where: The Hayloft, Sandy Lane Farm, Sandy Lane, Bold, WA8 3XP

This is a 50-minute experience where you can join the elves in their enchanting workshop, write your letter to Santa and receive some magic reindeer food from the elves.

Enjoy a tractor and trailer ride to see Santa in his magical grotto and receive a gift.

When is it? 

The experience since from 9.30am - 6.40pm on the following weekends: 

  • December 4 & 5
  • December 11 & 12
  • December 18 & 19
  • December 23 & 24

How much are tickets? 

£16 per child including gift and tractor ride

£5 per adult (14 years +) including tractor ride.

Under 1s, £6 with an older paying sibling and will receive a gift.

Under 1s without an older paying sibling will require a full child ticket.

Please note, there is a maximum of two adult tickets per family.

You can purchase tickets via Eventbrite.

High Legh Minature Railway

Where: High Legh Miniature Railway, High Legh Garden Centre, Halliwells Brow, High Legh, WA16 0QW

Father Christmas will be in his Grotto, and children will get to see him from the train ride, however, it will not include a gift this year. 

When is it? 

Every Saturday and Sunday from November 27 - December 19 and also on December 22, 23 and 24 from 10.30am - 4pm. 

How much are tickets? 

£3 per person to ride the train and under 12 months go free.

No booking is necessary and there will be four trains running at once, menaing there shouldn't be any queues.  

Dunham Massey 

Where: National Trust Dunham Massey, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 4SJ

Dunham Massey has a Christmas specular this winter with over a million lights, lasers and seasonal sounds filling the air.

Father Christmas will be along the trail and there will be independent street food vendors bringing tasty treats.

When is it? 

  • Friday November 19 - Sunday November 21
  • Wednesday November 24 - Sunday November 28
  • Wednesday November 1 - Sunday December 5
  • Wednesday December 8 - Sunday Decmeber 12
  • Tuesday December 14 - Friday December 24
  • Sunday December 26 - Sunday January 2

4:30pm*, 4:45pm*, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 6:45pm, 7:00pm, 7:15pm*, 7:30pm*, 7:45pm*, 8:00pm*, 8:15pm*

*Not available for every date

How much are tickets? 

Tickets are cheaper if you buy them online in advance.

Prices start at £21 for adults and £13.50 for children.

You can book tickets via the Dunham Massey website.