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Santas Grotto at Hillmount Carrick

Hillmount Carrick, 48 Beltoy Road, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9BH
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Visit Santa in his magical grotto at Hillmount Carrick. 

Open Friday 28th November 2025 to Sunday 21st December 2025.  Bookable time slots.

You’re welcome to bring your own camera or professional photographs are available to buy as an optional extra. Photo with Santa personalised with child’s name and year - £12 each or 3 for £24.

 

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Accessibility

  • All areas accessible to disabled visitors

Event Facilities

  • Booking Required

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Baby£15.00 per ticket
Child£20.00 per ticket

Only children need tickets — adults go free!

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Opening Times

Season (29 Nov 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday10:00 - 16:30
Season (30 Nov 2025)
DayTimes
Sunday13:00 - 16:30
Season (5 Dec 2025 - 7 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Friday10:30 - 16:30
Saturday10:00 - 16:30
Sunday13:00 - 16:30
Season (12 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Friday - Saturday10:00 - 16:30
Sunday13:00 - 16:30
Season (19 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Friday - Saturday10:00 - 16:30
Sunday13:00 - 16:30

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