Santa Cruise - A Magical Christmas Experience - £25 per person Under 3’s £5 per child
Festive treats, Christmas activities, and a very special visit from Santa
Step aboard Vintage Broadsman for a magical Christmas River cruise filled with festive music, seasonal treats, and plenty of Christmas cheer. During this enchanting 1.5-hour journey, children can enjoy festive activities, receive a special gift bag from Santa’s Elves, and visit Santa in his onboard grotto. Adults have not been forgotten either, with a glass of mulled wine and a festive treat included as you cruise through the Norfolk Broads towards Wroxham Broad.The Experience
Christmas on the Norfolk Broads becomes a little more magical when Santa comes aboard.
Settle in aboard Vintage Broadsman as festive music fills the boat, and we cruise from Wroxham towards Wroxham Broad.
Along the way, children can enjoy Christmas activities and receive a special gift bag prepared by Santa’s Elves.
The highlight, naturally, is a visit to Santa himself.
Every child will have the opportunity to visit Santa in his onboard grotto and receive a present, creating a memorable Christmas experience for the whole family.
Meanwhile, adults can relax with a glass of mulled wine and a festive treat while enjoying the winter scenery from the comfort of the boat.
A Magical Christmas Day Out
For children, Christmas is all about anticipation, excitement, and the possibility that Santa might appear at any moment.
On our Santa Cruise, he does.
From festive music and Christmas activities to the excitement of visiting Santa in his grotto, the whole experience is designed to create a memorable family day out.
The cruise combines the magic of meeting Santa with the unique setting of the Norfolk Broads, making it a little different from the usual festive grotto experience.
Parents and grandparents can enjoy the journey too, with warm seasonal refreshments and beautiful winter scenery along the way.
Timetable
Tickets: £25 per person
Under 3s: £5 per child
Advance booking is strongly recommended as Santa Cruise departures are popular, and capacity is limited.
Date | Departure Time | |
|---|---|---|
| 05th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 06th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 07th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 08th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 09th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 10th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 11th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 12th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 13th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 14th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 15th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 16th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 17th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 18th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 19th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 20th December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 21st December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 22nd December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
| 23rd December 2026 | 11:00 am 2:00 pm | Book Here |
About Vintage Broadsman
Your Santa Cruise takes place aboard Vintage Broadsman, transformed for Christmas into a warm and festive setting for the whole family.
With comfortable indoor seating, river views and plenty of seasonal atmosphere, the boat provides a wonderfully different setting for a Christmas experience.
During the cruise, families can enjoy festive music and activities while the boat journeys towards Wroxham Broad.
Santa’s grotto is located onboard, allowing every child the opportunity to visit Santa during the trip.
Please note that this cruise is not wheelchair accessible.
FAQs
The cruise lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Santa Cruises operate on selected dates throughout December with departures at 11:00am and 2:00pm.
Tickets are £25 per person. Under 3’s are £5 per child.
Children aged 3 and over receive a gift bag from Santa’s Elves containing a juice box, activity book, crayons, and a festive treat.
Every child will also visit Santa in his grotto and receive a present from Santa.
Yes
Children under 3 travel for £5 and will receive a present from Santa during the cruise.
They do not receive the additional Elf gift bag provided to children aged 3 and over.
Adult guests receive a glass of mulled wine and a festive treat during the cruise.
Yes. Every child onboard will have the opportunity to visit Santa in his grotto during the cruise.
Yes. There will be festive music and Christmas activities for children to enjoy during the cruise.
The cruise departs from Wroxham and travels towards Wroxham Broad before returning.
No. Unfortunately, this cruise is not wheelchair accessible.
The cruise departs from Broads Tours in Wroxham. Full joining information will be provided with your booking confirmation.
Selected December Dates | 11:00am & 2:00pm | 1.5 Hours
Make Christmas a Little More Magical
Step aboard Vintage Broadsman for a festive family adventure on the Norfolk Broads.
With Christmas activities, gifts from Santa’s Elves, a visit to Santa’s onboard grotto and festive treats for children and adults alike, our Santa Cruise is a Christmas experience for the whole family to enjoy.
£25 per person | Under 3s £5