Christmas in Surrey | Things To Do 2025
*This article is in the process of being updated – many attractions haven’t announced their activities for this year yet so I’ve kept last year’s events on for some attractions until I can update them.
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Christmas is just around the corner and there are so many festive activities and magical Christmas events coming up that I thought I’d share them with you. They’re great for inspiration if you have a free weekend, a few hours spare after school or are looking for ways to fill up the Christmas holidays.
So here are some ideas of things to do over the festive season taking place across Surrey:
Meeting Father Christmas in Surrey
I know one of the main things people want to know at this time of year is where to see Father Christmas so I’ve put together a post that tells you just that. Santa events and activities are also listed on this page but if you’re specifically looking for Father Christmas, this post might be helpful.
Days Out in Surrey
If you’re just looking for a day out to enjoy over the festive period then we have a lot of inspiration for you and these posts should be helpful:
Christmas Afternoon Tea
If you fancy going for afternoon tea as a festive treat there are plenty of places to choose from and these guides may help you find somewhere perfect!
There are also a few really lovely Christmas themed afternoon tea options around:
Foxhills Country Club Festive Afternoon Tea – Throughout December 2025 – Member: £29.75 adult / £14.75 child, Visitor: £35 adult / £17.50 child
Warm up and relax throughout December with the quintessential British tradition of afternoon tea with a themed festive twist.
Gorse Hill Festive Afternoon Tea – 17th November 2025 to 3rd January 2026 excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day – From £38 per person
Embrace the spirit of the season with a festive twist on the beloved Afternoon Tea tradition. Indulge in classic favourites like buttery scones, a selection of pastries, tempting cakes, and delicate finger sandwiches, all infused with a seasonal flair.
Festive Afternoon Tea at Chessington Garden Centre – various dates – From £23.95 per person
Enjoy a Christmas Afternoon Tea at Chessington Garden Centre’s Sedum Restaurant with a fine selection of homemade savoury and sweet treats alongside a hot beverage of your choice.
Christmas Tree Farm Surrey
A great festive activity is going to choose a Christmas tree and it’s lovely being able to go and pick one freshly cut from a Christmas tree farm.
Hans Christmas Andersen Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm
Where: Guildford Road, Shamley Green, Guildford, Surrey GU5 0SQ
Visit Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm for a fun-filled Christmas experience for all the family! Meet Father Christmas, say hello to his reindeer, go on a horse and carriage ride and browse the local produce market.
Various times/dates from 22nd November to 24th December 2025. Find out more and book here.
There are other Christmas tree farms in Surrey but Santa Fir Christmas Trees is a real festive event that has had such great reviews. Other options include:
- Crockford Bridge Farm – From 25th November 2024 with the ability to cut your own tree on selected dates
- Maurice Mandry – From 27th November 2025
- Oxenford Farm – From 22nd November 2025
You can read about more places to get Christmas trees in Surrey here.
Christmas Events in Surrey
Wherever you are in Surrey, there are so many festive events to keep the whole family entertained. Here are a few ideas from across the county suitable for all ages.
Here are a couple of specific posts that you might find useful:
Chessington Garden Centre
Where: Leatherhead Road, Chessington, Surrey KT9 2NG
The Magic of Christmas – 15th November to 24th December 2025 – from £19.50 per child, £6.50 per adult. Family tickets available.
Take a magical walk through the Christmas Wonderland. It includes a short, animated film followed by rooms with different themes to take you through a journey of magic and wonder. You then have your own private visit with Father Christmas – visiting him in his cosy cabin.
Ashtead Park Garden Centre
Where: Pleasure Pit Road, Ashtead, Surrey KT21 1HU
Festive Family Fun Days – 6th, 7th and 13th December 2025
See the beautiful Nativity Animals – donkeys, goats, sheep and more and visit Surrey Magic Ponies for a short pony ride. There will be Christmas crafts, a polar bear hunt and face painting plus a local choir will be spreading some Christmas cheer.
