See Santa in his floating grotto - 8 December 2007 ? 9 December 2007
Hatton Locks, near Warwick.
Come along and meet Santa on his floating grotto and take part in a variety of hands-on children?s activities, including face painting and competitions. Adults will also have the chance to purchase last minute Christmas gifts or enjoy refreshments at Hatton Locks Café.
Pre booking and admissions charges apply.
For more information telephone British Waterways on 01827 252 000 or email [email protected]
Canal Boat Light Parade ? 9th December
Birmingham City Centre Canals, Mailbox to NIA
Birmingham city centre canals will once again be illuminated by the spectacular light show from the canal boat light parade taking place on Sunday 9th December. 20 beautifully lit boats will compete for the title of 'Best Dressed Boat in a bid to win prize money. The route stretches from the Mailbox to the National Indoor Arena in central Birmingham and at the end of the parade there will be a dazzling fireworks finale to brighten up the winter sky.
For more information on the above call British Waterways West Midlands on 01827 252 000, e-mail [email protected] or check out www.waterscape.co.uk
Visit Santa in Dudley Tunnels - 8, 9, 15, 16, 19, 22, 23 December
Dudley, Birmingham.
Take a magical underground journey to visit Santa in these illuminated caverns that really bring Christmas to life. Admission applies; tickets include a gift for every child and a hot drink and a mince pie for adults.
Pre booking and admissions charges apply.
For more information telephone British Waterways on 01834 236 275 or visit www.dudleycanaltrust.ork.uk
See Santa on his floating grotto ? 15/16 December 2007
Fradley Junction Café & Visitor Centra, Alrewas, Staffordshire
Come along and meet Santa on his floating grotto and take part in a variety of hands-on children?s activities, including face painting and competitions. Adults will also have the chance to purchase last minute Christmas gifts or enjoy refreshments at Hatton Locks Café.
10.00 am and 4.00pm. Admission is £5.50 per child and the event is free for adults. Pre booking is essential with a £1 discount on all tickets booked on or before Saturday 8th December 2007.
Winter at How Hill - 16 December 2007
Ludham, Great Yarmouth,
Experience the magic of the How Hill marshes in winter and explore the narrow marsh dykes with a boat trip on our silent electric boat, the Electric Eel, and take a short walk to the bird hide overlooking Reedham Water. Take a guided tour of the wildlife trail to look for animals and birds trying to survive the cold weather.
Warm up afterwards in Toad Hole cottage with a glass of mulled Norfolk cider or fruit juice and a mince pie.
Booking is essential ? contact the Broads Authority on 01692 678763 (or 01603 610734 from November) or email [email protected].
Cost: £7 adults, £5 children.
For more information telephone British Waterways on 01827 252 240 or email [email protected]
Boxing Day Walk - 26 December 2007
River Bure, South Walsham, Norfolk
A Boxing Day walk with mulled wine and mince pies. The walk will begin at 11am and will cost £4.25 each. For more information, contact the Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden on 01603 270449 or email [email protected].