West Surrey Where to See Santa Guide

from Families Surrey West Nov Dec 2018

Addlestone

Bourne Valley Garden Centre

Bourne Valley Garden Centre’s traditional Santa’s Grotto returns for 2018 on selected dates from Saturday 8th December until Monday 24th December (Christmas Eve) with no pre-booking required! The popular Breakfast with Santa and Tea with Santa experiences will also be returning, with Santa greeting children individually at their table and bringing a special gift for each child. Tickets are now available to book in the Bourne Valley restaurant. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Grotto Tickets: £4.50 for Under 3’s, £6.50 for Over 3’s, Adults free. Breakfast with Santa and Tea with Santa Tickets: £8.50 per child. For full dates, times and menu options, please visit their website www.bournevalleygardencentre.co.uk or email info@bournevalleygardencentre.co.uk.

Aldershot

Come and visit Father Christmas in his FREE grotto at The Wellington. Father Christmas arrives on Saturday 24th November at 10.30am and will be in his grotto until 4.30pm and then every weekend until 23rd December 9.30am-4.30pm. For more details please visit www. thewellingtoncentre. co.uk.

Camberley

The Square Camberley

Come to The Square this Christmas and meet Father Christmas in his Grotto from 1st- 24th December. Visits cost £4 and includes a gift given to you by Father Christmas himself! Also, if you book until the 29th November get a discount of £1 on online bookings.Limited to the first 300 tickets sold. Pre-book your ticket at: bookfatherchristmas.co.uk/camberley to make sure you don’t miss out this Christmas. You can also write your letter to Father Christmas and pop it in to the talking postbox in Cambridge Square (outside House of Fraser). Do you want to have breakfast with Father Christmas? At The Square Camberley that is possible! Available on 1st, 8th, 15th or 22nd December. Tickets cost £10 and can be purchased at the Customer Service Desk. Find full information at thesqcamberley.co.uk.

Chobham

Chobham Adventure Farm’s Magical Christmas

Chobham Adventure Farm the magic of Christmas and sprinkle a little extra magic with a visit to meet Santa and his elves at Chobham Adventure Farm! Santa’s elves have a very special job for you but first you must become an official ‘Elf Helper’! Meet the North Pole’s oldest Elf, attend elf lessons, meet Mrs Claus, help the elves with their important elfie tasks, build your very own bear, not to mention meeting the jolly old big man himself! Magical Christmas is running on select days between the 1st and the 24th December 2018. Tickets include your visit to Santa AND entrance to the Farm Park to let off steam as you count down the days to Santa’s arrival. A fun filled festive day full of magic and surprises, one you will not want to miss! Full details and booking available on www.chobhamadventurefarm.co.uk. Early booking advisable to avoid disappointment. Please contact 01276 919 212 or enquiries@ chobhamadventurefarm.com with any queries.

Cranleigh

Hans Christmas Andersen at Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm

On Guildford Road between Shamley Green and Cranleigh. For sat navs the postcode is GU5 0SQ. www.hanschristmasandersen.co.uk 01483 271770. Come and see Father Christmas arrive at Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm on Sat 1st December at midday, all welcome. Visit Santa in his grotto (£3.50 per child) with all proceeds going to local charities, no booking required and all children receive a gift. There is also a special Santa letter box where you can post a letter to Father Christmas. Also available are heavy horse and carriage rides, there are no age restrictions. All the above attractions (including Santa’s Grotto) are available on 1st/2nd, 8th/9th and 15th/16th Dec from 10am to 4pm. There are lots of fresh home grown Christmas trees to choose from and fantastic shops for decorations and gifts, so why not get your fresh Christmas tree at the same time as visiting Santa? A must see are the beautiful reindeer. Shop in the local produce market on 1st/2nd and 8th/9th Dec. Christmas Tree Farm is open daily 9am-6pm from 1st Dec closing on 24th Dec at 3pm. See www.hanschristmasandersen.co.uk for late night openings, directions and further details.

