Here's where you can see Santa and all the other Christmas events still taking place this year in Mansfield and beyond
From Frozen Princesses to virtual Santa’s Grottos – the Christmas spirit will endure at some of these venues in Mansfield and beyond.
By Jessica Dallison
Published 3rd Dec 2020, 12:30 BST
Christmas plans this year are going to be very different – as if this year hasn’t been the ultimate test of character already – many events have been cancelled with the inclusion of smaller Christmas celebrations being imposed on families around the country.
However, not all is lost. There are a few Christmas events scheduled to go ahead as planned. If you are planning on visiting any of these events, please be sure to keep checking associated websites for further information in accordance with government guidelines.
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From December 12 there will be a festive hunt around the nature trail, where children will need to solve a Christmas riddle in order to receive a treat. There is also have a special Christmas takeaway menu from the café including turkey paninis, gingerbread hot chocolates and not forgetting the mince pies. Then from December 19 to 22, Santa will be visiting. He will be in his outdoor grotto enjoying a hot chocolate and will be there on the hour every hour from 11am to 2pm for socially distanced selfies. All tickets must be booked in advance. (Bostonpark.com) Photo: Pixabay
The curtain may be temporarily down on the stage, but if you hop online you can enjoy Sammy and the Beanstalk between December 19 and January 3. A spokesman said: "It's a new contemporary Christmas story from Opera Up Close for families with children aged seven years and over." (castindoncaster.com/whats-on/sammy-and-the-beanstalk-live-stream) Photo: Finnbarr Webster
Doncaster performer Sophie Wright has started up an ‘Elf to your door service’ this festive period to make sure children still get the Christmas magic this year. Sophie will be hosting Christmas themed shows online via Zoom as well as her in person elf visits. To book Sophie you can email [email protected] or call 07969513879. Photo: mermaidparties
A drive-in cinema run by a Sheffield events company is returning for Christmas at Gulliver’s Valley theme park. Films include Home Alone, Elf and Love Actually. (www.thevillagescreen.com/whats-on) Photo: The Village Green Events Company