Father Christmas at Perrygrove

A Magical Family Christmas Experience in the Forest of Dean

All aboard the Christmas Express. Take your seats with a seasonal drink in the Carriage Shed Theatre to enjoy our BRAND NEW SHOW where Mrs Claus and one of the Elves really need your children’s help…

Will they be successful in persuading cheeky Santa to finally get himself down the chimney?

Kids adore this heart-warming show, packed with giggles, festive fun and a very special audience with Father Christmas himself. Every child will see Santa and receive an age-appropriate gift – a magical moment to treasure.

Your Christmas Experience Includes:

• Unlimited rides on the Christmas Express – steam through the Forest of Dean in our cosy carriages, as many times as you like
• Enjoy the charming “Down the Chimney” Show – a BRAND NEW 25-minute interactive performance with Mrs Claus and one of the Elves and Santa himself
• A gift for every child – an age-appropriate present is included for each child.
• All-weather fun – Twilight Village indoor hide-and-seek, Foxy Hollow covered playground, Tunnel Maze, Treetop Adventure, and woodland walks with den building are all included as well as the Treetop Adventure. Outdoor play areas will close at 4pm due to safety reasons.

Festive Treats

• Treat Boxes (£6.00) – add a yummy festive treat box to your order and keep the children sweet! Each box contains a festive biscuit, sweets, chocolates and a candy cane. They will be ready for you to collect on arrival. They cost £6.00 each and are only available to pre-order. We regret, we are unable to cater for any allergens
• Platform Café – open all day with coffee, cake, pastries and warming festive drinks

Accessibility & Dogs

• Pushchairs are welcome on site but not inside the Carriage Shed Theatre (buggy parking provided outside)
• Dogs are welcome at Perrygrove, though not inside the Carriage Shed Theatre

Dates & Times

• 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, daily 18th – 24th December 2026
• Open at 09:30am
• Your ticket includes the full Christmas programme, with plenty of time for trains, play, and your theatre show
  

 Tickets

Adults, (age 16 and over) £22.00
Child age 2-15 £22.00
Age 1 £11.00
Baby in arms, free but not allocated a seat – please ensure you book this ticket as well so we can allocate a present to them

Advance booking is essential – this experience always sells out!