You can also meet Santa in his snowy igloo – more info here.
Fenwick at Bentall Centre Kingston
Where: Wood Street, Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey KT1 1TP
Afternoon Tea with Santa – Every Saturday and Sunday, from 29th November to 21th December 2025 – From £32.50 per person
The most important meal of the day, sprinkled with a dusting of Christmas joy. Join Santa and his elves for a festive feast at Fenwick Kingston.
Kids Gingerbread Decorating & Adults Sparkling Cream Tea – Thursdays from 27th November to 18th December 2025 – £16 per child and £18 per adult
Celebrate the Christmas build up the Fenwick way. This Gingerbread Workshop and Sparkling Cream Tea Events keep the little ones entertained while you relax into the festive spirit.
Santa’s Grotto at Mizens Railway
Where: Barrs Lane, Knaphill, Woking, Surrey GU21 2JW
Santa Specials – Sundays, 7th to 21st December 2025
Winter Lights Trains – 29th November 2025
Gatton Park
Where: Reigate, Surrey RH2 0TW
Stick Man Christmas Trail – Sunday 7th December 2025 – £6 adult, £3 children
Enjoy a Stick Man themed Christmas trail around Gatton Park’s rock garden before returning to Gatton Hall for toasted marshmallows and Christmas crafts. Perfect for small children.
Trails and Tales: Just Right for Christmas – Friday 12th December 2025 – £7.50 per child
Listen to the story of “Just Right for Christmas” by Birdie Black with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2 – 4 years. Booking essential. There are other Trails and Tales sessions on different days, full details here.
Trails and Tales: The Gift of Christmas – Friday 19th December 2025 – £7.50 per child
Listen to the story of “The Gift of Christmas” by Christine Leeson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2 – 4 years. Booking essential, full details here.
Gym Jams Soft Play
Where: Normandy Village Hall, Glaziers Lane, Normandy, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU3 2DT
Christmas at Gym Jams – 17th, 19th, 21st and 22nd December 2025
Join in with the Gym Jams’ Christmas celebrations that include a soft play session and a visit to Santa’s Grotto! All children get a small gift plus there’s unlimited squash and a cookie too. Adults receive a drink plus a mince pie or chocolate biscuit.
Denbies Wine Estate
Where: Denbies Wine Estate, London Road, Dorking Surrey RH5 6AA
Denbies Santa Express – Selected dates through November and December 2025 – £18.95 per child, £12.95 per adult
Visit Denbies for an extra special ride on Santa’s Express train with a special passport from Santa, a ride through the vineyard on the Santa Express with Santa himself and a gift from Santa’s elves at the end of the ride.
Days Out with Christmas Activities in Surrey
Hampton Court Palace
Where: East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AU
Festive Fayre – 5th to 7th and 12th to 14th December 2025 – Included with the cost of admission.
Hampton Court Palace courtyards will be transformed into a food-lover’s Christmas wonderland for a delicious festive weekend, set in the magnificent palace courtyards and grounds. There will be delicious artisan food and drink, as well as gifts to pick up for loved ones.
Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink – 21st November 2025 – 4th January 2026
Wrap up warm, get together with your friends or family and take in the magnificent views of the beautiful Tudor palace as you glide around on the stunning outdoor ice rink. Skate under the stars with your loved one or make magical memories on a day out with the kids at Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink.
Chobham Adventure Farm
Where: Bagshot Road, Chobham, Woking, Surrey GU24 8DB
Christmas Adventure – Selected dates from 30th November to 24th December 2025 – SEN dates are also available.
This year the animal barn will be magically transformed into The Reindeer Lodge, where all of Santa’s real reindeer will be staying while they get ready for the big day!
Included in the normal entry ticket, you can enjoy soft play and outdoor adventures before heading into the Reindeer Lodge to meet new wintery friends including Dasher, Dancer, Prancer and of course Rudolph himself!
