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Festive Fun and Father Christmas at Dover Castle

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Weekend festive days at Dover Castle, 5 to 20 December 2026, 10am to 4pm, with bookable Father Christmas sessions at £12 per child.

About this event

English Heritage runs Festive Fun at Dover Castle on Saturdays and Sundays from 5 to 20 December 2026, 10am to 4pm, included in standard castle entry. Father Christmas sessions run on the same weekends at 10.20am, 11am, 11.40am, 12.20pm, 1.40pm, 2.20pm and 3pm. They must be booked in advance: £12 per child (£9.50 for members), one adult per child, arrive 15 minutes early. Non-members also pay castle admission.

Accessibility

Accessibility details not provided. Check with the organiser.

Details checked against the organiser's listing on 29 October 2026. Plans change, so confirm before you travel.

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