Looking for exciting ways to make this Christmas special for your foster family? Look no further!
Check out some Christmas activities across Devon to make this holiday season unforgettable for the children and young people in your care.
North & Mid Devon
Christmas at Woolley Animals, North Devon – from 8 December 2024
Experience the magic of Christmas at Woolley Animals with alpaca walking, visits to Santa in his grotto, and market traders in the festive Winter Wonderland animal barn.
For more information, visit the Woolley Farm website.
The Milky Way Adventure Park – North Devon – selected dates from 7 to 23 December 2024
Visit Santa’s Christmas Cottage, journey through snowy woods, get creative in the Elf Emporium, and ride the Festive Train!
For more information and to book, visit The Milky Way website.
Made-Well Christmas Quest – selected dates from 30 November to 22 December 2024
Families can enjoy a Christmas Quest, including a visit with Santa at Made-Well CIC near Hatherleigh in West Devon. The Quest coincides with the Made-Well Christmas fayre on 30 November and continues every weekend until Christmas.
For more information visit Made-Well’s website.
Exeter & East Devon
Christmas at Crealy near Exeter – selected dates from 30 November to 23 December 2024
Crealy’s Christmas celebrations return this winter with a glittering show, Christmas activities, and Santa’s toy shop.
Read more about Christmas events at Crealy.
Peter Pan at Exeter Corn Exchange – 14 December 2024 to 1 January 2025
Join the Exeter Corn Exchange for the high-flying pantomime, Peter Pan. This festive show is filled with merriment, music, slapstick fun, and silly sing-alongs!
For more information visit Exeter Corn Exchange Peter Pan.
The Elves and The Shoemaker at Barnfield Theatre, Exeter – 16 to 24 December 2024
A new, interactive version of the classic fairytale, The Elves and the Shoemaker. For more information and tickets, visit The Northcott Theatre website.
Mini Winter Wonderland Trail at Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary – daily until 3 February 2025
Explore the winter trail at Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary, a mini winter wonderland where you can learn about the adoption donkeys while enjoying a seasonal walk. The sanctuary is free to visit and features a play area, daily talks, hands-on exhibits, a maze, and miles of walkways.
More information is available on the Donkey Sanctuary website.
South Devon
Winter Wonderland and Grotto at Pier Point in Torquay – South Devon
Pier Point Bar & Restaurant’s Winter Wonderland Grotto is back, with all profits supporting Rowcroft Hospice. Children can visit Santa in his grotto, choose a gift, and enjoy a hot chocolate and cookie. All proceeds help provide compassionate care for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Santa’s Grotto is open on selected dates from 29 November to 23 December 2024.
For more information visit Pier Point’s website.
Father Christmas Experience at Torre Abbey – South Devon
Father and Mother Christmas will visit Torre Abbey to meet families before Christmas Day. Explore the Abbey and Gardens, visit the Christmas around the World exhibition, and enjoy Winterfest, including a Christmas market and free crafts for children. The Father Christmas Experience runs on selected dates from 30 November to 15 December 2024.
For more information visit Torre Abbey.
‘Tis the Season at Torquay Museum, South Devon – 7 and 14 December 2024
Visit Torquay Museum for festive crafts, live entertainment, and stalls selling gifts and Christmas trail and stocking fillers.
More details are available on the Torquay Museum website.
Christmas Wonderland Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village – selected dates from 30 November to 31 December 2024
Enter a magical miniature wonderland of festive lights at Babbacombe Model Village. Enjoy miniature seasonal scenes, a Christmas character spotter sheet, and crazy golf. Christmas lights from 3.30pm.
Find out more about Christmas at Babbacombe Model Village on their website.
Zooluminate – 13 December to 4 January 2025
Experience a magical, wintery walk featuring stunning light installations.
For more information visit Dartmoor Zoo.
Christmas Trains in Devon
A series of festive trains, including the Polar Express. Expect plenty of festive cheer and maybe even a visit from Santa.
Find out more in the full guide to steam trains in Devon.
Christmas Nativity at Pennywell Farm – 15 November to 24 December 2024
Pennywell Farm’s magical Christmas event begins with a welcome from the elves before you are transported back 2,000 years to a nativity scene starring farm animals. Enjoy treats for all ages and a visit to meet Father Christmas in an enchanted forest.
Find out more about Christmas at Pennywell Farm.
Santa at Paignton Zoo – selected dates from 30 November to 24 December 2024
Santa will be visiting Paignton Zoo on selected dates throughout the festive season. You can visit him in his grotto, Mrs. Claus will host storytelling sessions, and there will be live music, mulled cider, and mince pies at the weekends.
Find out more about what’s on at Paignton Zoo this Christmas.