The Bluebell Railway's Santa Specials are very popular, and for this reason we ask you to book in advance. Santa Specials will leave Sheffield Park and head for Kingscote, some 9 miles away. Meandering gently through the delightful Sussex countryside, the journey will take you through the atmospheric Sharpthorne tunnel on the way to Kingscote. Your return trip with us will last around 90 minutes. At Kingscote have your photograph taken with Santa in his special marquee and watch the locomotive move from one end of the train to the other before the return journey to Sheffield Park. Santa Specials will be running on Sat 4, Sun 5, Sat 11, Sun 12, Sat 18, Sun 19, Thurs 23 & Fri 24 December 2010. Special features:Santa visits every child on board, Every child receives a gift, children's entertainer on every train Onboard refreshments available to purchase, Free Children's Roundabout at Sheffield Park. Photo opportunity with Santa in his special marquee at Kingscote.
Experience a Victorian Christmas Sat 18, Sun 19, Thurs 23 & Fri 24 December 2010: A ten mile round trip on special trains from Horsted Keynes to Kingscote. Meet Father Christmas and every child will receive a gift, have exclusive use of your own compartment including a complimentary hamper with finger buffet and a selection of drinks.Plus play the traditional Victorian fairground games of hoopla, splat the rat and the shooting gallery at Horsted Keynes Station.Have your photograph taken with Father Christmas in his sleigh at Kingscote. Advanced bookings essential.
Address: Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, East Sussex TN22 3QL.

Santa’s Christmas Cottage Saturday 4th December 2010 onwards (weekends only)
Saturday 11th to Thursday 23rd December 2010 (daily) Visit Santa and his elves hard at work making all the presents. His cosy cottage is crammed full of toys that the elves have built and for a small additional charge, children can meet Santa and receive an early Christmas gift.
What Does Santa Do After Christmas Monday 27th December 2010 to Sunday 2nd January 2011. Ever wondered what Santa does after Christmas? Do the elves go home, does the grotto become grotty? Come to Drusillas and see Mr and Mrs Claus relaxing in their cottage after another busy Christmas.
Address: Drusillas Park, Alfriston Road, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5QS

Enjoy a traditional Christmas! See our Reindeer in their Christmas Stable and Santa in his Magical Grotto and receive a quality present. 2010 Santa Grotto Dates:
Sat 27th & 28th Nov, Sat 4th & Sun 5th Dec, Sat 11th & Sun 12th Dec, Santa's Grotto Opens at 10.00am - 4.30pm.
£ 4.00 per child
Mon 13th Dec to Fri 17th Dec: Santa's Grotto opens 10.00am - 3.00pm. £2.00 per child
Sat 18th Dec to Thurs 23rd Dec: Santa's Grotto Opens at 10.00am - 4.30pm. £4.00 per child
Friday 24th December (Xmas Eve) - Sants's Grotto opens 10.00AM - 2.00PM. pre-booking required, £5 per child
Normal admission price to the park applies on all visits.
Address: Ashdown Forest Llama Park, Wych Cross, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5JN.

Santa Specials: 18th & 19th December 2010, 11am-4pm. Take the Santa Special steam train to Santa's Grotto
Admission charge includes children's present from Santa and Festive refreshments for adults. No booking necessary. Please visit website for more information.
Address: Eastbourne Miniature, Steam Railway, Lottbridge Drove,Eastbourne,East Sussex.BN23 6NS.

Visit Santa in his grotto at Isfield Station, then ride our train. 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th,19th, 21st and 22nd December 2010. Address: The Lavender Line, Isfield Station, Isfield, nr Uckfield, E. Sx.TN22 5XB

'Christmas Wonderland' weekends from 20th November and then 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December 2010.
Please contact them for more information or visit their website. Address: Paradise Park, Avis Road, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 0DH

01825 840573
01825 841451

Visit Santa's Groto and last chance for some Christmas Shopping in the craft workshops. Every weekend in December and Christmas Holidays up to and including 23rd December 2010. Normal admission fees and a fee for santa visit. Please visit their website for admission fees.
Address: Bentley Wildfowl & Motor Museum,Halland, Lewes,E.Sussex, BN8 5AF

01580 830196

2010 yet to be confirmed. Santa in the Grotto. Meet Father Christmas and his helpers, the mysterious Snow Queen and Jack Frost. Enjoy seeking out the clues in a Christmas Challenge and then visit Father Christmas in his medieval grotto in the West Tower. All children receive a special gift from Father Christmas himself. Normal adult admissions apply. Book to avoid disappointment. Check website for times.
Address:Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, nr Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5UA.

