what's on

Festive arty fun for ages 6m - 8yrs.
Lots of Christmas music, arts, crafts and keepsakes as well as tons of colourful fun!
11am - 12pm
The Bigg Theatre , Biggleswade
Tickets are selling fast. Book via the website

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Biggleswade Library. Drop in and make a Christmas card or decoration.

Jordans Mill
Fri 20th December 2024 - Sun 5th January 2025
(except 25th & 26th Dec and 1st Jan)

🎄✨ Get Ready for Some Festive Mischief this Christmas at The Mill!

Santa is hard at work in his Grotto in the Mill, but some of his elves have been causing mischief in the toy workshop! 👀 Can you help us figure out which naughty elves have messed up the toy making and what went wrong?

🎅 Spot the toys that were made correctly, the toys with something not quite right and which naughty elves messed up! Solve the elf mystery and write down your answers on your trail sheet.

Bring your family, get into the Christmas spirit, and help save the day!

📅 Date: 20th December - 5th January (except 25th & 26th... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Biggleswade Library.

Santa Experience, is a private session for 1 hour, 45 minutes in the Sensory room and 15 minutes in the grotto with Santa and other sensory equipment and aids.
This experience is suitable for all ages, babies, children and adults.
Priority is given to families with additional needs/disabilities.
There will be half an hour gap between bookings for cleaning, this also means you and your loved ones are not faced with people coming in or out at the same time.
Please email [email protected] for full details.
Follow us on Instagram @magic_sensory

Christmas light display in Broom. Explore Anne & Paul's amazing garden display.

Last year they raised a staggering £11485.40 - can you help them beat that this year?

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is now available to book! 😋

Children's and Vegetarian's option are also available.

This will be the only afternoon tea menu running throughout this period.

To reserve your table please email: [email protected]

Afternoon Tea:
Choose 3 out of 5 sandwiches(Turkey Cranberry, Egg Crescent, Beef Horseradish, Salmon or Halloumi Cranberry)
Scones
Guinness cake
Clotted Cream & Ginger Cooke
Glass of Prosecco (can be swapped to other drink)
Tea or Coffee
Victoria sponge
£23

Meet & Greet With Santa & Our Elf in our wonderland upstairs! ❄️

Saturday 21st December.
9:15-11:15am or 11:30-1:30pm.

Your Session Includes:
-Meet & Greet Magical Experience Upstairs With Santa & His Elf.
-Gift from Santa.
-Photo opportunity.
-Letter To Santa Making.
-Reindeer Food To Take Home.
-2 hours access to soft play & cafe.
Price: £13 per Child. £6 per Adult.
To Book Please Visit Our Website Under events

Add to your Festive Farm Pass. Meet Father Christmas and enjoy the Grotto Experience with presents.

Our cheeky Elves will greet you on arrival, make a wish and place it on our Christmas Wish Tree. Next choose a carrot, bag-up some reindeer food to take home, and then write a letter to Santa. Wander the trail to meet Father Christmas himself in his magical grotto deep within our Winter Woodland!
Each visit with Father Christmas includes a gift which children can choose from our Christmas Elf Toyshop!

Santa's grotto is located outside in our Winter Woodland so remember to wear your wellies and wrap up well! Choose a timeslot between 9am and 3.00pm

*** Remember! A Festive Farm Entry Pass for all guests is required to book any Special Activities!... Read more

Merry Christmas, Hitchin! 🎅

We are so excited to be able to bring you this wonderful new addition to our town for Christmas.

Santa's Grotto supporting Garden House Hospice- £4 per child

Visit us on the shortest day of the year for a traditional Wassail with music, activities, mill tours, and a special fruit tree planting celebration.

Hot food and mulled cider will be served in our tearoom to keep you warm and there is opportunity to buy some last-minute Christmas gift at our local seller stalls.

The event runs 1pm-5pm with some outdoor activity, so please come dressed for the weather. Torches may be handy too.

Invite someone!

Breakfast with Santa is back on the menu!

Come join us for a magical morning to create wonderful memories with the whole family!

Give your little ones a morning they'll never forget filled with fun, food, and a surprise visit from a very special someone...

Take the opportunity for a photo* with Santa before receiving a special gift and handing over those all important letters!

* Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.

To make your day extra memorable, you can tuck into a delicious cooked breakfast with your children, letting you share in the fun.

All sessions have limited numbers available and must be booked online.

🎅Breakfast With Santa🎅
Festive time is coming soon and so is Santa.
On the 14th December & the 21st December, we will be hosting Santa for breakfast, if your family would like to meet him please book a table as soon as you can.

Back by popular demand we will be in Baldock 6pm Letchworth 6-45 and Hitchin 7-30 with lots of entertainment in each town to keep you busy

Join us for a Christmas event with a twist!


Meet our grumpy green friend between 11am-12pm


Then spend the rest of the day at our lovely little zoo!


Animal talks will take place as follows (weather permitting).


10:45am - Meerkat Feed and Talk

11am-12pm - Happy Grinchmas!!!

12.15pm - Mystery Animal Meet and Greet

1pm - Skunk Meet and Greet

1.45pm - Rat Meet and Greet

2.30pm - Kookaburra Talk


Please note, Cedars Nature Centre does not have its own car park. Cedars Park does have a small car park which can become busy, so please leave plenty of time for your visit and consider using public transport.

Join Imajica Theatre for our Winter Musical production of Frosty's Winter Adventure.

Our heart-warming tale is filled with Christmas Cheer and written with the younger audience in mind. All the performances have a relaxed theatre delivery and are BSL interpreted this year as well.

We welcome audiences of all ages, are work is SEN & Neurodivergent inclusive.

Tickets are £10 for adults and £8 for children with a family booking discount. VIP options are also available

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Santa has lost his reindeer! Find all the reindeer hidden around the library to win a little prize!

Bring your children down to Sandy Library for some festive crafts.

All crafts are subject to stock and are available between 9 am to 2 pm or until they run out.

Christmas at Mead Open Farm is back!

Experience a magical festive adventure on selected dates in November and December, as the yuletide cheer of the North Pole takes over the farm. Meet Father Christmas in his grotto, decorate gingerbread men with Mother Christmas, journey through Christmas HQ and help find the magic. Wander through The Magical Forest and make some Reindeer food to take home ready for Christmas Eve. Don't forget to visit the Make a Bear Workshop to create your own cuddly toy.

Join us for a magical farm experience this December...

Story Time at the farm is getting festive!

We will be running sessions each Saturday and Sunday in the run up to Christmas, sharing a Farmer Christmas story before making some reindeer food to take home ready for Christmas Eve.

The session will also include a visit from a special farm guest (our Shetland Ponies might be little in stature but they are very, very big fans of Christmas as you will see...)

A fabulous family activity, book your spot on our website: www.knottsoftempsford.co.uk/bookings

Entry to the farm is free.
Our Farm Shop and Farmers Grill are open too.

#whatsknotttolike

We are open
Thursday-Saturday: 9am-5pm... Read more

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A BRAND NEW 50 minute experience for 2024! Bring your little ones for 50 minutes of fun with Santa and his friends, includes a ride on the Santa Express.

Tickets now on sale: £17.49 per child, £5.99 per adult.

