1 to 24 December Leicester city centre Free
A calm Christmas grotto made only for children and adults with disabilities, and the families who love them. Every visit is shaped around the person at its heart, and every child leaves with a gift.
20 Freeschool Lane
Leicester LE1 4FY, city centre
Free, and a gift for every child
Funded by our family, booking only
The whole family is welcome
Siblings, parents and carers come in too
Only for families with a child or adult who has a disability, so every visit stays calm and unhurried.
You tell us about your visitor when you book. Santa and the elves read it before you arrive, so nothing is a surprise for them, or for you.
Santa knows their name, what they love, and how they like to communicate before they walk in.
Soft lighting, quiet music and time to settle. Step out for a break whenever you need one.
Chosen by the elves around each child's interests, whether or not they say a word to Santa.
On his lap, beside him, or with a wave from across the room. Whatever feels right on the day.
Our story
In 2022 we opened the first grotto so that children with disabilities could meet Santa without crowds, noise or a ticking clock.
It has grown into one of the largest inclusive Christmas experiences in the world. It is still funded by our family every year, we buy every gift ourselves, and a team who care deeply about getting it right helps us make each visit special.
From families who have visited
“You really are a miracle team, bringing not only joy to the children but also making it special for the parents by giving them a space where they’re not judged or rushed.”
My son had the best experience last time. He even said his first word while we were there, it was so magical.
Thank you so much for Henry’s visit yesterday, he was absolutely over the moon. He is so proud that he is at the top of the nice list and I think he wants Jingle Bells to be his new best friend.
We have purposely avoided all grottos in fear of how E would react, so to know it’s a safe space for him will be amazing!
She was amazing, had our kids in stitches and relaxed. Worth her weight in gold, a real gem.
Your Santas are amazing. I truly hope more people are inspired by this grotto and thoughtful Santas become standard.
If I could I’d definitely book in to come again. I loved it.
Kind words from local organisations
“Fabulous. You are doing a wonderful thing.”
The Lily Foundation
“Fantastic to see you guys back for this year!”
Visit Leicester
“Lovely and magical.”
Discover Leicester
Times for this year are not out yet. Leave your details and we will email you as soon as the schedule is released, before we announce it anywhere else.
20 Freeschool Lane, Leicester LE1 4FY
In Leicester city centre.
Get directions (opens Google Maps)
Companies can help by sponsoring toys for the children who visit. 100% of sponsorship is spent on toys for the children.
Support the grotto
We are looking for warm, patient people to help from 1 to 24 December.
Volunteer with usSanta's Inclusive Grotto is only for families with a child or adult who has a disability. Brothers, sisters, parents and carers are very welcome to come in too.
Yes. Our family funds the grotto and buys every gift. Booking is only so we can prepare for each visitor.
Message us or use the link in your reminder and we will move your booking, with no fuss. Cancelling early lets a family on the waitlist take the slot.
Only the Santa, elves and organisers who need it on the day. Health details are seen only by our organisers. We delete it all after the season ends.
Of course. There is no rush and no queue behind you. Step out whenever you need to and come back when you are ready.