Santa’s Grotto 2026
Get ready to experience the magic of Christmas here at Broad Street Mall!
Santa’s sleigh is on its way, and he’s making a very special stop at Central Square to meet lots of excited little shoppers.
From Saturday 21st November to Thursday 24th December, families can drop in to meet the man in red. No booking needed!
For just £6.50 per child, enjoy a magical meet-and-greet with Santa and receive a special festive gift.
Treasure the memory of meeting Santa forever and purchase photos and keepsakes from your visit separately.
Find the Grotto dates and times below – and don’t forget to bring your wish list!
Adding to the festive sparkle, talented local musicians will be performing heart-warming Christmas tunes on selected Saturdays over the festive period.
Take a moment to pause, sing along, and let the magic of live music make your shopping trip extra special.
Give a little extra love this Christmas with Topsy’s Teddy Bear Mission!
This festive season, help give a child the gift of comfort with Topsy’s Teddy Bear Mission, in partnership with The Teddy Trust. Donate a traditional teddy bear and give it a new home with a child who needs a cuddly friend.
For a child who has never owned a teddy bear, receiving one could mean much more than having a new toy. It’s something to cuddle, a friendly face to turn to and a little companion to call their own.
To find out more about Topsy’s Teddy Bear Mission, click HERE.
To find out how to donate, click HERE.
Grotto Opening Times
| Date | Day | Time AM | Time PM | |
| 21-Nov | SAT | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 22-Nov | SUN | 11am-1pm | 1:45pm-4:30pm | |
| 27-Nov | FRI | 11am-1pm | 1:45pm-5pm | |
| 28-Nov | SAT | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 29-Nov | SUN | 11am-1pm | 1:45pm-4:30pm | |
| 04-Dec | FRI | 11am-1pm | 1:30pm-5pm | |
| 05-Dec | SAT | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 06-Dec | SUN | 11am-1pm | 1:45pm-4:30pm | |
| 08-Dec | TUE | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 09-Dec | WED | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 10-Dec | THUR | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 11-Dec | FRI | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 12-Dec | SAT | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 13-Dec | SUN | 11am-1pm | 1:45pm-4:30pm | |
| 14-Dec | MON | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 15-Dec | TUES | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 16-Dec | WED | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 17-Dec | THUR | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5pm | |
| 18-Dec | FRI | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5.30pm | |
| 19-Dec | SAT | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 20-Dec | SUN | 11am-1pm | 1:45pm-4:30pm | |
| 21-Dec | MON | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 22-Dec | TUE | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 23-Dec | WED | 10am-1pm | 2pm-5:30pm | |
| 24-Dec | THUR | 10am-3pm | Closed from 3pm | |