🎅 Santa's Grotto Experience 2026 - Frosts, Willington
Time: 09:30 - 19:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️21st - 22nd November
▪️28th - 29th November
▪️3rd - 8th December
▪️10th - 24th December
☃️ EVENT DETAILS
The premium grotto event takes children on a thrilling Christmas journey through three different winter wonderland rooms to meet Santa and his elves.
First stop is the North Pole where Reindeer Ronnie will help little ones make reindeer food for Christmas Eve. The elves will join in the fun with a special festive dance and sing-a-long.
Then it’s time to step through the curtains into Santa’s Grotto to share Christmas wish lists and capture the moment with a keepsake photograph. Each child then has the chance to choose their own gift from the Present Room which is brimming with toys for all ages.
The adventure then moves into Mrs Christmas’ Kitchen where children can decorate their own gingerbread house cookie to take home with them.
🧑🎄 SEN SANTA GROTTO EXPERIENCE
To help make our Grotto experience as accessible as possible to any families who may require any additional support, we are offering an exclusive SEN session.
This session will be the same unique Grotto experience you would expect from Frosts, with some small adaptations in the way of smaller groups of people, reduced lighting and sound and less display furniture making it easily accessible for all.
🗓 2026 SEN DATES:
▪️Sunday 22nd November
▪️Sunday 29th November
▪️Sunday 6th December
▪️Sunday 13th December
▪️Sunday 20th December
🎟 TICKET COST:
Prices from £6.50 to £100.00
11 other events on this day
⚽️ Sundays Football Fun for Little Stars - Bedford
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
🧒 AGES: 4 - 8
At the moment the sessions are just aimed at Reception to year 3 children.
👋 ABOUT KEIRAN
Hi, I am Kieran Taylor, a DBS-Checked and Approved, British Psychological Society-Accredited (AMBPSS) Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
👍 COST
▪️The first three sessions are FREE.
▪️Sunday Fun for Little Stars is £5 per child for 1 session for ages Reception to Year 3.
✍️ BOOKING FORM
ℹ️ BOOKING /CONTACT DETAILS INFO
☎️ Phone: 07583124342
📧 Email: Tsportsandwellbeing@gmail.com
📘 Facebook: Taylor Sports & Wellbeing
✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated 2026
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Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 OPENING DATES
▪️20th - 22nd November
▪️26th - 29th November
▪️2nd - 6th December
▪️9th - 24th December
▪️26th - 31st December
▪️1st - 2nd January 2027
🕓 TIMES
The first entry varies between 4pm & 4.30pm and the last entry varies between 7.30pm & 8pm, depending on your chosen visit date.
🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Follow a reimagined trail through the historic Ashridge Estate, where enchanting light, sound and storytelling bring festive wonder to life at every turn.
As Hertfordshire's largest Christmas light trail, Illuminated 2026 unveils brand-new installations, spectacular projection transforming the House, and immersive moments designed to delight all ages.
🎁 MARKET
Before or after your journey, explore our expanded and newly located Christmas market, featuring seasonal treats, warming drinks and Christmas shopping.
👣 HOW LONG WILL THE TRAIL TAKE?
You can explore the trail at your own pace, enjoying the installations as quickly or slowly as you like. On average, the trail will take approximately 60-75 minutes.
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY INFO
This outdoor event features light installations placed at various points around our Grade II* listed gardens. We have taken every step to make as many areas as possible accessible to visitors. However, due to the scale and nature of the gardens and grounds, we cannot always guarantee full accessibility.
Please be aware the trail includes bright flashing lights, busy crowds, music & pyrotechnics.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
▪️Wednesday & Thursday's
🎟 TICKET COST FROM:
▪️Adult: £24.50
▪️Child (4-16): £15.40
▪️Senior (65+): £22.00
▪️Family of 4: £72.00
▪️Under 4's: FREE
▪️Carer: FREE
*Prices vary by date and time. Peak, standard, and off-peak rates apply.
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🛍 Indoor Car Boot Sale - Bedford Athletics Stadium
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Come along and grab some pre-loved bargains!
👕 Clothes
🧸 Toys
📚 Books
🏠 Homeware
👜 Accessories & much more!
☕ Refreshments available.
🪙 ENTRY
£1 entry – All proceeds go to Tibbs Dementia Foundation.
