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Santa & Christmas Characters for Hire in Oadby

Santa and Christmas characters for corporate events, parties and weddings in Oadby (LE2) and the rest of Leicestershire.

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Santa & Christmas Characters in Oadby at a glance

Booking Santa and Christmas characters in Oadby

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Leicestershire
Postcodes: LE2
Location: 87 miles north-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby: 12
Largest nearby venue: Maher Centre, up to 1200 guests

Santa & Christmas Characters in Oadby: what to know

Within reach of Oadby there are 7 event venues, 4 hotels and 1 country house on our list, including 7 that can take 400 guests or more. Tell us which one you've booked and we'll suggest how Santa and Christmas characters fit the room.

Bookings from Wigston, Leicester and Lutterworth and the rest of Leicestershire are just as easy. Travel for Santa and Christmas characters is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Oadby: plan the grotto flow. A clear queue, a welcoming elf and a photo spot keep a grotto calm and happy.

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The look and feel

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Themes

Santa & Christmas Characters in a themed package

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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 Oadby: 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 Oadby, Leicestershire, 87 miles north-west of central London, covering the LE2 postcode district. 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.
Christmas grottos
Santa and elves for a proper grotto experience.
Winter wonderland
Festive characters in a frosted setting.
Staff family days
Gifts and photos for employees' children.
Retail and venues
Seasonal footfall for shops and centres.
Brand activations
Santa handing out samples or gifts.

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 Oadby can host a large event?

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

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 Oadby is 87 miles north-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Oadby do you cover?

All of LE2, including Leicester, plus the rest of Leicestershire and nearby Wigston, Leicester, Lutterworth and Hinckley.

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 Oadby

Santa & Christmas Characters across Oadby and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book santa & christmas characters in Oadby and every address in the LE2 postcode district, including Leicester. We also travel across Leicestershire and the rest of East Midlands.

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Venues near Oadby

12 venues on our list are in or near Oadby, 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.

Hilton Leicester
Hotel up to 300LE19 1WQ
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Maher Centre
Event Venue up to 1200LE2 6QF
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Marriott Leicester
Hotel up to 350LE19 1SW
Grove Suite
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Ramada Hotel Leicester
Hotel up to 300LE2 6QA
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Welford Road Stadium – Leicester Tigers
Event Venue up to 1000LE2 7TR
Clubhouse Suite
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King Power Stadium – Leicester City F.C
Event Venue up to 650LE2 7FL
King Power Suite
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Athena Conference & Banqueting
Event Venue up to 1000LE1 1QD
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Shree Prajapati Community Centre
Event Venue up to 400LE3 0HE
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Rutland Hall Hotel
Hotel up to 350LE1 1TH
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The Platinum Suite
Event Venue up to 1000LE5 3TA
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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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