Archive: These events and prices were advertised for Christmas 2025. They are historical; see our current what’s on guide for upcoming events.
Updated 23rd Dec 2025
Meet Santa in Buxton 2025
The original Explore Buxton guide listed these Santa visits in Buxton for Christmas 2025.
90 min Play Session + Meet Santa at Busy Little Monsters
Advertised dates: 13, 14, 20 and 21 December 2025; the poster listed 10.30am and 1pm sessions.
Advertised price: £15.50 per child with one adult, plus a 50p booking fee; extra adult charges applied.
Where: Busy Little Monsters, 5 Eagle Parade, Buxton, SK17 6EQ
- 90 minute play village entry
- Welcomed by Holly the Elf
- Story time with Father Christmas
- Individual/family visit to Father Christmas in their cosy grotto
- Gift from Father Christmas
Poole’s Cavern – Santa Paws / Mrs Claus’ Grotto
Poole’s Cavern: current Christmas programme
Advertised dates: December 2025; the pictured Santa Paws poster advertised 19 December, 4–6pm.
Tickets: The original listing did not give a price.
Where: Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park, Green Lane, Buxton, SK17 9DH
The 2025 programme advertised Santa’s grotto at Poole’s Cavern, including Santa Paws and Mrs Claus experiences.
Brunch with Santa at Buxton Brewery Trackside
2025 Trackside event information
The 2025 event listing advertised breakfast, a Santa meet-and-greet, games, crafts and face painting.
Advertised dates: 20 and 22 December 2025, with sessions at 10am and 11.30am.
Advertised tickets: The event page lists £5.44 for under-threes and £21.94 for ages three and over.
Where: Buxton Brewery Trackside, Staden Lane, Buxton, SK17 9RZ.
Lottie Simpson Cards & Gifts
When: Every weekend until 21st December 2025
Entry / Cost: £5 per child
Where: Cavendish Shopping Arcade, Buxton
The original guide advertised visits outside Lottie Simpson Cards & Gifts in the Cavendish Arcade, with tickets available from the shop.
- The 2025 guide advertised weekend slots until 21 December and a gift from Santa.
- The 2025 sign said walk-in slots might be available.
- £5 per child / small gift from Santa
- The 2025 sign advertised photo opportunities.
Breakfast with Santa at The Kings Head
Advertised dates: 13 and 21 December 2025 at 9am; the original guide listed the 21 December session as 9–11am.
Entry / Cost: £12 per child
Where: The Kings Head, Market Place, Buxton, SK17 6EJ
The 2025 breakfast was advertised with games, crafts and a chance to meet Santa.
Afternoon Tea with Santa at The Vault
When: 22nd December 2025, 12pm – 3pm
Entry / Cost: Adults £17 / Children £10
Where: The Vault, 2 – 4 High St, Buxton, SK17 6EU
The 2025 listing advertised afternoon tea, Christmas crafts and a visit from Santa.
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