The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026
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The Father Christmas Experience returns to Smithills Hall in Bolton on 12 December 2026. Children can see Father Christmas in thirty-minute time slots while making decorations and enjoying festive treats. Additional activities include the Candy Cane Trail and the Elf Storytime Show. Tickets cost £24.54 per child with two accompanying adults.
Back again our popular Father Christmas Experience.
The day begins at 10am with the first slot to see Father Christmas. Each 30 minute time slot has 6 children. Whilst waiting to see Father Christmas in the waiting room you can make a traditional wooden tree decoration, enjoy festive drinks and treats from Bake and Roast and play some old fashioned games. Either before or after your visit to Father Christmas, you can also participate in the Candy Cane Trail and the Elf Storytime Show.
Please note that the Elf Storytime Show will take place at 11am, 12.30pm, 2.30pm and 4.30pm. If you have a gap of more than an hour before your elf show - this is an ideal opportunity to book a table for some festive fayre at our cafe "Bake and Roast".
The tickets are for ONE child with two accompanying adults. Extra adults can attend on the day (subject to availability) with a pay on the day fee of £3.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NON-REFUNDABLE, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SELECTED THE CORRECT DATE AND TIME SLOT BEFORE MAKING PAYMENT.
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Frequently asked questions
The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 10:30.
The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 is held at Smithills Hall in Bolton (Smithills Dean Road, Bolton, BL1 7NP).
Tickets for The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 are priced at £24.54. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Smithills Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Father Christmas Experience returns to Smithills Hall in Bolton on 12 December 2026. Children can see Father Christmas in thirty-minute time slots while making decorations and enjoying festive treats. Additional activities include the Candy Cane Trail and the Elf Storytime Show. Tickets cost £24.54 per child with two accompanying adults.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Back again our popular Father Christmas Experience.
The day begins at 10am with the first slot to see Father Christmas. Each 30 minute time slot has 6 children. Whilst waiting to see Father Christmas in the waiting room you can make a traditional wooden tree decoration, enjoy festive drinks and treats from Bake and Roast and play some old fashioned games. Either before or after your visit to Father Christmas, you can also participate in the Candy Cane Trail and the Elf Storytime Show.
Please note that the Elf Storytime Show will take place at 11am, 12.30pm, 2.30pm and 4.30pm. If you have a gap of more than an hour before your elf show - this is an ideal opportunity to book a table for some festive fayre at our cafe "Bake and Roast".
The tickets are for ONE child with two accompanying adults. Extra adults can attend on the day (subject to availability) with a pay on the day fee of £3.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NON-REFUNDABLE, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SELECTED THE CORRECT DATE AND TIME SLOT BEFORE MAKING PAYMENT.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Smithills Hall. Searching near Smithills Dean Road, Bolton, BL1 7NP; check-in Saturday, 12 December 2026.
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WhereSmithills Hall
Smithills Dean Road, Bolton, BL1 7NP
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026?
The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 10:30.
Where is The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 taking place?
The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 is held at Smithills Hall in Bolton (Smithills Dean Road, Bolton, BL1 7NP).
How much are tickets for The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026?
Tickets for The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 are priced at £24.54. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Smithills Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026?
Tickets for The Father Christmas Experience at Smithills Hall 2026 can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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