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โœจ๏ธ Ashridge House Illuminated 2025


Time: 16:00 - 20:30

โœจ๏ธ Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2025, ready to light up Hertfordshire with over 20 sparkling light displays - including brand new installations - and a better than ever festive food village, offering visitors this year a truly elevated experience.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
โ–ช๏ธOpen from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
โ–ช๏ธFirst entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm

๐Ÿคฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estateโ€™s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!

๐ŸŽก NEW FOR 2025 / FROM ยฃ6.00
โ–ช๏ธObservation wheel

Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!

๐Ÿถ DOG INFORMATION
โ–ช๏ธWednesday & Thursday

Due to last yearโ€™s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trailโ€™s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*

๐Ÿ—บ WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST & BOOKING:
โ–ช๏ธFrom ยฃ14.40 for children
โ–ช๏ธFrom ยฃ23.50 for adults
โ–ช๏ธPlease send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.

Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldnโ€™t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.

๐ŸŽ… Santa at Stockwood 2025 - Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton


Time: 09:30 - 18:00

๐ŸŽ… Santa is coming to Stockwood, Luton for 2025 with a 45 minute festive experience.

โ–ช๏ธAGES:
Suitable For All (Recommended: Under 10s)

โœจ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Join Santaโ€™s whimsical elves in his workshop where all the magic happens and create your very own festive keepsake to treasure. Donโ€™t forget to mix up some special reindeer food to sprinkle on Christmas Eve for Rudolph and his friends whilst youโ€™re there. Before you see Santa in an exclusive slot for your family, be sure to write your Christmas wish to share with him and we are sure heโ€™ll have a little something for you too.

We know Santa is excited to meet you and hear all about the joy and Christmas cheer youโ€™ve spread across 2025. Donโ€™t forget to capture the special moment with a photo! Our Santa experiences are popular events. Make sure you book early to secure your visit with Santa.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Santa at Stockwood runs from Saturday 12 to Wednesday 24 December 2025. (Excluding Mon 15 Dec) between 9.30am and 6pm.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST:
Adult & Child From ยฃ25.30 (inc. Booking Fee)

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐Ÿ“ง Email:
boxoffice@culturetrust.com
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01582 878100

โœจ๏ธ Stockwood Illuminated 2025 - Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton


Time: 16:30 - 20:00

โœจ๏ธ This December 2025, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

๐Ÿคฉ EVENT DETAILS
This year we have doubled the light trail from 500 metres to one kilometre, with over 20 light creations and a custom-made soundtrack.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.  We have interactive light installations, shimmering disks reflecting the sky, bouncing psychelic colours, colourful animations and sparkly mirrors.

๐ŸŽ‰ WHAT'S NEW FOR 2025
For 2025 we're also introducing 13 new light creations inspired by fairy tales, fast reaction games , water and ice.  There'll also be a few surprises along the way so be prepared for magic and adventure.

We guarantee that Stockwood Illuminated will get you and your family in the festive spirit!  Book now to avoid disappointment.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
Running from 12th December - 4th January.
Excluding 15th, 25th, 26th December 2025 & 1st January 2025.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST:
โ–ช๏ธยฃ9 / ยฃ7 Concessions (inc. booking fee)

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐Ÿ“ง Email:
boxoffice@culturetrust.com
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01582 878100 

๐ŸŽผ Music In The Museum: December 2025 - Wardown House Museum, Luton


Time: 14:00 - 16:00

๐ŸŽผ Classical music performance taking place in the stunning Drawing Room, surrounded by the museum's unique art collection and with spectacular views overlooking Wardown Park.
Join us for a stunning performance with Intesa Duo - A Celebration of Christmas with Viols and Voice.

