The Ultimate Visitor Guide
Father Christmas Visits Dorset
10 November 2025
Whether you call him Santa Claus, Father Christmas, St Nicks or simply Santa, your little one will want to meet the real Santa in Dorset this year. Lucky for you, many of Dorset's businesses have arranged magical experiences and Santa's Grottos throughout Dorset for you and your family to do just that.
Maybe you're looking for breakfast with Santa, a magical winter wonderland, or a SEN Santa visit.
We are building up all the best local events, so take a look at the festive fun to be found in Dorset this year and we will keep adding to the list!
Have a magical Dorset Christmas!
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Upcoming events in Dorset
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Sunset BBQ on the Bay Cruise
Weymouth
Sat2ndMay
Allington Hill Country Fair
Bridport
Sat2ndMay
Andrew Simpson Sailing Centre Open Day
Portland
Sat2ndMay
Mini Steam Fair on Poole Quay
Poole
Sat2ndMay
The Freddie & Queen Experience on Bournemouth Pier
Bournemouth
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Weymouth
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