There will be Elves and The Reindeer Keeper to tell you all about how we look after the reindeer and you’ll also get to make your very own magical reindeer food to take home!
There’s also the option to upgrade your ticket to meet Father Christmas or go ice skating.
Godstone Farm
Where: Tilburstow Hill Road, Godstone, Surrey RH9 8LX
Visit Father Christmas at Godstone Farm – Selected dates 22nd November to 24th December 2025
Enjoy a truly magical festive adventure at Godstone Farm this Christmas. Take a festive wander through Candy Cane Lane and embark on a journey to find a special secret recipe. You’ll also get the chance to discover the wonders and surprises inside Father Christmas’ office and explore the controls for the sleigh.
The experience includes your choice of a special gift from the wonderful Christmas Toy Shop and you’ll get the opportunity to decorate a tasty festive treat too.
Chessington World of Adventures
Where: Leatherhead Road, Chessington, Surrey KT9 2NE
Winter’s Tail – 22nd November to 31st December 2025 – Tickets from £22 per person
Celebrating the magic of Christmas with some festive family fun at Chessington this Christmas! Guided by jolly elves, you’ll make your way deep into a snowy wonderland before stepping foot into Father Christmas’ charming grotto where you’ll enjoy a private audience with Father Christmas.
Then, visit the Toy Workshop where you’ll explore where Father Christmas builds all his wonderful gifts for the big day and children will even receive an early Christmas gift too. There’s also the Wild Christmas Panto, Magical Cookie Kitchen and so much more festive fun to discover.
Chessington also have Christmas sleepovers available as a fantastic festive experience too:
- Festive Short Breaks 22nd November – 31st December 2025
Read our review of the Winter’s Tail at Chessington World of Adventures here.
RHS Garden Wisley
Where: Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
RHS Glow 2024 at Wisley – 21st November 2025 – 4th January 2026
Let it Glow! Enjoy an unmissable after dark spectacle of lights at RHS Wisley Gardens this festive season. Bring all the family for a magical evening at RHS Garden Wisley and see the garden in breathtaking beauty as amazing illuminations light your way on a wonderful new route.
Read our RHS Glow at Wisley review here
Bocketts Farm Park
Where: Young Street, Fetcham, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 9BS
A Magical Christmas at Bocketts Farm – 20th November to 24th December 2025
Enjoy a magical and festive family day out at Bocketts Farm including a visit to meet Father Christmas in his traditional workshop. Hop on board the Santa Express trailer. where the elves take you on a short journey to their traditional workshop. Next, you’ll be invited to meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto where each child will receive a special golden coin to spend in his amazing toy shop.
Plus, there’s a fun Elf Passport, the opportunity to make Reindeer Food, a Christmas Craft Corner plus so many animals to see, fantastic play areas and even a heated indoor soft play.
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
Where: Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 3AE
Christmas at Kew – Selected dates, 14th November 2025 to 4th January 2026
Visit Kew Gardens as the magical winter trail lights up the evening skies. Enjoy the annual after-dark festivities with family and friends, and discover sparkling tunnels of light, dancing lakeside reflections, and trees drenched in jewel-like colour.
Basingstoke Canal Centre
Where: Mytchett Place Road, Mytchett, Camberley, Surrey GU16 6DD
Santa Cruises – 2nd December to 23rd December 2025
Climb aboard the Rosebud boat and take a gentle cruise to the start of the tinsel trail in the woods. Little ones lead the way and follow the trail to find Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special gift. You’ll then cruise back to the Centre and head into Santa’s Workshop for Christmas colouring activities, warm drinks and mince pies.
Santa Cruise on the River Wey
Where: Millmead Island, Guildford
Santa Cruise – 29th November to 22nd December 2025
Join Santa aboard the Swingbridge Tranquility broadbeam boat this Christmas for a gentle family cruise along the River Wey. The boat will depart from Millmead Island in search of Santa. Look for clues along the towpath as you pass by to find out where he’s hiding.
