All Aboard Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies’ York Store!

Get ready for a magical Christmas experience in York, as the much-loved Santa’s Grotto returns to Dobbies Garden Centre with a brand-new look this festive season. From late November through December, children and families can enjoy a festive adventure at the new Little Seedlings train-themed Grotto, where Santa will be waiting to spread Christmas cheer.

Beginning with a warm welcome from the elves at Sleighbell Station, children will embark on a journey through snowy scenes, spot woodland characters, and search for hidden nutcrackers, all leading to the magical moment where they meet Santa himself. Families can capture this special memory with a photograph, making it an experience to treasure for years to come.

Credit: Stewart Attwood Photography

Dobbies is also offering a sensory-friendly Quiet Grotto at the York store on Friday, 6th December, specially designed for children with additional needs. The environment will be carefully adjusted, with softer lighting, minimal sound, and extended session times, allowing for a more relaxed and comfortable experience with Santa.

Ayesha Nickson, Dobbies’ Events Programme Manager, is excited to welcome families to the festive Grotto experience. She said, “Whether little ones are meeting Santa and his elves for the first time, or it’s a family tradition, our Grotto and Quiet Grotto experiences aim to create magical moments that can be treasured for years to come.”

Credit: Stewart Attwood Photography

In addition to the Grotto, Dobbies York offers plenty of other festive treats for all ages. Families can enjoy a delicious Festive Afternoon Tea, attend the Charity Christmas Shopping Night in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, or even capture a special moment with their furry friends at Santa Paws.

Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies’ York store runs from 28th November until 24th December, priced at £12.99 per child. The Quiet Grotto takes place on 6th December, also priced at £12.99 per child. Advance booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.

For more details and to book your place, visit dobbies.com/events.

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