When is Christmas in Surrey in 2026?
It runs for four days, from Saturday 21 to Tuesday 24 November 2026.
What are the opening times?
10am to 5pm on each of the four days: Saturday 21, Sunday 22, Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 November 2026. The organiser says times may change.
How much are tickets?
Tickets for 2026 are £6 for an individual, £9 for a couple (two adults) and £12 for a family (two adults and up to two children under 13). Book them in advance. The organiser expects all four days to sell out. Workshops and Santa's Grotto are booked separately: the Grotto starts from £20 a child, and booking a creative workshop includes the entry fee.
Where is Christmas in Surrey?
At Sandown Park Racecourse, Portsmouth Road, Esher, Surrey KT10 9AJ. The racecourse is in a parkland setting in the town of Esher.
How do I get there?
By train, Esher station is about a 10-minute walk from the entrances, with direct trains from London Waterloo. By car, leave the M25 at Junction 10, follow the A3 towards London, then take the A244 to Esher, and for satnav use Portsmouth Road rather than the postcode to reach the main car park.
Is there parking?
Parking is on site, with accessible parking available throughout the event.
What is there to see and do?
A four-day indoor Christmas fair with independent makers, designers and small businesses selling gifts, homeware, decorations, fashion, accessories, food and seasonal treats, in categories from jewellery and art to wellbeing and beauty, crafts and ceramics, and pets. There are festive workshops and Santa's Grotto, and entertainment for the family is promised, with the programme still to be announced.
What are the workshops and Santa's Grotto?
Festive workshops are led by expert makers and include wreath making and candle pouring, and can be booked in advance. Santa's Grotto is a decorated grotto with Father Christmas, elves, photo opportunities and face painting, from £20 a child, with family discounts. Both are booked separately from entry tickets.
Is there anything for children?
Yes. Santa's Grotto and festive workshops are for families, with entertainment promised, and children under 13 are included on the £12 family ticket (up to two children per ticket).
Can I eat and drink at the fair?
Food, refreshments and seasonal treats are listed, and Food & Drink is the largest group of exhibitors on the event's list, which is still being added to.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Dogs are not allowed within the grounds of Sandown Park, with the exception of registered assistance dogs, which are welcome with their owners. Assistance dogs must be registered at the Ticket Enquiries desk in the Main Foyer.
What access is there for wheelchair users and others who need help getting around?
Sandown Park has an entrance accessible for wheelchair users, lifts accessible to wheelchair users and disabled toilet facilities. Parking for guests with disabilities is near the Main Entrance, and accessible parking is available on site throughout the event.