First stop is a visit to Buffer and Stoker in their Engine Shed. These clever Elves will help you design your own Santa Express decoration to take home with you whilst entertaining you with jokes and fun.

Full steam ahead to the Junction Shed to meet Mr P the Station Master. He has just received a delivery of Christmassy letters from Rudolph, one for every child, and your magical reindeer food ready for Christmas Eve. Mr P the Station Master will also help you make your own special wish upon a star. Conductor the Elf will then lead... Read more

Have you ever wanted to Skate With Santa? Well now, thanks to him fitting @skateletchworth into his busy schedule, you can!!!

It's advised to book in advance for these sessions so as to avoid disappointment.

What are you waiting for? Go, go, go! (Ho, ho, ho!)

Booking is available via the EA app 2 weeks in advance.

There is the option to turn up and pay on the door providing there are spaces for your chosen session.

Join Santa on his big adventure to find Ginger the gingerbread person's special present. Along the way meet Billy the elf, Rudolph, Snowy the snowman and other friends.

Packed with Christmas songs, audience participation and snow! Meet Santa and his friends at the end of the performance.

Duration 40 mins including meet and greet

Age 1 - 5 years
Tickets £12 Adults £10 Child

Cost: £10* per child (all funds go to the SWCC Hedgehog Hospital)
Payable directly to the SWCC Charity on the day.
Pre-booking of a time slot is required. Please use the booking form below. Each child must be booked onto a separate time slot, or together at your discretion, but please note the £10 per child donation still applies.

Includes: 5-minutes with Santa and a Christmas gift +
Child Winter Zoo Pass valid for one future visit between 1st October - 31st March any year.
*Does not include entry into the wildlife park which is required for this experience.

As you are paying a discounted entry into the Wildlife Park, in addition to £10 donation for the Santa experience, you are welcome to arrive anytime from 10am... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Join the gingerbread hunt around the library - complete your search for a gingerbread prize!

This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.

An epic polar adventure for the whole family

Join Luton's favourites Full House Theatre for a timeless tale of hope and opportunity, told under the awesome shimmer of the northern lights. In this wintry new show, full of snow and sparkle you will be carried away by the magic of an arctic adventure never heard of before.

Masters of children's storytelling, Full House Theatre, bring the frozen paradise of the arctic to life with vibrant characters, hand crafted puppets and a beautiful original score by BAFTA nominated composer Rebecca Applin. The King's Polar Bear is a playful and highly visual show for children, the perfect family theatre experience.

Saturday 14th December 2pm will be a BSL performance

Made for 4+. Suitable for All.... Read more

A magical Christmas experience for the whole family at Wardown House, Museum and Gallery.

Children are invited to listen to a festive story from Miss Christmas, meet the whimsical elves, and receive a special gift from under the tree when they meet Father Christmas. Plus, they can enjoy milk and cookies in our cosy café afterwards, while you enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee!

There will be an opportunity to take photos of your children with Father Christmas, and enjoy the festive backdrop of the beautifully decorated house, decked out in traditional Victorian style decor.

This is a very popular event and some slots sell-out. Book early to secure your visit with Father Christmas!


Running time: 30 minutes. Adult tickets... Read more

Join us at Nene Valley Railway this Christmas and embark on the most magical journey around this festive season.

Select from 3 check-in times prior to train departure and your ticket includes:
• A fully immersive festive experience with 14 professional actors playing our Christmas characters
• Journey through our autumn forest, snow frosted portal and Santa's workshop
• Help the elves make toys in Santa's workshop (Children only)
• Meet Santa and Mrs Claus
• Receive a Christmas gift from Santa in his lodge
• Round trip from Wansford Station, this will usually be a steam train, but could on occasion be a diesel
• On train entertainment
• Festive fun sheet
• The whole event will last approximately... Read more

The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
For parking, please use the council car parks

🌟🎄 Book Now to Secure Your Place at Hertfordshire's Biggest Christmas Light Trail! Including our biggest ever Festive Food Village!
🎟️ Don't Miss Out - book now and be part of the magic! ✨

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A Christmas treat for the whole family
Our fabulously festive Santa Claus Experience is a great way to start your festive celebrations this year.

Santa's cheeky elves can not wait to welcome you on our magical group experience of festive fun. Your tour will typically take 90 minutes*

Only pre-bookings will be allowed to see Santa Claus!
*The Farm park is closed only the tour will be going ahead

Opening Mid November through until 24th December

Frosts Santa's Grotto experience is back, and this year is filled with enchanting new activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Gather 'round the fire with Mrs. Christmas as she brings the magic of Christmas to life with her heart-warming stories.

Let your imagination run wild in our Toy Factory, where children can choose a Christmas-themed cuddly toy to build, adding a personal touch to their festive keepsake.

Experience the joy of meeting Father Christmas himself! Share your Christmas wishes and capture the moment with a memorable photo, he is excited to hear about all the good deeds and Christmas cheer you've spread this year.

Step into a winter wonderland and join... Read more

The Stevenage Winter Wonderland team are excited to announce the arrival of an unforgettable festive experience at Stevenage Leisure Park, running from November 22nd to January 1st. Visitors can look forward to:

• Real ice at our spectacular ice skating rink-perfect for skaters of all levels.
• A stunning giant wheel, offering breathtaking views of the winter wonderland and beyond.
• A variety of amazing food stalls, serving everything from holiday treats to hearty meals.
• Bars with festive drinks to keep you warm and in the holiday spirit.
• Thrilling funfair rides, providing excitement for all ages.

Join us for a magical season of festive fun!

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 - after-dark festive fun for everyone.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here. Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK's seasonal calendar, Christmas at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. Discover neon trees, larger-than-life flowers and an amazing two colour pea-lit tree, surround yourself with sparkle within long glowing tunnels and immerse yourself in all the colours of the rainbow.

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked... Read more

Embark on a magical journey this Christmas. Audley End Miniature Railway, tucked away in an ancient Woodland, near Saffron Walden in North Essex.

Our Nutcracker Station Master invites you to climb aboard the Christmas Express and journey deep into the enchanted woods of Audley End to visit Father Christmas' winter workshop! You'll see Mother Christmas and her elves hard at work making sure all the toys are ready for Christmas Eve. Meet Father Christmas as he greets everyone along the train and gives each child a special gift.

Back at the station, Holly the Christmas fairy will show you the way through our magical, illuminated woodland walk, home to our picture-perfect bauble tree and Father Christmas's sleigh! The reindeer keepers will help you create your own... Read more

The magic of Christmas is returning to centre:mk this November, and this year's Grotto experience is more enchanting than ever!

There's a very secret Christmas story Santa likes to keep, about a little reindeer would you like to take a peep? His reindeer name is Norbert and although he's very small, he has a GIANT DREAM, he'd like to share it with you all! So, if you're fond of Christmas and can't wait till Christmas Day, come join us for some festive fun, right here at centre:mk



The interactive performance begins with Elf Twinkletoes guiding families to a cosy seating area for the story to begin. Families are welcomed into Santa's wondrous reindeer stable, where they can experience the story of Santa's newest reindeer, Norbert, in a heartwarming,... Read more

Sandwiches, Savoury, Scones & Cakes.

