Santa's Workshop

Name: LEGO Santa's Workshop 10245
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 10245
Rating: 4.24 (114 reviews)

78 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2014883 pcsHigh agreement · 95%

Expert reviews

5analyzed

Owner ratings

114

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"With a BrickScore of 77.7 and an 86% owner recommendation rate, Santa's Workshop is a Recommended seasonal build whose strengths lie in its clever interior details and collectible Winter Village appeal rather than raw size, best appreciated by those who lean into its charm rather than compare it to larger holiday sets."

Santa's Workshop is consistently praised as a charming, detail-rich Christmas Village set that rewards close inspection with clever micro-builds and thoughtful seasonal touches. Owners rate it 4.24 out of 5 across 114 ratings with an 86% recommendation rate, a more measured score than some holiday sets, reflecting that it is smaller and less architecturally elaborate than some builders expect. Reviewers who approach it on its own terms find it delightful; those expecting the scale of earlier winter village entries tend to note the compact footprint.

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LOVED (7)

01Swiveling and reclining Santa's chair with clever functional build
02Decorative string of Christmas lights around the workshop
03Baby reindeer with alternate parts for sleigh-team or standalone configuration
04Well-designed Santa and Mrs. Claus minifigures with double-sided face printing
05String of lights, vacation photo over the fireplace, and other interior Easter eggs
06Modular-feeling design that blends naturally with Winter Village display layouts
07Highly customizable with extra pieces and easy MOC potential

CRITICIZED (6)

01Overall footprint is smaller and less imposing than some builders expected based on prior winter village sets
02Ladder placement is awkward and clips insecurely
03Workshop interior feels compact with limited room to pose figures naturally
04Brick-built reindeer, while a fun build, are fragile and prone to being knocked apart during play
05Mrs. Claus head on some units displayed the angry face by default, requiring removal to find the correct smiling expression
06No kitchen or baking area for Mrs. Claus despite the cookie tray accessory

What reviewers are saying

"there is very little here that I don't like and there's a whole lot that I like a lot"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

"This set is a virtual smorgasbord of unusual parts, in fascinating colors."

The Brothers Brick

"I really like this model, actually more so than the Workshop. It has some great parts usage including sideways and as well as upside down connections."

Rebrickable Reviews

"Since it's Christmas, I thought it'd be a great time to post up a review a very special Christmas set – 10245 Santa's Workshop! This year's seasonal set, the latest in LEGO's beloved Winter Village theme"

Jay's Brick Blog

"Set 10245 Santa's Workshop is classic Winter Village fare and it fits seamlessly into the series."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

Typical micro-scale train for minifig children — The micro-scale Classic Space ship toy machine is a marked improvement over the inclusion of another micro scale train for the minifig children to play with.

Previous Winter Village sets — Stacked up against previous Winter Village sets, it's easy to see why Santa's Workshop falls a little short – the benchmark for a set to belong in the Winter Village club has been set so high that nothing short of revolutionary would've allowed it to make the cut. Previous Winter Village sets managed to blend attractive exteriors with detailed interiors, whereas Santa's Workshop sacrificed interior detail for exterior quality.

Series 8 Santa — Santa in 10245 is updated from Series 8 with much sharper printing on torso (Series 8 had red paint bleeding into white fur sections and sloppy belt printing). Current version is significantly improved, showing clear evolution in printing quality.

10235 Winter Village Market — Santa's Workshop is similar in that both are Creator Expert branded, but the reviewer notes this year's set is smaller in physical box size and opens via thumb tabs rather than tape seals.

Creator ExpertTier 2Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 5

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Expert Video Source

"there is very little here that I don't like and there's a whole lot that I like a lot"

Key Pros

✓Reindeer with printed eyes look great and maintain LEGO feel
✓Thoughtful inclusion of spare young reindeer in training
✓Elegant exterior detailing using simple existing pieces

Key Cons

✕Small interior area kept minimal to manage price point and parts count

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The Brothers Brick

Expert Video Source

BUY

"This set is a virtual smorgasbord of unusual parts, in fascinating colors."

Key Pros

✓Virtual smorgasbord of unusual parts in fascinating colors
✓Excellent parts-per-dollar value at 883 pieces for $70
✓Abundant gold elements useful for multiple themes

Key Cons

✕Doors may not be useful for all builders
✕Missing Rudolph (licensing issue)

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Editorial Source · avg of 2

BUY

"I really like this model, actually more so than the Workshop. It has some great parts usage including sideways and as well as upside down connections."

