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Santa's Grotto Workshop
Santa and his team of Elves are heading back to The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead with Santa’s Grotto Workshop!
Step into the magic of ‘Santa’s Grotto Workshop’! Meet the Chief Toy Elf and create your own wooden jigsaw at the Elves Work Bench. Help test their new toys, enjoy a visit to Santa, and receive a bag of chocolate gold coins! Plus, don’t miss your chance to enter the ‘Draw Your Favourite Toy Competition’ for a shot at a £100 prize bundle from retailers at The Marlowes. Join the festive fun!
Located opposite the Christmas Shop by the main north entrance to The Marlowes, in the old Ping Pong Parlour.
Please note that Santa's Grotto Workshop is a FREE event however, this year The Marlowes are pleased to partner with The Alzheimer's Society. For those that are able a suggested £5 donation is greatly appreciated!
The full experience, including your visit with Santa, will last around 25 minutes.
*The Grotto also offers quiet sessions between 10 am and 11 am on Sunday 1st, 8th, and 15th December. If you would like to book please click here.
BOOK NOW
Please note limited walk-in spaces are available on a first-come first-served basis.
Please book one ticket per child and adults do not need to book a space for themselves!
The Marlowes hope to see you there!
Step into the magic of ‘Santa’s Grotto Workshop’! Meet the Chief Toy Elf and create your own wooden jigsaw at the Elves Work Bench. Help test their new toys, enjoy a visit to Santa, and receive a bag of chocolate gold coins! Plus, don’t miss your chance to enter the ‘Draw Your Favourite Toy Competition’ for a shot at a £100 prize bundle from retailers at The Marlowes. Join the festive fun!
Located opposite the Christmas Shop by the main north entrance to The Marlowes, in the old Ping Pong Parlour.
Please note that Santa's Grotto Workshop is a FREE event however, this year The Marlowes are pleased to partner with The Alzheimer's Society. For those that are able a suggested £5 donation is greatly appreciated!
The full experience, including your visit with Santa, will last around 25 minutes.
*The Grotto also offers quiet sessions between 10 am and 11 am on Sunday 1st, 8th, and 15th December. If you would like to book please click here.
BOOK NOW
Please note limited walk-in spaces are available on a first-come first-served basis.
Please book one ticket per child and adults do not need to book a space for themselves!
The Marlowes hope to see you there!
Sat 16 Nov to Tuesday 24 Dec 24
Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP1 1DX
‘Santa’s Grotto Workshop’ Opening Times:Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th November – 11 am to 4 pm
Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th November – 11 am to 4 pm
Saturday 30th November & Sunday 1st December – 11 am to 4 pm
Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th December – 11 am to 4 pm
Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th December – 11 am to 4 pm
Saturday 21st - Monday 23rd December – 11 am to 4 pm
Tuesday 24th December – 11 am to 3 pm
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