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Stories with Santa at Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle · Warwick, Warwickshire · 21st November to 24th December 2026
About this event
Stories with Santa is Warwick Castle's Christmas meet and greet, running on selected dates from 21 November to 24 December 2026 as part of Christmas at the Castle. It is a 30 minute experience in the Great Hall, in timed slots that are chosen when you book and cannot be changed on the day.
The session begins with Santa's elves and a festive activity to help save Christmas. Santa and Mrs Claus then share a storytime with the children.
Each child receives a small festive gift, and adults are offered a complimentary mince pie. Children under 2 need their own ticket, booked using the under 2 option, and partner discount tickets do not include Stories with Santa.
The Castle and Santa ticket includes daytime castle and grounds access from 10:00 to 16:00, so the storytime fits into a full castle day. If you already hold a castle ticket, Stories with Santa can be added by contacting the castle. Gold and Platinum Merlin Annual Passholders can book at 20 per cent off, and guests on accommodation bookings already have Stories with Santa included.
Storytime with Santa and Mrs Claus
After helping Santa's elves with a festive mission to save Christmas, children settle into the Great Hall of Warwick Castle for a storytime with both Santa and Mrs Claus, all within a 30 minute session.
A full castle day included
The Castle and Santa ticket, from £29 per person, includes daytime castle and grounds access from 10:00 to 16:00, so the 30 minute storytime can sit inside a longer day exploring the castle.
Gifts for children, mince pies for adults
Each child receives a small festive gift from the session, and every adult is offered a complimentary mince pie. Gold and Platinum Merlin Annual Passholders save 20 per cent when booking Stories with Santa online.
Plan your visit
Dates and times
21st November to 24th December 2026
Selected dates, 21 November to 24 December 2026
Castle and grounds 10:00 - 16:00, last entry 15:00
Stories with Santa lasts 30 minutes
Arrive at the Great Hall at least 10 minutes before your slotAges
All Ages
Parking
Stable Car Park All Day: £10.00
Stratford Road Car Park All Day: £6.00
Getting there
By Train
The nearest train station is Warwick Station, just one mile from the castle. You can also arrive via Warwick Parkway Station (around 1.5 miles away) with frequent services from London, Birmingham, and beyond.
By Bus
Regular local buses run to Warwick town centre from Coventry, Leamington Spa, and Stratford-upon-Avon. From there, it’s just a short walk to the castle. The X18 and X17 bus routes both stop in Warwick close to the entrance.
By Car
Warwick Castle is well signposted and located off the M40 (junction 15), with clear signs directing you to the attraction. The main castle address for sat nav is CV34 6AH (Stratford Road Car Park, £6 all day). If you prefer the Stables Car Park on Castle Lane, which is closer to the entrance, use CV34 4QU (£10 all day).
VIP Pass
Members save at selected Christmas days out
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