Santa Polar Adventure. Ride on a real vintage steam train up to a themed grotto to meet Santa himself. A range of related activities on site, the event provides a suitably memorable day out for all the family! Santa Fundays Sun 5th December, Sat 11th & Sun 12th December, Sat 18th & Sun 19th December, Wed 22nd December 2010. Pre-booked tickets only. Address: Amberley Working Museum, Amberley, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9LT

Diddly Train, Santa’s Grotto and Horse Drawn Sleigh Ride. Saturday 4th December - Friday 24 December 2010.
Address: Brooklands Pleasure Park, Western Road, Worthing, West Sussex

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Father Christmas Boat Trips 27th November to 24th December 2010. (bookings open 11th October).
Have a trip down the Canal and meet Father Christmas. Presents for the children and festive refreshments for all. Trips depart from Chichester Canal Basin. Advanced bookings absolutely essential. Up to 6 trips throughout the day at weekends and during school holidays. Morning and after-school trips during school term weekdays. Fare: Adult or Child £9.00.

Fishers Farm Park

Let the magic come alive this christmas! With the REAL FATHER CHRISTMAS (arguably the best in Sussex!) and his jolly elves, christmas at Fishers Farm is a truly magical experience. Our 13th annual pantomime will have you slapping your thigh with 'Dick Whittington' and laughing out loud! (oh yes it will!).
Mince pies, hot chocolate and mulled wine are just a few of the festive treats on offer at the Alpine area. There you can dance on ice at the skating rink or bravely shoot down the enormous toboggan run!
Post your letter to Father Christmas at his magical North Pole post box or follow the star to Bethlehem whilst riding on a donkey in our interactive nativity!
Christmas Wonderland from 18th December 2010. Explore the 'Alpine Winter Wonderland' and meet Father Christmas. Daily Nativity in the Animal Barn.
Address: Fishers Farm Park, Newpound Lane, Wisborough Green, West Sussex, RH14 0EG

The circus show is great fun for all the family; from children to grandparents
We call it a ‘Circus-Panto’ with all the marvellous acts you’d expect from a circus plus all the fun, silly, comical interaction of a pantomime. The show has a clever balance of fast action comedy for the children to see, and witty punch lines for the adults to hear. Lasts approximately one hour. Plus you meet Santa too!
Shoots will be helping to support local nursery and primary schools in West Sussex by donating 30% of ticket sales to participating schools. To sign up your school, email info@shoots.co.uk .
Address: Shoots Garden Centre, London Road (A24), Washington, West Sussex, RH20 3BP

Santa Special. On arrival at Stopham Road Station you and your children will embark on a real steam train for the specially built North Pole Station. On arrival grown ups will receive a warming glass of Mulled Wine while the children can enjoy the party atmosphere in our heated waiting room until it's time to meet SANTA & his elves in his 'Ice Palace'. Saturday and Sundays during December. 11:00am to 3:30pm. Dates: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th,18th,19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December 2010.
Address: Southdowns Light Railway, Wyevale garden Centre, Stopham Road, Pulborough, West Sussex.