Children's option also available.

Please call and book in advance.

Please check the booking website for times that are available.

Booking is recommended, but not essential.

£5 entry plus £1.50 booking fee.

A booking is recommended to visit Santa. He will become very busy.

Tickets are non-refundable. You may reschedule a booking prior to your visit, subject to availability remaining.

Up to four children may be included in a booking. More than four children requires a second booking.

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven...

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it's the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.


Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

It may be a bit early to think about snow but The Snowman TM, an enchanting exhibition for all the family, comes to Hitchin from 5th October, so you can plan a visit on a wet winter weekend or October half-term holiday!

The book, first published in 1978, was created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, drawn only with pencil crayons in a comic strip format. Then in 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film. Extending the picture book story was relatively easy for the talented creative team, who used their imagination to extend the Snowman's night of exploration - including a meeting with Father Christmas. Raymond Briggs never intended for The Snowman to be a festive tale - the original story doesn't even mention Christmas!
... Read more

Grab yourself a mulled wine and settle into your seat for the Living Theatre's reading of a Christmas Carol - but don't get too comfortable, expect characters to leap from the page and Dickens to dance before your eyes as our actors contend to tell our favourite Christmas story; seamlessly moving from your trusted narrator to the most fiendish of Dickens creations.

Book in hand, our actors will take you through the laughter, lows and straight to the heart of Dickens' most famous tale.

This reading is created for all the family, relishing the
words for the most faithful Dickens' fan to captivating the imaginations of our youngest audience.

In this workshop you will learn all of the basics of crochet! You will also be given all of the supplies to carry on the fun at home. Leave feeling confident that you have learnt a new skill. All ages are welcome (children need to be accompanied by an adult) This will be a day full of Christmas vibes whilst also giving you the chance to get a few last minute presents. Hot drinks + biscuits provided.

Jordans Mill
Fri 20th December 2024 - Sun 5th January 2025
(except 25th & 26th Dec and 1st Jan)

🎄✨ Get Ready for Some Festive Mischief this Christmas at The Mill!

Santa is hard at work in his Grotto in the Mill, but some of his elves have been causing mischief in the toy workshop! 👀 Can you help us figure out which naughty elves have messed up the toy making and what went wrong?

🎅 Spot the toys that were made correctly, the toys with something not quite right and which naughty elves messed up! Solve the elf mystery and write down your answers on your trail sheet.

Bring your family, get into the Christmas spirit, and help save the day!

📅 Date: 20th December - 5th January (except 25th & 26th... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Biggleswade Library.

Santa Experience, is a private session for 1 hour, 45 minutes in the Sensory room and 15 minutes in the grotto with Santa and other sensory equipment and aids.
This experience is suitable for all ages, babies, children and adults.
Priority is given to families with additional needs/disabilities.
There will be half an hour gap between bookings for cleaning, this also means you and your loved ones are not faced with people coming in or out at the same time.
Please email [email protected] for full details.
Follow us on Instagram @magic_sensory

Christmas light display in Broom. Explore Anne & Paul's amazing garden display.

Last year they raised a staggering £11485.40 - can you help them beat that this year?

Add to your Festive Farm Pass. Meet Father Christmas and enjoy the Grotto Experience with presents.

Our cheeky Elves will greet you on arrival, make a wish and place it on our Christmas Wish Tree. Next choose a carrot, bag-up some reindeer food to take home, and then write a letter to Santa. Wander the trail to meet Father Christmas himself in his magical grotto deep within our Winter Woodland!
Each visit with Father Christmas includes a gift which children can choose from our Christmas Elf Toyshop!

Santa's grotto is located outside in our Winter Woodland so remember to wear your wellies and wrap up well! Choose a timeslot between 9am and 3.00pm

*** Remember! A Festive Farm Entry Pass for all guests is required to book any Special Activities!... Read more

Merry Christmas, Hitchin! 🎅

We are so excited to be able to bring you this wonderful new addition to our town for Christmas.

Santa's Grotto supporting Garden House Hospice- £4 per child

Breakfast with Santa is back on the menu!

Come join us for a magical morning to create wonderful memories with the whole family!

Give your little ones a morning they'll never forget filled with fun, food, and a surprise visit from a very special someone...

Take the opportunity for a photo* with Santa before receiving a special gift and handing over those all important letters!

* Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.

To make your day extra memorable, you can tuck into a delicious cooked breakfast with your children, letting you share in the fun.

All sessions have limited numbers available and must be booked online.

Join Imajica Theatre for our Winter Musical production of Frosty's Winter Adventure.

Our heart-warming tale is filled with Christmas Cheer and written with the younger audience in mind. All the performances have a relaxed theatre delivery and are BSL interpreted this year as well.

We welcome audiences of all ages, are work is SEN & Neurodivergent inclusive.

Tickets are £10 for adults and £8 for children with a family booking discount. VIP options are also available

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Santa has lost his reindeer! Find all the reindeer hidden around the library to win a little prize!

Christmas at Mead Open Farm is back!

Experience a magical festive adventure on selected dates in November and December, as the yuletide cheer of the North Pole takes over the farm. Meet Father Christmas in his grotto, decorate gingerbread men with Mother Christmas, journey through Christmas HQ and help find the magic. Wander through The Magical Forest and make some Reindeer food to take home ready for Christmas Eve. Don't forget to visit the Make a Bear Workshop to create your own cuddly toy.

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A BRAND NEW 50 minute experience for 2024! Bring your little ones for 50 minutes of fun with Santa and his friends, includes a ride on the Santa Express.

Tickets now on sale: £17.49 per child, £5.99 per adult.

First stop is a visit to Buffer and Stoker in their Engine Shed. These clever Elves will help you design your own Santa Express decoration to take home with you whilst entertaining you with jokes and fun.

Full steam ahead to the Junction Shed to meet Mr P the Station Master. He has just received a delivery of Christmassy letters from Rudolph, one for every child, and your magical reindeer food ready for Christmas Eve. Mr P the Station Master will also help you make your own special wish upon a star. Conductor the Elf will then lead... Read more

Have you ever wanted to Skate With Santa? Well now, thanks to him fitting @skateletchworth into his busy schedule, you can!!!

It's advised to book in advance for these sessions so as to avoid disappointment.

What are you waiting for? Go, go, go! (Ho, ho, ho!)

Booking is available via the EA app 2 weeks in advance.

There is the option to turn up and pay on the door providing there are spaces for your chosen session.

Join Santa on his big adventure to find Ginger the gingerbread person's special present. Along the way meet Billy the elf, Rudolph, Snowy the snowman and other friends.

Packed with Christmas songs, audience participation and snow! Meet Santa and his friends at the end of the performance.

Duration 40 mins including meet and greet

Age 1 - 5 years
Tickets £12 Adults £10 Child

Cost: £10* per child (all funds go to the SWCC Hedgehog Hospital)
Payable directly to the SWCC Charity on the day.
Pre-booking of a time slot is required. Please use the booking form below. Each child must be booked onto a separate time slot, or together at your discretion, but please note the £10 per child donation still applies.

Includes: 5-minutes with Santa and a Christmas gift +
Child Winter Zoo Pass valid for one future visit between 1st October - 31st March any year.
*Does not include entry into the wildlife park which is required for this experience.

