Tue. Nov 19th, 2024

Meet Santa with his reindeer – including baby Rudolph – and take a husky sleigh ride

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WWT London Wetland Centre Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December

Get into the festive mood at WWT London Wetland Centre’s wonderful winter weekend! Children will be thrilled to hop aboard for a husky sleigh ride, visit Santa in his magical grotto and meet the reindeer, including baby Rudolph.

Head over to our northern pine forest; Father Christmas will be ready to welcome families in his cosy grotto among the trees. You can also meet the family of reindeer, including a six month old baby, and discover more about these delightful animals from the North.

Take a sleigh ride with the huggable huskies: they’re lovely to look at but also working animals, so younger children can experience the excitement of a husky sleigh ride. Or perhaps you’d like a family photo taken with one of these cuddly dogs as a special seasonal souvenir?

If you want to hear icy tales of adventure join our Polar Explorer, Anthony Arctic for some Frantic Antarctic Antics at his Base Camp. Show tickets are £2 per child (cash only, just turn up. Adults free); shows at 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm and 3.00pm.

Here at Britain’s favourite nature reserve you can enjoy the Christmas celebrations among beautiful surroundings. Take a stroll among the lakes, meadows and ponds of this wonderful winter oasis and then relax over Christmas lunch in our Water’s Edge Cafe.

Plus, on Sunday only Fullers Shire Horse dray rides from 12.00-3pm. See these magnificent animals in action and hop aboard for a ride.

By enjoying a festive weekend with us you’re also contributing towards our vital conservation work in the UK and around the world.

  • Normal admission prices to WWT London Wetland Centre apply
  • Visit to Santa is £5 per child (cash only) including goody bag
  • Santa tickets cannot be pre-booked; just turn up but please bear in mind the queue can be lengthy
  • In the event of rain the Father Christmas queue will be moved indoors
  • Husky sleigh rides are free with admission (children 8 or younger, with weight restrictions)
  • There is no charge to see the reindeer (11am to 4pm)
  • Anthony Arctic’s Frantic Antarctic Antics tickets are £2 per child (cash only, just turn up. Adults free); shows at 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm and 3.00pm.

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By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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