Meet Santa at His Magical Grotto in 17 & Central!
🎄 Step Into the Magic: Santa’s Grotto at 17 & Central 🎅
This festive season, 17 & Central is bringing joy, wonder, and a sprinkle of magic to Walthamstow — all for a heartwarming cause. In partnership with Samaritans Waltham Forest, our enchanting Santa’s Grotto will help raise funds for a brand-new sensory playroom for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
✨ A Grotto with a Purpose
Nestled in the heart of the centre, the grotto is more than just a festive experience — it’s a place where wishes come true. Every visit helps support our charity of the year, making your child’s magical moment even more meaningful.
🎅 Santa’s Arrival & Opening Dates
Santa and his cheerful elves will officially open the grotto on Saturday 8th November, and will be in residence:
- Weekends from 8th November to early December
- Daily from Monday 15th December to Christmas Eve
🎁 Tickets
- £6.00 per child + £1.50 booking fee
- Includes a special gift from Santa
- All proceeds (excluding the booking fee) go directly to Samaritans Waltham Forest
Tickets can be booked online or in person at the grotto. Be sure to read all booking details before securing your spot.
📍 Location
Centre Court, near TK Maxx
🕒 Grotto dates and opening hours
| Date | Day | Time | Santa’s break time | ||
| 8th November | Saturday | 11:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 1.45pm |
| 9th November | Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 | 1pm | 1.45pm |
| 15th November | Saturday | 11:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 1.45pm |
| 16th November | Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 | 1pm | 1.45pm |
| 22nd November | Saturday | 11:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 1.45pm |
| 23rd November | Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 | 1pm | 1.45pm |
| 29th November | Saturday | 11:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 30th November | Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 4th December | Thursday | 12:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 5th December | Friday | 12:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 6th December | Saturday | 10:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 7th December | Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 10th December | Wednesday | 12:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 11th December | Thursday | 12:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 12th December | Friday | 12:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 13th December | Saturday | 10:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 14th December | Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 15th December | Monday | 11:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 16th December | Tuesday | 11:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 17th December | Wednesday | 11:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 18th December | Thursday | 11:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 19th December | Friday | 10:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 20th December | Saturday | 10:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 21st December | Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 22nd December | Monday | 10:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 23rd December | Tuesday | 10:00 | 18:00 | 1pm | 2pm |
| 24th December | Wednesday | 10:00 | 15:00 | TBC | TBC |
Make this Christmas magical — for your family and for others. Book your visit today and be part of something truly special.
