Christmas at Beamish Daytimes
Saturday, 22nd November 2025 to Wednesday, 24th December 2025.
Step back in time and enjoy the wonder of Christmas from across our time periods.
From the Georgian period through to the 1950s, delight in traditional decorations, tasty yuletide treats, festive music and lots of fun activities to help you count down to Christmas.
Free with Beamish Unlimited Pass.
SOLD OUT Daytime Grotto
*SOLD OUT* Saturday, 22nd November – Wednesday, 24th December 2025
Grotto £10.
Bring the whole family to experience the magic of the festive season at Beamish, with a visit to Father Christmas in his enchanting grotto at Rowley Station Goods Yard.
Accompanying adults do not need to purchase a Grotto ticket.
Christmas Films
29th, 30th November, 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th & 21st December 2025.
Adult £12.50, Wheelchair Accessible Seat £10, Child £10. Under 18 months, not requiring their own seat – free entry.
Transport yourself to the golden age of cinema with a nostalgic afternoon in our beautifully restored 1950s Grand Cinema. From White Christmas to Miracle on 34th Street, enjoy timeless classics in a 1950s setting.
SOLD OUT Christmas Evening
*SOLD OUT* 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th & 19th December 2025, 5-9.30pm.
Adult £24, Child £15 Grotto £10.
Immerse yourself in an extra special enchanting evening at Beamish. Enjoy twinkling lights, festive entertainment, and seasonal treats under the night sky.
SOLD OUT Breakfast with Father Christmas
*SOLD OUT* 29th & 30th Nov, 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st Dec 2025, 9am-10am.
Kick off your day with something magical! Join Father Christmas for a bacon or sausage sandwich, before he heads off on his Christmas duties. Little ones will receive a special gift from Father Christmas and there will be plenty of chances to snap the perfect festive photo.
SOLD OUT Quiet Grotto Sessions
*SOLD OUT* Saturday 13th, Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st December 2025.
Grotto £10.
These sessions cost £10 per person taking part in the experience, additional members of the party do not require a ticket to see Father Christmas. Only the person taking part in the experience will receive a gift (tickets subject to availability).
Beamish is hosting three Quiet Santa Sessions in a sensory-friendly grotto, for visitors with additional needs. Father Christmas will be welcoming visitors to his sensory-friendly grotto at the 1820s Waggonway. These sessions are aimed at people with additional needs who may prefer to meet Father Christmas away from his busier grotto at Rowley Station.