As you are paying a discounted entry into the Wildlife Park, in addition to £10 donation for the Santa experience, you are welcome to arrive anytime from 10am... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Join the gingerbread hunt around the library - complete your search for a gingerbread prize!

This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.

An epic polar adventure for the whole family

Join Luton's favourites Full House Theatre for a timeless tale of hope and opportunity, told under the awesome shimmer of the northern lights. In this wintry new show, full of snow and sparkle you will be carried away by the magic of an arctic adventure never heard of before.

Masters of children's storytelling, Full House Theatre, bring the frozen paradise of the arctic to life with vibrant characters, hand crafted puppets and a beautiful original score by BAFTA nominated composer Rebecca Applin. The King's Polar Bear is a playful and highly visual show for children, the perfect family theatre experience.

Saturday 14th December 2pm will be a BSL performance

Made for 4+. Suitable for All.... Read more

Join us at Nene Valley Railway this Christmas and embark on the most magical journey around this festive season.

Select from 3 check-in times prior to train departure and your ticket includes:
• A fully immersive festive experience with 14 professional actors playing our Christmas characters
• Journey through our autumn forest, snow frosted portal and Santa's workshop
• Help the elves make toys in Santa's workshop (Children only)
• Meet Santa and Mrs Claus
• Receive a Christmas gift from Santa in his lodge
• Round trip from Wansford Station, this will usually be a steam train, but could on occasion be a diesel
• On train entertainment
• Festive fun sheet
• The whole event will last approximately... Read more

The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
For parking, please use the council car parks

🌟🎄 Book Now to Secure Your Place at Hertfordshire's Biggest Christmas Light Trail! Including our biggest ever Festive Food Village!
🎟️ Don't Miss Out - book now and be part of the magic! ✨

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A Christmas treat for the whole family
Our fabulously festive Santa Claus Experience is a great way to start your festive celebrations this year.

Santa's cheeky elves can not wait to welcome you on our magical group experience of festive fun. Your tour will typically take 90 minutes*

Only pre-bookings will be allowed to see Santa Claus!
*The Farm park is closed only the tour will be going ahead

Opening Mid November through until 24th December

Frosts Santa's Grotto experience is back, and this year is filled with enchanting new activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Gather 'round the fire with Mrs. Christmas as she brings the magic of Christmas to life with her heart-warming stories.

Let your imagination run wild in our Toy Factory, where children can choose a Christmas-themed cuddly toy to build, adding a personal touch to their festive keepsake.

Experience the joy of meeting Father Christmas himself! Share your Christmas wishes and capture the moment with a memorable photo, he is excited to hear about all the good deeds and Christmas cheer you've spread this year.

Step into a winter wonderland and join... Read more

The Stevenage Winter Wonderland team are excited to announce the arrival of an unforgettable festive experience at Stevenage Leisure Park, running from November 22nd to January 1st. Visitors can look forward to:

• Real ice at our spectacular ice skating rink-perfect for skaters of all levels.
• A stunning giant wheel, offering breathtaking views of the winter wonderland and beyond.
• A variety of amazing food stalls, serving everything from holiday treats to hearty meals.
• Bars with festive drinks to keep you warm and in the holiday spirit.
• Thrilling funfair rides, providing excitement for all ages.

Join us for a magical season of festive fun!

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 - after-dark festive fun for everyone.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here. Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK's seasonal calendar, Christmas at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. Discover neon trees, larger-than-life flowers and an amazing two colour pea-lit tree, surround yourself with sparkle within long glowing tunnels and immerse yourself in all the colours of the rainbow.

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked... Read more

Embark on a magical journey this Christmas. Audley End Miniature Railway, tucked away in an ancient Woodland, near Saffron Walden in North Essex.

Our Nutcracker Station Master invites you to climb aboard the Christmas Express and journey deep into the enchanted woods of Audley End to visit Father Christmas' winter workshop! You'll see Mother Christmas and her elves hard at work making sure all the toys are ready for Christmas Eve. Meet Father Christmas as he greets everyone along the train and gives each child a special gift.

Back at the station, Holly the Christmas fairy will show you the way through our magical, illuminated woodland walk, home to our picture-perfect bauble tree and Father Christmas's sleigh! The reindeer keepers will help you create your own... Read more

The magic of Christmas is returning to centre:mk this November, and this year's Grotto experience is more enchanting than ever!

There's a very secret Christmas story Santa likes to keep, about a little reindeer would you like to take a peep? His reindeer name is Norbert and although he's very small, he has a GIANT DREAM, he'd like to share it with you all! So, if you're fond of Christmas and can't wait till Christmas Day, come join us for some festive fun, right here at centre:mk



The interactive performance begins with Elf Twinkletoes guiding families to a cosy seating area for the story to begin. Families are welcomed into Santa's wondrous reindeer stable, where they can experience the story of Santa's newest reindeer, Norbert, in a heartwarming,... Read more

Sandwiches, Savoury, Scones & Cakes.

Children's option also available.

Please call and book in advance.

Please check the booking website for times that are available.

Booking is recommended, but not essential.

£5 entry plus £1.50 booking fee.

A booking is recommended to visit Santa. He will become very busy.

Tickets are non-refundable. You may reschedule a booking prior to your visit, subject to availability remaining.

Up to four children may be included in a booking. More than four children requires a second booking.

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven...

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it's the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.


Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

It may be a bit early to think about snow but The Snowman TM, an enchanting exhibition for all the family, comes to Hitchin from 5th October, so you can plan a visit on a wet winter weekend or October half-term holiday!

The book, first published in 1978, was created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, drawn only with pencil crayons in a comic strip format. Then in 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film. Extending the picture book story was relatively easy for the talented creative team, who used their imagination to extend the Snowman's night of exploration - including a meeting with Father Christmas. Raymond Briggs never intended for The Snowman to be a festive tale - the original story doesn't even mention Christmas!
... Read more

Jordans Mill
Fri 20th December 2024 - Sun 5th January 2025
(except 25th & 26th Dec and 1st Jan)

🎄✨ Get Ready for Some Festive Mischief this Christmas at The Mill!

Santa is hard at work in his Grotto in the Mill, but some of his elves have been causing mischief in the toy workshop! 👀 Can you help us figure out which naughty elves have messed up the toy making and what went wrong?

🎅 Spot the toys that were made correctly, the toys with something not quite right and which naughty elves messed up! Solve the elf mystery and write down your answers on your trail sheet.

Bring your family, get into the Christmas spirit, and help save the day!

📅 Date: 20th December - 5th January (except 25th & 26th... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Biggleswade Library.

Santa Experience, is a private session for 1 hour, 45 minutes in the Sensory room and 15 minutes in the grotto with Santa and other sensory equipment and aids.
This experience is suitable for all ages, babies, children and adults.
Priority is given to families with additional needs/disabilities.
There will be half an hour gap between bookings for cleaning, this also means you and your loved ones are not faced with people coming in or out at the same time.
Please email [email protected] for full details.
Follow us on Instagram @magic_sensory

Christmas light display in Broom. Explore Anne & Paul's amazing garden display.

Last year they raised a staggering £11485.40 - can you help them beat that this year?

