{"title": "Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House relaxed sessions", "start": "2026-11-21T15:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Queen's House", "address": "SE10 9NF London", "price": "Child and an accompanying adult: £30 | Additional adult or child: £30 | Family Member child and acco", "price_from": "30.00", "price_to": "30.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House relaxed sessions are quieter visits where children meet Santa after an actor-led adventure through a snowy wonderland inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale of the Snow Queen. They are run by Royal Museums Greenwich at the Queen's House, a former royal residence, and are designed for neurodivergent and SEND visitors, with fewer tickets per time slot, reduced lighting and music, and staff more relaxed about noise and movement. Along the way children meet the Snow Queen, the Hobgoblin, Gerda, Kai and the little robber girl, before the adventure ends in Santa's Grotto, where each little one receives a special gift to take home. Wheelchair users are asked to contact the venue in advance, and pre-booking is recommended as places are limited.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/santas-grotto-at-the-queens-house-relaxed-sessions-38315/", "official_url": "https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/queens-house/santas-grotto-queens-house-relaxed-sessions", "image": "https://noky.io/images/9f02b2b7b6d216ea380b70fdbf27da428fc1452fa58eff2b539c4c99573cd3e5-1200.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-21T15:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Queen's House", "address": "SE10 9NF London", "tickets": ""}, {"start": "2026-11-27T16:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Queen's House", "address": "SE10 9NF London", "tickets": ""}, {"start": "2026-12-18T16:15:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Queen's House", "address": "SE10 9NF London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Santa’s Grotto at the Queen’s House", "start": "2026-11-14T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "Queen's House", "address": "SE10 9NF London", "price": "Early bird: £27 per person | General tickets: £30 | Members: £25 | Under 1s: Free", "price_from": "27.00", "price_to": "30.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["literature/fairy-tales", "occasion/christmas"], "description": "Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House is a festive family experience where children meet Father Christmas and receive a gift, set in a decorated former royal residence. 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There is also one-on-one time with Santa amid snowy trees, lavish decorations and icy blue lights.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/santas-grotto-at-the-queens-house-38314/", "official_url": "https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/queens-house/santas-grotto-queens-house", "image": "https://noky.io/images/9f02b2b7b6d216ea380b70fdbf27da428fc1452fa58eff2b539c4c99573cd3e5-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Victorian Santa's grotto", "start": "2026-11-20T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-23T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Museum Docklands", "address": "No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4AL London", "price": "from £15.00", "price_from": "15.00", "price_to": null, "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Victorian Santa's grotto is a family activity at London Museum Docklands, where children stroll through the Sailortown gallery, decked out in festive decorations, to meet Santa in his Dickensian-style grotto. The museum runs the experience: each 15-minute session includes a visit with Santa and an age-appropriate gift inspired by traditional Victorian toys, made from classic materials with minimal plastic. Quiet, sensory-friendly sessions are offered for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and photography is welcome. Adults must accompany children but do not need tickets, and advance booking is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/victorian-santas-grotto-37063/", "official_url": "https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/victorian-santas-grotto/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/18a2a012cf5858eef24165377d95ef39a6a27dde46d4b99abc6f5804c8b3413b-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Meet Santa at London Zoo", "start": "2026-11-21T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Zoo", "address": "Regent's Park, NW1 4RY London", "price": "£19.50 per child (Meet Santa); £40 per child / £20 per adult (Meet Santa Penguin Feed)", "price_from": "17.50", "price_to": "40.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["nature/animals", "occasion/christmas"], "description": "Meet Santa at London Zoo is a Christmas experience at which children take part in crafts before visiting Santa in his grotto and receiving an early gift. It is run by London Zoo, the zoo in Regent's Park. An upgrade combines the visit with feeding the Humboldt penguins at Penguin Beach and a short tour of the Zoo. Relaxed sessions with reduced sensory stimulation are offered for visitors with additional needs.