"Holiday's are comin'!" Perhaps it's the long white beard, or snuggly red velvet suit, or simply because he gives out presents; whatever the reason - we can't get enough of Father Christmas! The evenings are drawing in and we're counting down the days until we see his presents under the tree; with all his gift-giving and time-travel, it's a miracle he's able to make it to town at all!

Stroud Rocks has on good authority (from the elves) where 'Santa Claus', 'Saint Nick', or 'Papa Crimbo' will be stopping for 'elfies' and deliveries in town this year. "He's making a list, he's checking it twice" and he's found out that Stroud children are on his nice list this year! So, if you still haven’t got your list of present requests in, now you can! You can find some of Santa's pre-Christmas appearances below. And for our full list of events, hit the Christmas Events in Stroud button on our home page.

Where is Santa is stopping in the run up to the big day for your Christmas calendar scheduling pleasure? Letters at the ready!

Breakfast with Santa at Slimbridge
Come along and see Santa in his magical grotto and receive a special gift from the man himself. Then head to our festive Kingfisher Kitchen and enjoy a delicious full English breakfast.
Afterwards, wrap up warm and make enchanted memories as you soak up our seasonal wildlife and enjoy an adventure-packed day in our winter wonder-wetlands.
We’ll have festive activities throughout the day so yule have lots to enjoy after seeing our special guest, from Christmas crafts to posting a letter to the North Pole in our Slimbridge post office.
Santa and his swans are on their way and he would love to see you there!

When: Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 & Saturday 21 - Monday 23 December
Time slots: 10am, 10.30am, 11am, 11.45am, 12.15pm, 1.45pm, 2.15pm
Where: WWT Slimbridge, Bowditch, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT
Cost:
Adult: £16.50* – Includes a full English Breakfast
Child: £12.50* - Includes a visit to Santa's Grotto and a gift (for participating child). Includes a full English Breakfast.
Under 4years: £7* - Includes a visit to Santa's Grotto and a gift (for participating child). Includes a full English Breakfast.
Junior Ticket: (no Santa visit): £9.50 - Includes a Full English Breakfast.
 Child under 4 Ticket: FREE - If you do not wish for a child under 4 years to receive a gift you can select the free under 4s ticket. Toast, beans and orange juice can be purchased from the restaurant for an additional £3.
 
*Please note that you will still need to purchase an admission ticket as well.

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Santa Cruises

Santa Cruises on the canal are back! This December Cotswold Canals Trust are bringing back our much loved boat trips with Santa this year at Wallbridge Lock in Stroud on our trip boat Perseverance. Santa will be visiting us during weekends through December for 20-25 minute boat trips.
Please arrive promptly for your allocated departure time. We cannot guarantee to accommodate late arrivals.
When: Saturday 14th December
Time: 20minutes sessions between 10.30am - 3pm
Where: Wallbridge Upper Lock
Cost: 
Child - £10
Adults - £7

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Breakfast with Father Christmas at The Falcon, Painswick

 This enchanting event is perfect for children and families to enjoy a memorable morning in the company of Father Christmas himself. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as Father Christmas meets and greets everyone whilst you enjoy a sit down breakfast for all the family. And then gather around for a special story time session.
Each child will receive a present from Father Christmas, and don’t forget to capture the joy with photo opportunities available throughout the event. It’s a delightful way to kick off the festive season!

When: Saturday 14th December
Time: 8.30am - 11.30am (Father Christmas will visit at 9.30am).
Where: The Falcon, Painswick
Cost:
Child's ticket - £10 each (includes breakfast and meeting with Father Christmas)
Adult's ticket - £15 each (includes adult breakfast, tea/coffee)

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Santa Claus is coming to … The Hog at Horsley 

Straight from the North Pole, the big man himself is dropping into The Hog to meet all the little legends of the village!
Come and meet Father Christmas before he heads off to pack up his sleigh for the big day. 

When: Tuesday 24th December
Time: 3pm - 4pm
Where: The Hog at Horsley
Cost: Free to meet Father Christmas - Just contact the pub to book your place 

Click here to find out more and contact The Hog at Horsley 

Christmas events in and around Stroud

Click the link below to find out what's happening over the Christmas season in and around Stroud. From local markets to Christmas Day Santa runs - It's all here on Stroud Rocks