Feel the festive magic
Fri 3 Dec 2021 - Sat 2 Jan 2022
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It’s time for festivities, food and games, Christmas jumpers, tinsel, and twinkly lights. And most importantly, it’s all about spending precious time with your family. And here at Butlin’s, you can do just that from the moment you arrive until the day you go home.
Join us throughout December on a variety of breaks as we dial up the festivities with exclusive live Christmas shows and activities for all ages. See your little ones light up as they see Father Christmas, arguably the most famous red coat in the world, live on stage in his Christmas Show. Tis the season to watch panto... oh yes, it is! And likely the only pantomime you'll see this year.
Enjoy all your favourites too, including the Fairground and Splash Waterworld, see TV stars Peppa Pig and PJ Masks plus our very own Skyline Gang and Billy and Bonnie bears. There's a great range of daytime activities too, that won’t cost you a penny more.
Our Breaks
Christmas Fantasy
Various dates from Fri 3 Dec - Mon 20 Dec It’s time for twinkly lights, Christmas jumpers and cosiness. Stay with us and you’re guaranteed to leave feeling connected as a family, relaxed and ready for the big day.
Just For Tots Christmas Fantasy
Mon 6 - Fri 10 Dec (Bognor Regis & Skegness only) There’s nothing more heart-warming than seeing your little ones light up as they meet Father Christmas or giggle with glee at the Christmas pantomime. Share every special second during a break designed for families with under 5s.
Christmas Day breaks
Weds 22 - Sun 26 Dec With everything taken care of, all you have to do on Christmas Day is soak up the magic, relax, put your feet up and enjoy a delicious Christmas dinner (without the cooking or washing up!)
Christmas Party
Sun 26 - Weds 29 Dec Just because Christmas Day is over, doesn't mean the celebrations should stop. Continue the family festivities and join us for a party between Christmas and New Year.
Due to the current curfew of 10pm, our Christmas Party breaks have now become more family focused.
Find out more here.
New Year breaks
Weds 29 Dec - Sat 1 Jan With lots going on, you won’t be short of family celebrations. From live music to quieter venues, however you like to ring in the new year, gather together and let the countdown begin…
Due to the current curfew of 10pm, our New Year’s Eve breaks have now become more family focused.
Find out more here.
Entertainment
Take a look at the entertainment you can enjoy on your Christmas and New Year breaks.
Shows and activities can be booked in advance of your break, find out more here.
Shows and activities can be booked in advance of your break, find out more here.
Father Christmas Show
Christmas Exclusive, on all breaks up until Christmas Eve. Feel the magic with a show from the Big Man himself, and receive a present after too!
Skyline Gang Christmas Show
Christmas Exclusive, on all breaks up until Christmas Eve. Prepare to feel warm and fuzzy as the Skyline Gang celebrate Christmas in style.
Christmas Music Show
Christmas Exclusive, on all breaks except New Year. Join our cast of colourful characters and festive singers in this big Christmas music show!
Festive Silent Cinema
Christmas exclusive, on all breaks. Get cosy with your blanket and headphones as you enjoy a family movie.
Fireworks
Christmas Exclusive, on Christmas Eve and New Year only. Wrap up warm and join us outside for a fireworks display that'll give your break a touch of magic.
Peppa Pig
Join Peppa Pig and her brother George in an exclusive mini show live at Butlin's.
PJ Masks
Join trio Catboy, Owlette and Gekko in a live show as they embark on action-packed adventures, solving mysteries and learning valuable lessons along the way.
The Electric Circus
With state-of-the-art circus props and acrobats in colourful LED costumes, this electrifying show creates mesmerising effects that bend reality and create magic!
The Little Mermaid Pantomime
Join our Little Mermaid on an adventure of a lifetime as she searches for true love and her perfect happy ever-after story.
Strictly Latino
Fusing popular Latin-flavoured music with the passion of dance, this show will take you on a vibrant and colourful trip round the dance floor.
Musicals Rock
Join us on a thrilling journey of up-tempo anthems from the 80s to modern day from the West End and Broadway’s Rock musicals.
Skyline Gang
Meet Butlin’s very own resident gang of cheeky, colourful and caring characters in three live shows.
Billy & Bonnie
Catch Butlin’s best bear duo live on stage as they tell the story of the legendary and heroic outlaw Robin Hood.
Puppet Castle
Visit the enchanting Puppet Castle and take your seats before a traditional string puppet show.
