Your go-to resource for holiday fun in Surbiton is here! Explore our guide for all the festive events and activities. For Surbiton connoisseurs and first-timers, our guide is your key to unlocking holiday treasures.
This season, immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas with A Santa Experience at Bockett's Farm, where children can meet Santa in a delightful farm setting. Another treat is Denbies Santa Express, featuring a scenic train ride through the vineyards, complete with festive cheer. And the fairy tale ambiance of A Fairy Tale Christmas at Polesden Lacey is something you definitely don't want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Surbiton
- A Santa Experience at Bockett's Farm (Leatherhead)
- Denbies Santa Express (Dorking)
- A fairy tale Christmas at Polesden Lacey (Dorking)
- Christmas at Hatchlands Park (East Clandon)
- Guildford Festive Family Day (Guildford)
- Santa Cruises at the Basingstoke Canal Centre (Mytchett)
- Chobham Adventure Farm's Magical Christmas (Chobham)
- Shaun the Sheep winter trail at Winkworth Arboretum (Godalming)
- Christmas at Bocketts Farm (Leatherhead)
- Aldershot Christmas Cracker (Aldershot)
See these and even more events listed below!
Surbiton Holiday Markets and Shopping
Guildford Festive Family Day
What to Expect:
Free entertainment and activities for all ages.
Description:
Join Guildford Borough Council and Experience Guildford for a free festive family fun day in Guildford town centre. The event features music, dance, and drama at Tunsgate Arch and Friary Street. Enjoy the Bigmouth Christmas disco, face painting, and a colourful Christmas market. Shoppers can grab gifts and festive treats while younger shoppers are entertained with children's workshops and live music in pubs and bars.
Where: Guildford | More Info: Guildford Festive Family Day
Farnborough Frost Fair
What to Expect:
Free family-friendly event with over 100 performers and various activities.
Description:
Farnborough Frost Fair is a vibrant Christmas celebration in Farnborough town centre, featuring over 50 stalls selling local food, handmade jewellery, and unique decorations. Families can enjoy walkabout street theatre, circus skills, and meet Father Christmas in his grotto. The event also includes live performances by brass bands, local choirs, and dance schools.
Where: Farnborough | More Info: Farnborough Frost Fair
Godalming Christmas Festival Market
What to Expect:
Spectacular array of carefully selected gifts and festive food.
Description:
Godalming Christmas Festival Market features a variety of festive stalls along High Street, Church Street, and Crown Court, offering top-quality crafts, decorations, and seasonal food and drink.
Where: Godalming | More Info: Godalming Christmas Festival Market
Farncombe Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Local produce and handmade gifts available.
Description:
The Farncombe Christmas Market, hosted by Godalming Town Council in conjunction with South Western Railway, offers a variety of stalls selling Christmas gifts, local produce, and baked goods. The event takes place at Farncombe Station Car Park on Saturday, 7 December from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
Where: Farncombe | More Info: Farncombe Christmas Market
Carshalton Frost Fair
What to Expect:
Traditional winter event with live music and local crafts.
Description:
Carshalton Frost Fair is a traditional winter event held in the beautiful setting of Carshalton Ponds. It features live entertainment, including carol singing and folk bands, alongside a variety of stalls offering locally made Christmas gifts and tasty treats. The event includes a Santa Grotto, children's craft activities, and a hog roast.
Where: Carshalton | More Info: Carshalton Frost Fair
Surbiton Holiday Shows and Entertainment
A fairy tale Christmas at Polesden Lacey
What to Expect:
Elaborately decorated Edwardian house with a vintage carousel and immersive scenes.
Description:
Step into a sumptuous Edwardian house at Polesden Lacey, elaborately dressed for a Christmas masquerade ball inspired by Mrs Greville's attendance at the famous Devonshire House Ball in 1897. Enjoy immersive scenes throughout the house, a 20ft Christmas tree in the Grand Hall, and a vintage hand-carved carousel. Explore an outdoor Christmas trail themed on Grizwald the Griffin, filled with magic and wonder.
Where: Dorking | More Info: A fairy tale Christmas at Polesden Lacey
Surbiton Other Holiday Activities
A Santa Experience at Bockett's Farm
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa experience with various festive activities.
Description:
Meet Father Christmas at Bocketts Farm, where children can hop on the Santa Express, visit his traditional workshop, and receive a special golden coin to spend in his toy shop. Activities include making Reindeer Food, completing the Christmas Trail, and getting creative in the Christmas Craft Corner. The event also features a Giant Snowglobe, friendly farm animals, and heated indoor soft play.
Where: Leatherhead | More Info: A Santa Experience at Bockett's Farm
Denbies Santa Express
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday experience with Santa and festive activities.