Enjoy mince pies and a glass of mulled wine as the hunt goes on. When Santa is found, he’ll hop on board with his sack of gifts, joining the Christmas cabin for the return journey. Tickets include mince pies and mulled wine or soft drinks, plus a present for the children. All proceeds go to The Surrey Care Trust.
Painshill Park
Where: Portsmouth Road, Cobham, Surrey KT11 1BE
12 Days of Christmas Trail – November 30, 2024 – January 5, 2025 – Included with admission
Can you find all the Christmas gifts and complete the carol as you explore Painshill? A trail sheet will be available to pick up from the Visitor Centre.
Priory Farm Estate
Where: Sandy Lane, South Nutfield, Redhill, Surrey RH1 4EJ
Christmas Trail at Discovery Land – From 29th November 2025 to 5th January 2026
Come and visit Priory Farm on a frosty, festive family walk this Christmas. You’ll meet the Evergreen Elves as you help scavenge and find all the ingredients to make the festive fuel for Father Christmas’ sleigh. Be ready to help mix up some magic little nature adventurers!
Father Christmas Experience – Taking a break in 2025
Follow the magic and get ready to go on a very special adventure to meet Father Christmas and his friends. Your favourite fairy, Tinselbottom and the Evergreen Elves will be eagerly waiting to see you in the heart of the fairy forest. Through the wonders of storytelling and song, you will be transported into The Land of Christmas Wishes where you’ll meet Mary Christmas.
National Trust Days Out with Activities
Polesden Lacey
Where: Great Bookham, near Dorking, Surrey RH5 6BD
Christmas at Polesden Lacey – 22nd November 2025 to 4th January 2026
Tumble down the rabbit hole into a world of wonder and delight for an adventure like no other this festive season. Follow the White Rabbit inside the house to see ground floor rooms dressed for Christmas, inspired by the story of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Enjoy lavish displays based on scenes from the book, interspersed with Christmas decorations and twinkling trees. Outside, follow the children’s trail around the grounds to win a prize and enjoy a range of seasonal activities, amusements and treats.
Hatchlands Park
Where: East Clandon, Guildford, Surrey GU4 7RT
Christmas in the House at Hatchlands – Throughout December 2025 – Included with admission
Experience the magic of Christmas at Hatchlands this winter. See the house beautifully decorated for the festive season and soak up the atmosphere of a traditional country house Christmas.
The Snowdogs at Hatchlands Park – 15th November 2025 to 6th January 2026 – Included with admission
Inspired by the animated sequel to the late Raymond Briggs’ timeless picture book The Snowman, take a festive sculpture trail through the parkland to find Wild in Art’s ten uniquely decorated sculptures of The Snowdog and enjoy festive family activities along the way.
You can read about our visits to Hatchlands Park here
Dapdune Wharf National Trust
Where: Wharf Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 4RR
Christmas Pompom Snowmen – Saturday 7th December 2024
Join local artist Sarah Rawlins to make your own pompom snowman. At this drop-in session, you can make some pompoms and then get creative with your design. From red snowflake scarves to pink glittery heart ones, little red buttons or cute bows, this snowman can add some festive cheer to your home.
Morden Hall Park National Trust
Where: Morden Hall Road, London, Morden, Surrey SM4 5JD
Great Reindeer Hunt Trail – 29th November 2025 to 4th January 2026
Something magical is happening at Morden Hall Park this Christmas – six of Father Christmas’s reindeer have gone missing, and they’re hiding in familiar corners of the park! Follow the festive trail, solve the clues, and match each reindeer to the colour of its nose. Along the way you’ll discover jokes, challenges, and facts.