Silent Cinema
Experience the cinema inside the Skyline Pavilion and watch a fantastic range of favourite family films.
New for 2021
Slimey Science
Time to get messy and learn how to make some ooey, gooey, slippery slime in this new interactive session.
New for 2021
Sand Art
Who doesn't love playing in the sand? Your little one's imagination can run wild as they create a masterpiece to take home.
The Pool
Make a splash in our pool! From slides and flumes to the lazy river and tots pool, it's something for the whole family.
The Fairground
Inside our Traditional Fairground you'll find rides to suit everyone from tots to thrill-seekers, plus vintage stall games.
Little Stars Fairground
Our Little Stars Fairground is perfect for tots who aren't old enough to ride the big ones just yet.
Character Selfie Sessions
Head to the Character Selfie Area where you can take your own photographs with some of our characters including Billy & Bonnie, PJ Masks and Peppa Pig.
Soft Play
Come rain or shine, our indoor soft play area is the perfect place for your little ones to find adventure.
New for 2021
Making Music
Creative family fun where you get the chance to construct an instrument then learn how to play it.
Archery
For ages 8+, your children can add another string to their bow of skills when they learn archery with our instructors.
Aerial Adventures
Enjoy the climbing wall 5 years+, open at all resorts. High ropes 8 years+, open at all resorts on weekend breaks only. Zip wire 8 years+, at Bognor Regis & Minehead only. Extra charge, please check the app or on resort.
Driving School at Bognor Regis and Minehead
Let your children loose behind the wheel at Butlin's Driving School. Extra charge of £3 per person.
Butlin's Football Academy
For 5-7 years and 8-12 years, our FA Level 2 qualified instructors will give your children the tips, tricks and skills they need to practice football. Extra charge of £8 per person.
Go Karts
Calling all budding Lewis Hamiltons! Put your pedal to the metal and go for a spin around our go kart track. Extra charge of £6 per person.
Mini Bow & Mini Archery
Mini Bow is for 2-4 year olds, and Mini Archery is for 5-7 year olds; your children will learn the sport of archery. Extra charge of £5 per person.
Ninebot Mini Pro Riding Experience
Welcome to the future! Simply step on, lean forward and off you'll go on the self-balancing Ninebot Mini Pro. Extra charge of £10 per person.
Precise Target Shooting
Learn the art of air rifle shooting with our qualified coach and shoot your way to the highest score possible. Extra charge of £10 per person.
American Pool
Enjoy a friendly game of American Pool in our vibrant sports bar, Hotshots. Extra charge of £3.50 per person for 30 minutes.
Cinema at Skegness
Head to our on-resort cinema for a bit of family time and enjoy a movie. Extra charge, please check the app or on resort.
Adventure Golf
Whether you're in it to win it or just fancy practicing your skills, pick up a club and head to our outdoor course. Extra charge of £4 per person.
Quasar Elite at Skegness
Swirling smoke, flashing lights, strange sounds, and enemies everywhere. Stalk your foe in our multi-level arena with laser packs and phasors. Extra charge, please check the app or on resort.
Ocean Spa at Bognor Regis
Enjoy a variety of facilities in our peaceful Ocean Spa, including the hydrospa, snow cave, sauna, and outdoor hot tub. 13-17 year olds can enjoy the spa experience but must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
The Spa at Skegness
The Spa has been designed around the spa principles of warming, heating and cooling the body to leave you feeling refreshed and revitalised. 13-17 year olds can enjoy the spa experience but must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
Bowling
Get your family together for a game of ten-pin bowling and see who'll take the reign as king pin. Extra charge, please check the app or on resort.
Dates and prices
Prices shown below are based on 4 people sharing.
More of our breaks
February Half Term
Be the first to see our brand new entertainment and beat the winter lull with an action-packed February half term break full of fun and activities to do whatever the weather.
Easter Holidays
Hop into spring and enjoy an Easter break loaded with excellent live entertainment. Make the most of the bank holidays and use the extra hours of daylight to enjoy those ‘just one more go!’ moments!
May Half Term
Switch off from reality and join us for a fun-filled break over May half term. Fill your week with bottomless breakfast, exclusive live shows and swimming until you’re wrinkly. Sounds good, right?
Summer Holidays
With live shows from incredible headline acts, plus our Big Top Circus, Butlin’s was made for summer. Don’t forget the ice cream!
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Accommodation
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Food & Drink
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