14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Festive Family Fun / Where’s Santa? November Festive Family Fun / Where’s Santa? Saturday 11th Nov – Sunday 21st Jan Polka Theatre The Snow Queen Gerda is on the magical quest of a lifetime. Her best friend Kai has disappeared with the mysterious Snow Queen, and if Gerda doesn’t rescue him soon, he’ll be trapped in an endless winter forever. Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale is brought to life with songs, spectacular storytelling and a flurry of mythical magic. Enter a wintry wonderland of imagination for the whole family at Polka this Christmas. polkatheatre.com Thursday 16th Nov - Tuesday 2nd Jan Festive Fun in Kingston upon Thames A range of family activities and festive entertainment, including Christmas lights, Christmas Market, and a ski-themed Alpine Village, with four curling lanes perfect for competing with friends and family over a festive drink. Younger children will adore the train ride in Memorial Square and the vintage carousel – it’s the ideal festive day out for the whole family. For more information and to book curling and festive events, visit kingstonuponthames.info/christmas. Thursday 16th Nov - Tuesday 2nd Jan Windsor Great Park Illuminated Ready, Set, Dazzle! Enjoy a magical evening as this very special light trail returns to light up the festive season, more dazzling than ever with a generous sprinkling of new installations and the return of some firm favourites. windsorilluminated.com/ Friday 17th November – Sunday 7th Jan Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink Spectacular skating in Henry VIII’s historic home. Bundle up in warm layers and immerse yourself in the magnificent views of this beautiful Tudor palace while gracefully gliding around our stunning outdoor rink. hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk Saturday 18th Nov – Sunday 24th Dec Chessington Garden Centre Santa’s Christmas Wonderland To begin the festive experience, you will start by watching a short, animated film to get you into the Christmas spirit, and from here your journey will begin. Each room features a different theme to take you through an adventure of magic and wonder. You’ll be lucky enough to privately visit Father Christmas in his own cosy cabin, where himself and his very own group of elves will be checking your name twice on the gift list. www.chessingtongardencentre.co.uk/ Saturday 18th Nov – Saturday 30th Dec Peacock Theatre The Snowman The winter family favourite is the timeless tale of a boy and a snowman who comes to life. Back for it’s 26th year, The Snowman is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson. peacocktheatre.com/ Saturday 18th Nov – Monday 1st Jan Hever Castle and Gardens Christmas at Hever Immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit at Hever and enjoy a seasonal experience to remember. Wrap up warm and enjoy a walk under the stars at the Magical Christmas Lights experience. Witness the enchantment of the Castle, gardens and lake festooned with fabulous colours and twinkling lights, capturing the spirit of Christmas. hevercastle.co.uk Saturday 18th Nov – Sunday 7th January Painshill Alice in Wonderland Trail Help the white rabbit find Alice at Painshill’s Alice in Wonderland Trail this winter. Follow the trail around the landscape and meet some familiar characters along the way. painshill.co.uk
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