Elf’s Cosy Christmas Storytime (3-7yrs) – 6th and 13th December 2025
Step into the Christmassy exhibition space, transformed into a festive reading room. The resident Head Elf will delight children and families with magical Christmas tales, celebrating both the joy of stories and the spirit of the season. Every child will receive a new wrapped Christmas book to take home, celebrating the joy of reading and honouring the much-loved secondhand bookshop at Morden Hall Park.
You can read about our visit to Morden Hall Park here
Adult Christmas Events in Surrey
Gatton Park
Where: Reigate, Surrey RH2 0TW
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop – Saturday 29th November and Saturday 6th December 2025 – £40 per person
Make a willow wreath for your front door and decorate with natural materials and foliage – cedar, holly and ivy – found at Gatton Park. Enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie.
Willow Christmas Angel Workshop – Sunday 30th November 2025 – £30 per person
Create a beautiful willow angel Christmas decoration. Materials and instruction provided. Suitable for beginners in willow work. Glass of Mulled wine and mince pie included.
Squires Garden Centre
Christmas Wreath Masterclass – £35 per person – Dates vary, check full dates/times here
Create a traditional Christmas wreath in this seasonal masterclass. Your beautiful Christmas wreath will be made using a fresh noble fir ring as the perfect base and can be decorated with cones, berries, cinnamon sticks and ribbon. You can also accessorise with foliage from your own garden, if you wish.
Polesden Lacey National Trust
Christmas Wreath Making – Saturday 29th November 2025 – £65 each
What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to make your own beautiful Christmas wreath. The workshops will guide you through the process using foliage gathered by Rangers from the Polesden Lacey Estate. Each session lasts two hours and fifteen minutes and there will be mince pies and mulled wine ( or a non-alcoholic drink ) to fuel your creativity.
Dapdune Wharf National Trust
Where: Wharf Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 4RR
Wreath making at Dapdune Wharf – 7th December 2024 – £43 per person
Create a beautiful wreath to hang on the front door. You will learn to make a moss ring and decorate it with foliage and berries. Do bring lovely foliage from your gardens to contribute to the individuality of your wreath.
Willow star for Christmas – 5th December 2024 – £48 per person
Make a large willow star covered in random weaving and decorate it with fairy lights. Hang it on your front door instead of a wreath, show it off on the top of your tree or display it on a wall all year round.
Albury Vineyard
Where: Silent Pool, Shere Road, Albury, Surrey GU5 9BW
Willow and Wine – 26th November and 4th December 2025 – £61 each
Enjoy a Christmas experience learning how to weave a Willow Heart, Angel or traditional Swedish Star, creating perfect decorations made from natural materials to hang in your home over Christmas or outside all year round.
Have a choice of morning, afternoon or full-day workshop. Each workshop includes a glass of delicious Albury Estate sparkling wine.
Christmas Wreath Workshop – 5th and 6th December 2025 – £90 each
Join Claire from Plant Passion at the vineyard for a traditional Winter wreath workshop with sparkling wine.
Using all locally grown willow, conifers, foliage and farm berries and seed heads, you’ll get a wonderful session of crafting in a fantastic location and atmosphere, and get to sample amazing locally produced sparkling wine with nibbles, while you make your wreath.
