Brunch with Santa

Brunch with Santa is at Café 1092 on Sunday 13 December, from 09:00 to 11:30. It's part of the Christmas programme at Chester Cathedral, and the venue is the Cathedral Refectory — the thirteenth-century monks' dining hall. It's a proper piece of the building's history, so it's a bit more than just a café breakfast.

The morning is built around the kids. It's recommended for children aged 1 to 10, and every paying child gets to meet Santa and walk away with a chocolate treat. If you've got a little one under 1, they're welcome to come along too, though they won't be served brunch or a gift. Families are encouraged to bring a letter for Santa, so there's something for the children to hand over when they meet him.

On the practical side, advance booking is essential, and every member of the party needs their own ticket. If you're bringing a baby, keep in mind that highchairs are limited. It's a Sunday morning slot, so it works well if you want to get the festive bit sorted early in the day. The venue is Café 1092 in the Refectory, inside Chester Cathedral on St Werburgh Street, CH1 2DY.