Alright, let’s dive into the most discussed aspect of Lapland UK – the price!
This was the cheapest option I found. It wasn’t easy to get, but I’ve always wanted to go and heard from a few people that it’s worth the money. While I can’t say I completely agree, I’ll share more about that later!I booked this back in January when I heard the tickets were being released. If you really want to go, I recommend booking as soon as you hear about the ticket release to get the best price.
Getting there…
Lapland UK is located in Ascot and is very easy to get to by car. It’s about a 30-minute drive from Kingston.
Free parking – Yes, there’s “free” parking. Given that one ticket costs £59, it’s the least they could do!
Check-in – When you arrive, you need to check in at the desk with the Elves. The email advises you to arrive 30 minutes early so you don’t miss your slot.
I was quite annoyed that the elves allowed people who were late for the slot before ours to check in before us. If you’re late, you’re late. People shouldn’t be allowed to push in, and the elves were quite rude about it. It wasn’t a great start!
At check-in, you’re given a passport that the kids look after. It allows them entry into Lapland and gives them the chance to get their passports stamped as they visit the different parts of Lapland. I thought this was really cute!
There’s a really cute interactive talk with some elves right before you head to the toy factory! Then the magic begins. Our first stop was the toy factory, where little miss met some more elves and made her very own snowman!
Once that activity was complete, we met Mother Christmas for a fun gingerbread man decorating activity!
After this, you’re free to roam around the Elf Village until it’s your time to see the reindeers and eventually meet Santa. During this time, we went ice skating (included in the price), mailed a Christmas wish list to Santa, met some elves, ate some overpriced food, took loads of cute pictures, and visited the shops.
Before we knew it, it was time to meet Santa!
The trail leading up to his cabin was enchanting. With twinkling lights and snow-covered paths, it was a magical walk that added to the excitement. There were plenty of adorable photo opportunities along the way, with charming decorations and beautiful scenery that made the experience even more special. It was truly delightful to take in all the festive sights and sounds as we made our way to Santa’s cozy cabin.
What was meeting Santa like?
Meeting Santa was a pleasant experience. While he wasn’t the most authentic-looking Santa we’ve seen, he was very kind and engaging with girl. The visit didn’t feel rushed; he took his time and interacted with her well, making it a memorable experience. She was given a bell and a toy husky, and we had the chance to take a photo with him.
What do you get for your money?
To quickly recap what little miss received: one “complimentary” photo with Santa, a bell, and a toy husky.
The Snowman she made at the Toy factory 
A stuffed Husky and a bell from Santa
And of course the whole experience.
Was it worth £59 for her alone?
Yes!
What did I get?
As for me, I was offered a biscuit while watching Mother Christmas read a story to my girl. But the best part was seeing little miss so happy!
Was it worth £59 for myself?
Absolutely not, and for that reason, I wouldn’t go back. There’s no need for any parent to pay that much when we’re essentially just watching our kids have all the fun.
I understand it’s a business and they need to make money, but the price is just too high. The one activity I did participate in was ice skating, so I guess they have the right to charge for that. But £59? Umm, no! I think £20 would have been reasonable.
In my opinion, Lapland UK is one of those experiences you do once, so make sure you have all your kids before you go!
