Santa and elves waving to the camera in workshop

Santa's Workshop

Santa Claus has touched down in Aberdeen and is headed to the Bon Accord Centre! Come and meet him and his cheery elves this Winter.

Santa in a cabin with a Christmas tree whilst holding a Santa puppet on his hand

Santa touches down in Aberdeen

Get ready North-east, Santa is back in town!

Starting Saturday November 9th, Santa's Workshop will be open for business in the upper mall of the Bon Accord Centre. Expect reindeers, mischievous elves, and lots of presents.

This event is super popular so we recommend you secure your space as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Tickets cost £9.99 per child (maximum of 5 children, adults are welcome to attend free of charge.) Each ticket will include a gift, access to the workshop, and meet and greet with Santa. Photo packages will be available to purchase on the day.

Dog dressed up as Santa Claus

Santa Paws now welcome!

We are barking with excitement to announce that pups can now meet Santa at Santa's Workshop! Bring your furry friends to meet Santa, snap a pawsome picture, and take home a bark-tastic present! Tickets cost £6.99 per dog with a maximum of 3 dogs per booking.

Join us on...

- Sat 7th December – 17:00 – 18.30
- Wed 11th December – 16:00 – 18.30
- Thurs 12th December – 16:00 – 18.30

*Please note, a maximum of 3 dogs and 3 children can be accommodated for in a single booking.

Book your tickets now!

Tickets are now live. Be quick, these tickets sell fast!

Purchase tickets from Citizen Ticket.
Santa workshop

Relaxed sessions with Charlie House

This year's relaxed sessions will take place on Sunday 1st December 09.30am – 11.30am. If you wish to book a relaxed session, please get in touch with us by clicking the button below. We respectively request that these slots are only booked by families that need more support and time when visiting the workshop.

We aim to accommodate all children. These sessions are accessible for any child that may have additional needs or sensitivity to light and noise. The extended sessions last 15 minutes, ensuring there is enough time for children to meet Santa Claus in an environment they feel comfortable in.

As standard, all flashing lights and music will be turned off. However, if you have any additional needs please let the elves know. Please note, both the Winter wonderland and Workshop are accessible by wheelchair.

Elf with Santas Gift Bag

Give the gift of time...

We're on the lookout for some cheerful elves! This fun-filled volunteering opportunity is perfect for those happy-go-lucky individuals who want to spread Christmas cheer. There will always be a chief elf on hand to keep any mischievous elves in order...

Elves will meet and greet visitors, check bookings, organise gifts, introduce children to Santa, prepare and take photographs, sell Charlie House merchandise and photo packages, as well as keep the workshop in tip top condition. Full training will be provided at our one and only elf school!

Santas Workshop 2024 Sponsorship Block

Special thank you to our sponsors...

Without our incredible sponsors we would not be able to make Santa's Workshop as amazing as it is! Want to get involved? Download our sponsorship pack below.

Santa's Workshop FAQs

If you have booked the wrong date, time, or want to add on to your booking, please email louise.bone@charliehouse.org.uk with your booking number and name.

We recommend attendees to use card payment when possible, however, cash will also be accepted.

Santa's Workshop is located in the upper mall of Bon Accord Aberdeen, in between the upstairs play area and ReCHarge Café.

Cupid Package – 6x8 photo & keyring - £13.99

Dasher Package – 6x8 photo & 6x4 photo & keyring - £18.99

Comet Package – 2 6x8 photos, 2 6x4 photos & 2 keyrings - £25.99

Rudolph Package – Download of all your photos, 2 6x8 photos and 2 keyrings – £30.99

Snowglobes - £10

Baubles - £7.50

Absolutely! You can hand your letter directly to the main man himself, or simply drop it in our special post box at the workshop.

No. Accompanying adults can attend the workshop for free.

Book your relaxed session

Please fill in the form below to register your interest in a relaxed session at Santa's Workshop. A member of our elf squad will be in touch soon!

Santa's Workshop 2023

Charlie Dog toys on reindeer antlers
Faux snowman with top hate on with sparkly Christmas tree in the background
Naughty and nice list with names on it
Santas Workshop desk
Sparkly Christmas trees

I'd like to volunteer at Santa's Workshop

If you are interested in volunteering, please fill in the form below. Our team will be in touch via email.

If other, please let us know what role you are interested in.

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