🚂 🎅The Panto Express Jack & The Beanstalk at The Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Saturday 07 December 2024
🚂 PANTO EXPRESS
See Father Christmas whilst enjoying a steam train ride AND watch a pantomime – all in one amazing Christmas experience! This year, it’s bigger and better than ever!
🎭 START YOUR JOURNEY WITH A PANTO
(25 minutes)
Start your journey with our family-friendly pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, in our festive Visitor Centre. Enjoy your performance and then make your way to the Booking Hall to board the steam train.
🎅 NEXT TRAIN RIDE & MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS - KEEP YOUR GOLDEN TICKET!
(25 minutes)
You will be shown to your compartment where you will be visited by Father Christmas, who makes his way along the train to present a special golden ticket to all the children.
(25 minutes)
Start your journey with our family-friendly pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, in our festive Visitor Centre. Enjoy your performance and then make your way to the Booking Hall to board the steam train.
🎅 NEXT TRAIN RIDE & MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS - KEEP YOUR GOLDEN TICKET!
(25 minutes)
You will be shown to your compartment where you will be visited by Father Christmas, who makes his way along the train to present a special golden ticket to all the children.
🤶 AFTER THE TRAIN RIDE MEET MRS CLAUS & THE ELVES AT THE MUSEUM
After the train ride, your adventure continues in the museum with our brand-new experience! You will be magically transported to Santa’s workshop, where you can meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and your child can exchange their golden ticket for a gift of their choice.
🚻 TOILETS
Please note there are no toilets on the trains, but plenty around the site for you to use before your train ride.
👶BABY INFORMATION
NB Babies under 12 months are £8 and do NOT need a seat but will still receive a present. Seats are not allocated for babies. Pushchairs are not permitted on the train but can be left undercover on the platform.
DATES:
Saturday 30th November
Sunday 1st December
Saturday 7th December
Sunday 8th December
Saturday 14th December
Sunday 15th December
Saturday 21st December
Sunday 22nd December
SESSION TIMES:
Arrive by Panto Train
10:00 10:25 11:15
10:55 11:15 12:05
11:50 12:10 13:00
12:45 13:05 13:55
14:00 14:20 15:05
14:55 15:15 16:00
After the train ride, your adventure continues in the museum with our brand-new experience! You will be magically transported to Santa’s workshop, where you can meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and your child can exchange their golden ticket for a gift of their choice.
🚻 TOILETS
Please note there are no toilets on the trains, but plenty around the site for you to use before your train ride.
👶BABY INFORMATION
NB Babies under 12 months are £8 and do NOT need a seat but will still receive a present. Seats are not allocated for babies. Pushchairs are not permitted on the train but can be left undercover on the platform.
DATES:
Saturday 30th November
Sunday 1st December
Saturday 7th December
Sunday 8th December
Saturday 14th December
Sunday 15th December
Saturday 21st December
Sunday 22nd December
SESSION TIMES:
Arrive by Panto Train
10:00 10:25 11:15
10:55 11:15 12:05
11:50 12:10 13:00
12:45 13:05 13:55
14:00 14:20 15:05
14:55 15:15 16:00
🎟 TICKET PRICE'S
Bronze tickets: £22.50pp
(shared standard compartment)
Silver tickets: £24.50pp
(private standard compartment for 6-8 people)
Gold tickets: £26.50pp
(private First-Class compartment for 6 people)
Babies: £8.00
(under 12 months)
*Pre-booking are essential. All bookings are subject to a £3 fee per booking.
Other events on this day
🎁 Christmas gift and craft fayre in Cranfield
Saturday 07 December 2024
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🎅FREE ENTRY! Come and browse all the beautiful stalls showcasing their handmade products at Cranfield Community Centre. We will have:
⭐️Wax melts,
⭐️Bath bombs,
⭐️Etched glassware,
⭐️Jewellery,
⭐️Dog accessories
⭐️Hair accessories and much more.
🦋 Facepainting
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Hot and cold snacks & drinks available to eat in or take away.
🛍 Shop for original Christmas presents and stocking fillers.