โ–ช๏ธAGE: Suitable for all ages

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST: ยฃ16.50 (inc. Booking Fee)

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐Ÿ“ง Email:
boxoffice@culturetrust.com
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01582 878100

๐Ÿš˜ Dunstable Cricket Club Indoor Car Boot Sale 2025


Time: 09:00 - 11:30

๐Ÿš˜ Dunstable Cricket Club indoor car boot sale.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025/2026 SUNDAY DATES
โ–ช๏ธ
19th October 2025
โ–ช๏ธ9th November 2025
โ–ช๏ธ14th December 2026
โ–ช๏ธ11th January 2026
โ–ช๏ธ8th February 2026
โ–ช๏ธ8th March 2026
โ–ช๏ธ12th April 2026

BUYERS
๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธ
Adults entry: ยฃ1
๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธChildren entry: Free

๐Ÿฅ“ FOOD & DRINK
Hot & cold refreshments available such as bacon/sausage rolls.

โ„น๏ธ STALL HOLDERS
Call Sara for information on pricing and to reserve a pitch on:
โ˜Ž๏ธ
07957 125045

โœจ๏ธ The Land of Lights 2025 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes


โœจ๏ธ Land of Lights will be lighting up the skies at Gulliverโ€™s Milton Keynes throughout winter 2025 with NEW lantern displays and glowing scenes.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025/2026 DATES
โ–ช๏ธ
7 - 9 November
โ–ช๏ธ14 - 16 November
โ–ช๏ธ21 - 23 November
โ–ช๏ธ28 - 30 November
โ–ช๏ธ4 - 7 December
โ–ช๏ธ10 - 24 December
โ–ช๏ธ28 - 31 December
โ–ช๏ธ1 - 4 January 2026
โ–ช๏ธFrom 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
โ–ช๏ธFebruary 2026: Saturday's only

๐Ÿคฉ WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliverโ€™s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.

๐Ÿถ DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.

*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.

โ“๏ธACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.

๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿš‚ Santa Steam Special 2025 - Leighton Buzzard Railway


Time: 10:30 - 17:55

๐Ÿš‚ Take a 25-minute steam-train ride over a historic narrow-gauge railway thatโ€™s more than 100 years old, and run by enthusiastic volunteers. Please note that our Santa trains only operate between Page's Park Station and Leedon Loop over our suburban section of track, and trains do not travel to Stonehenge Works or Munday's Hill.

๐ŸŽ… MEET SANTA
Meet Santa on arrival back at Page's Park grotto, where children up to 12 will receive an early present.

๐Ÿ› OUR SHOP
And to help you with your present-hunting, our shop at Pageโ€™s Park station has the best selection of Thomas products, and much more besides.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธSunday 30th November
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 3rd December
โ–ช๏ธSaturday 6th December
โ–ช๏ธSunday 7th December
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 10th December
โ–ช๏ธSaturday 13th December
โ–ช๏ธSunday 14th December
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 17th December
โ–ช๏ธSaturday 20th December
โ–ช๏ธSunday 21st December
โ–ช๏ธMonday 22nd December
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 23rd December
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 24th December

๐Ÿง’ PRE-SCHOOL WEDNESDAY SPECIAL
Specially geared towards our youngest visitors, term-time Wednesdays 3, 10 and 17 December 2025 are the ideal time for parents or grandparents to bring pre-school little ones for a quiet word with Santa.

โ™ฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.buzzrail.uk/your-visit/accessibility/

๐Ÿถ DOGS
Well-behaved dogs are welcome on our trains, as well as assistance dogs, and they travel free of charge. A bowl of water is usually available for our four-legged customers at both ends of the line.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST:
โ–ช๏ธAdult (13 and over): ยฃ13
โ–ช๏ธChild (2 to 12, including present): ยฃ15
โ–ช๏ธChild (under 2, including present): ยฃ9

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT NUMBER
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01525 373888

โ›ธ๏ธ Ice Skating at Woburn Sands Garden Centre 2025


โ›ธ๏ธ Woburn Sands Garden Centre will have the annual real ice rink available for you and your family to enjoy. Ice skating sessions are available during the day, with extra evening sessions on certain days. Fully under cover so no need to worry about what the weather's doing outside!

โ€‹๐ŸŽŸ WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
Tickets include skate hire and 40 minutes on the ice, everything you need for a fun ice skating experience! Discounted family tickets available. Whether youโ€™re an experienced ice skater or itโ€™s your first time on the ice, everyone is welcome.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025/2026 DATES
Friday 17th November 2025 - Friday 2nd January 2026 (excluding 25th December 2025)

โ›ธ๏ธ Ice Skating: From ยฃ5.50 per person
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day. Discounted family tickets also available!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Family Tickets: From ยฃ18 per family
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day.

