Christmas Grotto at Lackford Lakes

Father Christmas sitting in a grotto decorated with a christmas tree

Emily Reddick

Christmas Grotto at Lackford Lakes

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Lackford Lakes: Visit Father Christmas in his grotto by the lakes

Event details

Meeting point

Raised Pond (ask at Centre if unsure)

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Date

Time
10am- 4pm
A static map of Christmas Grotto at Lackford Lakes

About the event

NEW TIMES ADDED! Now on to 4pm.

Children can visit Father Christmas in his grotto by the lakes this December.

All children will have a chance to talk to Father Christmas, have their photo taken (please bring your own camera, photographer not provided) and will receive a wildlife-themed gift. One family ticket is available for each time slot. This admits 1 child with up to two accompanying adults, you will not share your timeslot with any other families. If you wish to bring an additional child/children, please purchase the required number of 'additional child' tickets alongside your family ticket. Due to the size of the hide we cannot admit additional adults. Late arrivals may not be admitted.

The time on your ticket is the time you should arrive at the Raised Pond to walk down to the grotto.

Suitable for children aged 0-11 years. Older siblings are welcome to attend but will not receive a gift. Please specify child's age when booking to ensure an appropriate gift is provided.

Please be aware that each family will have approximately 10 minutes with Father Christmas, regardless of the number of children you bring, so if you are a large group, you may wish to consider purchasing tickets for more than one time slot. 

There will also be fun Christmas-themed nature crafts after your visit!

Father Christmas will be visiting over 3 days - please click here for our other event pages: 

Christmas Grotto at Lackford Lakes | Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Christmas Grotto at Lackford Lakes | Suffolk Wildlife Trust

For full event terms and conditions visit: www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/eventinfo

Booking

Price

£10 per child (0-11 years), includes gift.

Suitable for

Families, Children

Know before you go

Dogs

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Assistance dogs only

Assistance dogs only on all trails except on the Sayer's Breck trail where all dogs are permitted. All dogs must be kept on leads at all times to protect the wildlife and delicate habitats.

Why we ask dogs are kept on a lead

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Mobility

The grotto is wheelchair accessible, however we cannot guarantee wheelchair accessibility on the path in poor weather, please contact us to discuss your specific needs. Accessible toilet at the visitor centre

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What to bring

Camera/phone to take a picture with Father Christmas

The path to the grotto is short but can get muddy so please wear suitable shoes.

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Parking information

Free car park, £3 suggested donation
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Electric car charging point
Disabled parking

Contact us

Katy
Contact number: 01284728706

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