⭐️Wax melts,
⭐️Bath bombs,
⭐️Etched glassware,
⭐️Jewellery,
⭐️Dog accessories
⭐️Hair accessories and much more.
🦋 Facepainting
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Hot and cold snacks & drinks available to eat in or take away.
🛍 Shop for original Christmas presents and stocking fillers.
🎄 Light Up Clifton 2024
Saturday 07 December 2024
Time: 16:00 - 19:00
🎄 Light Up Clifton, our annual Christmas tree lighting and festive fun event for 2024!
🧑🎄 FREE FOR THE KIDS!
Free activities & games
DETAILS
This year we have some amazing new additions, our biggest Christmas Market to date and lots of free fun and entertainment.
⭐️ Christmas Market
⭐️ FREE Santa’s Grotto
⭐️ Live entertainment
⭐️ Food & drink
⭐️ Raffle
⭐️ Fun & games
🎅 FREE SANTA'S GROTTO
With huge thanks to our friends at TJ PLUMBING SHEFFORD we are once again able to offer a fantastic Santa's Grotto with a FREE gift for every child that visits on Saturday 7th December, between 4pm and 7pm.
🚂 POLAR EXPRESS ➡️ SANTA'S GROTTO
This year to get to Santa's Grotto, you will need to take a magical trip on our very own Polar Express (a.k.a. Willow the Land Train). Find the station by "the triangle" on Grange Street.
🛬FLIGHT SIMULATOR
Plus, while you are waiting for your turn with Santa or return trip on the train you can visit our friends from @2482HenlowCadets and have a go on their Flight Simulator!
🧑🎄 So many things to do at this year's Light Up Clifton, it'll definitely be an unmissable event!!
🧑🎄 FREE FOR THE KIDS!
Free activities & games
DETAILS
This year we have some amazing new additions, our biggest Christmas Market to date and lots of free fun and entertainment.
⭐️ Christmas Market
⭐️ FREE Santa’s Grotto
⭐️ Live entertainment
⭐️ Food & drink
⭐️ Raffle
⭐️ Fun & games
🎅 FREE SANTA'S GROTTO
With huge thanks to our friends at TJ PLUMBING SHEFFORD we are once again able to offer a fantastic Santa's Grotto with a FREE gift for every child that visits on Saturday 7th December, between 4pm and 7pm.
🚂 POLAR EXPRESS ➡️ SANTA'S GROTTO
This year to get to Santa's Grotto, you will need to take a magical trip on our very own Polar Express (a.k.a. Willow the Land Train). Find the station by "the triangle" on Grange Street.
🛬FLIGHT SIMULATOR
Plus, while you are waiting for your turn with Santa or return trip on the train you can visit our friends from @2482HenlowCadets and have a go on their Flight Simulator!
🧑🎄 So many things to do at this year's Light Up Clifton, it'll definitely be an unmissable event!!
🧑🎄 SHUTTLEWORTH CHRISTMAS MARKET 2024
Saturday 07 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th December 2024
▪️Sunday 8th December 2024
▪️Admission: Free
(donations are welcome) -
▪️Last entry 15:30.
🎄EVENT INFORMATION
▪️Saturday 7th December 2024
▪️Sunday 8th December 2024
▪️Admission: Free
(donations are welcome) -
▪️Last entry 15:30.
🎄EVENT INFORMATION
Explore the grand rooms and grounds of Shuttleworth House and Garden Suite and meander around a variety of local food, craft and gift stalls.
Trade stalls will be positioned around the grand rooms of Shuttleworth House and the Garden Suite for visitors to enjoy both the stunning interiors as they shop from a variety of food, craft and gift stalls.
Trade stalls will be positioned around the grand rooms of Shuttleworth House and the Garden Suite for visitors to enjoy both the stunning interiors as they shop from a variety of food, craft and gift stalls.
🏛 SHUTTLEWORTH HOUSE
Shuttleworth House was designed by the prominent Victorian architect Henry Clutton and is a real treasure trove of opulence, with many fantastic artefacts to see.