โœจ๏ธ SEN Sessions: From ยฃ5.50 per person

Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
โ™ฟ๏ธ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.
*Minimum 1 adult per booking

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ง SEN Sessions - Family Tickets: From ยฃ18 per family
Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
โ™ฟ๏ธ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.

๐Ÿง’ Toddler Session: From ยฃ5.50 per person
Bring your little ones for an exclusive Parent and Toddler Ice Skating session. Under 4โ€™s go free! You and your young children under 4 can enjoy the skating rink and can use the double bladed skates or over-shoe grippers. Pushchairs are allowed on the ice too!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking

โ›ธ๏ธ SKATING AIDS
Skating aids are available to purchase at the beginning of your ice skating session for the price of ยฃ5. They are available on a first come-first serve basis. The payment method is card only using a card reader.

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01908 281161
๐Ÿ“ง Email: hello@wsgardencentre.uk

๐ŸŽ… Santa's Grotto 2025 - The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Barton-le-clay


Time: 09:00 - 18:15

๐ŸŽ… Itโ€™s the most wonderful time of the year and The Santa Express is heading to The North Pole Train Station at the Olde Watermill Winter Wonderland with Santa, Mrs Claus, Elves and Rudolph on board, ready to see you all for a 50 minute visit full of magical Christmas fun.
Donโ€™t miss out, book your tickets NOW!

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธSaturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd November
โ–ช๏ธSaturday 29th Nov - Monday 1st December
โ–ช๏ธThursday 4th Dec - Monday 8th December
โ–ช๏ธThursday 11th Dec - Monday 15th December
โ–ช๏ธThursday 18th Dec - Wednesday 24th December

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ WHAT TO EXPECT

โœจ๏ธ Gingerbread Decorating: Step into the North Pole Bakery where Nutmeg the Baker and Jelly Tots the Elf will help all the children decorate a delicious christmassy gingerbread biscuit, there will also be an extra little surprise too. Next weโ€™re off to meet more of Santaโ€™s Elves.

โœจ๏ธ Prepare Reindeer Food: In the Magic Stables, Drifter is preparing Rudolph and his friendsโ€™ favourite food.  Here the children can fill their own bag of special magic food to take home.

โœจ๏ธ Make a wish: Now for that very special moment when you make a wish on Santaโ€™s Wishing Stars โ€“ ssshhh donโ€™t tell anyone!!

โœจ๏ธ Meet Santa & Mrs Claus: If thatโ€™s not enough fun, Mrs Claus will invite you into their cozy sitting room to meet Santa himself for a festive story, a present for each child and individual time with him and the opportunity to take that personal photograph of all the family.

โœจ๏ธ Take a ride: Outside Rudolph is waiting to say โ€˜Merry Christmasโ€™ and see you all, and each child can enjoy a go on Santaโ€™s fairground train ride after which all the family can enjoy some time in our glittering, illuminated Wonderland and climb aboard The Santa Express for more fun and photos.

๐Ÿ’Œ NEW FOR 2025!
NEW this year, we have Santaโ€™s Magic Postbox outside in the Winter Wonderland, so donโ€™t forget to remind the children to bring their letters and post them to make sure they reach the North Pole by Christmas Eve.

โ™ฟ๏ธ IS THE GROTTO WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY?
Yes, the grotto is wheelchair friendly and our elves are always happy to help. Unfortunately we donโ€™t offer any concessions. Please be aware the parking is on gravel and the slope up to the shopping village can be quite steep.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST:
At least one full-priced childโ€™s ticket is required per booking. Bookings with only adults and a baby are not permitted.

โ–ช๏ธAdult
: ยฃ7.99
โ–ช๏ธChild: ยฃ17.99
โ–ช๏ธUnder 1: ยฃ7.99

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐Ÿ“ง Email:
info@santasgrottouk.co.uk

๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿš‚ Fancott Miniature Railway Santa Special 2025


Time: 13:00

๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿš‚ Santaโ€™s coming to town - The Fancott Railway, Toddington, Bedfordshire on Sunday 14th December 2025 from 1pm.