We're offering a quiet opening time for The Snowman™ exhibition.

If you're neurodiverse and need a quieter time to come and enjoy our special wintery exhibition book your free place and come along.

Monday 23rd December, 9-10am

If you have any questions, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 01462 474554

Add to your Festive Farm Pass. Meet Father Christmas and enjoy the Grotto Experience with presents.

Our cheeky Elves will greet you on arrival, make a wish and place it on our Christmas Wish Tree. Next choose a carrot, bag-up some reindeer food to take home, and then write a letter to Santa. Wander the trail to meet Father Christmas himself in his magical grotto deep within our Winter Woodland!
Each visit with Father Christmas includes a gift which children can choose from our Christmas Elf Toyshop!

Santa's grotto is located outside in our Winter Woodland so remember to wear your wellies and wrap up well! Choose a timeslot between 9am and 3.00pm

*** Remember! A Festive Farm Entry Pass for all guests is required to book any Special Activities!... Read more

Breakfast with Santa is back on the menu!

Come join us for a magical morning to create wonderful memories with the whole family!

Give your little ones a morning they'll never forget filled with fun, food, and a surprise visit from a very special someone...

Take the opportunity for a photo* with Santa before receiving a special gift and handing over those all important letters!

* Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.

To make your day extra memorable, you can tuck into a delicious cooked breakfast with your children, letting you share in the fun.

All sessions have limited numbers available and must be booked online.

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Santa has lost his reindeer! Find all the reindeer hidden around the library to win a little prize!

Christmas at Mead Open Farm is back!

Experience a magical festive adventure on selected dates in November and December, as the yuletide cheer of the North Pole takes over the farm. Meet Father Christmas in his grotto, decorate gingerbread men with Mother Christmas, journey through Christmas HQ and help find the magic. Wander through The Magical Forest and make some Reindeer food to take home ready for Christmas Eve. Don't forget to visit the Make a Bear Workshop to create your own cuddly toy.

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A BRAND NEW 50 minute experience for 2024! Bring your little ones for 50 minutes of fun with Santa and his friends, includes a ride on the Santa Express.

Tickets now on sale: £17.49 per child, £5.99 per adult.

First stop is a visit to Buffer and Stoker in their Engine Shed. These clever Elves will help you design your own Santa Express decoration to take home with you whilst entertaining you with jokes and fun.

Full steam ahead to the Junction Shed to meet Mr P the Station Master. He has just received a delivery of Christmassy letters from Rudolph, one for every child, and your magical reindeer food ready for Christmas Eve. Mr P the Station Master will also help you make your own special wish upon a star. Conductor the Elf will then lead... Read more

Have you ever wanted to Skate With Santa? Well now, thanks to him fitting @skateletchworth into his busy schedule, you can!!!

It's advised to book in advance for these sessions so as to avoid disappointment.

What are you waiting for? Go, go, go! (Ho, ho, ho!)

Booking is available via the EA app 2 weeks in advance.

There is the option to turn up and pay on the door providing there are spaces for your chosen session.

Join Santa on his big adventure to find Ginger the gingerbread person's special present. Along the way meet Billy the elf, Rudolph, Snowy the snowman and other friends.

Packed with Christmas songs, audience participation and snow! Meet Santa and his friends at the end of the performance.

Duration 40 mins including meet and greet

Age 1 - 5 years
Tickets £12 Adults £10 Child

Cost: £10* per child (all funds go to the SWCC Hedgehog Hospital)
Payable directly to the SWCC Charity on the day.
Pre-booking of a time slot is required. Please use the booking form below. Each child must be booked onto a separate time slot, or together at your discretion, but please note the £10 per child donation still applies.

Includes: 5-minutes with Santa and a Christmas gift +
Child Winter Zoo Pass valid for one future visit between 1st October - 31st March any year.
*Does not include entry into the wildlife park which is required for this experience.

As you are paying a discounted entry into the Wildlife Park, in addition to £10 donation for the Santa experience, you are welcome to arrive anytime from 10am... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Join the gingerbread hunt around the library - complete your search for a gingerbread prize!

This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.

An epic polar adventure for the whole family

Join Luton's favourites Full House Theatre for a timeless tale of hope and opportunity, told under the awesome shimmer of the northern lights. In this wintry new show, full of snow and sparkle you will be carried away by the magic of an arctic adventure never heard of before.

Masters of children's storytelling, Full House Theatre, bring the frozen paradise of the arctic to life with vibrant characters, hand crafted puppets and a beautiful original score by BAFTA nominated composer Rebecca Applin. The King's Polar Bear is a playful and highly visual show for children, the perfect family theatre experience.

Saturday 14th December 2pm will be a BSL performance

Made for 4+. Suitable for All.... Read more

Join us at Nene Valley Railway this Christmas and embark on the most magical journey around this festive season.

Select from 3 check-in times prior to train departure and your ticket includes:
• A fully immersive festive experience with 14 professional actors playing our Christmas characters
• Journey through our autumn forest, snow frosted portal and Santa's workshop
• Help the elves make toys in Santa's workshop (Children only)
• Meet Santa and Mrs Claus
• Receive a Christmas gift from Santa in his lodge
• Round trip from Wansford Station, this will usually be a steam train, but could on occasion be a diesel
• On train entertainment
• Festive fun sheet
• The whole event will last approximately... Read more

The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
For parking, please use the council car parks

🌟🎄 Book Now to Secure Your Place at Hertfordshire's Biggest Christmas Light Trail! Including our biggest ever Festive Food Village!
🎟️ Don't Miss Out - book now and be part of the magic! ✨

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A Christmas treat for the whole family
Our fabulously festive Santa Claus Experience is a great way to start your festive celebrations this year.

Santa's cheeky elves can not wait to welcome you on our magical group experience of festive fun. Your tour will typically take 90 minutes*

Only pre-bookings will be allowed to see Santa Claus!
*The Farm park is closed only the tour will be going ahead

Opening Mid November through until 24th December

Frosts Santa's Grotto experience is back, and this year is filled with enchanting new activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Gather 'round the fire with Mrs. Christmas as she brings the magic of Christmas to life with her heart-warming stories.

Let your imagination run wild in our Toy Factory, where children can choose a Christmas-themed cuddly toy to build, adding a personal touch to their festive keepsake.

Experience the joy of meeting Father Christmas himself! Share your Christmas wishes and capture the moment with a memorable photo, he is excited to hear about all the good deeds and Christmas cheer you've spread this year.

Step into a winter wonderland and join... Read more

The Stevenage Winter Wonderland team are excited to announce the arrival of an unforgettable festive experience at Stevenage Leisure Park, running from November 22nd to January 1st. Visitors can look forward to:

• Real ice at our spectacular ice skating rink-perfect for skaters of all levels.
• A stunning giant wheel, offering breathtaking views of the winter wonderland and beyond.
• A variety of amazing food stalls, serving everything from holiday treats to hearty meals.
• Bars with festive drinks to keep you warm and in the holiday spirit.
• Thrilling funfair rides, providing excitement for all ages.

Join us for a magical season of festive fun!

