Santa and his elves are heading from the north pole to greet children around Leeds this holiday season. And he’s got a busy schedule with lots of grottoes to visit before Christmas Day.
Along with stays throughout the month of December, such as at the White Rose Shopping Centre and Lotherton, there are also a number of one-off events.
Tickets are starting to come on sale ahead of November openings.
So here are 13 festive events due to be held at garden and shopping centres near Leeds this Christmas...

7. Christmas Magic at Leeds Garden Centre
Christmas Magic at Leeds Garden Centre - From October 12. | Google

8. Christmas at Temple Newsam
Christmas at Temple Newsam - From November 30 to December 23. | Hanglands

9. Santa Experience at The Mansion
Santa Experience at The Mansion - December. | Tony Johnson

10. White Rose Express Grotto
White Rose Express Grotto - From November 9 to December 24. | National World/White Rose

11. National Coal Mining Museum
National Coal Mining Museum - From November 23 to December 22. | NCMME

12. Santa’s Grotto at Trinity Walk
Santa’s Grotto at Trinity Walk - From November 17. Photo: s

