Re: we want to find a good santas grotto!

mummymvh · Postby **mummymvh** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 4:25 pm

Does anyone know of a good santas grotto to take the little ones to? i really want to avoid west end so that rules out Selfriges, winter wonderland etc; Something more "local" would be great Any recomendations?

Funlovingchildcare · Postby **Funlovingchildcare** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 4:56 pm

Debenhams in Clapham Junction always have a Santa's Grotto where they toys and kid's clothes are. I've been thee a few times and with my boy when he was still really small, and I found it was good. You also avoid the costs of paying for pics and can take them yourself xxx

coldatchristmas · Postby **coldatchristmas** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 7:15 pm

Bockett's farm - not quite on the doorstep but well worth the drive. Have frequented many times.

CAC x

mummymvh · Postby **mummymvh** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 7:57 pm

That's great, many thanks for the ideas - very pleased that Debenhams Clapham Jnctn has a Santa , we'll be off to visit there. On the farm front - the one at Garsons farm Esher is supposed to be very good.

mww2011 · Postby **mww2011** » Mon Nov 14, 2011 8:57 am

Battersea farm - had a brill setup few years ago!! An it's a day at the zoo !!!

BalhamMumWorkingFT · Postby **BalhamMumWorkingFT** » Mon Nov 14, 2011 10:44 am

On December 3rd, Holy Ghost School is having a Christmas fair with Santa... you can take as many pictures as you want and the kids get a little gift. Very sweet way to see him. x

mumoftwo · Postby **mumoftwo** » Mon Nov 14, 2011 11:40 am

Try the Christmas fair at Telferscot Primary School on Sat December 10th! They have a great grotto with Santa and elfs and you can get your photo taken and a gift, and all the proceeds go to a good cause (rather than Debenhams' pocket!). Also all the fun Christmas stalls and activities to enjoy as well.

mummyjen · Postby **mummyjen** » Mon Nov 14, 2011 12:06 pm

Hi

Meet Santa at the Clapham NCT Cheeky Monkey Christmas Party at Broomwood Methodist Church on Saturday 10 December between 2.30-4.30pm. There will be plenty of activities for children including arts & crafts, biscuit decorating and Monkey Music.

See this post for further details http://www.nappyvalleynet.com/viewtopic ... 03&t=14677

Raspberry-Sorbet · Postby **Raspberry-Sorbet** » Mon Nov 14, 2011 12:16 pm

Chessington Garden Centre (just beyond the World of Adventures going south on the A243) Lovely displays, timed slots and much quieter in the week. £8 per child and £2 per adult. Book tickets on line and you can see the displays from the previous years to get an idea.

Whilst you are there -the Aquatic centre is good for a quick look as there are windows cut out of the tanks so the fish are at a small persons height and also exotic creatures for sale that are quite fun to look at.

The cafe is nice as is the children's book section. We normally go in half term / holidays as it is not a obvious kids attraction going to a garden centre so not busy and it's free.

http://www.chessingtongardencentre.co.u ... rland.aspx

SuperSally · Postby **SuperSally** » Mon Nov 14, 2011 11:55 pm

Peter Jones always have a good Santa. You normally get given a time slot, but there is always a queue. It generally moves quite quickly. Kids get given a book and are always very excited to have met Santa in the flesh! It's also a good opportunity to get some Xmas shopping done. You will need to check, but I think he is there at the weekends leading up to Xmas.

Michelle Clinton · Postby **Michelle Clinton** » Tue Nov 15, 2011 9:28 am

Santa will be making an appearance at The Abbeville Village Christmas Fayre 2011!
‘Celebrate the spirit of Christmas on the Abbeville Road’
Thursday 15 December 2011, 4pm-8pm
- Carol singing and musical entertainment
- Santa’s grotto for the children
- Christmas specials, complementary drinks and food
- Kiddies’ cartoons on a big screen
- Best dressed Christmas boys and girls
- Best dressed Christmas dog!!!
http://www.abbeville-village.com

ladyofacertainage · Postby **ladyofacertainage** » Mon Nov 21, 2011 11:22 am

Father Christmas will be wandering around the Church of The Holy Spirit's Christmas Fair on 26th Nov. 12-4pm, Narbonne Avenue SW4

Tas · Postby **Tas** » Wed Nov 23, 2011 7:59 pm

Just to let you know I rang Debenhams about their Santa Grotto in the CJ store as I couldn't see anything on the website. Unfortunately I was advised that they weren't having one this year.

mww2011 · Postby **mww2011** » Mon Nov 28, 2011 9:11 am

I took my niece last year to santas grotto on the south bank - we had to book but as it was off peak it was really quiet. It was around £10 but they got a lovely age appropriate present and a photo. Also great fun for adults as santa told stories about the parents being naughty and nearly not getting presents which the children found hilarious !!! Lasted around half an hour. Merry Christmas.

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