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/meet-santa-at-london-zoo-91365/", "official_url": "https://www.londonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events/meet-santa-london-zoo", "image": "https://noky.io/images/f26249fd51429416c03b7756f5cff6e78e1dcd2c6b29d04ec21b0dcef652b8e5-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Sensory Stay and Play at Queen's Park Library", "start": "2026-11-21T00:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Queen's Park Library", "address": "Harrow Road 666, W10 4NE London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["wellness"], "description": "Sensory Stay and Play at Queen's Park Library is a quiet, calm multisensory play session for children up to 11 years old. It is run by Westminster's libraries and is open to children of all abilities, including those with Special Needs and Disabilities (SEND), together with their parents and carers. Children can explore light tubes, kinetic toys and a sensory pop-up tent. Every child must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the session.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sensory-stay-and-play-at-queens-park-library-88128/", "official_url": "https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/sensory-stay-and-play-queens-park-library", "image": ""}, {"title": "Santa’s Winter Garden", "start": "2026-11-20T00:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Fulham Palace", "address": "London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Santa's Winter Garden turns the historic walled gardens of Fulham Palace into a snowy Christmas adventure for families. It is run as a partnership between Fulham Palace Trust and Intuitive Festive Events, working with special effects experts from snow-filled Christmas films. Snow falls, lights sparkle, and families explore a wintry world of magic and surprises before a private visit with Santa for photos, hugs and Christmas wishes.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/santas-winter-garden-36208/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/88a1baf5942fec2578bbcb7284bbdc97d11854b1265999f54773344c23c58d74-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Character Actors at the Queen's House", "start": "2026-11-08T12:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Queen's House", "address": "SE10 9NF London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "theatre", "tags": ["art/painting"], "description": "Character Actors at the Queen's House invites visitors to meet historical characters connected to the Queen's House and take part in exciting performances. 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Visitors can enjoy Paddington's World at Christmas, with stunning decorations including a 5.5 metre centrepiece Christmas tree and a gorgeously lit Windsor Gardens. Festive treats such as gingerbread paws, mince pies and orange hot chocolate can be purchased from the bakery, and guests can enjoy the Marmalade Day Festival in Windsor Gardens before meeting Paddington, with even a chance of snow.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/a-magical-winter-wonderland-39530/", "official_url": "https://paddingtonbearexperience.com/christmas/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/26ec733a086bf346768a5737fc122bd0d424e1daa66f34c35bd7abe25e530cb1-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Christmas at Chiswick House", "start": "2026-11-01T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "Chiswick House", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Christmas at Chiswick House is a season of festive activities filling Chiswick House & Gardens for all to enjoy. Chiswick House & Gardens hosts it, with weekly Christmas markets offering treats to buy and savour, alongside crafty workshops, Christmas theatre productions and a Magical Grotto where younger visitors can meet Father Christmas. Purchases from the Chiswick House Shop and from mulled wine sold by Colicci go back towards the care of these historic spaces. Read on to find out what's on and plan your visit!", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/christmas-at-chiswick-house-35304/", "official_url": "https://chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk/event/celebrate-christmas-at-chiswick-house-gardens/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/894d628341e27800b706e2a32f3a8c226d90932cdac367290308e4dc05800b94-2000.webp"}, {"title": "SENsory Sailors", "start": "2026-11-14T11:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "National Maritime Museum", "address": "Romney Road, SE10 9NF London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["society/disability"], "description": "SENsory Sailors is a monthly sensory play session at the National Maritime Museum for disabled children, children with additional needs and their families. Sessions are led by disabled creatives, including facilitators such as Lynn and Aaron Oliver, and respond to the needs of the participating families. Families can explore the Museum's collections, get creative together and meet other local families. Sessions are relaxed, tailored to children under 13 years and offer a breakout space and SEND-friendly activities.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sensory-sailors-74475/", "official_url": "https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/sensory-sailors", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c7e7d477f365c0c86782aa537cf34c5dd6dc1353e1cda161c65ff14d6300df07-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Under 5s at Queen's Park Library", "start": "2026-11-13T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Church Street Library", "address": "Church Street 67, NW8 8EU London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["literature/stories", "music/songs"], "description": "Under 5s at Queen's Park Library is a fun weekly session of songs, rhymes and stories for children under five and their parents or carers. It is run by Queen's Park Library as part of Westminster's libraries programme for children and young people. No need to book, just turn up. The session is free.