SEN Grotto Day

A calmer Christmas experience at Almondsbury's Christmas Grotto!

Step into a magical and more relaxed festive experience at Almondsbury’s Christmas Grotto — specially designed for those who may benefit from a quieter, SEN-friendly environment.

These sessions offer smaller group sizes, a calmer atmosphere with dimmed lights, softer sounds and Makaton-friendly storytelling to help make the magic more accessible for all.

Your gentle journey begins as you explore a series of enchanting passages and festive scenes, guided by our kind and playful elves. Then, it’s time to enjoy a cosy storytime or fun activities with our elves, before the moment you’ve been waiting for — a relaxed, personal visit with Santa Claus himself.

Santa has taken time out of his busy North Pole schedule to meet each visitor and has a special gift for every child to take home, as a magical memory of their visit.

What’s Included in Your Ticket:

• Smaller groups and a calmer environment

• Gentle lighting and reduced sound levels

• Makaton-friendly storytime and communication

• Guided festive journey through themed rooms

• Visit to Santa’s secret workshop

• Personal meet-and-greet with Santa Claus

• A gift for each child to take home

These quieter sessions are perfect for children with sensory sensitivities or those who find busy environments overwhelming.

Book our SEN-friendly sessions are limited and fill up quickly!