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 - after-dark festive fun for everyone.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here. Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK's seasonal calendar, Christmas at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. Discover neon trees, larger-than-life flowers and an amazing two colour pea-lit tree, surround yourself with sparkle within long glowing tunnels and immerse yourself in all the colours of the rainbow.

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked... Read more

Embark on a magical journey this Christmas. Audley End Miniature Railway, tucked away in an ancient Woodland, near Saffron Walden in North Essex.

Our Nutcracker Station Master invites you to climb aboard the Christmas Express and journey deep into the enchanted woods of Audley End to visit Father Christmas' winter workshop! You'll see Mother Christmas and her elves hard at work making sure all the toys are ready for Christmas Eve. Meet Father Christmas as he greets everyone along the train and gives each child a special gift.

Back at the station, Holly the Christmas fairy will show you the way through our magical, illuminated woodland walk, home to our picture-perfect bauble tree and Father Christmas's sleigh! The reindeer keepers will help you create your own... Read more

The magic of Christmas is returning to centre:mk this November, and this year's Grotto experience is more enchanting than ever!

There's a very secret Christmas story Santa likes to keep, about a little reindeer would you like to take a peep? His reindeer name is Norbert and although he's very small, he has a GIANT DREAM, he'd like to share it with you all! So, if you're fond of Christmas and can't wait till Christmas Day, come join us for some festive fun, right here at centre:mk



The interactive performance begins with Elf Twinkletoes guiding families to a cosy seating area for the story to begin. Families are welcomed into Santa's wondrous reindeer stable, where they can experience the story of Santa's newest reindeer, Norbert, in a heartwarming,... Read more

Please check the booking website for times that are available.

Booking is recommended, but not essential.

£5 entry plus £1.50 booking fee.

A booking is recommended to visit Santa. He will become very busy.

Tickets are non-refundable. You may reschedule a booking prior to your visit, subject to availability remaining.

Up to four children may be included in a booking. More than four children requires a second booking.

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven...

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it's the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.


Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

It may be a bit early to think about snow but The Snowman TM, an enchanting exhibition for all the family, comes to Hitchin from 5th October, so you can plan a visit on a wet winter weekend or October half-term holiday!

The book, first published in 1978, was created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, drawn only with pencil crayons in a comic strip format. Then in 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film. Extending the picture book story was relatively easy for the talented creative team, who used their imagination to extend the Snowman's night of exploration - including a meeting with Father Christmas. Raymond Briggs never intended for The Snowman to be a festive tale - the original story doesn't even mention Christmas!
... Read more

Drop in and make some fun crafts.

Jordans Mill
Fri 20th December 2024 - Sun 5th January 2025
(except 25th & 26th Dec and 1st Jan)

🎄✨ Get Ready for Some Festive Mischief this Christmas at The Mill!

Santa is hard at work in his Grotto in the Mill, but some of his elves have been causing mischief in the toy workshop! 👀 Can you help us figure out which naughty elves have messed up the toy making and what went wrong?

🎅 Spot the toys that were made correctly, the toys with something not quite right and which naughty elves messed up! Solve the elf mystery and write down your answers on your trail sheet.

Bring your family, get into the Christmas spirit, and help save the day!

📅 Date: 20th December - 5th January (except 25th & 26th... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Biggleswade Library.

Christmas light display in Broom. Explore Anne & Paul's amazing garden display.

Last year they raised a staggering £11485.40 - can you help them beat that this year?

Breakfast with Santa is back on the menu!

Come join us for a magical morning to create wonderful memories with the whole family!

Give your little ones a morning they'll never forget filled with fun, food, and a surprise visit from a very special someone...

Take the opportunity for a photo* with Santa before receiving a special gift and handing over those all important letters!

* Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.

To make your day extra memorable, you can tuck into a delicious cooked breakfast with your children, letting you share in the fun.

All sessions have limited numbers available and must be booked online.

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Santa has lost his reindeer! Find all the reindeer hidden around the library to win a little prize!

Christmas at Mead Open Farm is back!

Experience a magical festive adventure on selected dates in November and December, as the yuletide cheer of the North Pole takes over the farm. Meet Father Christmas in his grotto, decorate gingerbread men with Mother Christmas, journey through Christmas HQ and help find the magic. Wander through The Magical Forest and make some Reindeer food to take home ready for Christmas Eve. Don't forget to visit the Make a Bear Workshop to create your own cuddly toy.

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A BRAND NEW 50 minute experience for 2024! Bring your little ones for 50 minutes of fun with Santa and his friends, includes a ride on the Santa Express.

Tickets now on sale: £17.49 per child, £5.99 per adult.

First stop is a visit to Buffer and Stoker in their Engine Shed. These clever Elves will help you design your own Santa Express decoration to take home with you whilst entertaining you with jokes and fun.

Full steam ahead to the Junction Shed to meet Mr P the Station Master. He has just received a delivery of Christmassy letters from Rudolph, one for every child, and your magical reindeer food ready for Christmas Eve. Mr P the Station Master will also help you make your own special wish upon a star. Conductor the Elf will then lead... Read more

Have you ever wanted to Skate With Santa? Well now, thanks to him fitting @skateletchworth into his busy schedule, you can!!!

It's advised to book in advance for these sessions so as to avoid disappointment.

What are you waiting for? Go, go, go! (Ho, ho, ho!)

Booking is available via the EA app 2 weeks in advance.

There is the option to turn up and pay on the door providing there are spaces for your chosen session.

Join Santa on his big adventure to find Ginger the gingerbread person's special present. Along the way meet Billy the elf, Rudolph, Snowy the snowman and other friends.

Packed with Christmas songs, audience participation and snow! Meet Santa and his friends at the end of the performance.

Duration 40 mins including meet and greet

Age 1 - 5 years
Tickets £12 Adults £10 Child

Cost: £10* per child (all funds go to the SWCC Hedgehog Hospital)
Payable directly to the SWCC Charity on the day.
Pre-booking of a time slot is required. Please use the booking form below. Each child must be booked onto a separate time slot, or together at your discretion, but please note the £10 per child donation still applies.

Includes: 5-minutes with Santa and a Christmas gift +
Child Winter Zoo Pass valid for one future visit between 1st October - 31st March any year.
*Does not include entry into the wildlife park which is required for this experience.

As you are paying a discounted entry into the Wildlife Park, in addition to £10 donation for the Santa experience, you are welcome to arrive anytime from 10am... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Join the gingerbread hunt around the library - complete your search for a gingerbread prize!

This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.

An epic polar adventure for the whole family

Join Luton's favourites Full House Theatre for a timeless tale of hope and opportunity, told under the awesome shimmer of the northern lights. In this wintry new show, full of snow and sparkle you will be carried away by the magic of an arctic adventure never heard of before.

Masters of children's storytelling, Full House Theatre, bring the frozen paradise of the arctic to life with vibrant characters, hand crafted puppets and a beautiful original score by BAFTA nominated composer Rebecca Applin. The King's Polar Bear is a playful and highly visual show for children, the perfect family theatre experience.

Saturday 14th December 2pm will be a BSL performance

Made for 4+. Suitable for All.... Read more

Join us at Nene Valley Railway this Christmas and embark on the most magical journey around this festive season.

