Festive Watch


Journey through an enchanting Christmas Woodland


Visit Blakemere Village this Christmas for an unforgettable journey through the Cheshire woodland to fi nd Father Christmas, his festive forest friends and the captivating Snow Princess and her Unicorn. And new for this year: build-a-cuddly-toy experience with Mrs. Claus, yours to take home and treasure! This enchanting 3-hour family event runs every weekend from 30th November – 23rd December. Tickets are priced at £30 per person plus booking fee (under 3s £10) and includes gifts from Father Christmas for children and adults, festive photo opportunities, Mrs Claus’ activity, unlimited festive skating plus magic wand whittling.


W: www.christmaswoodland.co.uk


Take part in the Nutcracker Trail and you could win an amazing prize!


Can you fi nd the 10 Nutcracker Kings who have appeared all over Southport?


According to German folklore, traditional Christmas nutcrackers were given as keepsakes to bring good luck to the family. This magical story is a beautiful part of Christmas and these 6 foot statues will be bringing their charm to Southport.


Explore Southport this Christmas and hunt for each statue. Complete the trail and fi nd the names of all ten Nutcrackers and you can be in with a chance of winning an iPad mini! Look out too for the real life nutcrackers appearing in Southport Saturdays in December. The trail runs from the 20th November to 2nd January.


W: www.southportbid.com


May your days be merry and bright at Tate Liverpool


Spend your Christmas holidays at Tate Liverpool! Discover their dazzling display of optical artworks by artists such as Bridget Riley and an amazing colourful fl oor that you can interact with. If that inspires you to get creative, visit the free Make and Create station in the exhibition space to play with patterns and colour. Visit the fantastic family room or take a free rocket backpack around the galleries. There’s a buggy park, Changing Places toilet and baby changing facilities. Plus, kids eat free in the Tate Liverpool café (T’s & C’s apply).


W: www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-liverpool


Santa Sleepovers at Gulliver’s World, Warrington


Escape to the most magical winter world with unique Santa sleepovers this December at Gulliver’s World, Warrington. Stay overnight in their cosy, family friendly, themed Hotel and Lodgings. 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 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!


W: www.gulliversfun.co.uk


Want to meet Santa? Head to his magical grotto at Wayfarers Shopping Arcade


Santa is waiting to meet lots of little people in his own special grotto at Wayfarers Shopping Arcade this Christmas. You can even join Santa for a tasty breakfast on the 14th December! Stunning, glittering decorations set the scene so everyone can enjoy their visit to this exclusive Victorian Arcade. There is nowhere better to shop and feel the festive spirit – see their website for details.


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


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