Tyne and Wear, North East

Santa & Christmas Characters for Hire in Gateshead

Planning an event in Gateshead? Santa, his elves and festive characters for grottos, office parties, family days and Christmas events, fully costumed and full of cheer. We regularly work in hotels and event venues like the ones around Gateshead.

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Santa & Christmas Characters in Gateshead at a glance

Booking Santa and Christmas characters in Gateshead

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Tyne and Wear
Postcodes: DH3, NE9, NE10, NE28, NE31, NE37 +1
Location: 3 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
Venues on our list nearby: 3
Largest nearby venue: Rainton Meadows Arena, up to 1500 guests

Planning Santa and Christmas characters in Gateshead

Our venue list around Gateshead includes 2 hotels and 1 event venue, with Rainton Meadows Arena the biggest at up to 1500 guests. That range matters when you book Santa and Christmas characters: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

Gateshead is 3 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne, and we book Santa and Christmas characters into every part of North East, from Wallsend, Springwell and Birtley outwards.

A tip for Gateshead bookings: label gifts by age or name and agree who hands them over, so nothing slows down Santa.

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The look and feel

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Themes

Santa & Christmas Characters in a themed package

Book this act on its own, or as part of a full themed line-up.

How it works

Booking is easy

1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking Santa and Christmas characters in Gateshead: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books Santa and Christmas characters in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, 3 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the DH3, NE9, NE10, NE28, NE31, NE37 and NE38 postcode districts. There are 3 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Rainton Meadows Arena for up to 1500 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Tyne and Wear
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day

What can Santa and his elves do at an event?

A professional Santa with a real or quality beard and full costume can greet families, host a grotto, hand out gifts or make a grand entrance at a Christmas party. Elves help run the queue, keep children entertained and add to the festive feel.

Christmas characters work at staff family days, garden centres, shopping centres, hotels and venue grottos, as well as adult office parties where Santa can make a cheeky appearance. We can help you plan the grotto set, the queue and the gift handout.

Where it works best

Christmas grottos
Santa and elves for a proper grotto experience.
Winter wonderland
Festive characters in a frosted setting.
Brand activations
Santa handing out samples or gifts.
Office Christmas parties
A surprise arrival for the grown-ups.
Retail and venues
Seasonal footfall for shops and centres.
Staff family days
Gifts and photos for employees' children.

Tips from our team

1
Plan the grotto flow
A clear queue, a welcoming elf and a photo spot keep a grotto calm and happy.
2
Prepare the gifts
Label gifts by age or name and agree who hands them over, so nothing slows down Santa.
3
Ask about checks
If children will attend, ask us about DBS checks and we will confirm what each performer holds.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Gateshead can host a large event?

On our list, Rainton Meadows Arena (up to 1500 guests), Newcastle Marriott Hotel Gosforth Park (up to 600 guests) and Newcastle Marriott Hotel MetroCentre (up to 400 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan Santa and Christmas characters around the space.

Do venues around Gateshead have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do Santa and Christmas characters cost in Gateshead?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Gateshead is 3 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Gateshead do you cover?

All of DH3, NE9, NE10, NE28, NE31, NE37 and NE38, including Wallsend, Springwell, Birtley, Chester-le-Street, Great Lumley and County Durham, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear and nearby Newcastle upon Tyne, South Shields, Sunderland and Cramlington.

Can Santa hand out our gifts?

Yes. You supply the gifts and we agree the handout with Santa and the elves.

Is a grotto set included?

It depends on your booking. We can advise on the grotto layout or help source a set.

Can Santa appear at an adult party?

Yes. Santa can make an entrance, pose for photos and join in the fun, pitched to your audience.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

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Local to Gateshead

Santa & Christmas Characters across Gateshead and nearby

Postcodes we cover

DH3
NE9
NE10
NE28
NE31
NE37
NE38

We book santa & christmas characters in Gateshead and every address in the DH3, NE9, NE10, NE28, NE31, NE37 and NE38 postcode districts, including Wallsend, Springwell, Birtley, Chester-le-Street, Great Lumley, County Durham, Washington and Hebburn. We also travel across Tyne and Wear and the rest of North East.

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Venues near Gateshead

3 venues on our list are in or near Gateshead, mostly hotels and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.