Ewhurst

Sayers Croft Trust

Enjoy a visit to Father Christmas at the end of the Christmas Trail at Sayers Croft Trust on Sat 15th or Sun 16th Dec. Each child will receive a present. The family activity trail takes in the maze, cave, campfire, Christmas craft, archery and much more and finishes with a visit to Father Christmas. The Trail will take around 1 hour to complete. Start times are 10-10.30am, 10.30-11am, 11-11.30am, 11.30am-12pm, 12.30- 1pm, 1-1.30pm, 1.30-2pm and 2-2.30pm. £4 per child (if booked in advance) or £7 on the day. Adults and under 2’s free. Refreshments will be available to purchase on the day. Suitable for ages 0-12.

Farnborough

Princes Mead Shopping

01252 375520. Father Christmas arrives to open his Grotto on Sunday 18th November at 11am! Beautifully themed to Beauty and the Beast reflecting this year’s pantomime at the Princes Hall Theatre. Santa’s helpers will be a vision of elegance in golden ball gowns giving out treats to all who visit. The grotto is FREE of charge, open on Saturdays and Sundays 11am to 3.30pm and Monday 24th December 11am to 3.30pm.

Farnham

Christmas at Birdworld

Visit Birdworld to meet Santa’s reindeer and some of their friendly farm animals before you enter a magical world full of animated characters in winter wonderland settings. As you walk through the different scenes, you can enjoy friendly banter with the impish elves before the children meet Santa to receive their present. For those of you who are too old for a present, a mince pie and a hot fruit punch awaits! Santa will be at Birdworld on selected dates between November/December. Sunday 25th November, Saturday 1st, Sunday 2nd, Saturday 8th, Sunday 9th, Saturday 15th, Sunday 16th, Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th, Friday 21st, Saturday 22nd, Sunday 23rd and Monday 24th December 2018. The Park is open 10am to 4.30pm – for Santa visiting times and prices please visit: https:// birdworld.co.uk/christmas/ to book your slot in advance. Birdworld, Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD. Call 01420 22140 or email info@birdworld.co.uk for more information.

Godstone

Wiglet’s Christmas Adventure at Godstone Farm

Tickets are now on sale for this magical Christmas experience, meaning you can combine farmyard fun with a truly festive visit to see Father Christmas. Celebrate this wonderful time of the year at Godstone Farm, let little ones explore the scenic walkthrough with the friendly elves and take part in Christmas crafts before meeting the man himself! Watch small eyes light up as each child receives a marvellous present from the toyshop and then the adventures continue with decorating delicious gingerbread and listening to the merry story time. The quiz, Wiglet’s Present Pandemonium runs every day through December and so does the Christmas Tractor Ride! Visits to Father Christmas are strictly by timed tickets and bookable only in advance. Tickets are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Wiglet’s Christmas Adventure runs on selected dates – 1st & 2nd, 8th & 9th, 15th-24th December 2018.

Guildford

Elm Nursery

Sutton Green, Guildford GU4 7QD 10am-3pm. Meet Father Christmas at Elm Nursery’s Christmas Craft Fair on Sat 8th Dec. Father Christmas will be in his grotto so come and visit him and have your photo taken. Plus there will be face painting, children’s crafts and the Children’s Farm will also be open. Delicious food and drink will also be available. There will be lots of stalls selling homemade, homegrown goodies and locally produced arts and crafts. Choose your Christmas tree, door wreath, order your Free Range turkey, meat and veggies too. They will be taking orders all day so come into the farm shop and they will happily assist you.

Merrist Wood College

Holly Lane, Worplesdon, Guildford GU3 3PE Special visitor Santa will be at the farm with his reindeer on the Animal Fun Day on Sunday 2 December. A festive themed fun day for the whole family. As well as Santa, you’ll meet the festive animals, enjoy festive crafts and face painting, horse carriage rides, twinkle the pony plus there will be warming refreshments and more…. Tickets must be pre-booked. For prices and links to booking please visit www.merristwoodevents.co.uk.

