West Dean Gardens is the perfect destination for an enjoyable family day out during the lead-up to the Festive Season and on Saturday 30th November - Sunday 1st December, Sunday 8th December. Father Christmas will be visiting!

Each day, between 10am - 4.30pm (last time slot 4.00pm) children can visit Santa's grotto in the historic Apple Store to share their Christmas wishes with Father Christmas and receive a small gift. Included in the entry price for the children, is a variety of Christmas craft activities.

Tickets cost £8 per child and £13 per adult (standard Gardens entry).

Christmas Present Ideas  
While at West Dean, it's worth visiting the shop, which is brimming with unique Christmas present ideas you won't find on the high street, as well as decorations, cards and gift-wrapping paper.

Or give an experience and buy a voucher for a Gardens visit with afternoon tea or nurture the creativity of family and friends with a gift voucher for a creative short course at West Dean College of Arts and Conservation (contact Bookings - [email protected] or tel: 01243 818300).

Notes
Crafts include: face painting, painting, and decoration making. 

Food and drink are available to purchase, including Christmas-themed snacks. 

Please book online in advance. The time slot is half an hour per child. 

Location
West Dean Gardens, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0RX