Festive Watch


Santa is parking up his sleigh at Rushden Transport Museum


Santa is calling in at Rushden Transport Museum to spread some Christmas cheer! Go and visit Santa’s parcel offi ce to meet the big man himself and his busy Elves. Visiting times are from 10am-4pm on the 7th & 8th December and the experience includes a child’s present, seasonal crafts and a festive drink and biscuit. A quiet hour for children with sensory needs and their family is also available between 10– 11am. Book your tickets online.


T: 0300 302 3150


W: www.ticketsource.co.uk/ rushden-historical-transport-society


Santa Sleepovers at Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes


Escape to the most magical winter world with unique Santa sleepovers this December at Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes. Stay overnight in cosy, family friendly, themed accommodation and experience the all-inclusive Christmas Theme Park fun! Enjoy the festive rides & attractions and explore the Winter Wonderland on your way to meeting Santa himself, receiving a free gift before he sets off on his journey around the globe! Join in on lots of Christmas activities such as Gully’s Magical Snow Show, Mrs Christmas’ Kitchen and Elf School, as well as seeing unique Christmas shows and characters! Explore the magical Santa Sleepovers online.


W: www.gulliversfun.co.uk It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas


at Swansgate Shopping Centre Hop on board the Swansgate Express on Thursday 17th and Friday 18th December between 3pm - 7pm and take a trip around the centre on the Christmas train! There is fun for grown-ups too, shops will be open until 7pm and the shopping centre will be serving gingerbread, chocolate coins, mince pies and festive shopping cheer, all free of charge! It’s the perfect way to make this Christmas extra magical.


W: www.swansgateshoppingcentre.com MAGICAL WICKSTEED RETURNS!


Wicksteed Park has announced the return of its hugely successful Magical Wicksteed experience during the run-up to Christmas. Jump aboard the festive train to meet Santa’s reindeer and enjoy a story with Mrs Claus before meeting Santa Claus himself. Playground favourites such as the Carousel and Sway Rider will be open, plus reindeer food making and biscuit decorating. There are hot drinks and mince pies for grown-ups and a Christmas gift for children.


The Magical Wicksteed experience lasts around two hours, with start times running from 10am to 4.30pm. There are relaxed sessions available, plus private sessions for schools and nurseries which look after children with additional needs.


W: www.wicksteedpark.org 8 Go to www.primarytimes.co.uk/Northamptonshire for thousands more great days out WINTER ISSUE 2019/20


Experience a unique Victorian Christmas at


Rockingham Castle From Wednesday 27th November to Sunday 1st December visitors will be transported back to Christmas Eve in 1849, to the reign of Queen Victoria, as the Watson family gather for their traditional Christmas celebrations. With the Castle rooms decorated just as it would have been at the time, guests will be entertained by the housekeeper, governess, butler or footman, who will share delightful stories of Victorian family life.


Delicious homemade, locally sourced, Christmas dishes for lunch and dinner will also be available in the Walker’s House Restaurant, ranging from full festive meals to warming bowls of soup, mulled wine and mince pies. The Castle Gift Shop will also be fi lled with a selection of Christmas gifts for friends and family, as well rare and limited-edition decorations for visitors to recreate the feel of a Victorian Christmas in their own home.


Pre-booking online is essential at www.rockinghamcastle.com


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