Santa’s Grotto

Santa's Grotto

Santa’s Grotto

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Santa's Grotto

Santa’s Grotto at Milton Keynes Museum

A magical Christmas experience with Santa and his elves – plus, a whole Victorian Christmas to discover.

Step into the magic of Christmas at Milton Keynes Museum this December, where Santa’s Grotto comes to life alongside our enchanting Victorian Christmas experience.

From Friday 4 to Sunday 20 December, bring your little ones to meet Father Christmas and his merry elves and enjoy a festive adventure packed with Christmas magic. Santa’s Grotto runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.

Your ticket includes a Victorian Christmas too

What makes a visit to Milton Keynes Museum extra special is that Santa’s Grotto is just part of the experience.

After meeting Santa, explore our Victorian Christmas, where the Museum is transformed for the festive season. Wander along our snow-dusted Street of Shops, see Christmas as it might have been celebrated in Victorian times, and soak up the atmosphere with mulled wine and mince pies for the grown-ups.

It’s more than a trip to see Santa  –  it’s a whole Christmas day out for the family.

Book your Santa’s Grotto visit

Santa’s Grotto runs Friday 4 – Sunday 20 December, Fridays through Sundays only.

Pre-booking is essential, sorry, no walk-ups are available.

Santa’s Grotto Opening Times

Friday 4, 11 and 18 Dec
4:30pm– 7:00pm 

Saturday 5, 12 and 19 Dec
10:30am – 5:00pm

Sunday 6, 13 and 20 Dec 
10:30am – 5:00pm

Santa’s Grotto Prices 
£16 per child, adults are free!

Please note: The cost of the Santa visit covers entry to the grotto and a gift from Father Christmas. You must also purchase Museum tickets in advance or present your annual ticket on the day. Under 5s are free.

All tickets to the Museum are converted to annual passes so you pay once and can visit for free all year.

On the booking link, click ‘Events’ from the drop down Gift Aid list to proceed with your booking. 

“Truly charming, and a great way to make some fabulous family memories.”
MK Pulse

Milton Keynes Museum is an independent charity. The cost of your ticket and the money you spend in the shop and tearoom is vital to keep the museum open for all to enjoy. Thank you for playing your part.

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Education Officer

Ellie megram

Ellie has lived in Milton Keynes and the surrounding area all her life.

Before joining Milton Keynes Museum, she worked as a primary school teacher where she especially enjoyed
planning enrichment activities and special events to give children a wealth of memorable experiences.

Passionate about the importance of learning beyond the classroom, Ellie values hands-on, interactive experiences that inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

In her role as Education Officer, she develops engaging learning experiences and resources that bring the museum’s collections to life and spark fascination for learners of all ages.

Community Outreach Officer

Laura Dove

Laura is a creative who has previously worked in the Charity, Education & Local Government sectors, with three years of experience in community roles and is the Visual Arts Director of a Community-Based organisation in Uganda called Tambularts.

She’s based in Bedford but has had links to Milton Keynes throughout her life. She believes in bringing people together for the sake of the arts and aims to achieve this through the ‘Museum for a New City’ project by including a diverse range of the Milton Keynes community.

Laura loves the interactive nature of the Museum and as the Community Outreach Officer at Milton Keynes Museum, she wants to make sure people are involved in telling their stories and building heritage to contribute towards the permanent exhibitions in the new gallery.