Santa Special - Festive Family Christmas on Sat 18th & 19th Dec 2010: Come and enjoy a festive Christmas lunch in the Servants' Hall, and you-know-who might make time in his busy schedule to meet all the good boys and girls and hear what they really want for Christmas. Price to include two course lunch followed by coffee and mince pies * includes gift from Santa. Booking Essential 01798 342207. 12:30 PM - 12:00 AM Adult £18, Child £14
Christmas Shopping: 4th Dec 2010 5:00pm
Chichester City Band Christmas Concert: 11th Dec 2010 7:30pm
A Festive Musical Christmas: 18th December 2010. 7:30pm
Address: Petworth House and Park,Petworth, West Sussex GU28 0AE,Telephone:

A Family Christmas at Uppark on Sat 4th December 2010, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM . Lots of Christmas craft activities for children ending with a visit to see Father Christmas in his Grotto. Part of the House will be decorated. Please note that admisssion for Adult Members is free. Child entry includes activities, gift from Father Christmas & the House. A tranquil and intimate 18th-century house with an impressive Georgian doll's-house . Adult £3.50, Child £5.50
Address: Uppark House and Garden, South Harting,Petersfield , West Sussex GU31 5QR

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Fri 10th to Fri 24th December 2010. THEATRE: 'Dear Santa', From the author of DEAR ZOO The premiere of Rod Campbell’s. A child writes to Santa for a special present for Christmas. After wrapping some unsuitable presents, he finds the perfect one and delivers it on Christmas Eve. Christmas entertainment in the studio for the under 5’s in one act. With audience participation and the opportunity to meet and receive an exclusive gift from Santa. Tickets: £8.50, children £7. Address: The Capitol, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RG

01903 245078

Santas Grotto to be confirmed for 2010
Get into the Christmas spirit, come and meet Santa and all his hardworking elves.
Childrens stable tour. Mums & Dads will be able to partake of some refreshments whilst their children mount the ponies to go in search of Santa. Having found Santa they will return to their parents excited and with a Xmas gift.
Telephone 01903 245078 to book.
Address: Ferring Country Centre, Rife Way, Ferring, West Sussex.

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Santa Cruises on the Wey & Arun Canal. Forty minute trips on our festive canal boat. Meet Santa as he comes aboard with his sack of presents. Trips are hourly and depart from behind the Onslow Arms on the B2133 at Loxwood.
Tickets include a gift from Santa for children with mince pies and mulled wine for adults. Trips scheduled on: 11th/12th/18th/19th/20th/21st/22nd December from 11:00 to 15:00
Address: Wey & Arun Canal, The Granary, Flitchfold Farm, Loxwood, Billingshurst, West Sussex, RH14 0RH

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Santa's Magical Kingdom at the Hop Farm Family Park in Paddock Wood, Kent. Fun filled Christmas event for the whole family from 13th November until 24th December 2010. A unique indoor Christmas spectacular experience.
The Hop Farm is only 1 hour’s drive from central London via the M20 or M25. Direct trains from Charing Cross station to Paddock Wood take just 45 minutes. Buses stop at the Hop Farm Family Park on their route between Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells.

0871 620 7063
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TAKING BOOKINGS FOR 2010. Open from 4th to 24th December 2010.
Lapland UK is an enchanting, Christmas experience for the whole family to enjoy. A traditional visit to the mystical home of Father Christmas, but without the need to fly to Lapland! With snowy arctic landscape, the sights and sounds of mystical Lapland will surround you, from Elves busily working in the toy factory to Father Christmas's reindeer. Tickets from £49.50 per person. Included in the ticket price is a personalised invitation from Father Christmas to every child by post, entry into Father Christmas' arctic homeland, an elf passport for every child, all activities, ice skating and finally meet santa in his snowy woodland home and receive a special gift. Early booking is highly recommended. Address: Bewl Water Estate, Lamberhurst, Kent, TN3 8JH.

Spa Valley railway Christmas Santa Special. Reserve your place now to come and meet Santa Claus when he visits the Spa Valley Railway during December 2010. Our Santa Specials leave Tunbridge Wells West for a 7 mile round trip to Groombridge on the following dates: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th and 18th to 23rd December 2010
Your return train trip to Groombridge will last around 50 minutes. On arrival back at Tunbridge Wells adults will receive a complimentary seasonal drink and mince pie, whilst a magician entertains our younger visitors. Then from Father Christmas, every child receives a present. Your visit ends in our railway shop, stocked with gift ideas for Christmas. We therefore suggest you allow 2 hours for your visit.
Advanced booking is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Spa Valley Railway, West Station, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5QY

