Times
Santa’s arrival arrangements and the confirmed event times.
Christmas in Darrington · Saturday 19 December 2026
Date confirmed
Santa Special is coming back
After our highly successful and enjoyable Santa Special in 2025, Santa has asked if he can come back and visit us on Saturday, 19th December, 2026. Keep tabs on our website or through our social media pages for further updates.
A festive village moment
Making plans with Santa
Santa Special gives children in the village an opportunity to meet Santa in his sleigh and share some Christmas excitement close to home.
The date is now confirmed and the Trust is working on the remaining arrangements. We are keeping this page deliberately simple until those details have been agreed, so families can rely on the information published here.
Confirmed so far
Saturday, 19th December 2026
Santa’s visit is confirmed. The location, times and remaining arrangements will be published when agreed.
Updates to follow
What we will publish next
As arrangements are agreed, this holding page will grow into the complete Santa Special event guide.
The experience
What children and accompanying adults can expect during Santa’s visit.
Practical details
Location, access, parking, weather arrangements and photography information.
Christmas memories
Santa Special 2025
Santa, his sleigh and a cheerful team of festive helpers brought some Christmas magic to Darrington.
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Current information
Frequently asked questions
When is Santa Special 2026?
Santa Special will take place on Saturday, 19th December 2026. Times and the remaining arrangements will be published when confirmed.
Can We Meet Santa?
Santa will be waving and saying hello to all the boys and girls in the village. Parents and responsible adults are welcome to ask for their child to have their photo taken with Santa.
Where will the event take place?
The final location and arrival arrangements will be published when confirmed.
How will updates be announced?
This page will be updated, with key announcements also shared through the Village Field Trust’s Facebook and Instagram accounts.