2013-10-22

The countdown to Christmas is nearly here & this special time of year offers the chance to build wonderful memories for your children – plan early & enjoy some of the best festive days out on offer around the UK…

 

The Polar Express Train Ride



Inspired by the run-away hit movie & the award winning book, this very special train ride from the USA returns to the UK in 2013. Join the magical ride at Weardale Railway or Dartmoor Railway make it your new annual Christmas family tradition. The Polar Express train makes a mystical round-trip journey to the North Pole, where the characters of the story come to life; with the conductor punching away at the golden tickets, chefs dancing & delivering hot chocolate & cookies, & the doubting hobo wandering through the train. The story is read aloud & the music from the movie plays for all the children to sing along. At the North Pole, Santa awaits the children amongst the sparkling lights of his little city & climbs aboard to give the classic silver bell to all the believing boys & girls

Lapland UK



Imagine the excitement on your child’s face when Father Christmas invites them personally to come & help in his Toy Factory this Christmas!  This Christmas treat your family to one of the most magical Father Christmas experiences in the UK at LaplandUK, an authentic award winning immersive theatrical production which magically transports your child to Father Christmas’ arctic homeland for a personalised daytrip they will cherish forever.  You must book your family visit in advance & provide details about each child, which allows Father Christmas to deliver a believable & personalised meeting – pure Christmas magic!

Visit Father Christmas in Harrods



 Take a visit to London to one of the many department stores that feature Santa’s Grottos – some do need to be prebooked so check in advance – a favourite here at Mojomums is Harrods.  Wherever you chose, kids & adults alike will love wandering around the vast Christmas departments; twinkling lights & decorations galore, sweets & mouth-watering chocolates to nibble, & the chance to meet the old man himself, Father Christmas!

Kew Gardens – Christmas After Dark, the Illuminated Trail

Before you start the illuminated trail, begin your adventure at the Christmas village where there’s something fun for all the family from Santa to festive nibbles, Christmas shopping & nightly live Christmas carols.  Take the kids to Santa’s Woodland Grotto before popping along for a spin on the Victorian carousel & family rides.  Then follow an illuminated trail as it winds its way through an enchanting winter landscape, taking you off the beaten track to hidden parts of the Gardens.  Afterwards warm yourself with a mug of mulled wine & some tasty iced cinnamon stars

Hyde Park - Winter Wonderland

This year promises even more thrills, spectacle & Christmas magic at Hyde Park!  Winter Wonderland is free to enter, so you can wander through the park, soaking up the festive atmosphere & enjoy all the free entertainment on offer. However, if you want to go Ice Skating, visit The Magical Ice Kingdom, take a ride in the Giant Observation Wheel or see a show at Zippos Circus you will need to buy tickets. These attractions sell very quickly so advance booking is highly recommended!  At Winter Wonderland there’s something for everyone, whether you want to make your child’s dream come true at Santa Land, brave the exciting thrill rides, or just warm up on a mulled wine & join in the fun in the lively Bavarian Village

Days Out With Thomas – & Meet Santa too

If you have an avid Thomas the Tank Engine fan in your household, why not combine the two & visit Thomas & Santa at the same time!  Didcot Railway in Oxfordshire & East Anglian Railway Museum in Essex are both host to Thomas the Tank Engine & his Friends in the run-up to Christmas, offering unlimited rides, meeting Santa & of course, the Fat Controller will be welcoming you!  Your family can join him for storytelling time & interactive re-enactments with Thomas & other characters throughout the day

Lantern Magic at Chester Zoo

Experience an unforgettable night time journey through the zoo – you’ll try lantern making, meet friendly festive characters, sample deliciously tasty treats & can add your Christmas wish to the Giant Wishing Tree.  Then turn the corner & outside the zoo’s magnificent manor house you’ll see beautiful animal lanterns – magical!  With the nocturnal sounds of the zoo, a little bit of festive cheer & a visit from Santa will ensure that your family enjoy a Christmas treat that they won’t forget!

The Snowman – at the Peacock Theatre London

Now in its 16th year, this production of The Snowman never fails to instill a sense of joy & festive spirit in its audience.  Based on the book by Raymond Briggs, The Snowman is the story of a young boy whose snowman comes to life on Christmas Eve. Together they set off on a magical adventure, on which they encounter dancing penguins, reindeer & even Father Christmas. After escaping the icy clutches of the evil Jack Frost, they finally arrive back home – just in time for Christmas morning.  This enduringly popular show is the perfect festive treat for all the family

Disney’s Frozen

Take the kids to the cinema to see Walt Disney Animation Studios “Frozen,” a stunning big-screen comedy adventure.  Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey – teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff & his loyal reindeer Sven, to find her sister Elsa whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls & a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna & Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom – this promises to be a great wintery film for all the family!

Christmas at Longleat

Board the Santa Special Train at Longleat Central bound for the enchanted snow-covered woods. Ho! Ho! Ho! Father Christmas is waiting in his log cabin to welcome every child with a special present. Experience the thrill & fun of outdoor real ice skating in the festive winter wonderland! Grab your woolly hat, wrap up in a cosy scarf & glide round the shimmering ice rink.  Join family & friends for skating every afternoon or after dark against the spectacularly floodlit backdrop of Longleat House. You can visit many of your favourite Longleat attractions too - go on a Safari Drive Adventure, get up close to the animals in Jungle Kingdom & so much more!

 

 

 
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