☃️ Christmas at Luton Hoo Estate 2026 - Luton Hoo Estate
Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 10:00 - 21:00
☃️ Step beyond the gates this Christmas at Luton Hoo Estate, near Luton and Harpenden.
🎄 EVENT DETAILS
Meet Father Christmas in The Grotto, glide on the Glice Skating Rink or explore the one-mile Christmas Light Trail through the historic Walled Garden. VIP experiences are also available.
🎅 SANTA VISIT DATES
▪️4th - 6th December 2026
▪️10th - 13th December 2026
▪️16th - 24th December 2026
✨️ LIGHT TRAIL DATES
▪️4th - 6th December 2026
▪️9th - 24th December 2026
▪️27th - 31st December 2026
▪️1st - 3rd January 2027
⛸️ ICE SKATING DATES (Ages 3+)
▪️4th - 6th December 2026
▪️9th - 24th December 2026
▪️27th - 31st December
▪️1st - 3rd January 2027
☃️ EXPERIENCE TICKET COST:
✨️ Skating tickets from £10.65
✨️ Light Trail tickets from £15.98
✨️ The Grotto from £42.60 for one adult and one child.
🕛 OPENING HOURS
▪️4 - 6 December: 10:30am - 8pm
▪️9 - 11 December:: 12pm - 8pm
▪️12 - 13 December: 10am - 9pm
▪️14- 16 December: 12pm - 8pm
▪️17 - 23 December: 10am - 9pm
▪️24 December: 10am - 8pm
▪️27 - 31 December: 10am - 9pm
▪️1 - 3 January: 12pm - 8pm
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
▪️Access at the estate. Accessible toilets and Blue Badge parking on hard standing are available, with parking subject to availability. Natural paths may be uneven, muddy or woodchipped.
▪️Support that suits you. Selected Starlight sessions offer quieter audio and reduced capacity. Eligible guests can request a complimentary Essential Companion Ticket after booking.
Read the full access answers → Ask about your requirements →
🐶 DOGS...
Bring your four-legged family member on a Christmas Tails date:
▪️6, 12, 20 or 23 December 2026.
Pet dogs can enter the event and Light Trail free of charge on these dates. A separate Christmas Tails dog ticket is required for a visit to Father Christmas and includes an exclusive dog gift.
ℹ️ TICKET INFORMATION
Experiences are separately ticketed, and each ticket includes village access and free parking. These prices include booking fees and vary by date and session. Skating is for ages 3 and over; adult-supervision rules apply. You can purchase tickets via the event link.
📍LOCATION DETAILS
Enter via Lime Tree Avenue, Luton, LU1 4LF, and follow event signs rather than signs for Luton Hoo Hotel (not Luton Hoo Hotel). Arrive at least 30 minutes before your first booked experience.
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🎄 EVENT DETAILS
Meet Father Christmas in The Grotto, glide on the Glice Skating Rink or explore the one-mile Christmas Light Trail through the historic Walled Garden. VIP experiences are also available.
🎅 SANTA VISIT DATES
▪️4th - 6th December 2026
▪️10th - 13th December 2026
▪️16th - 24th December 2026
✨️ LIGHT TRAIL DATES
▪️4th - 6th December 2026
▪️9th - 24th December 2026
▪️27th - 31st December 2026
▪️1st - 3rd January 2027
⛸️ ICE SKATING DATES (Ages 3+)
▪️4th - 6th December 2026
▪️9th - 24th December 2026
▪️27th - 31st December
▪️1st - 3rd January 2027
☃️ EXPERIENCE TICKET COST:
✨️ Skating tickets from £10.65
✨️ Light Trail tickets from £15.98
✨️ The Grotto from £42.60 for one adult and one child.
🕛 OPENING HOURS
▪️4 - 6 December: 10:30am - 8pm
▪️9 - 11 December:: 12pm - 8pm
▪️12 - 13 December: 10am - 9pm
▪️14- 16 December: 12pm - 8pm
▪️17 - 23 December: 10am - 9pm
▪️24 December: 10am - 8pm
▪️27 - 31 December: 10am - 9pm
▪️1 - 3 January: 12pm - 8pm
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
▪️Access at the estate. Accessible toilets and Blue Badge parking on hard standing are available, with parking subject to availability. Natural paths may be uneven, muddy or woodchipped.
▪️Support that suits you. Selected Starlight sessions offer quieter audio and reduced capacity. Eligible guests can request a complimentary Essential Companion Ticket after booking.
Read the full access answers → Ask about your requirements →
🐶 DOGS...