Theatre Shows
Going to the theatre is a great activity that the whole family will enjoy and Surrey has a lot of great theatres to really make the most of. Here are the family shows on over the Christmas period:
New Victoria Theatre – The Ambassadors, The Peacocks Centre, Woking GU21 6GQ
- A Fairytale for Christmas – 28th and 29th November 2025
- Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs – 5th December 2025 to 4th January 2026
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre – Millbrook, Guildford GU1 3UX
- Beauty and the Beast – 29th November 2025 to 4th January 2026
- Christmas Gothic – 4th to 7th December 2025
- The Crooners Christmas Special – 11th December 2025
- Haunted Shadows: The Gothic Tales of Edith Nesbit – 12th and 13th December 2025
- Short Stories, Tall Tales: The Night Before Christmas – 16th and 17th december 2025
- The Scummy Mummies Christmas Show – 16th December 2025
- Two Turtle Doves – 18th December 2025
- Zoom! – 20th December 2025
G Live – London Road, Guildford GU1 2AA
- A Fairytale For Christmas – 19th November 2025
- Swing Into Christmas – 20th November 2025
- James B Partridge – The Big Christmas Assembly 2025 – 24th November 2025
- Tony Hadley: The Christmas Big Band Tour 2025 – 29th November 2025
- Sam Campbell, Bridget Christie, Maisie Adam, Tom Rosenthal: Live At Christmas – 1st December 2025
- Santa’s On His Sleigh – 13th to 24th December 2025
- Step Into Christmas – 23rd December 2025
Epsom Playhouse – Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey KT18 5AL
- Neil Sands presents Christmas Memories – 10th November 2025
- Aladdin – 12th December 2025 to 4th January 2026
Thorndike Theatre – Leatherhead Theatre – 7 Church Street, Leatherhead KT22 8DN
- Jack And The Beanstalk 2025 – Schools, Scouts and Brownies – 10th to 16th December 2025
- Santa and the Pirates (That don’t want Christmas!) – 12th December 2025
- Jack And The Beanstalk 2025 – 10th to 29th December 2025
Esher Theatre – Community Walk, High St, Esher KT10 9RA
- The Rat Pack Christmas In Vegas – 12th November 2025
- Sleeping Beauty – 4th to 31st December 2025
- Jim Davidson Christmas Cracker – 15th and 16th December 2025
Camberley Theatre – Knoll Rd, Camberley GU15 3SY
- Tennessee Country Christmas – 22nd November 2025
- Aladdin – 4th to 31st December 2025
New Wimbledon Theatre – 93 The Broadway, Wimbledon SW19 1QG
- Step Into Christmas – 16th November 2025
- A Christmas Carol – 1st to 6th December 2025
- Robin Hood – 6th December 2025 to 4th January 2026
- Santa’s North Pole Adventure – 11th to 24th December 2025
- Christmas Sing-a-Long Concert – 19th December 2025
Polka Theatre – 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon SW19 1SB
- The Snowflake – 29th November 2025 to 25th January 2026
Richmond Theatre – Little Green, Richmond TW9 1QJ
- Slava’s Snow Show – 5th to 9th November 2025
- Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana – 18th to 22nd November 2025
- Cinderella – 6th December 2025 to 4th January 2026
Dorking Halls – Reigate Rd, Dorking RH4 1SG
- A Christmas Carol – A Radio Play Live On Stage – 12th November 2025
- The Snowman with Live Orchestra – 30th November 2025
- Step Into Christmas – 1st December 2025
- Live At Christmas: Sam Campbell, Bridget Christie, Maisie Adam & Mike Wozniak – 3rd December 2025
- The Gingerbread Boy – 5th to 7th December 2025
- Show Choir present: A Very West End Christmas – 9th December 2025
- Peter Pan – 20th to 30th December 2025
Foxhills Country Club – Stonehill Rd, Ottershaw, Lyne, Chertsey KT16 0EL
- Peter Pan – Saturday 13th December 2025
You can read about more pantomimes and theatre shows on across Surrey over the festive period here.
I hope that’s given you some inspiration of things to do in Surrey over the festive season. I’ll add more Surrey Christmas events as I become aware of them and if I’ve missed your favourite event please do get in touch and let me know. I’m sure there will be more winter wonderlands announced nearer the time. I hope you have a lovely Christmas!
If you’re looking for other festive activities and inspiration, these posts may help:
- Christmas Ice Skating in Surrey
- Christmas Theatre and Pantomimes in Surrey
- Christmas Light Trails in Surrey
- Christmas Lights In Surrey
- Where to buy Christmas Trees in Surrey
- Christmas Markets in Surrey