Select from 3 check-in times prior to train departure and your ticket includes:
• A fully immersive festive experience with 14 professional actors playing our Christmas characters
• Journey through our autumn forest, snow frosted portal and Santa's workshop
• Help the elves make toys in Santa's workshop (Children only)
• Meet Santa and Mrs Claus
• Receive a Christmas gift from Santa in his lodge
• Round trip from Wansford Station, this will usually be a steam train, but could on occasion be a diesel
• On train entertainment
• Festive fun sheet
• The whole event will last approximately... Read more

The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
For parking, please use the council car parks

🌟🎄 Book Now to Secure Your Place at Hertfordshire's Biggest Christmas Light Trail! Including our biggest ever Festive Food Village!
🎟️ Don't Miss Out - book now and be part of the magic! ✨

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A Christmas treat for the whole family
Our fabulously festive Santa Claus Experience is a great way to start your festive celebrations this year.

Santa's cheeky elves can not wait to welcome you on our magical group experience of festive fun. Your tour will typically take 90 minutes*

Only pre-bookings will be allowed to see Santa Claus!
*The Farm park is closed only the tour will be going ahead

Opening Mid November through until 24th December

Frosts Santa's Grotto experience is back, and this year is filled with enchanting new activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Gather 'round the fire with Mrs. Christmas as she brings the magic of Christmas to life with her heart-warming stories.

Let your imagination run wild in our Toy Factory, where children can choose a Christmas-themed cuddly toy to build, adding a personal touch to their festive keepsake.

Experience the joy of meeting Father Christmas himself! Share your Christmas wishes and capture the moment with a memorable photo, he is excited to hear about all the good deeds and Christmas cheer you've spread this year.

Step into a winter wonderland and join... Read more

The Stevenage Winter Wonderland team are excited to announce the arrival of an unforgettable festive experience at Stevenage Leisure Park, running from November 22nd to January 1st. Visitors can look forward to:

• Real ice at our spectacular ice skating rink-perfect for skaters of all levels.
• A stunning giant wheel, offering breathtaking views of the winter wonderland and beyond.
• A variety of amazing food stalls, serving everything from holiday treats to hearty meals.
• Bars with festive drinks to keep you warm and in the holiday spirit.
• Thrilling funfair rides, providing excitement for all ages.

Join us for a magical season of festive fun!

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 - after-dark festive fun for everyone.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here. Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK's seasonal calendar, Christmas at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. Discover neon trees, larger-than-life flowers and an amazing two colour pea-lit tree, surround yourself with sparkle within long glowing tunnels and immerse yourself in all the colours of the rainbow.

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked... Read more

Embark on a magical journey this Christmas. Audley End Miniature Railway, tucked away in an ancient Woodland, near Saffron Walden in North Essex.

Our Nutcracker Station Master invites you to climb aboard the Christmas Express and journey deep into the enchanted woods of Audley End to visit Father Christmas' winter workshop! You'll see Mother Christmas and her elves hard at work making sure all the toys are ready for Christmas Eve. Meet Father Christmas as he greets everyone along the train and gives each child a special gift.

Back at the station, Holly the Christmas fairy will show you the way through our magical, illuminated woodland walk, home to our picture-perfect bauble tree and Father Christmas's sleigh! The reindeer keepers will help you create your own... Read more

The magic of Christmas is returning to centre:mk this November, and this year's Grotto experience is more enchanting than ever!

There's a very secret Christmas story Santa likes to keep, about a little reindeer would you like to take a peep? His reindeer name is Norbert and although he's very small, he has a GIANT DREAM, he'd like to share it with you all! So, if you're fond of Christmas and can't wait till Christmas Day, come join us for some festive fun, right here at centre:mk



The interactive performance begins with Elf Twinkletoes guiding families to a cosy seating area for the story to begin. Families are welcomed into Santa's wondrous reindeer stable, where they can experience the story of Santa's newest reindeer, Norbert, in a heartwarming,... Read more

Please check the booking website for times that are available.

Booking is recommended, but not essential.

£5 entry plus £1.50 booking fee.

A booking is recommended to visit Santa. He will become very busy.

Tickets are non-refundable. You may reschedule a booking prior to your visit, subject to availability remaining.

Up to four children may be included in a booking. More than four children requires a second booking.

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven...

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it's the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.


Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

It may be a bit early to think about snow but The Snowman TM, an enchanting exhibition for all the family, comes to Hitchin from 5th October, so you can plan a visit on a wet winter weekend or October half-term holiday!

The book, first published in 1978, was created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, drawn only with pencil crayons in a comic strip format. Then in 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film. Extending the picture book story was relatively easy for the talented creative team, who used their imagination to extend the Snowman's night of exploration - including a meeting with Father Christmas. Raymond Briggs never intended for The Snowman to be a festive tale - the original story doesn't even mention Christmas!
... Read more

Drop in and make some fun crafts.

Jordans Mill
Fri 20th December 2024 - Sun 5th January 2025
(except 25th & 26th Dec and 1st Jan)

🎄✨ Get Ready for Some Festive Mischief this Christmas at The Mill!

Santa is hard at work in his Grotto in the Mill, but some of his elves have been causing mischief in the toy workshop! 👀 Can you help us figure out which naughty elves have messed up the toy making and what went wrong?

🎅 Spot the toys that were made correctly, the toys with something not quite right and which naughty elves messed up! Solve the elf mystery and write down your answers on your trail sheet.

Bring your family, get into the Christmas spirit, and help save the day!

📅 Date: 20th December - 5th January (except 25th & 26th... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Santa has lost his reindeer! Find all the reindeer hidden around the library to win a little prize!

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Join the gingerbread hunt around the library - complete your search for a gingerbread prize!

The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
For parking, please use the council car parks

🌟🎄 Book Now to Secure Your Place at Hertfordshire's Biggest Christmas Light Trail! Including our biggest ever Festive Food Village!
🎟️ Don't Miss Out - book now and be part of the magic! ✨

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A Christmas treat for the whole family
Our fabulously festive Santa Claus Experience is a great way to start your festive celebrations this year.

Santa's cheeky elves can not wait to welcome you on our magical group experience of festive fun. Your tour will typically take 90 minutes*

Only pre-bookings will be allowed to see Santa Claus!
*The Farm park is closed only the tour will be going ahead

The Stevenage Winter Wonderland team are excited to announce the arrival of an unforgettable festive experience at Stevenage Leisure Park, running from November 22nd to January 1st. Visitors can look forward to:

• Real ice at our spectacular ice skating rink-perfect for skaters of all levels.
• A stunning giant wheel, offering breathtaking views of the winter wonderland and beyond.
• A variety of amazing food stalls, serving everything from holiday treats to hearty meals.
• Bars with festive drinks to keep you warm and in the holiday spirit.
• Thrilling funfair rides, providing excitement for all ages.

Join us for a magical season of festive fun!

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 - after-dark festive fun for everyone.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here. Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK's seasonal calendar, Christmas at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. Discover neon trees, larger-than-life flowers and an amazing two colour pea-lit tree, surround yourself with sparkle within long glowing tunnels and immerse yourself in all the colours of the rainbow.

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked... Read more

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven...

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it's the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.


Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

It may be a bit early to think about snow but The Snowman TM, an enchanting exhibition for all the family, comes to Hitchin from 5th October, so you can plan a visit on a wet winter weekend or October half-term holiday!

