5 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 4 WHAT’S ON Raring2go! raring2go.co.uk WHAT’S ON AND WHERE TO GO! 26th November Farnborough Frost Fair Farnborough Frost Fair is the biggest free family Christmas event in the borough and includes over 50 stalls in the twinkling festive Christmas market, a full programme of live music, donkeys, free family craft activities, circus skills, face painting, a small fun fair and lots more. 26th November - 2nd January A Winter’s Tail at Chessington Meet Father Christmas, visit Mrs Christmas’ magical kitchen and watch The Wild Christmas Panto as well as 10 festive rides in this year’s Winter’s Tail at Chessington. Various Dates in December Basingstoke Canal Santa Cruises Climb aboard our boat Rosebud and take a gentle cruise to the start of the tinsel trail in the woods. Little ones lead the way and follow the trail to find Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special gift! Cruise back to the Centre and head into Santa’s Workshop for Christmas colouring activities, warm drinks & mince pies for all. 1st December The Yateley Yule Christmas Fayre Opening the Fayre for on Saturday 1st December at 1pm will be the cast of Fleet’s pantomime, Cinderella. Younger ones can visit the big man himself in the Santa’s Grotto and display their creative flair, making reindeer food, decorating baubles and even writing and posting their letter to Santa. Browse the Christmas Market for a unique shopping experience and those hungry tummies and feast on a delicious jacket potato from the food stall or enjoy a glass of mulled wine. 3rd December – 2nd January Family Christmas Trail – Polsden Lacey Little ones will wander wide-eyed as they head outside to discover the 12 Days of Christmas family trail, with active challenges and games designed to exercise those Christmas high spirits. Indoors, explore the house to take part in a storybook trail and enjoy flurries of snow in the courtyard. 3rd - 23rd December A Celebration of Christmas - Paultons Park One of the best Christmas events in Hampshire for younger kids is a visit to Paultons Park. Little children will love seeing Peppa Pig World decorated for Christmas. Then they can enjoy a selection of rides, meet Frosty the Snowman, hear the Musical Christmas Tree and watch Santa’s Christmas Wish Show. 3rd - 24th December Cosmic Christmas at Winchester Science Centre Ready, steady, get set for a brand new 45-minute live-action immersive performance in the Planetarium theatre at Winchester Science Centre. Join in with Santa and Aster, the intergalactic planetary elf, as the story of their first mission to space is brought to life through immersive experiences, live science and an outof-this-world journey through space. 3rd December Christmas Laser Light Show - Wildmoor Heath School, Crowthorne A Christmas evening, with Santa, craft stalls, live performance from our singer, the promise of snow with our snow machine, ending with a spectacular laser light show. 4th, 11th & 18th December Storytelling & Father Christmas at Watts Gallery Gather around with your family in George and Mary’s home to meet our Victorian Father Christmas. Listen in to him sharing a magical story and join in for a festive sing-along. The, cosy up in our Dreams and Stories exhibition to listen to a colourful story, bringing one of the paintings to life. 7th December - 2nd January Palace of Light - Hampton Court Palace This Christmas, you’re invited on an enchanting festive lantern and light experience at Hampton Court Palace. Encounter curious creatures, from glittering unicorns to polka-dot panthers and from lurking lions to galloping greyhounds, as you wander through the atmospheric gardens and historic palace courtyards after dark. 7th December It Was The Night Before Christmas - Mill Studio, Guildford A family stay at Granny’s chocolate-box cottage for Christmas. The children soon discover everything that is exciting about this time of year with festive interaction, an imaginative re-telling of the classic tale and they might even sneak-a-peak at the jolly chap who will visit with presents if they’re all good boys and girls! A wonderfully high-spirited spin on an old favourite for 0-5yr olds 16th November - 8th January Christmas at Kew One of the most popular Christmas events in Surrey for families is the magical light trail at Kew. Enjoy the annual after-dark festivities with family and friends, as you discover sparkling tunnels of light, dancing lakeside reflections, and trees drenched in jewel-like colour. Journey through the mesmerising flickering flames in the fire garden, spot larger-than-life illuminations and say hello to Father Christmas along the way. 17th November - 8th January Glow - Wisley The popular Glow event returns to Wisley for 2022 and promises to be bigger and better than ever before. Wander the enchanted illuminated route and get that festive feeling as you discover ‘wow’ moments such as the glittering Wisteria Walk, fire candles, fountain displays, and spectacular colourful reflections in the Rock Garden. There will be tasty treats to enjoy along the way and festive shopping opportunities too. Tickets are limited and must be booked online in advance. 17th November- 8th January Ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace One of the best Christmas events in Surrey for families is ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace. Visit the ice rink after a day at the palace or just pop down for a quick spin. The ice-rink has a backdrop of Henry Vlll’s historic Thames-side Tudor palace, which is lit in an assortment of colours as dusk arrives. 19th November - 8th January Painshill’s Festive Hero Trail Join Painshill this Christmas for a statue trail in their stunning landscape full of some very SUPER surprise! Massive presents have been scattered around the gardens and inside the presents are some larger-than-life characters you might just recognise. Go in search for Superman, watch out for Wonder Woman, hunt for Hulk and see if you can spot Spiderman. Find all the presents and become a hero this winter season. Explore the gardens of Painshill and the magical Crystal Grotto while you visit. 24th November – 18th December Christmas Trees at Alice Holt Alice Holt Christmas Trees will be open once again this year from Thursday 24th November until Sunday 18th December 7 days a week from 9am until 5pm. Pop along to see our wide selection of Christmas Trees and all the festive trimmings to make it a Real Christmas. 26th November- 2nd January A Winter Wander with The Snowman™ and The Snowdog at Queen Elizabeth Country Park Ready to be enchanted? Join The Snowman™ and The Snowdog on a festive winter wander around some of Hampshire’s most spectacular country parks. Make your way around Queen Elizabeth Country Park, completing themed activities as you go. Inspired by the hit sequel to Raymond Briggs’ much-loved classic, this wintry adventure is suitable for children aged 3 and upwards. There’ll even be free showings of the animated short onsite for trail customers to enjoy. Trail packs cost £7 and include an activity booklet, crayon, a voucher for little ones to enjoy a free babyccino and a special The Snowman™ and The Snowdog gift. 26th November – 30th December The Christmas Illuminated Garden Adventure, West Green House Bookings are now open for the extraordinary light spectacular at West Green House. A tenacre wonderland of gigantic shimmering flowers, glowing fairies, and a forest of illuminated field flowers. An outdoor event with a trail of a mile in length. westgreenhouse.co.uk 26th November- 2nd January Walking with the Snowman™ at Winkworth Arboretum The Snowman is coming to Winkworth Arboretum this Christmas, with 12 beautifully decorated The Snowman sculptures to discover. Soak up the magic of Christmas, with a twinkling carousel ride, warming mugs of hot chocolate and traditional winter fair games.
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