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THE GROTTO AT RUXLEY MANOR
Ruxley Manor, Sidcup Saturday 7 November- Thursday 24 December ruxley-manor. co. uk
Father Christmas is heading to Ruxley Manor for his annual Christmas Grotto experience, bringing plenty of festive magic along with him. The adventure begins with the mischievous elves, where children can make magical reindeer food before meeting Mother Christmas and getting creative as they build their very own Polar Bear Navigator. Then it’ s time to enter Father Christmas’ s magical grotto( early booking is highly recommended), where families can enjoy a special moment together and capture the occasion with a festive photo. However, the magic doesn’ t stop there. A Golden Ticket grants entry to Father Christmas’ s workshop, where children can choose a special gift to take home and treasure.
FOLKESTONE FESTIVE MARKETPLACE
Folkestone Harbour Arm, Folkestone Saturday 14 November- Thursday 24 December folkestoneharbourarm. co. uk
A magical festive oasis, Folkestone’ s The Goods Yard and Marketplace will once again be transformed into a winter wonderland. Visitors can discover a collection of independent market huts filled with handcrafted gifts, artwork, homemade bakes and plenty of festive treats. At the heart of it all stands an iconic Christmas tree, decked out with gleaming baubles and twinkling lights, creating a wonderfully festive atmosphere in one of Kent’ s most popular seaside.
A NUTCRACKER’ S CHRISTMAS AT HEVER CASTLE
Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge Friday 20 November- Saturday 2 January hevercastle. co. uk
This Christmas, Hever Castle invites visitors to step into a world of festive enchantment as its historic castle and grounds are transformed by A Nutcracker’ s Christmas. Inspired by one of the world’ s best-loved Christmas stories, families can follow an immersive trail through the landscaped gardens, meet much-loved Nutcracker characters, explore beautifully decorated castle interiors and discover dazzling evening illuminations that bring the magic of the season to life.
ELFWOOD AT PORT LYMPNE ILLUMINATED
Port Lympne, Lympne Friday 27 November- Saturday 2 January aspinallfoundation. org
Fancy an overnight stay this Christmas? A festive adventure that continues long after dark, Elfwood is the newest addition to Port Lympne Illuminated. The festive elves have worked their magic around Pinewood, transforming it into a twinkling winter wonderland, with lights illuminating the trees and elves hiding among the treetops. Even the cosy timber glamping pods have been transformed into an enchanting festive village, where you will spend the night next to the iconic lion enclosure. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to Port Lympne during the day before experiencing the dazzling Illuminated light trail after sunset. destinations.
THE GROTTO RUXLEY MANOR
ROCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKET ELFWOOD AT PORT LYMPNE
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