This fantastic Santa experience will fill you with festive cheer! Seating up to 8 people, this virtual reality experience offers a perfect family attraction during the festive period!

Magical Sleigh Ride VR | Santa Experience in Coventry City Centre

• Dates: 
  • Open Wednesday - Sunday between 3rd -  21st December 2025
  • Open Monday 22nd - Wednesday 24th December 2025
• Prices: 
  • Off Peak: £8.50 per person (minimum of two people)
  • Peak days: £9.50 per person (minimum of two people)
• Location: Level 3 of West Orchards Shopping Centre
• Offer: Use the code EARL2025 for 10% off!
• Tickets: Click this link to book your place!

Families visiting Coventry City Centre this holiday season can enjoy a magical Santa experience that’s packed with festive cheer. Located on level three of West Orchards shopping centre, Santa’s Sleigh Lodge welcomes children and adults alike to embark on an unforgettable adventure.

Guests begin with a brief safety introduction before stepping into the Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride. Guided by the charming D.A.S.H, riders are transported across the globe - and even into space - for a thrilling pre-Christmas trial flight. With immersive 4D effects, including tilting motions, front fans, and surround sound, the sleigh ride delivers a truly captivating experience for all ages.

After the ride, children have the opportunity to chat with Santa and receive a delightful advent-themed book as a keepsake. The sleigh lodge accommodates up to 8 riders at a time, making it perfect for families - whether that’s 4 adults and 4 children, 6 adults, or any combination that suits your group.

Housed in Santa’s beautifully decorated lodge, this VR experience offers a festive feast for the senses, making it one of the must-visit family attractions in Coventry during the Christmas season.

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Important Information

TIMINGS - The complete Santa experience is around 15 minutes. Including the Virtual Reality sleigh ride that lasts for three minutes. Santa will be your host, to ensure the children get time to chat with him.

WHAT TO EXPECT 

• Please ensure you arrive on time for the Santa experience, as late entry may not be possible due to demand.
• The Santa Experience is located on level 3 of the shopping centre near the green car park doors.
• You will be greeted by Santa himself and he will take you to watch the 2 minute safety video for the sleigh ride. You will then board Santa’s sleigh. 
• The VR (virtual reality) sleigh ride requires riders to wear a VR headset. Very young riders that cannot wear the headset, can ride at the front of the sleigh and watch the content on a TV screen. This also applies to riders that suffer from motion sickness, vertigo, seizures or epilepsy. 
• The sleigh ride lasts around 3 minutes and takes you on a journey around the world. Once that ends, Santa will spend a few minutes talking to the children and will give each child a small chocolate gift.  
• The total planned experience time is 15 minutes for each booking. 
• Whilst there is not an age limit for the ride, each person must be able to support themselves as the ride moves. 
• Wheelchair users must transfer to the ride to gain the full ride experience. For more details please contact vr@westorchards.co.uk

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