It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Especially as Father Christmas coming to town and making his way around Northwich and Winsford early this year.

The Christmas countdown officially begins on November 28, which is the first day of advent and there are lots of events in the area that are perfect for a family day out.

We can’t think of anything better than visiting Santa in his Grotto, but there are also lots of Christmas markets and theatre shows you can see too.

Here’s a roundup of everywhere Father Christmas is visiting in Northwich and Winsford this year and how you can meet him.

Brunner's Court 

Where: Brunner's Court, Witton Street, Northwich 

When: Saturday November 27 11am - 4pm

The rotary club has managed to negotiate an early meeting with Santa in November. 

Meetings will be for approximately five minutes for just £5 per appointment. 

Tickets can be purchased from the website

Barons Quay Plaza 

Where: Baron's Square, outside Asda in Northwich 

When: Saturday November 27 2pm - 4pm and every Saturday in December 11am - 3pm

Northwich's rotary club has organised a number of meetings with Santa in November and December. 

He is taking time off from his busy schedule at the toy workshop to come and see children in Northwich all for just £5 per appointment, with multiple children allowed at the meeting.  

Tickets can be purchased from the website

Breakfast & Supper with Santa

Where: Hungry Horse/The White Barn, Forest Road, Cuddington, Northwich CW8 2LD 

When: Breakfast - December 12, 18 & 19, 9am - 11am, Supper - Decmeber 21 & 22 5pm - 7pm 

Tickets are from £6 and include a free kid's breakfast and the chance to meet Santa. 

Tickets can be purchased from the website

Davenham Scouts Christmas Fair

Where: Firth Fields, Davenham, Northwich CW9 8JB

When: Sunday December 5 1.30pm - 4pm

Davenham Scouts are holding a Christmas fair, including a raffle, tombola and lots of Christmas stalls.

There will also be a very special guest...Santa will be making an appearance just before he begins the busy gift drop-off on Christmas Eve. 

Entry is free and more information can be found on the Facebook page. 

Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre

Where: Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre, Cotebrook Near Tarporley, Cheshire, CW6 9DS

When: December 4, 5, 11 & 12 from 10am - 4pm 

Santa will be visiting the Colebrooke Shire Horse Centre this year and will be handing out early Christmas presents to those on the nice list!

Each ticket will be valid for a Santa visit, a gift for each child and admission to the farm (including free return visits for a month).

Adults tickets are £10.50, children aged 3+ £15.50 and children aged under 3 are £8.50 (non-members prices).

Tickets can be purchased from the website

Moulton Christmas Market

Where: St Stephen's Church, Church St, Moulton, Northwich, CW9 8PA

When: Sunday November 28 11am - 4pm

A festive Christmas market is being held at St Stephen's Church this year, and with the stalls already fully booked it is certain to be a winner with all the family.

Santa will make a guest appearance, there will be arts and crafts and tree lighting from 4pm. 

Entry is free and more information can be found on the Facebook page.