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Santa & Christmas Characters for Hire in Leicester

Planning an event in Leicester? 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 event venues and hotels like the ones around Leicester.

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Santa & Christmas Characters in Leicester at a glance

Booking Santa and Christmas characters in Leicester

WowActs books Santa and Christmas characters in Leicester, Leicestershire, 89 miles north-west of central London, covering the LE1, LE3, LE4, LE5, LE6, LE7 and LE87 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Maher Centre for up to 1200 guests.

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County
Leicestershire
Postcodes
LE1, LE3, LE4, LE5, LE6, LE7 +1
Location
89 miles north-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby
12
Largest nearby venue
Maher Centre, up to 1200 guests

Planning Santa and Christmas characters in Leicester

Our venue list around Leicester includes 7 event venues, 4 hotels and 1 country house, with Maher Centre the biggest at up to 1200 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.

Leicester is 89 miles north-west of central London, and we book Santa and Christmas characters into every part of East Midlands, from Birstall, Thurmaston and Leicester Forest East outwards.

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

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How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 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. 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. 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 Leicester: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books Santa and Christmas characters in Leicester, Leicestershire, 89 miles north-west of central London, covering the LE1, LE3, LE4, LE5, LE6, LE7 and LE87 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Maher Centre for up to 1200 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

  • Leicestershire

    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

  • Office Christmas parties

    A surprise arrival for the grown-ups.

  • Winter wonderland

    Festive characters in a frosted setting.

  • Retail and venues

    Seasonal footfall for shops and centres.

  • Staff family days

    Gifts and photos for employees' children.

  • Christmas grottos

    Santa and elves for a proper grotto experience.

  • Brand activations

    Santa handing out samples or gifts.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Plan the grotto flow

    A clear queue, a welcoming elf and a photo spot keep a grotto calm and happy.

  2. 2

    Ask about checks

    If children will attend, ask us about DBS checks and we will confirm what each performer holds.

  3. 3

    Prepare the gifts

    Label gifts by age or name and agree who hands them over, so nothing slows down Santa.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Leicester can host a large event?

On our list, Maher Centre (up to 1200 guests), Athena Conference & Banqueting (up to 1000 guests), Welford Road Stadium – Leicester Tigers (up to 1000 guests) and The Platinum Suite (up to 1000 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 Leicester 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 Leicester?

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 Leicester is 89 miles north-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Leicester do you cover?

All of LE1, LE3, LE4, LE5, LE6, LE7 and LE87, including Birstall, Thurmaston, Leicester Forest East, Syston, Anstey and Rothley, plus the rest of Leicestershire and nearby Oadby, Wigston, Loughborough and Coalville.

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?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Local to Leicester

Santa & Christmas Characters across Leicester and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • LE1
  • LE3
  • LE4
  • LE5
  • LE6
  • LE7
  • LE87

We book santa & christmas characters in Leicester and every address in the LE1, LE3, LE4, LE5, LE6, LE7 and LE87 postcode districts, including Birstall, Thurmaston, Leicester Forest East, Syston, Anstey, Rothley, Harborough and Groby. We also travel across Leicestershire and the rest of East Midlands.

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Venues near Leicester

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

  • Athena Conference & Banqueting

    Event Venue up to 1000LE1 1QD

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  • King Power Stadium – Leicester City F.C

    Event Venue up to 650LE2 7FL

    King Power Suite

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  • Welford Road Stadium – Leicester Tigers

    Event Venue up to 1000LE2 7TR

    Clubhouse Suite

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  • Rutland Hall Hotel

    Hotel up to 350LE1 1TH

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  • Shree Prajapati Community Centre

    Event Venue up to 400LE3 0HE

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  • The Platinum Suite

    Event Venue up to 1000LE5 3TA

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  • Maher Centre

    Event Venue up to 1200LE2 6QF

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  • Ramada Hotel Leicester

    Hotel up to 300LE2 6QA

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  • Hilton Leicester

    Hotel up to 300LE19 1WQ

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  • Marriott Leicester

    Hotel up to 350LE19 1SW

    Grove Suite

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  • Ramgarhia Hall

    Event Venue up to 800LE8 4BA

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  • Ladywood Estate

    Country House up to 300LE14 2HQ

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