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See Santa and his helpers at Hockerhill this Christmas

Father Christmas will be Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn’s very special guest for the first time this festive season

By contributor Harriet Slinger
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Visitors enjoying the go-kart track at Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn
Visitors enjoying the go-kart track at Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn

The Staffordshire attraction will host Santa and his merry band of elves in a beautifully-designed grotto, bringing some magical Christmas sparkle to young visitors through December.

Tessa Giffard, custodian of Chillington Hall and Estate, said: “We’re so excited to welcome Father Christmas to Hockerhill for the very first time this year. Families can share a wonderful experience and create unforgettable memories whilst enjoying two hours of play in our festive wonderland.” 

Santa and his elves will arrive at Hockerhill on Saturday, November 30 and will be there every weekend in the run-up to Christmas. Ten-minute experiences with the big man are available from 10am-1pm and 2-4pm.  

Some of the inside of Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn
Some of the inside of Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn

Tickets to see Father Christmas are £25 and include two hours of play, a Christmas craft activity, a hot chocolate, and a gift from Santa’s Toy Shop. Friends and family who book together (maximum of five) can enter the grotto at the same time.  

With spacious play areas both indoors and outside, there is bundles of high-energy fun to be had at Hockerhill, which can be found in the beautiful village of Brewood between Birmingham and Stafford. 

The central turret inside the barn allows children to explore a series of bridges, high-level walkways, tunnels, slides and ropes. Wrap up warm and step outside as the adventure continues with zip lines, swings, slides, sand pit and a designated toddler area. 

For budding Lewis Hamiltons, the Hockerhill pedal go-kart track starts outdoors before heading inside on a winding tarmac track, where thrill seekers can channel their inner Formula 1 and set their best lap time. 

Spacious seating and picnic benches provide the perfect place to refuel, with a mouthwatering choice of locally-sourced healthy and indulgent options to suit all tastes. 

To book tickets, check opening times and for more information, visit hockerhill.com.

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