💷 CASH ONLY – NO CARDS
ℹ️ SELLERS
Fancy selling?
Stalls are available for just £15.
📞 Call Kate on 07872 899691 to book a stall.
🎄 Christmas Tree Lights Switch 2026 - Little Bramingham Farm Care Home, Luton
Time: 16:00 - 18:00
🎄WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy a cosy evening of Christmas carols, mince pies and warm drinks, as we switch on our Christmas tree lights.
This event is FREE no need to RSVP
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 582 433
📧 Email: LittleBraminghamFarm@fote.org.uk
🛍 Hoddesdon Indoor Table Top Sale 2026
Time: 09:00 - 13:00 Price: £1.00
ℹ️ ABOUT
The car boot season is over, but the bargain hunting isn't! Our indoor Table Top Sale runs every single Sunday right through to April 2027, so come rain, wind, frost or snow, we're open, warm and dry.
Step inside and discover treasures from every corner of the world of fashion, vintage, collectibles and local art. Whether you're after a designer find, a retro gem, something for your collection or a one-off piece from a local artist, this is where you'll find the bargain of a lifetime.
☕️ REFRESHMENTS
Grab a drink and a bite. Luxury coffees, teas and bacon butties are served throughout the morning, so take your time, browse every table and make a morning of it.
🪙 ENTRY COST: £1.00
(Under 16 are free)
Every £1 entrance fee goes to our local charity, Stars for Smiles, supporting local individuals and organisations who need that extra bit of help. Not only are you backing local sellers, you're giving back to the local community too.
🤑 SELLERS – BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW
▪️Tables £10 each | Rails £5 each
▪️Only 24 tables available, strictly first come, first served
▪️Set-up from 7.30am
▪️Book up to four consecutive weeks in advance (maximum four-week reservation)
Tables go fast, so don't miss out!
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A SPACE
Call 01992 899000 to reserve your space.
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🎄 Harpenden Christmas Carnival 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
We are so excited to invite you, your friends and family to our vibrant Town Centre for this festive celebration. The Christmas Carnival is always a magical event and we are very proud to provide free entertainment and activities as part of this occasion.
✨️ Fairground Rides
✨️ Santa's Grotto
✨️ Christmas Market
✨️ Entertainment
🎵 Main Stage Entertainment
▪️13:00 Rock Choir
▪️13:30 Hurst Children’s Theatre Group
▪️14:00 Sing with Tim
▪️14:25 Katie Ross Dance Company
▪️14:45 Rock Chorus Kids
▪️15:00 Procession takes place along the High Street
▪️15:30 Number 7
▪️16:20 Harpenden & Wheathampstead Gang Show
▪️16:40 Harpenden Panto
🌟17:00 Lights switch on
🥁 The Procession - 3pm
The much-loved procession will begin at 3pm; from Lydekker Park it will travel along the High Street up to Vaughan Road. The Pipes and Drums will lead the parade, closely followed by Santa and his elves. Joining them are entertainers, musicians, community groups and the cast of this year’s Harpenden Panto, Rapunzel. This year’s theme, ‘Harpenden Sparkles at Christmas’ means we can look forward to a procession filled with seasonal sparkle, festive creativity and plenty of Christmas magic!
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free parking for the event will be available at the Station car park starting at 12 noon; because of expected high attendance the Town Council encourages people to walk to the event where possible.
🎄 St Albans Christmas Cracker 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
Festive lights, shopping, entertainment and a FREE Santa’s Grotto. Fairground rides across the site & facepainting (additional charges will apply).
✨️ FREE ACTIVITIES FOR ALL:
* Climbing wall, St Albans’ District Scouts
* Festive side show games
* Christmas tree decorations, StART
* Recycled festive tiles, St Albans Arts Team
* Leaf crowns and clay modelling, St Albans’ District Scouts
* Wooden games, Peter Templeman
* Toddler soft play and colouring zone
🧝♂️ Look out for the street theatre and the walkabout entertainment wowing the crowds across the site:
* St Albans Musical Theatre Company performing festive songs at the Clock Tower
* Santa’s elves
* Stilt walking ice queen
* Festive juggler
* Mix 92.6 live broadcast and music
* Salvation Army Band
⛪️ VISIT ST PETER'S CHURCH
St Peter’s Church will also be open, offering a peaceful space to explore, reflect or pray. From 16:00 the church will be candlelit, with carols from 16:30 to 17:00, followed by Evensong at 18:00.