Hatchlands Park

Meet Father Christmas or Mrs Christmas in the cosy vintage living room and receive a small gift. Normal admission + child £5. Booking isessential on 01483 444334 or online. Father Christmas is there on 1, 2, 8, 9, 22 and 23 December and Mrs Christmas is there on 15 and 16 December.

Haslemere

Haslemere Educational Museum

Santa will be at the museum on Thurs 20 Dec 12-4pm, Fri 21 & Sat 22 Dec 10.30am-4.30pm and Mon 24 Dec 10.30am-12.30pm. Mem £4, non-mem £5 (includes a gift). Santa will also be at the Museum on Sun 2 Dec. 11am-3pm. Child £3 (includes small gift). No need to book.

Leatherhead

Bocketts Farm Park

Experience a Magical Christmas at Bocketts Farm, as Father Christmas returns. From 22nd November to 24th December, children will love to hop on board the Santa Express to his magical and traditional hay barn workshop. Once inside, each child will meet Father Christmas and receive a gift! Children can also meet the baby lambs, complete the fun Christmas trail and get creative in the festive craft corner. Plus, experience a ‘white Christmas’ in the giant snow globe and enjoy endless amounts of indoor play. Great fun for all Bocketts Farm Park the family! Visit bockettsfarm.co.uk for times and availability and to buy your tickets in advance.

Christmas in the Woods

Join Surrey Wildlife Trust in their search for Father Christmas on a wintery walk through the woodland. Get hands on and enjoy some Christmassy crafts and treats. On Sat 8th andSun 9th December 10am-12noon & Surrey Wildlife Trust 1pm-3pm. At Nower Wood, Leatherhead. Booking essential: Members - adult £2, child£10; non-members - adult £3, child £15. Booking essential: www.surreywildlifetrust.org/families.

Loxwood

The Wey & Arun Canal

The extremely popular Santa Cruises will be running on 9th, 16th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December. Trips depart at 11am, 12noon and 2pm and cost £10 per person to include festiverefreshments and a gift from Santa for The Wey & Arun Canal all children under 12 years of age (under 12 months are free). There is also a Santa Cruise for the Grown-ups trip on Friday 14th December, 7.30-9pm. Santa says that Christmas is not just for the children and invites adults to join him for a 90 minute trip along the canal whilst enjoying a glass of mulled wine and snacks, and seasonal festive music. Santa will also have a small gift for everyone! Tickets cost £16 per person. Booking in advance is essential for all the trips. Full details (including Boxing Day and New Year’s Day trips) are available on www. weyandarun.co.uk and bookings can be made online. Alternatively call the office on 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk

Walton on Thames

Whiteley Village

Santa will be at the Whiteley Village Festive Family Fun Event on Sun 9th December. You can also take part in the lantern making and crafts before heading off on the lantern trail through the Village. Enjoy a hot chocolate or mulled wine along with an array of food options that will be available whilst joining in the traditional carol singing around the spectacular tree. £3 per adult or child (2-12 years), under 2s free. Entry includes a meeting with Santa, lantern making with Christmas crafts and Christmas Lantern trail. Face painting is £2 per person. Food and refreshments will be available to purchase on the day. Please visit: www. whiteleyvillage.org.uk to purchase tickets. Limited tickets available on the day.

Woking

RHS Garden Wisley

Meet Santa at RHS Garden Wisley from 28 November - 23 December. For a magical day out, come and meet Santa at RHS Garden Wisley this festive season. Enjoy a classic Christmas tale, have a sing-along and a story with the man himself and receive a small gift. On selected dates you can also decorate delicious gingerbread to take home. You can book online right up to the day before. View full activity details on their website: https://www.rhs.org.uk/ gardens/wisley/whats-on/Santa-at-Wisley.

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Families Surrey West Nov Dec 2018