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House Of Fraser, Deansgate
When:Until Friday 23 December, Monday - Saturday, 10.20am - 5.30pm
Santa's Grotto is now open at the store. Enjoy the magical winter wonderland and tell Santa what you want for Christmas.
Confidential readers to this special offer: Receive a FREE photograph with Santa (worth £3) when you buy a ticket for the Grotto. CLICK HERE
Cost: £5 and include a gift – and with this offer – a FREE photograph.
www.houseoffraser.co.uk
MOSI, Museum of Science and Industry
When: Every weekend in December until 23, Plus Monday 19 – Friday 23 December
Say hello to Santa in the special festive grotto. As well as your visit to Santa's grotto you'll get to see the elves' workshop where you can help them make some Christmas decorations and other festive souvenirs. The elves have set up home (temporarily) at MOSI whilst they finalise their preparations for Christmas - don't miss them.
Cost: £5 per person (includes a special gift and a visit to elves' workshop)
www.mosi.org.uk
The Trafford Centre
When: Now – Saturday 31 December
Rocket the Reindeer is back with his brand new 4D film this Christmas. As well as a group meeting with Santa in his Ice Palace Grotto at Barton Square, you will see the brand new award winning 4D film Rocket the Reindeer in Rocket’s Sleigh Adventure. Open to all ages.
Cost: £4.50 per child (including gift), £2.50 per adult, £12 for family ticket (four tickets, one must be an adult)
www.traffordcentre.co.uk
Manchester Arndale
When: Thursday 24 November – Friday 24 December
With over 240 stores under one roof, Santa knows where to pick up all the hottest presents this Christmas. So no wonder he's chosen Manchester Arndale to set up the biggest and best grotto in the city. A magical treat for kids of all ages right in the heart of Manchester it adds festive sparkle to any Christmas shopping trip and each child leaves with a special gift.
Cost: £4.50 per child
www.manchesterarndale.com
Tatton Park Farm
When: Saturday 10, Sunday 11, Saturday 17, Sunday 18 and Saturday 24 December (weekends)
This year Father Christmas will have Prancer and Dancer with him, two adorable reindeer who will be resident at the farm. All the farm animals, including the donkeys, pigs and horses and Tatton’s famous rare breed animals are all on show, while some are the star attractions of the nativity scene. Visit Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special Christmas gift. Children’s rides (small extra charge), face painting and story telling making a great Christmas day out for the family.
Cost: £4.00 per child (including gift), £5.00 per adult.
www.tattonpark.org.uk
Bramhall Hall
When: Thursday 22 December
Santa will be in his magical grotto for one day only. Pay him a visit but also pick up a quiz sheet and see
what you can spot amongst the beautiful Christmas decorations around the Hall. Suitable for ages up to 9 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: £4 per adult, £7 per child includes viewing the house, quiz sheet and a gift from Santa.
Booking Essential
www.bramallhall.org.uk
Hatworks, Stockport
When: Sunday 4 December
Festive family fun, including carol singing, Christmas workshops, face painting and lots more. Children can visit Father Christmas and give him a wish list. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for all ages.
Cost: £3 per adult, £1 per child entry fee, visit Father Christmas £2
www.hatworks.org.uk
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