Bring your four-legged family member on a Christmas Tails date:
▪️6, 12, 20 or 23 December 2026.
Pet dogs can enter the event and Light Trail free of charge on these dates. A separate Christmas Tails dog ticket is required for a visit to Father Christmas and includes an exclusive dog gift.
ℹ️ TICKET INFORMATION
Experiences are separately ticketed, and each ticket includes village access and free parking. These prices include booking fees and vary by date and session. Skating is for ages 3 and over; adult-supervision rules apply. You can purchase tickets via the event link.
📍LOCATION DETAILS
Enter via Lime Tree Avenue, Luton, LU1 4LF, and follow event signs rather than signs for Luton Hoo Hotel (not Luton Hoo Hotel). Arrive at least 30 minutes before your first booked experience.
ℹ️ FOLLOW FOR MORE..
ℹ️ INFORMATION
FAQ'S
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@tag.live
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🌳 Wellbeing Health Walk at Harrold Odell Country Park 2026
Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 10:30 - 11:30
🌳 Guided health walks take place fortnightly on Thursdays at Harrold Odell Country Park. Free!
They start at 10:30am, meeting at the woodland entrance of the Dragonfly Café and last about an hour. Each walk is led by a trained leader.
The walks are usually within the Country Park, occasionally in Harrold village, with an annual bluebell walk in nearby woods (conditions permitting). Café and toilets available, parking free (but a donation is suggested – goes to the upkeep of the Park). There are no stiles but it may occasionally be slightly muddy.
👩⚕️ BENEFITS
Walking regularly can help reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, strokes and depression. Why not come and try it for yourself?
ℹ️ For more information, email us at: harroldhealthwalk@outlook.com
🗓 2026 DATES
July 16th
July 30th
August 13th
August 27th
September 10th
September 24th
October 8th
October 22nd
November 5th
November 19th
December 3rd
December 17th
December 31st
They start at 10:30am, meeting at the woodland entrance of the Dragonfly Café and last about an hour. Each walk is led by a trained leader.
The walks are usually within the Country Park, occasionally in Harrold village, with an annual bluebell walk in nearby woods (conditions permitting). Café and toilets available, parking free (but a donation is suggested – goes to the upkeep of the Park). There are no stiles but it may occasionally be slightly muddy.
👩⚕️ BENEFITS
Walking regularly can help reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, strokes and depression. Why not come and try it for yourself?
ℹ️ For more information, email us at: harroldhealthwalk@outlook.com
🗓 2026 DATES
July 16th
July 30th
August 13th
August 27th
September 10th
September 24th
October 8th
October 22nd
November 5th
November 19th
December 3rd
December 17th
December 31st
📖☕️ Tea Time Tales 2026 - Grove House, Dunstable
Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 14:30 - 16:00 Price: £6.00
📖 Take a break from the everyday and join us for Tea Time Tales, a delightful afternoon of storytelling, local history, and good company in Dunstable from 2.30pm to 4pm at Grove House.
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Organised by the Dunstable Town Guides, each session offers fascinating stories and lively conversation, all served with a warm cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments.
Come along, relax, and enjoy an afternoon filled with tales, tea, and friendship.
📍LOCATION
Grove House, 76 High Street North, Dunstable, LU6 1NF
🎟 BOOKING - £6.00
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Organised by the Dunstable Town Guides, each session offers fascinating stories and lively conversation, all served with a warm cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments.
Come along, relax, and enjoy an afternoon filled with tales, tea, and friendship.
📍LOCATION
Grove House, 76 High Street North, Dunstable, LU6 1NF
🎟 BOOKING - £6.00
You book via the event link.
Call Priory House on 01582 891420 if you experience any issues with booking tickets online, they can book tickets for on your behalf.
Call Priory House on 01582 891420 if you experience any issues with booking tickets online, they can book tickets for on your behalf.