Book your slot now for our Santa trains - double heading with our locos!

๐Ÿ“– ABOUT THE FANCOTT RAILWAY
The Oldest Miniature Railway located on the grounds of a Public House, The Fancott Miniature Railway (FMR) is a 7ยผ inch miniature railway located in the gardens of The Fancott Public House near Toddington, Bedfordshire. There has been a railways on the grounds of The Fancott Pub for over 30 years in one form or another.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST:
ยฃ10 per person with a gift for the children! THIS IS PRE-BOOKABLE ONLY, so message us.

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Call: 07917756237
(Weekends - 9:00 till 17:00)
๐Ÿ“ง Email: thefmr@live.co.uk
(Replies within 7 days)
๐Ÿ“˜ Facebook: FancottMiniatureRailway 

๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿš‚ Panto Express With Father Christmas 2025 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

๐ŸŽ… See Father Christmas whilst enjoying a steam train ride, watch a pantomime and meet Mrs Claus and the Elves โ€“ all in one amazing festive Christmas experience!

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธ
29 & 30th November
โ–ช๏ธ6 & 7th December
โ–ช๏ธ13 & 14th December
โ–ช๏ธ20, 21 & 22nd December

๐Ÿ•™ SESSION TIMES
10:10 11:00 11:55 12:50 14:20 15:15

๐Ÿš‚ EVENT DETAILS

Start your journey with our family-friendly pantomime, Aladdin, in our festive Visitor Centre. Enjoy your performance and then make your way to the Booking Hall to board the steam train. You will be shown to your compartment and visited by Father Christmas, where each child will be given a special golden ticket. 

๐ŸŽ… MEET SANTA
After the train ride, your adventure continues to the museum where you will be magically transported to Santaโ€™s workshop to meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and your child can exchange their golden ticket for a gift of their choice.

โ„น๏ธ BOOKING CONDITIONS 
โ–ช๏ธPre-booking for Christmas is essential!
โ–ช๏ธPanto running time approx. 30 mins; train ride approx. 25 mins.
โ–ช๏ธAll bookings are subject to a ยฃ3 fee per booking.
โ–ช๏ธThe time you book is the time of your Pantomime (the train ride and museum experience follows afterwards). Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time.

๐Ÿ…
GOLD tickets:
When booking GOLD tickets, you are booking a private First-Class compartment, for up to six people. These are sold as a whole compartment price. These are our most popular seats! Our GOLD ticket holders enjoy the larger and plusher seats of their First-Class compartment, plus reserved seating on the 2 front rows at the pantomime. Maximum booking is for 6 people (babies under 12 months can be added on top as they do not need a seat). If you have less than 6 people you can still book a private compartment, but the price will be for 6 people.)

๐Ÿฅˆ SILVER tickets:
When booking SILVER tickets, you are booking a private Standard compartment for up to 8 people. (Minimum booking 6 people, but if you have less than 6 people in your party, you can still book a private compartment, but the price will be for 6 people.)

๐Ÿฅ‰ BRONZE tickets:
When booking BRONZE tickets, you are booking single tickets within a Shared Standard compartment. Please note: you will share your compartment with members of other parties. (Minimum booking is for 1 person, maximum 5)

๐Ÿ‘ถ BABIES & PUSHCAHIRS
NB Babies under 12 months are ยฃ8.50 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. Donโ€™t forget to include babies on your booking who may not have been born yet but will be born in time for our event!

๐ŸŽŸ Early Bird Pricing:
โ„๏ธBronze tickets: ยฃ22.50pp
(shared standard compartment โ€“ max 5 per booking)
โ„๏ธSilver tickets: ยฃ24.50pp (private standard compartment for 6-8 people)
โ„๏ธGold tickets: ยฃ26.50pp (private First-Class compartment for 6 people)
โ„๏ธBabies: ยฃ8.50 (under 12 months)

๐ŸŽซ Pricing:
โ„๏ธBronze tickets: ยฃ24.50pp (shared standard compartment โ€“ max 5 per booking)
โ„๏ธSilver tickets: ยฃ26.50pp (private standard compartment for 6-8 people)
โ„๏ธGold tickets: ยฃ28.50pp (private First-Class compartment for 6 people)
โ„๏ธBabies: ยฃ8.50 (under 12 months)

