Things to do in and around Northumberland....Christmas Fun - Part 1!

Here are a few idea's if you are in or around Northumberland in the run up to Christmas....

Santa's Christmas Cracker at Whitehouse Farm Centre
Whitehouse Farm Centre, Morpeth NE61 6AW

 Date: Sat 17th Nov 12 to Mon 24th Dec 12

Santa has arrived at the Farm . Every child who visits Santa will receive a  bag of magic hay & lolly (presents are an optional extra). You can write a letter to Santa, post it and receive your personalised reply from Mrs Claus in her toyshop before you go home. Make a wish with the Christmas Fairy & wander through Santa’s magical Winter Wonderland. ---- Adults £7.99, Children 2 -16 yrs £6.99, under 2yrs Free, Family ticket £26.50

http://www.whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk/ 

Space to Play's Christmas Party-Festive Friday
Unit 15, Stephenson Court, Barrington Industrial Estate, Bedlington  NE22 7DQ
Date: Fri 21st Dec 4pm until 6pm and Monday 24th December 10am until 12noon

2 hours of play...Festive Food Bag...Crafts...Party Games... Treat for grown ups...Meet Santa Claus with prize for all the boys and girls on his 'good' list & Sing-a-long fun
All this for just £10! Tickets MUST be paid for on booking, don't delay!!! Call into the unit or give us a ring to secure your little ones place, 01670 824433 

Polar Express Santa ride!
Weardale railway, Stanhope county durham
Date: Fri 16th Nov 12 to Sun 30th Dec 12pm and 7.30pm departures.

Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, pyjama-clad passengers will relive the magic of the story and see their favourite characters come to life as they are whisked away aboard The Polar Express on a magical round trip to the North Pole. During the journey, the Conductor will punch tickets and Chefs will serve hot chocolate, just like in the film. Passengers will also enjoy a sing song and a special reading of the Van Allsburg classic. At the North Pole, Santa will board the train to greet the children and will be giving a special sleigh bell to all those who believe.Prices start from £20 per adult and £15 per child (ages 2 – 12).

http://www.UKPolarExpressRide.com 

Mother Goose Panto
Warkworth Memorial Hall, Warkworth Northumberland

Date: Thu 13th Dec 12 to Sat 15th Dec 12 -- At 7.30pm & Saturday Matinee 2:30pm

Mother Goose is packed with heroes and villains, booing and cheering and plenty of panto mischief, not to mention one very magical goose. Don't miss out on a great panto. Tickets: £6 adults £4 children...(10% discount for groups of 10 people or more...

http://www.warkworthdrama.org.uk/ 

Woodhorn Christmas Fayre
Woodhorn mining museum, Ashington NE63 9YF
Telephone: 01670 624455
Date: Sunday 2nd December -- 11pm till 4pm

Traditional local and handmade crafts for sale....Stock up before the Christmas rush!! 

Christmas Piggly Market

Mayfield Community Centre, Brownrigg Drive, Cramlington NE23 6TQ 

Date: Saturday 1st December

Its our Christmas sale as Piggly Markets returns to our regular venue for a fantastic sale of nearly new baby & childrens toys, clothes, books and equipment. Sellers tables are £12 in advance. Please email or call to book a table. FREE ADMISSION for buyers! Local car parking and festive refreshments available to buy.
pigglymarkets@hotmail.co.uk
http://www.pigglymarkets.com