WHERE TO SEE SANTA

He’s made his list and checking it twice, so time is running out to show if you’ve been naughty or nice. Here’s our top spots to see Santa Claus.

THE FALKIRK WHEEL December 14-15 and 20-24

Embark on a magical boat trip to Santa’s floating grotto with the man himself on board to hand out early presents.

The activity zone at the Falkirk Wheel will feature a host of activities including face painting, cookie decorating and cuddly animals.

Tickets cost £10.95 and include a gift for each child.

Visit thefalkirkwheel.co.uk or call 08700 500 208.

SNOW FACTOR, BRAEHEAD Until December 24

With lots of real, fluffy snow to help Santa acclimatise as he arrives from the North Pole, it’s a perfect spot to

enjoy some festive cheer.

Snow Factor will be hosting a Christmas breakfast, lunch and supper dining experience which includes a gift, photograph, child’s meal and 30 minutes of sledging on the indoor slopes.

Ticket cost £26 for one child and adult; second adult, £4. Visit snowfactor.com or call 0871 222 5672.

BLAIR CASTLE, ATHOLL ESTATES NEAR PITLOCHRY, PERTHSHIRE

December 14-15 and 21-22

A bagpipe playing Santa will keep youngsters entertained with yuletide jingles as they visit his grotto in the oldest part of Blair Castle. It costs £6 per child.

There will be a three-course Christmas Sunday lunch available on December 15 and 22, for £22.50.

Visit blair-castle.co.uk or call 01796 481207.

THE HILL HOUSE, HELENSBURGH

Today and tomorrow, December 14-15

The historic Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed Hill

House will open its doors for two weekends of fun including a children’s craft workshop, Santa’s Grotto and plenty of live music.

Entry is by donation. Santa visits and craft workshops cost £2 per child.

Visit nts.org.uk or call 0844 493 2208.

THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN, EDINBURGH

December 13-15 and 18-24

An enchanting grotto at the Royal Botanic Garden will provide the backdrop for some traditional festive storytelling. Each child will have the opportunity to

meet Santa and receive a small gift.

Tickets cost £4 per child or adult. Recommended for youngsters aged 3+.

Visit rbge.org.uk or call 0131 248 2909.