EYFS, KS1, KS2, Learning Activities

Visit to Father Christmas

Activity Cost:

£5 per child. Entrance costs also apply.

Duration:

30-45 minutes, depending on the number of children.

Group size:

Whole class (30 students)

Father Christmas will be visiting Beamish Museum this year.

Bring your class for a magical trip to his cosy Grotto at Rowley Station Goods Yard in The 1900s Town. Children will visit in small groups and everyone will have the chance to tell him what is at the top of their wish list. Before saying goodbye, Father Christmas will give everyone a present to take home.

Activity Resources

Book your Learning Activity

To book and to find out more: Fill out this form, email bookings@beamish.org.uk or phone 0191 370 4026.

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