Santa Specials on the Kent & East Sussex Railway. Santa and his Pixie Helpers visit everyone travelling on the Santa Special steam train. Advance booking strongly recommended. Santa Specials from sat 11th & Sun 12th, Sat 18th & Sun 19th, Wed 22nd to Fri 24th December 2010. All children will receive a quality present from Santa on the journey. Return train ride from Tenterden to Wittersham Road (approx 1hr). FREE parking.
Address: Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

Bluewater, Europe’s leading retail and leisure destination will open its Winter Wonderland on 20th November with a glittering Christmas lights switch on event to launch the start of the festive period.Located outside The West Village, The Winter Wonderland offers new entertainment as well as traditional family favourites to create a magical festive atmosphere for the whole family including; a magnificent ice rink, free Santa’s grotto, traditional Christmas market and an exciting new funfair.Bluewater has 330 premium, UK and international fashion and lifestyle stores, 50 bars and restaurants, 13,000 free car parking spaces, and excellent access from the M25. Its calm, hassle free environment combined with an excellent Winter Wonderland, make for an outstanding Christmas shopping experience.
Christmas lights switch on 20th November, Bluewater’s iconic Christmas lights switch on will officially launch the opening of the Winter Wonderland and play host to live family entertainment with a spectacular fireworks display.
Ice Skating: Get into the spirit of Christmas and go skating on the magnificent 600m2 ice rink, one of the most festive activities of the season. The rink is undercover this year but don’t forget to pack your hat and gloves.
Funfair: The Winter Wonderland will also feature an exciting new funfair with something for all the family including; a 33metre high ‘Big Wheel’, ‘Dodgems,’ traditional ‘Carousel’ and adrenaline fuelled ‘Freak out’ and ‘Twister’ suitable for older children.
Free Santa’s Grotto: Visit the enchanting grotto and meet real live elves, whilst waiting for Santa. Children of all ages are welcome to visit the grotto, a free gift will consist of an activity pack which will be age related. Whilst the grotto is free of charge, booking is advisable to avoid disappointment.
Christmas market: Sample the delights of the traditional Christmas market selling unique gift ideas as well as festive food and drink. Perfect for indulging in on a cold winters night or taking home to enjoy by the fire.
Address: Bluewater, Greenhithe, Kent DA9 9ST

Santa's Enchanted Grotto at Forgewood Barn.
Forgewood Hospitality Limited, Forgewood Barn, Sham Farm Road, Eridge Green, Nr Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9JD.

Santa's Christmas Wonderland - Opens Saturday 20th November to Thursday 23rd December 2010
This spectacular Christmas experience delights children and grown-ups alike! Enter a magical ice wonderland filled with friendly animated singing characters, see the elvesworking in their toy workshop and meet Father Christmas himself! Every child receives a great present and adults can enjoy hot fruit punch and a mince pie in the Christmas-themed village life museum! All visits must be pre-booked.
Tickets to Santa's wonderland include admission to the Park and it's attractions. Adults and Children 3 - 13 yrs from £15.75 each. For further prices and details please visit their website.
Address: Paultons Park, Copythorne, Hampshire, UK.

Santa Special trains run on the following dates: 4th & 5th, 11th & 12th, 18th & 19th and 20th to 24th December 2010. Enjoy the magic of a one hour steam train ride as Santa visits you at your seat with a gift for every baby and child, a present in a delightful souvenir Santa sack. No queueing out in the cold! . With soft drinks for the children, wine and mince pies for the grown-ups. Don't be disppointed, Advance Bookings Only! Aduilt £13, Child (1-16) £13, Babies (under 1yr) £6.
Address: The Watercress Line, The Railway Station, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9JG

Let us take you on a magical journey through Marwell Hall this Christmas to meet Santa, Mrs Claus and their attentive elves. Step through our enchanted wardrobe into the letter writing room where we'll help you compose your letter to Santa. We'll then invite you into Mrs Claus' library for storytelling and entertainment before calling your name to meet Santa. Share a few moments with the big man himself and receive a special gift before soaking up the
atmosphere of our Christmas tavern in the Tudor Rose Hall, and treating yourself to some festive food and wine, or blackcurrant for the little ones. From 26th November - 24th December 2010. See website for prices and dates.
Address: Marwell Zoological Park, Colden Common,Winchester,Hampshire,SO21 1JH