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/under-5s-at-queens-park-library-73870/", "official_url": "https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/under-5s-queens-park-library", "image": ""}, {"title": "Wundrful World Of Christmas", "start": "2026-11-11T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "Excel", "address": "Western Gateway 1, E16 1XL London", "price": "", "price_from": "24.90", "price_to": "34.90", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Wundrful World Of Christmas is a festive adventure at Immerse LDN, Excel Waterfront, inviting young believers and their grown-ups into Santa's world. The event takes visitors on a journey to the North Pole through a snow-covered Enchanted Forest, the elves' bustling Workshop and a meeting with Mrs Claus, with live performers, interactive moments and theatrical sets, ending with a visit to Santa. A new second act for 2026 is the Elves' Playground, a festive village with twinkling lights, Christmas market stalls, festive food and drink and family-friendly fairground rides.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/wundrful-world-of-christmas-36051/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/68fe8b637d6ccc625df6db3486b466903459f18ee07cb5388afd70134d83f34e-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Relaxed Opening at The Golden Hinde", "start": "2026-10-25T10:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-27T12:00:00Z", "place": "Golden Hinde", "address": "Unit 1, Pickfords Wharf, Clink Street, SE1 9DG London", "price": "Adult: £6 | Child: £6 | Group of 4: £20", "price_from": "6.00", "price_to": "6.00", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["history/maritime"], "description": "Relaxed Opening at The Golden Hinde is a calm morning session for exploring the ship, held on the last Sunday of every month. The Golden Hinde welcomes autistic individuals, people with other neurodiverse needs, and their siblings, families, and carers, with no pressure to take part in any activities. Visitor numbers are limited, noisy devices such as hand dryers and videos are turned off, the space is made as light as possible, and a quiet breakout space with cushions and books is provided. Friendly staff are on hand to answer questions, and each session is 30 minutes long, though visitors may stay longer.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/relaxed-opening-at-the-golden-hinde-36240/", "official_url": "https://www.goldenhinde.co.uk/whats-on/9-family/532-relaxed-opening-at-the-golden-hinde-2", "image": "https://noky.io/images/bc2f8045c98d6325a5e119163a577f15a5da6d8f38254d82dca2fe3b2134e6d0-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Under 5s at Queen's Park Library", "start": "2026-11-13T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["music"], "description": "A weekly session of songs, rhymes and stories for children under five and their parents or carers, held at Queen's Park Library. It is run by Westminster City Council. No need to book, just turn up.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/under-5s-at-queens-park-library-133446/", "official_url": "https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/under-5s-queens-park-library", "image": ""}, {"title": "Tots at the docks", "start": "2026-11-11T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "London Museum Docklands", "address": "No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4AL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["history/london", "literature/fairy-tales"], "description": "Tots at the docks is a free monthly drop-in play session for babies and toddlers under five and their carers, themed around London's past and present. It is run by the London Museum at London Museum Docklands in the historic heart of Canary Wharf, with activities changing each month, such as sensory areas, role play, soft toy sea creatures, a mini digger and puppet shows. On this day the theme is fairy tales, and entry may be limited during busy times.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/tots-at-the-docks-37060/", "official_url": "https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/tots-at-the-docks/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/87e4ba3b7708a669e3aacb0050aecdbe7dd94b327fcba18cdeaccdf2b2001b5a-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Christmas with the Dickens hosted by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley", "start": "2026-11-18T17:15:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Charles Dickens Museum", "address": "Doughty Street 48-49, WC1N 2LX London", "price": "£59", "price_from": "59.00", "price_to": "59.00", "category": "tours", "tags": ["history/victorian", "occasion/christmas"], "description": "Christmas with the Dickens is an intimate evening event at the Charles Dickens Museum, the London home of the young Charles Dickens and his family. It is hosted by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley, the great-great-great granddaughter of Charles Dickens, an art historian, broadcaster and author. Guests hear about the Victorian Christmas traditions her ancestor promoted, take a guided tour of the historic house, and join a ceremonial serving of Christmas pudding. The gathering ends with conversation and questions with Lucinda, and every ticket sold supports the museum's charity.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/christmas-with-the-dickens-hosted-by-lucinda-dickens-hawksle-35247/", "official_url": "https://dickensmuseum.com/blogs/all-events/victorian-christmas-dickens", "image": "https://noky.io/images/40919fdaeb952ecb52f74df62fd42a0d1e31a78589dea52bf4b988e45f95d076-600.webp"}]}