The Fortnum & Mason Father Christmas Storytelling event is going ahead this year and will be the same format as all previous years.

Sold out for 2024. There is a limit of 12 children per session. Be sure to put a reminder in your diary for September 2025.

This Christmas, children aged three to eleven are invited to discover the festive magic awaiting them at Fortnum’s, hosted by a very special guest ...

Upon request from 181 Piccadilly, the Man in Red (a good friend of Fortnum’s for centuries, of course) will be welcoming those who have been extra nice this year to hear a marvellous yuletide tale in our grand Boardroom on the Fifth Floor. He will be gifting these chosen few with a goodie bag that has travelled all the way upon his sleigh from his home in the North Pole (with reindeer-proof protection, of course), and finally he will lend an ear to their last minute present requests (yes, parents too).

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times (a maximum of two adults per child) – accompanying adults are not required to purchase a ticket.

Early booking is strongly recommended as places are limited. Please ensure that you arrive 15 minutes prior to the event start time to be welcomed by our festive hosts.