Santa’s Secret Village is the perfect place for Christmas loving little ones! Mums and Dads can explore the nearby Cologne Market while children visit Santa in his chalet tucked away in South Bank. Part of the Cologne Christmas Market, running from the 21st Nov to 23rd Dec 2010 inclusive, the Secret Village will give your kids the opportunity to grill Santa as part of one of the twice hourly thirty minute shows running every day. As well as putting their questions to the great man, he will tell your treasures some of his best kept secrets as well as some funny stories about sticky situations he’s got himself into over the years. At the end of the session each child will get a photo with Santa, and of course a special gift. Address: Southbank, London , UK.

Selfridges white Winter Wonderland will be in the lower ground floor of its Oxford Street store from 21st November - 24th December 2010.  This year's grotto will feature Selfridges famous Santa Express. Bookings can be made online via Selfridges' website or visitors can turn up and queue. 
Address: The Ultralounge, Selfridges, 400 Oxford Street, London W1A 1AB

Winter Wonderland Returns with even more magical treats. After a phenomenal 2009 season, which saw a staggering two million visitors, planning for Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2010, London’s largest and most dazzling winter event is well underway. With no admission fee, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland now offers almost seven whole weeks of festive fun – right in the heart of the Capital!
WINTER WONDERLAND will once again feature London’s biggest outdoor ice-rink, the iconic Giant Observation Wheel and the return of Zippos Circus – all of which are booking now! In addition to this there are new and exciting rollercoaster rides and a Santa Land for kids with free Santa’s grotto. Visit website for more information.

Entry is FREE to Hyde Park, London, Winter Wonderland which will be open from 19th November 2010 until 3rd January 2011, 10am until 10pm. Winter Wonderland’s Father Christmas was voted ‘Best Outdoor Experience’ by Time Out London. Santa and his entertaining elves welcome children to his Hyde Park grotto every day from 12 noon to 6pm, and 4pm on Christmas Eve – from Boxing Day onwards he takes well earned rest! There is no charge to meet Santa, and he receives kids of all ages on a ‘first-come first-served basis’, treating children who have been very, very good to a special gift. Visitors are welcome to take their own photographs with Santa, however an official Winter Wonderland photographer will be on hand to take special souvenir shots available for purchase on the day.
Rides and attractions offering thrills for all ages and temperaments. Tokens for the rides & attractions are bought on the day at the booths dotted around the event and start at just £2. Zippos Christmas Circus with naughty clowns causing chaos throughout the 35 min show. German Christmas Market. Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games Ice Rink. Giant Observation wheel, flights in the heated pods provide spectacular views over Winter Wonderland and beyond. Address: Hyde Park, London

A special Santas Grotto at Hamleys is offering children a breakfast or afternoon tea with Santa for Christmas 2009.
A scrumptious feast
Children can enjoy lovely festive food at the Santas Grotto at Hamleys this year, with a special breakfast or afternoon session with Father Christmas himself. As well as the magical experience with Santa, kids can also enjoy the snow which will fall outside the Regent Street store every day from 5pm - 6pm in the run up to Christmas Day, ensuring children will leave taking the festive season with them.
Special time with Santa
The breakfast and tea parties are an unusual and charming variation on the Christmas grotto theme. The Santas Grotto at Hamleys events guarantee each child has one on one time with Santa, but if you don't have time for the full meal, your little ones can just have their photo taken with Santa for £10.00.
The breakfasts and afternoon teas at the Santas Grotto at Hamleys run from Monday 30th November - Thursday 24th December 2009. The breakfast is not available on Sundays, and the tea is not taking place on Christmas Eve. Tickets cost £45.00.
The Santas Grotto at Hamleys is open every day from 10am - 4pm, Monday 30th November - Thursday 24th December 2009. Kids can have their photo taken with Father Christmas for £10.00. For further information and to make a reservation at the Santas Grotto, call 0844 855 2424.
Address: Hamleys, Regent Street, London.

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