📍 EVENT LOCATIONS
St Peter's St, Market Place, High St, Chequer St & Victoria St, St Albans
ℹ️ MORE INFORMATION
Please find more information, road closures etc on the website via the event link.
🎅 Hertfordshire Zoo Christmas Wonderland 2026
Time: 09:30 - 20:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️21st & 22nd November
▪️28th & 29th November
▪️5th & 6th December
▪️12th & 13th December
▪️19th - 24th December
🎅 EVENT DETAILS
This year, we’ve gone bigger and better than ever, bringing you our most spectacular Christmas Wonderland yet, FIVE times the size of last year!
🚂 Polar Express - Climb aboard our magical Roar’ient Express and journey into a world of Christmas wonder!
ℹ️ Our Polar Express is a digital immersive experience using screens and festive visuals to take families on a magical journey towards the North Pole. Please note that this is a digital experience rather than a physical train journey
✨ Discover over 25 dazzling light displays!
📮 Write a letter to Santa!
🥕 Make magical reindeer food!
🔥 Toast marshmallows with Mrs Claus!
🎅 Meet Father Christmas in his enchanting grotto!
And that’s not all! With even more festive surprises waiting to be discovered, this is one Christmas experience you won’t want to miss!
ℹ️ FAQ'S
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Child tickets starting from £18.50
▪️Adult tickets starting from £19.50
Please note: the World of Animals & World of Dinosaurs will be closed during our evening Christmas Wonderland sessions. Evening tickets provide access to the Christmas Wonderland experience only and do not include access to the animal areas of Hertfordshire Zoo.
🛎 Hotel Deal: Northamptonshire Stay at Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club with Dinner, Early & Late Check & Full Leisure Access For 2 People
Time: 14:00 - 11:00
🗓 2026/2027 DATES
Available for stays until 31 st March 2027
👀 Your deal includes
🐶 Can I bring my pet?
Yes, pet-friendly rooms are available upon an additional charge of £30 per room per night in an appropriate Dog Friendly room. Please note a maximum of 2 small dogs are allowed in 1 room and they have the right to refuse access should the dogs not fit this criteria upon check-in.
♿️ Do they have accessible rooms at Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club?
They have 10 accessible rooms of which 7 are for single occupancy, and 3 are twins/doubles. Each room does differ in its offering and you will have to advise the hotel of your requirements upon enquiry before booking through Wowcher.
💳 DEAL COST (SAVE UP TO 62%)
From £99 - £109 per night for 2 people sharing.
👀 GET THIS DEAL
ℹ️ HOTEL CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01327 220676
😌 Hotel Deal - Crowne Plaza Marlow, B&B, Spa Access - Buckinghamshire
Time: 15:00 - 11:00
🗓 2026/2027 DATES
Valid for stays on selected dates until 31 st May 2027
🌳 ABOUT
Set beside the lake in Buckinghamshire countryside, Crowne Plaza Marlow is a contemporary four-star retreat with a relaxed, modern feel. It combines spa facilities, peaceful views and an award-winning restaurant with spacious rooms and five acres of landscaped grounds.
🛌 ROOM OPTIONS
▪️Double Room: 2 People - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Your deal includes
✨️ Optional dinner
🏊♀️ Spa access is included; treatments can be booked separately at an additional cost.
👀 WOWCHER DEAL (Save up to £48%)
💳 PACKAGE COST: From £119
ℹ️ HOTEL CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01628 496800
🏊♂️ Eversholt Cold Water Swim (Over 18's)
Time: 11:00 - 15:45 Price: £7.00
▪️AGES: 18+
🌡Pool temp: 12-15℃
🏊♂️ ABOUT
We have a lovely warm dome for sitting afterwards, and some beautiful lighting for dark mornings and evenings! Cold swimming has many benefits for mind and body. We run introduction sessions if you’ve never done it before. Click the event link for more info about cold swimming sessions and to book. Sessions last 45 minutes.
🗓 OPENING TIMES (TICKETS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE)
▪️Monday: 7am - 11:45am
▪️Tuesday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Wednesday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Thursday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Friday: 7am - 11:45pm
▪️Saturday: 7am - 4:45pm
▪️Sunday: 11am - 3:45pm