โ—๏ธImportant points to note:
โ–ช๏ธ
Your allocated train ride will be after your pantomime.
โ–ช๏ธYour pantomime start time will be printed on your tickets, all other times will be on display on the day.
โ–ช๏ธWe open at 10am, along with our shop and cafe.
โ–ช๏ธYou may arrive before your pantomime time and spend time in our Visitor Centre enjoying the huge Christmas tree, decorations, shop and cafe, and you can stay as long as you like โ€“ we close at 6pm.
โ–ช๏ธThe Miniature Railway will NOT be open.

๐Ÿšป TOILETS
Please note there are no toilets on the trains, but plenty around the site for you to use before your train ride.

๐Ÿถ DOGS
Dogs are allowed on site, but at Christmas we do not allow them in the pantomime or on the trains.

โ„น๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY OR OTHER QUERIES
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01296 655720

๐ŸŽผ Christmas Carols with Hitchin Concert Band 2025 - The Orange Tree, Hitchin


Time: 19:30 - 21:00

๐ŸŽ Christmas carols with Hitchin Concert Band
Expect relaxed atmosphere, fire place, festive pub and everyone who joins in gets a present.

๐Ÿ“– THE ORANGE TREE WEBSITE
https://www.mcmullens.co.uk/local-pub/orange-tree-hitchin/

โ„น๏ธ ENQUIRIES
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone:
01462 432733

๐ŸŽ… Christmas at Mead Open Farm 2025


Time: 09:30 - 17:00

๐ŸŽ… Mead Open Farm Christmas 2025.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
December 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th

๐ŸŽ„ EVENT DETAILS
The time slot you book for is to see Father Christmas. You can access the farm park anytime from 9:30am on the date you visit.

Experience a magical festive adventure on selected dates in December, as the yuletide cheer of the North Pole takes over the farm.

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ INCLUDED IN YOUR CHRISTMAS TICKET
โœจ๏ธ Make it through the Naughty or Nice Detector.
โœจ๏ธ Meet Father Christmas and enjoy an enchanted festive group story with him.
โœจ๏ธ Visit Father Christmasโ€™ Toy Store and pick your own gift.
โœจ๏ธ Choose and make your very own bear in our Make a Bear Workshop.
โœจ๏ธ Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas.
โœจ๏ธ Make a bag of reindeer food at the Reindeer food factory.
โœจ๏ธ Visit Christmas HQ - an immersive walkthrough attraction.
โœจ๏ธ Get involved at The Pudding Club show.
โœจ๏ธ Visit the Christmas Tree walk-through with 3D sparkle glasses.
โœจ๏ธ Visit the Alpine village.

Plus, have full access to all the usual fun of the farm including meeting our animals and our giant indoor play area.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST FOR NON-MEMBERSHIPS ONLINE:
โ–ช๏ธChild (1-15 yrs): from ยฃ35.00 to ยฃ40.00
โ–ช๏ธAdult (16+): from ยฃ25.00 to ยฃ30.00
โ–ช๏ธSenior: from ยฃ20.00 to ยฃ25.00
โ–ช๏ธDisabled Plus Carer: from ยฃ35.00 to ยฃ40.00
โ–ช๏ธChild Under 1: from ยฃ10.00 to ยฃ15.00

*Member tickets receive a discount, you can see these prices on the website via the event link.

โ„น๏ธ ENQUIRIES
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01525 852954

๐Ÿ‘ฃ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ The Nut Cracker Trail 2025 - Rushden Lakes


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ Join us for a magical Nutcracker Trail this festive season 2025 at Rushden Lakes from 21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026.

๐ŸŒŸ EVENT DETAILS
Explore the site on a self-guided adventure designed for our younger visitors. Collect your trail booklet from Customer Services, then hunt down 10 Nutcracker characters hidden across the site. Write down all their names to complete the challenge!

Small gifts for everyone who takes part. Perfect photo opportunities throughout the festive period. Plus, enter your details for a chance to win a ยฃ50 The Entertainer Voucher!

