South Shields pub brings back 'magical' Santa experience for £13.50

Families can attend the Letters to Santa experience at The New Sundial pub in South Shields this December, with prices starting at £13.50 per person, including a hot chocolate and a one-to-one meet and greet with Santa.

A pub in South Shields is bringing back a “magical” Santa Claus experience this December.

The New Sundial, located on Sea Road, has announced it will once again hold its Letters to Santa experience this Christmas.

Families can attend to have a “lovely festive experience” and make “special Christmas memories” for £13.50.

Included in the price is writing a letter to Santa, a hot chocolate and a one-to-one meet and greet with the big man himself.

Omar Ames, landlord at The New Sundial, during his Christmas preparations in 2024.placeholder image
Omar Ames, landlord at The New Sundial, during his Christmas preparations in 2024. | Iconic Media Group

The experience is available to book on the following dates through Eventbrite.

December 1

December 3

December 4

December 6

December 7

December 8

December 9

The experiences will be held between 4:30pm and 6:30pm and the pub has warned that spaced will be limited.

Organisers described last year’s event as a “massive hit” and suspect the places will sell out promptly.

In addition to hosting events like this, the pub also has an extensive drinks and food menu.

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