This festive season, Father Christmas is flying back to Margate Caves for our ever-popular Christmas at the Caves event.
Pull back the curtain and venture deep underground into the enchanting depths of the Caves and explore our sparkling subterranean wonderland, this year complete with scenes from your pantomime favourites.
Follow our trail, offer a magic coin to Snow White's wishing well, be our guest at the Beauty and the Beast photo point, savour our warming luxury hot chocolates and join in with creative craft sessions at our Christmas workshop.
And of course, the main event - meet Father Christmas in his cosy cave and enjoy a private visit, with a special children's gift exclusive to 2024.
Child (under 16)
Up to 2 Adults (16+)
Extra Adult
£13.50
Free
£4.00
Price is plus booking fee.
Selected dates. For specific dates and
times, see our booking page above.
Group size is limited to 6 people,
including children.
Refunds and exchanges are not available. Please read our FAQs and T&Cs carefully.
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Where can I buy tickets?
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Does everyone need to purchase a Christmas at the Caves ticket?All children wishing to meet Father Christmas and receive a gift, require a ticket. Babe-in-arms not requiring a gift are free of charge. The first 2 adults per booking are free, regardless of the number of children on the booking; any additional adults will be charged at £4 each on the door. Only one booking per customer per day - multiple bookings will not be allowed into Father Christmas’s Cosy Cave at the same time.
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Will my visit with Father Christmas be private?Yes. The Caves and Christmas Crafts sessions are shared experiences with other groups. However, when visiting Father Christmas there will only be your group with him in his cosy cave.
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Can I visit Father Christmas with another family group?Due to size limitations of Father Christmas’s cosy cave group sizes are limited to 6 people, including children.
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What will happen if we arrive late?It is essential that guests arrive promptly for their time slot. If you are early, you will be able to enjoy your Christmas Crafts session, or use the café. Unfortunately, late arrivals will not be admitted into the Caves and we cannot offer refunds.
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Can I bring a pushchair into Christmas at the Caves?The Caves are not accessible to buggies, so guests will be asked to leave all buggies and pushchairs in the designated Buggy Park.
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Is Christmas at the Caves accessible?The experience is in the Caves and as such is not fully accessible; there are 32 steps to enter the Caves and access is not possible for pushchairs, buggies and wheelchairs. There will be time spent in the Caves as part of your visit and there may be some waiting to visit Father Christmas. If your child will struggle with this we recommend booking into one of the first two time slots of the day.
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What is the refund policy?If we find it necessary to close the event for any reason, we will offer you a full refund or the option to book in to an alternative day (subject to availability). If you are late for your allocated time or cannot make your booking, unfortunately we cannot offer a refund. Please ensure that you are confident in being able to fulfil your booking before completing the purchase of your tickets. Tickets cannot be swapped or names changed once booked.
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Can I change my booked visit time?Unfortunately, we cannot change ticket times and cannot provide refunds for missed time slots.
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How will I receive my tickets, and do I need to print them out?Tickets will be emailed to the address used to book your tickets. You do not need to print them out.
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Who should I contact if I have a query?Please email our team at info@margatecaves.co.uk
Terms & Conditions
1. When you purchase your tickets, you are accepting that these terms and conditions form the basis of any contract between The Margate Caves Community Education Trust and you. A contract does not exist between you and the Margate Caves for the sale of any tickets, until we have received and accepted your order and received payment in full. Once cleared funds are received, there is a binding contract between us.
2. The description and price of the Christmas in the Caves experience you order will be shown on the Caves website at the time you place your order. There is an Eventbrite booking fee in addition to our ticket price. Once you have paid, we will not increase the price of your tickets.
5. Due to size limitations, group sizes to see Father Christmas are limited to 6 people, including children.
6. All children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. All children are the responsibility of their parent or guardian and must be supervised at all times. The Caves are a heritage site and must be treated with respect - guests should take direction from our Elves to ensure everyone’s safety.
7. We cannot issue any refunds or change bookings unfortunately. Tickets cannot be swapped or names changed. Latecomers will not be admitted.
8. Details of the event, along with dates and timings of event may be subject to change.
9. Once purchased, online tickets may not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Any discounts or offers online are available for limited quantities and periods only.
3. All children wishing to meet Father Christmas and receive a gift require a Christmas at the Caves ticket. Babe-in-arms not requiring a gift are free of charge. Up to 2 adults per booking are free and no ticket is needed. Additional adults cost £4 each to be paid for on the day.
4. Only one booking per customer per day – multiple bookings will not be allowed into Father Christmas’s Cosy Cave at the same time.
10. This is a family-friendly event and we expect all guests to be respectful and mindful of all other guests and team members. The Margate Caves reserves the right to refuse entry. Unacceptable behaviour, aggression and violence will not be tolerated.