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Heaton Park's Christmas Celebration Weekend

North Manchester
Saturday, 6th & Sunday 7th December 12-4pm

A great family day out - free entry to the Farm Centre.

Santa's Grotto, Winter Walks, Tours of Heaton Hall, Gift Stalls,  Hot Chestnuts, Arts & Crafts, Donkey Rides, Christmas Tree & Wreaths for sale and much more.  On Sunday only, watch Santa arrive by horse drawn carriage to the park at 12 noon.

For further information visit www.heatonpark.org.uk

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Halton Borough Council - Christmas Events in December

Tues 2nd ‘STUMBLE,THE CLUMSY REINDEER’ 10.30am & 1.30pm
Bring the children to THE BRINDLEY STUDIO to hear about the exploits of Stumble, who has just graduated from Sledge School. Ages 3-8 will be enchanted by the songs and colourful sets. Tickets are £5.

Tel 0151 907 8360.

Fri 5th 3pm - 8pm,
Sat 6th 10am - 8pm,
Sun 7th 12noon to 4pm

CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL ST JOHN’S CHURCH, WESTON VILLAGE, welcomes you to their festival where you will see many beautifully decorated Christmas trees. See the unique Nativity scene and visit Father Christmas in his grotto. Entrance is by £1 programme or donation to the church. £2 admission for grotto includes a present.

Sat 6th RUNCORN TOWN HALL OPEN DAY 10am - 4pm
The doors of Runcorn Town Hall are thrown open for the chance to wander throughout this impressive building and join in its Christmas celebrations. Father Christmas will be in his grotto and you will be serenaded by local choirs, whilst you enjoy festive refreshments at this free event.

Sun 7th CHRISTMAS CRAFTS AT WIGG ISLAND 1pm-3pm
Get creative using natural materials to create a wildlife Christmas wreath to take home.

Tel: Bill on 07825 523731.

Sun 7th NORTON PRIORY CAROL SERVICE 4pm - 6pm
This popular annual event is held in the atmospheric medieval Undercroft.

Booking essential so please ring on 01928 569895.

Sun 7th CAROLS IN THE PARK 5pm-7pm
Wrap up warm and make your way to RUNCORN HILL BANDSTAND to hear FRODSHAM SILVER BAND play your Christmas favourites.

Tel: Anne on 01928 560793.

Sun 7th & Sun 14th MINIATURE RAILWAY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 1.30pm - 4pm
This special trip around TOWN PARK, Runcorn costs £2 and includes a seasonal present and a mince pie from Father Christmas!

Contact John Doyle on 01928 701965.

Tues 9th - Sat 13th SCROOGE THE MUSICAL 7.30pm & also 2pm Sat
Centenary Theatre Company presents this seasonal treat for all the family, a musical reworking of ‘A Christmas Carol’.

Tickets are £12, Conc £10.

Tel: 0151 907 8360.

Sat 13th REINDEERS IN RUNCORN TOWN CENTRE 10.30am (See article on page 3)

Tel: Paul Smith on 01928 516119.

Sat 13th SCIENCE CLUB AT CATALYST 11am-1pm If you are between 11 and 14, join the Catalyst Team creating Chemistry Christmas presents. Have seasonal, scientific fun making sweets, decorations and gifts for all the family.

Places must be booked on 0151 420 1121.

Sun 14th CHRISTMAS FAMILY WALK IN VICTORIA PARK 10.30am
Join in the family trail around the park, looking for Christmas clues. Make some Christmas crafts then meet Father Christmas!

Booking essential so contact Michelle on 0151 413 6147.

Sun 14th CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT 4pm - 6pm
VICTORIA PARK BANDSTAND is the venue for FRODSHAM SILVER BAND, supported by the CHURCHES OF HALTON, to get you into the holiday mood with your favourite carols.

Tel: Michelle on 0151 423 6147.

Tues 16th - Fri 19th ARCHIVES AND AFTERNOON TEA AT CATALYST 1pm - 3.30pm

Tel 0151 420 1121 (See article on page 2).

Sat 20th WHERE’S SANTA? 1pm - 3pm Is he at SPIKE ISLAND?
Help Santa hunt down the lost presents. Everyone wins their own lucky dip prize!

Tel: Ste on 0151 420 3707.

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