🌸 DO YOU WANT TO VISIT THE SWISS GARDEN ALSO?
Please note that if you wish to visit the Collection or Swiss Garden, you must purchase a valid Daily Admission Ticket. You can do this via the event link
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Please note that some of the areas are only accessible via steps.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is separate from the main visitor attraction and will be located on the Parkland by Shuttleworth House. Please follow parking signage on the day.
Parking is separate from the main visitor attraction and will be located on the Parkland by Shuttleworth House. Please follow parking signage on the day.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs are sadly not permitted inside Shuttleworth House, Swiss Garden or Collection Hangars but are welcome outside for a walk around the parkland and house grounds. Assistance dogs welcome.
Dogs are sadly not permitted inside Shuttleworth House, Swiss Garden or Collection Hangars but are welcome outside for a walk around the parkland and house grounds. Assistance dogs welcome.
🍷 FOOD & DRINKS
We are excited to announce local caterers Boss Hogs will be providing their delicious Hog Roast and the Churro Boyz will be serving up their Multi award winning Churros!
We are excited to announce local caterers Boss Hogs will be providing their delicious Hog Roast and the Churro Boyz will be serving up their Multi award winning Churros!
Coffee & Cake Lounge (with mulled wine!) in the Garden Suite
Head to the Garden Suite where we will be bringing back our coffee & cake lounge now with festive treats!
Serving: hot drinks, mulled wine and much much more!
🎅 Father Christmas Visits Wardown 2024 - Luton
Saturday 07 December 2024
DATES: 07 Dec 2024 - 21 Dec 2024
TIMES: Multiple
🎄A magical Christmas experience for the whole family at Wardown House, Museum and Gallery.
TIMES: Multiple
🎄A magical Christmas experience for the whole family at Wardown House, Museum and Gallery.
EVENT DETAILS
Children are invited to listen to:
📖 A festive story from Miss Christmas,
🧝♂️ Meet the whimsical elves,
🎁 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!
Children are invited to listen to:
📖 A festive story from Miss Christmas,
🧝♂️ Meet the whimsical elves,
🎁 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.
PRICE:
🔸️£16 Child
🔸️£6 Adult + £1 booking fee
AGE GUIDANCE: 0 - 10 years old
🔸️£16 Child
🔸️£6 Adult + £1 booking fee
AGE GUIDANCE: 0 - 10 years old
Running time: 30 minutes. Adult tickets includes tea & coffee. Please note there is a maximum of two adults per child for this event.
🎟 BOOK USING THE EVENT LINK
This is a very popular event and some slots sell-out. Book early to secure your visit with Father Christmas!
🎟 BOOK USING THE EVENT LINK
This is a very popular event and some slots sell-out. Book early to secure your visit with Father Christmas!
💋Christmas garage, house & R&B BIG Brunch - The White Swan, Dunstable
Saturday 07 December 2024
Time: 14:00 - 19:00 Price: £35.00
🎅A GREAT CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON OUT OUT
🎫 TICKETS: £35 per person - which to reserve pppyour space please use our wats app button on our Facebook page to be put on the list. (You can reach the Facebook page via the event link)
🍹WHAT YOU GET-
Poured by a sexy Santa 3pm - 6pm never ending cocktails.
Discounted drinks menu for ticket holders only :)
😜 FOOD
Festive munch bowls - these will be brought out to you throughout the event.
“pigs in blankets will be going out in force!
🤩 This event will be inside our beautifully decorated pub & some serious tunes will be played!
🎫 TICKETS: £35 per person - which to reserve pppyour space please use our wats app button on our Facebook page to be put on the list. (You can reach the Facebook page via the event link)
🍹WHAT YOU GET-
Poured by a sexy Santa 3pm - 6pm never ending cocktails.
Discounted drinks menu for ticket holders only :)
😜 FOOD
Festive munch bowls - these will be brought out to you throughout the event.
“pigs in blankets will be going out in force!
🤩 This event will be inside our beautifully decorated pub & some serious tunes will be played!
