Santa’s Grotto 2026 at Beaumont Shopping Centre, Leicester
Santa is coming back to Beaumont! From Saturday 21st November until Christmas Eve 2026, children can meet Santa and his hard-working elves in his magical Christmas grotto at Beaumont Shopping Centre, Leicester. Every child leaves with a gift from Santa’s sack.
Santa’s Grotto at a glance
- Dates: Weekends from Saturday 21st November, then every day from Tuesday 1st December to Christmas Eve
- Entry: £6 per child, including a gift from Santa
- Babies: Free when accompanying a paying child
- Booking: No need to book, just drop in
- Payment: Card only
- Where: Beaumont Shopping Centre, Beaumont Leys, Leicester
Santa’s Grotto opening times 2026
Plan your visit with the full opening times below. Santa takes a short break on most days from 1pm, so his elves can restock the toy sack. 
| Date | Opening times | Santa’s break |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 21st & Saturday 28th November | 10am – 5pm | 1pm – 2pm |
| Sunday 22nd & Sunday 29th November | 10am – 4pm | No break |
| Tuesday 1st – Friday 4th December | 12pm – 5pm | No break |
| Saturday 5th December | 9:30am – 6:30pm | 1pm – 2pm |
| Sunday 6th December | 10am – 4pm | 1pm – 1:45pm |
| Monday 7th – Friday 11th December | 11am – 6pm | 1pm – 2pm |
| Saturday 12th December | 9:30am – 6:30pm | 1pm – 2pm |
| Sunday 13th December | 10am – 4pm | 1pm – 1:45pm |
| Monday 14th – Friday 18th December | 10am – 6:30pm | 1pm – 2pm |
| Saturday 19th December | 9:30am – 6:30pm | 1pm – 2pm |
| Sunday 20th December | 10am – 4pm | 1pm – 1:45pm |
| Monday 21st – Wednesday 23rd December | 10am – 6:30pm | 1pm – 2pm |
| Thursday 24th December (Christmas Eve) | 10am – 3pm | No break |
The grotto is closed Monday 23rd – Friday 27th November and Monday 30th November.
Santa’s Grotto prices
Grotto entry: £6 per child
Entry to Santa’s Grotto costs £6 per child and includes a surprise gift from Santa. Babies go free when accompanying a paying child. 
Photo packages and keepsakes
Want to remember the big moment? Our elves can print your photo with Santa onto a range of festive keepsakes. These are optional and not included in the £6 entry fee. You’re also welcome to take your own photos.
| Package | What’s included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Platinum | Bauble, Glitter Frame, Keyring and 2 Photo Books | £20 |
| Gold | Snow Globe, Keyring and 2 Photo Books | £18 |
| Silver | Bauble, Keyring and Photo Book | £16 |
Single keepsakes: Keyring £7.50 · Photo Book £8 · Bauble £9.50 · Snow Globe £12 · Two Photo Books £12.50 · Glitter Frame £15 
Beaumont Grotto FAQs
Do I have to pay for my baby?
Babies may go free if accompanying a paying child. They would not receive a gift from Santa.
Do you accept cash?
Santa’s Grotto is a card-only event. We do not accept cash.
What present will I receive?
All of Santa’s toys are a surprise, he has a variety of toys to suit all ages.
Will a photo be taken of our visit with Santa?
Photos of your visit will be available to purchase after your visit. You may also take your own photos. Please check photo products before you leave the Grotto to ensure you are happy with them. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds or retake photos after you have left the Grotto.
Are we allowed to take pushchairs in?
Yes – space permitting, otherwise the elves will assist you.
Special requirements
If a member of your party has a special requirement, please make the Elves aware upon your arrival.
I would like to book for a class of school children
School bookings must be made via our Head Office. Please call on 01306 886 989.
Check the full Santa’s Grotto opening times above before you visit.
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