Key Pros

✓Nice multi-building complex with varied structures
✓Great sleigh model with excellent parts usage
✓Pearl Gold parts work well with Red and Dark Green

Key Cons

✕Second building (workbench) is boring compared to first building
✕Reindeer antlers overlap and need careful positioning

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Jay's Brick Blog

Editorial Source

BUY

Key Pros

✓Mrs. Claus is an excellent minifigure with immaculate detail and printing
✓Adorable, well-designed reindeer (both baby and adult versions)
✓Beautiful, brilliantly detailed exterior with excellent color palette (red, pearl gold, dark green, tan)

Key Cons

✕Interior spaces are bland and empty, especially the workshop area
✕For a set named 'Santa's Workshop,' the workshop interior is unacceptable with only two basic tools

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"Set 10245 Santa's Workshop is classic Winter Village fare and it fits seamlessly into the series."

Key Pros

✓Ingenious building techniques, particularly in the reindeer construction using Battle Droid torsos for necks and mechanical arms for antlers
✓Baby reindeer is charming with 1 x 1 plate antlers
✓Multiple unique and new printed elements, especially reindeer details and Mrs. Claus skirt

Key Cons

✕The workshop building itself is insubstantial in size and lacks interior detail
✕The left side of the workshop is sparsely furnished with no roof coverage

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Value drivers

Jay's Brick Blog: Mrs. Claus is the standout minifigure; her immaculate detailing, rare neck printing, back printing, alternate face, and apron design make her a value driver. Updated Santa with exclusive present sack also contributes.

Brickset Reviews: The unique red sack accessory for Santa and Mrs. Claus's unique printed skirt with holly sprigs may drive secondary market interest, though no explicit value projection is stated.

Exclusivity

The Brothers Brick: Limited availability to VIPs on September 17, and general public on October 1. Free exclusive add-on holiday sets available for purchases over $99 through LEGO Direct.

Jay's Brick Blog: Exclusive to LEGO.com at time of release (2014 seasonal set, now retired).

Resale

Jay's Brick Blog: As a retired seasonal set, strong aftermarket potential expected. Winter Village sets are perennial favorites among LEGO collectors, ensuring consistent demand during holiday seasons.

Brickset Reviews: Not explicitly stated; however, comments suggest Winter Village sets tend to hold value due to their annual limited release and strong collector demand, though this particular entry may be viewed as less essential than prior sets given its North Pole setting versus traditional village locale.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (6)

Elf

$25

Mrs. Claus

$13

Elf

Elf

Elf

Santa, Series 8 (Minifigure Only without Stand and Accessories)

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Printed 1x1 blocks with eyesValue
Used on reindeer to maintain LEGO feel without exclusive shapes
Printed 2x2 tile piece (2/3 brick high) with bushy white tailValue
Used for reindeer tails
Elephant trunk pieces in gold color
Used decoratively on Santa's chair and workshop details
Transparent red pieces
Used for window section
Wedge/angled plate pieces
Used to hinge and angle the workshop walls for extra dimension
Festive holiday dress piece (printed slope)
Used for Mrs. Claus outfit

What Owners Say

Santa's Workshop earns strong praise as a charming, detail-packed holiday display piece, though dedicated Winter Village collectors are split on whether the scale and scope live up to the Workshop's iconic premise.

COMMON PRAISE

+Rich interior and exterior details delight owners, including Santa's reclining swivel chair, string of Christmas lights, Mrs. Claus with reversible faces, and a tiny 'Benny's Spaceship' Easter egg in the toys
+Buildable reindeer with interchangeable parts for sleigh team or standalone figures are widely loved as a clever, playful design choice
+Strong family and holiday tradition appeal, with many buyers reporting multi-year Winter Village collections and shared builds across generations
+Price point seen as accessible and reasonable compared to prior holiday sets, making it easier to buy without regret

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Many long-time Winter Village fans find the set too small and not grand enough for a 'Santa's Workshop,' expecting something closer to modular-building scale
−Structural omissions frustrate some: no enclosed kitchen for Mrs. Claus, elves working outside in the cold, only four or five reindeer instead of eight
−One buyer received a set missing a bag of parts mid-build, which caused significant disruption
−A small group felt the set did not match the scale or visual impact of earlier Winter Village entries like the Bakery or Toy Shop

Holiday display pieceWinter Village traditionCharming detailsScale disappointmentFamily build

Buyer Ratings