๐ŸŽ WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
Rushden Lakes will be running a festive Farye  from 14th November - 31st December 2025 open 10am - 7pm. Here is the link for more information:
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/events/festive-fayre

CUSTOMER SERVICE OPENING TIMES
โ–ช๏ธMonday: 8 amโ€“6 pm
โ–ช๏ธTuesday: 8 amโ€“6 pm
โ–ช๏ธWednesday: 8 amโ€“6 pm
โ–ช๏ธThursday: 8 amโ€“6 pm
โ–ช๏ธFriday: 8 amโ€“6 pm
โ–ช๏ธSaturday: 8 amโ€“6 pm
โ–ช๏ธSunday: 10 amโ€“5 pm

*Check with customer services for times for specific days around the Christmas and the New Year period as these opening/closing as times may be different than listed.

โ™ฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/accessibility

โ„น๏ธ CUSTOMER SERVICES ENQUIRIES
You can contact us on 01933 427925 or via email. For assistance out of hours please contact the Security team on 01933 427923).

๐ŸŽ… ๐Ÿณ Breakfast with Santa 2025 - Maypole Farm Dining and Carvery


Time: 09:00 - 11:00

๐ŸŽ… This December 2025 The Maypole in Kempston has invited Santa to come and refuel with a breakfast at ours! Round up your little ones and join us on one of our magical Breakfast with Santa mornings, with seven dates available throughout the festive season, from the 7th of December until Christmas Eve.

๐Ÿ—“ EVENT DATES FOR 2025
โ–ช๏ธ
Sunday 7th December (Quiet session)
โ–ช๏ธSaturday 13th December
โ–ช๏ธSunday 14th December
โ–ช๏ธSaturday 20th December
โ–ช๏ธSunday 21st December
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 23rd December
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 24th December

๐ŸŽ WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Each child's place includes the chance to meet Santa, a kids' buffet breakfast, a drink, the chance to write a letter to Santa, a present from Santa and a certificate of attendance.

Each adult's place includes a buffet breakfast.

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ COST FOR CHILDREN
For just ยฃ9.99 per child (and ยฃ10.99 on Christmas Eve), your little one can enjoy their own kids' buffet breakfast, a refreshing drink, a little surprise from Santa AND a certificate of attendance! They'll have the chance to write a letter to the big man and secure those presents on their list (that they certainly haven't mentioned until now) when they meet Saint Nick himself at our Breakfast with Santa celebrations. Is there a more magical way to spend a morning?

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿฆฐ COST FOR ADULTS
Adults can tuck into our delicious Farmhouse Inns buffet breakfast with unlimited tea and coffee for just ยฃ10.99 (or ยฃ11.99 on Christmas Eve)!

BOOKING INFORMATION
โ–ช๏ธPre-order required 24 hours in advance
โ–ช๏ธDeposit ยฃ5 per Adult required
โ–ช๏ธDeposit ยฃ5 per Child required
โ–ช๏ธYou can book via the event link

โ„น๏ธ ENQUIRIES
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01234 857218

๐Ÿš‚๐ŸŽ… Meet Santa at Caldecotte Miniature Railway 2025


Time: 12:00 - 16:00 Price: ยฃ2.00

๐ŸŽ… VISIT SANTA, RECEIVE A SMALL GIFT AND HAVE A FESTIVE TRAIN RIDE FOR JUST ยฃ2!

๐Ÿš‚ EVENT DETAILS
Santa returns to Caldecotte Miniature Railway at Caldecotte Lake, Milton Keynes on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th December 2025,

โ–ช๏ธTIME: 12:00 - 1600

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST - PAY ON THE DAY
Ride our Christmas train, visit Santa and receive a small gift, all for just ยฃ2 a person. See you there! Under 2's are free.

๐ŸŽ Shuttleworth Christmas Market 2025


Time: 11:00 - 16:00

๐ŸŽ Explore a wonderfully festive Christmas market spanning the decadent rooms of our Jacobean style mansion house at Shuttleworth House.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โ–ช๏ธ
Saturday 13th December: 11am - 4pm
โ–ช๏ธSunday 14th December: 11am - 4pm

๐Ÿ› STALLS
With over 45 craft and gift stalls to explore, there's plenty to help with your Christmas shopping.

