Actor | Father Christmas
(Male, 45 or older)

FATHER CHRISTMAS - £214 PER DAY - ASCOT

LaplandUK, the award-winning immersive Christmas experience based on original stories by Mike & Alison Battle, brings the enchanting world of Father Christmas and his Elves to life for thousands of families every year. With stunning Hollywood-style sets, West End-quality performances, and a deep commitment to storytelling, LaplandUK creates unforgettable festive memories.

We’re looking for exceptional individuals to embody the most iconic figure of the season: Father Christmas.

THE ROLE

As Father Christmas, you’ll become the original toymaker, greeting children and families with warmth, dignity, and gentle humour. With a twinkle in your eye and a kind heart, you’ll create an intimate, magical moment for every guest, one they’ll remember for a lifetime.

Key responsibilities include:

Warmly welcoming families into your snowy woodland cabin

Listening to children’s Christmas wishes and engaging with genuine interest

Handing out personalised gifts with care and presence

Maintaining the magic, mystery, and authenticity of Father Christmas in every interaction

Working closely with West End wardrobe professionals to present a world-class appearance

Managing time effectively to ensure a smooth flow of visits throughout each day.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You might be an actor, a performer, a drama teacher, a public speaker — or simply someone with a kind soul and a love for bringing joy to others.

You’ll need:

A calm, gentle, and dignified presence

Strong communication and improvisation skills

The ability to stay in character and hold space for children’s imaginations

Confidence in working with tight schedules and under pressure

A warm and welcoming demeanour — with or without performance experience (Full training is provided.)

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE

£214 per day (£20.50 per hour + £50 daily subsiduary)

Free hot meal each shift

Paid breaks

Free transport from the local train station

Unlimited tea & coffee

Staff discount on selected event dates

KEY DATES

Auditions: July 2025

Paid Training: Selected dates from late October to early November 2025

Live Event: 8th November – 24th December 2025

LOCATION

Congleton Rd, Siddington, Macclesfield SK11 9JY (free shuttle service provided from Macclesfield station)

APPLY NOW

This is a rare and magical opportunity to bring one of the most beloved figures to life. If you have a warm heart, a kind spirit, and a sparkle in your eye, we’d love to meet you.