Description:
Join Denbies Wine Estate for a special ride on Santa's Express train, featuring a unique 'passport' from Santa, a ride through the vineyard, and a gift at the end of your journey.
Where: Dorking | More Info: Denbies Santa Express
Christmas at Hatchlands Park
What to Expect:
Nautical-themed decorations and family activities.
Description:
At Hatchlands Park, immerse yourself in a traditional country house Christmas. Inspired by the carol 'I Saw Three Ships,' the beautifully decorated rooms feature nautical touches. Enjoy family activities on the festive parkland trail, including a visit to Father Christmas in his cosy hideout.
Where: East Clandon | More Info: Christmas at Hatchlands Park
Santa Cruises at the Basingstoke Canal Centre
What to Expect:
Special gift for children at Santa's grotto.
Description:
Join a gentle cruise aboard the Rosebud boat to Santa's woodland grotto, where little ones can follow the tinsel trail to find Father Christmas and receive a special gift. Enjoy Christmas colouring activities, warm drinks, and mince pies at the canal centre.
Where: Mytchett | More Info: Santa Cruises at the Basingstoke Canal Centre
Chobham Adventure Farm's Magical Christmas
What to Expect:
Interactive reindeer experiences and sleigh driving lessons.
Description:
At Chobham Adventure Farm, immerse yourself in a Christmas adventure featuring real reindeer, sleigh driving lessons, and encounters with Father Christmas. Enjoy interactive activities, including making reindeer food, dodging snowballs, and exploring the Reindeer Lodge. The event also includes access to indoor and outdoor play areas, elf tunnels, and a toy shop.
Where: Chobham | More Info: Chobham Adventure Farm's Magical Christmas
Shaun the Sheep winter trail at Winkworth Arboretum
What to Expect:
Interactive winter trail with oversized Shaun the Sheep sculptures.
Description:
Explore Winkworth Arboretum this winter and find twelve super-sized Shaun the Sheep sculptures, each uniquely designed by talented artists. Enjoy fun games, carousel rides, and delicious winter treats along the trail.
Where: Godalming | More Info: Shaun the Sheep winter trail at Winkworth Arboretum
Christmas at Bocketts Farm
What to Expect:
Meet Father Christmas with a special golden coin and enjoy farm activities.
Description:
Visit Bocketts Farm for a Christmas celebration featuring Father Christmas in his traditional workshop, Reindeer Food, and festive activities.
Where: Leatherhead | More Info: Christmas at Bocketts Farm
Aldershot Christmas Cracker
What to Expect:
Interactive entertainment with local performers and festive activities.
Description:
The Aldershot Christmas Cracker features over 35 craft, food, and community stalls, a nativity farm with donkeys, Juggling Jake, Lego brick building, birds of prey, free children's Christmas crafts, face painting, brass bands, and live entertainment across two stages. Children can meet Father Christmas in his grotto and enjoy the giant snow globe.
Where: Aldershot | More Info: Aldershot Christmas Cracker
Festive Family Days at Ashtead Garden Centre
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with Santa and festive treats.
Description:
At Ashtead Park Garden Centre, join in the holiday fun with activities like visiting nativity animals, following a turkey trivia trail, and creating Christmas decorations. Enjoy festive treats and hot chocolate while choosing a family Christmas tree. Face painting and balloon characters add to the excitement.
Where: Ashtead | More Info: Festive Family Days at Ashtead Garden Centre
Tails & Trails at Gatton Park
What to Expect:
Interactive storytelling with garden exploration.
Description:
At Tails & Trails at Gatton Park, children can listen to stories and engage in craft activities, followed by explorations of the garden trails. Each session includes a final craft project to complete.
Where: Reigate | More Info: Tails & Trails at Gatton Park
Christmas Soap Making at Farnham Maltings
What to Expect:
Hands-on soap-making workshop for children aged 4+.
Description:
Join Fun Laboratory Club at Farnham Maltings to create unique Christmas soaps using clear melt and pour soap, SLS and SLES free, along with a range of essential oils and various colours. Each soap will be individually wrapped and labelled. No prior experience is necessary, and all materials are provided.
Where: Farnham | More Info: Christmas Soap Making at Farnham Maltings
Family Drum Circle at Cranleigh Arts
What to Expect:
Interactive drumming session with no wrong notes.
Description:
Join Ray Watters for a fun-packed community drum circle at Cranleigh Arts. This family-friendly event is open to everyone, with no musical experience necessary. All drums and percussion are provided, and it's all about taking part and having fun.
Where: Cranleigh | More Info: Family Drum Circle at Cranleigh Arts
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