🗓 2026 DATES & TALE DESCRIPTION
▪️10 September - Bedford from Victoria to WW2, by Bob Ricketts
▪️24 September - Dunstable's Augustinian Priory 1120 to 1540, by Hugh Garrod
▪️8 October - Tigers to the Taj Mahal, Adventures in India, by Wilf Powell
▪️22 October - Red Cloud’s War how the West was lost, by Andy Gibbs
▪️5 November - What did the parrot say? The first world currency, by Trevor Owens
▪️19 November - The Skylon at the 1951 Festival of Britain, by Stephen Williams
▪️3 December - The Fishing Fleet -by Jean Yates
▪️17 December - ‘Oh yes it is, oh no it isn’t’ a History of the Pantomime by Ann Ledger
▪️10 September - Bedford from Victoria to WW2, by Bob Ricketts
▪️24 September - Dunstable's Augustinian Priory 1120 to 1540, by Hugh Garrod
▪️8 October - Tigers to the Taj Mahal, Adventures in India, by Wilf Powell
▪️22 October - Red Cloud’s War how the West was lost, by Andy Gibbs
▪️5 November - What did the parrot say? The first world currency, by Trevor Owens
▪️19 November - The Skylon at the 1951 Festival of Britain, by Stephen Williams
▪️3 December - The Fishing Fleet -by Jean Yates
▪️17 December - ‘Oh yes it is, oh no it isn’t’ a History of the Pantomime by Ann Ledger
⚽️ Stadium Tours, Kenilworth Road, 2026 - Luton
Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 10:00 - 12:30
⚽️ A comprehensive behind the scenes tour of the Kenilworth Road Stadium, Luton for 2026. Conducted by knowledgeable members of Hatters Heritage.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday's
▪️From 20th August - 17th December
⚽️ TOUR TIMES
▪️10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
▪️11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
🅿️ PARKING
You can park in the Maple Road car park at the top of Oak Road.
Please use the main reception entrance that is accessible from the car park.
Entrance is not available from the Kenilworth Road end.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £15.00
▪️Children Under 12:£10.00
(Under 12's not admitted to Bobbers Gantry)
▪️Member: £10.00
(Hatters Heritage & list members)
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday's
▪️From 20th August - 17th December
⚽️ TOUR TIMES
▪️10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
▪️11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
🅿️ PARKING
You can park in the Maple Road car park at the top of Oak Road.
Please use the main reception entrance that is accessible from the car park.
Entrance is not available from the Kenilworth Road end.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £15.00
▪️Children Under 12:£10.00
(Under 12's not admitted to Bobbers Gantry)
▪️Member: £10.00
(Hatters Heritage & list members)
🎅 Free Santa & Elf Christmas Experience 2026 - Kingfisher, Newport Pagnell
Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
🎅 Free Santa and Elf Experience at Kingfisher, Newport Pagnell. Come and enjoy a magical Christmas experience with Santa Claus and his festive Elf!
🗓 2026 CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE DATES
▪️ Thursday 17th December: 5–7pm
▪️ Saturday 19th December: 12–2pm
▪️ Monday 21st December: 12–2pm
▪️ Tuesday 22nd December: 5–7pm
🧝♂️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Every family will be welcomed one-to-one, giving each child their own special moment with Santa and his Elf.
FOR FREE CHILDREN CAN:
🎅 Meet Santa personally
📸 Have photos with Santa & his Elf
📝 Tell Santa their Christmas wishes
🎄 Chat, laugh and interact with the Elf
⭐ Receive a special Christmas sticker prize
🎉 PARTY TIME
And once Santa and his Elf have spent time with all the families… IT’S PARTY TIME!
🎄 Festive games
💃 Christmas dancing
🎅 Santa & Elf fun
🎶 Christmas music
✨ Festive entertainment
A lovely chance to meet Santa, capture those special Christmas photos and then finish with a big festive celebration!
ℹ️ BOOK A TABLE
☎️ Phone: 01908 618390
🌐 Website: Kingfisher
🗓 2026 CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE DATES
▪️ Thursday 17th December: 5–7pm
▪️ Saturday 19th December: 12–2pm
▪️ Monday 21st December: 12–2pm
▪️ Tuesday 22nd December: 5–7pm
🧝♂️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Every family will be welcomed one-to-one, giving each child their own special moment with Santa and his Elf.
FOR FREE CHILDREN CAN:
🎅 Meet Santa personally
📸 Have photos with Santa & his Elf
📝 Tell Santa their Christmas wishes
🎄 Chat, laugh and interact with the Elf
⭐ Receive a special Christmas sticker prize
🎉 PARTY TIME
And once Santa and his Elf have spent time with all the families… IT’S PARTY TIME!
🎄 Festive games
💃 Christmas dancing
🎅 Santa & Elf fun
🎶 Christmas music
✨ Festive entertainment
A lovely chance to meet Santa, capture those special Christmas photos and then finish with a big festive celebration!
ℹ️ BOOK A TABLE
☎️ Phone: 01908 618390
🌐 Website: Kingfisher
🎅 Santa's Grotto Experience 2026 - Frosts, Willington
Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 09:30 - 19:00
🎅 A new Santa’s Grotto Experience filled with festive magic and interactive activities is coming to Willington Garden Centre in Bedford this year.
🗓 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
🗓 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