The book, first published in 1978, was created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, drawn only with pencil crayons in a comic strip format. Then in 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film. Extending the picture book story was relatively easy for the talented creative team, who used their imagination to extend the Snowman's night of exploration - including a meeting with Father Christmas. Raymond Briggs never intended for The Snowman to be a festive tale - the original story doesn't even mention Christmas!
... Read more

Drop in and make some fun crafts.

Jordans Mill
Fri 20th December 2024 - Sun 5th January 2025
(except 25th & 26th Dec and 1st Jan)

🎄✨ Get Ready for Some Festive Mischief this Christmas at The Mill!

Santa is hard at work in his Grotto in the Mill, but some of his elves have been causing mischief in the toy workshop! 👀 Can you help us figure out which naughty elves have messed up the toy making and what went wrong?

🎅 Spot the toys that were made correctly, the toys with something not quite right and which naughty elves messed up! Solve the elf mystery and write down your answers on your trail sheet.

Bring your family, get into the Christmas spirit, and help save the day!

📅 Date: 20th December - 5th January (except 25th & 26th... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Santa has lost his reindeer! Find all the reindeer hidden around the library to win a little prize!

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Join the gingerbread hunt around the library - complete your search for a gingerbread prize!

The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
For parking, please use the council car parks

🌟🎄 Book Now to Secure Your Place at Hertfordshire's Biggest Christmas Light Trail! Including our biggest ever Festive Food Village!
🎟️ Don't Miss Out - book now and be part of the magic! ✨

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A Christmas treat for the whole family
Our fabulously festive Santa Claus Experience is a great way to start your festive celebrations this year.

Santa's cheeky elves can not wait to welcome you on our magical group experience of festive fun. Your tour will typically take 90 minutes*

Only pre-bookings will be allowed to see Santa Claus!
*The Farm park is closed only the tour will be going ahead

The Stevenage Winter Wonderland team are excited to announce the arrival of an unforgettable festive experience at Stevenage Leisure Park, running from November 22nd to January 1st. Visitors can look forward to:

• Real ice at our spectacular ice skating rink-perfect for skaters of all levels.
• A stunning giant wheel, offering breathtaking views of the winter wonderland and beyond.
• A variety of amazing food stalls, serving everything from holiday treats to hearty meals.
• Bars with festive drinks to keep you warm and in the holiday spirit.
• Thrilling funfair rides, providing excitement for all ages.

Join us for a magical season of festive fun!

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 - after-dark festive fun for everyone.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here. Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK's seasonal calendar, Christmas at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. Discover neon trees, larger-than-life flowers and an amazing two colour pea-lit tree, surround yourself with sparkle within long glowing tunnels and immerse yourself in all the colours of the rainbow.

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked... Read more

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven...

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it's the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.


Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

It may be a bit early to think about snow but The Snowman TM, an enchanting exhibition for all the family, comes to Hitchin from 5th October, so you can plan a visit on a wet winter weekend or October half-term holiday!

The book, first published in 1978, was created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, drawn only with pencil crayons in a comic strip format. Then in 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film. Extending the picture book story was relatively easy for the talented creative team, who used their imagination to extend the Snowman's night of exploration - including a meeting with Father Christmas. Raymond Briggs never intended for The Snowman to be a festive tale - the original story doesn't even mention Christmas!
... Read more

Drop in and make some fun crafts.

Jordans Mill
Fri 20th December 2024 - Sun 5th January 2025
(except 25th & 26th Dec and 1st Jan)

🎄✨ Get Ready for Some Festive Mischief this Christmas at The Mill!

Santa is hard at work in his Grotto in the Mill, but some of his elves have been causing mischief in the toy workshop! 👀 Can you help us figure out which naughty elves have messed up the toy making and what went wrong?

🎅 Spot the toys that were made correctly, the toys with something not quite right and which naughty elves messed up! Solve the elf mystery and write down your answers on your trail sheet.

Bring your family, get into the Christmas spirit, and help save the day!

📅 Date: 20th December - 5th January (except 25th & 26th... Read more

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Craft packs will be available from the desk, just ask a member of staff

Suitable for ages 3+

Keep the kids busy with some great free festive activities at Stotfold Library.

Santa has lost his reindeer! Find all the reindeer hidden around the library to win a little prize!

Keep the kids busy with some great festive activities at Potton Library. No need to book, just drop in!

Join the gingerbread hunt around the library - complete your search for a gingerbread prize!

The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
For parking, please use the council car parks

🌟🎄 Book Now to Secure Your Place at Hertfordshire's Biggest Christmas Light Trail! Including our biggest ever Festive Food Village!
🎟️ Don't Miss Out - book now and be part of the magic! ✨

There's no better place to bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a fabulous festive family day out.

We recommend you allow a minimum of 4 hours to make the most of your visit to our Santa Spectacular as there is so much to see and do!

- Take a trip through our magical winter wonderland where you'll find Santa in his amazing Grotto.
- Santa will give children a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
- Visit our Create-a-Cuddle Workshop where children can choose from a range of soft toys to make, name and take home along with a certificate.
- Get crafty and decorate tasty gingerbread. Write a letter to Santa (don't forget to add your address so he can reply!) Pop on 3D glasses... Read more

A Christmas treat for the whole family
Our fabulously festive Santa Claus Experience is a great way to start your festive celebrations this year.

Santa's cheeky elves can not wait to welcome you on our magical group experience of festive fun. Your tour will typically take 90 minutes*

Only pre-bookings will be allowed to see Santa Claus!
*The Farm park is closed only the tour will be going ahead

The Stevenage Winter Wonderland team are excited to announce the arrival of an unforgettable festive experience at Stevenage Leisure Park, running from November 22nd to January 1st. Visitors can look forward to:

• Real ice at our spectacular ice skating rink-perfect for skaters of all levels.
• A stunning giant wheel, offering breathtaking views of the winter wonderland and beyond.
• A variety of amazing food stalls, serving everything from holiday treats to hearty meals.
• Bars with festive drinks to keep you warm and in the holiday spirit.
• Thrilling funfair rides, providing excitement for all ages.

Join us for a magical season of festive fun!

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 - after-dark festive fun for everyone.

Your very merriest Christmas starts here. Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice.

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK's seasonal calendar, Christmas at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. Discover neon trees, larger-than-life flowers and an amazing two colour pea-lit tree, surround yourself with sparkle within long glowing tunnels and immerse yourself in all the colours of the rainbow.

Grab a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked... Read more

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven...

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it's the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.


Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

It may be a bit early to think about snow but The Snowman TM, an enchanting exhibition for all the family, comes to Hitchin from 5th October, so you can plan a visit on a wet winter weekend or October half-term holiday!

The book, first published in 1978, was created and illustrated by Raymond Briggs, drawn only with pencil crayons in a comic strip format. Then in 1982, the classic picture book was adapted into a 26-minute animated film. Extending the picture book story was relatively easy for the talented creative team, who used their imagination to extend the Snowman's night of exploration - including a meeting with Father Christmas. Raymond Briggs never intended for The Snowman to be a festive tale - the original story doesn't even mention Christmas!
... Read more