๐ŸŒญ FOOD
Also, welcoming the return of Bedford Event Catering with their famous Hog Roast and welcoming Spires Event Catering serving German style hot dogs!

๐Ÿท DRINKS
Why not indulge in the festive spirit with some mulled wine, baileys hot chocolate and festive treats from our very own *Garden Suite bar?
*Limited inside seating available

๐Ÿšผ PUSHCAHIRS
We do not permit buggies inside the house, these can be left outside if dry or in the front hall only if wet.

โ™ฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the house.

Wheelchair access โ€“ please follow directions to house reception and call the number on the reception sign for disabled access.

Wheelchairs โ€“ lightweight motorised or manual only. Due to chairlift capacities, we are unable to welcome heavy motorised chairs.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING
We offer free parking on the day but please note spaces are limited and on grass.

โ„น๏ธ ENQUIRIES
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: +44 (0)1767 627 927
๐Ÿ“ง Email: enquiries@shuttleworth.org

๐ŸŽ… Santa's Grotto at Jordans Mill, Broom 2025


Time: 09:00 - 15:00

๐ŸŽ… Visit Santaโ€™s Grotto in the Mill this December 2025 at Jordans Mill, Broom!

๐Ÿ—“ SANTA'S
GROTTO 2025 DATES:
โ–ช๏ธ
December: 14th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, โ–ช๏ธHourly sessions from 9am - 3.00pm.
โ–ช๏ธSEN session 9am - 10am on 14th December.

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into Santaโ€™s enchanting workshop nestled in the heart of the Mill, where magical Christmas memories are made. Begin your festive adventure by meeting Santaโ€™s mischievous elves, who will guide you to a joyful Christmas activity.
 
Let your little ones unleash their creativity with our delightful paper crafts, making their very own festive decorations. Theyโ€™ll even receive a fun festive craft project to make at home, keeping the Christmas spirit alive! Next, gather around as Mrs. Claus captivates everyone with her heart-warming stories and festive songs, spreading the true magic of Christmas. Then, the highlight of your visit - meeting Santa Claus himself! Share your Christmas wishes and tales of kindness and receive a special present from Santa to take home as a cherished memory.
 
Brought to you in association with Masquerades Youth Theatre Group.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKET COST:
โ–ช๏ธ
Child admission 18mth - 4yrs: ยฃ19.95
โ–ช๏ธChild admission 5yrs - 7yrs: ยฃ19.95
โ–ช๏ธChild admission 8yrs - 10yrs: ยฃ19.95
โ–ช๏ธAdult Admission: Free

โ„น๏ธ ENQUIRIES
๐Ÿ“ง Email:
info@jordansmill.com
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01767 603940

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ 12 Joy's of Christmas Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom


Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: ยฃ4.00

โœจ๏ธ Step into the magic of Christmas with a festive family adventure and explore Jordans Mill, 12 Joys of Christmas Trail!

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธ
13th December - 4th January*
โ–ช๏ธ9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

*Please note we are closed on: 15th, 25th, 26th December 2025 & 1st January 2026.

๐ŸŽ EVENT DETAILS
Can you spot all 12 Joys of Christmas around our Gardens, Mill & Shop? Fill in their names on your activity sheet and hand it back in at the end for a prize!

โ„๏ธ Wrap up warm, enjoy the wonderful sights, and make lasting memories together. Donโ€™t forget, the trail continues through Twixmas, making it the perfect way to enjoy those cosy days between Christmas and New Year.

๐Ÿ’ณ PAY ON THE DAY: ยฃ4 per entry
(includes a prize)
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๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ Meet the Scout Elf at McDonaldโ€™s - Milton Keynes


Time: 13:15 - 14:15

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ„ A Scout Elf is visiting a McDonaldโ€™s near you this festive season. Bring your little ones along to meet the happy helper!

On Sunday 14th December between 1.15pm - 2.15pm Santaโ€™s Elf will be visiting McDonaldโ€™s in Milton Keynes.

๐Ÿ“LOCATION
Mcdonalds, Linford Wood, Breckland, Milton Keynes, MK14 6FG