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Baby and toddler festive play session with Father Christmas

Be swept up in the magic of Christmas with a festive play and activity session, with a special visit from Father Christmas.

  • Booking essential

Join us for a special Christmas baby and toddler activity and play session, with a special visit from Father Christmas and a gift just for your little one.

This 30-minute session will include an interactive story/song, a keepsake craft for you to take home, and toys for the children to play with.

Father Christmas will make a special visit, giving each child a gift and there will be an opportunity to take a photo with the man himself.

This event is designed for children aged 6 months - 5 years, however older children are welcome.

Please purchase a ticket for each child attending.

Two adults per family permitted to attend with the child(ren).

If you are National Trust members feel free to explore the historic buildings, gardens and estate before or after your session time. If you are not an National Trust member please go to Visitor Reception to buy admission tickets to enjoy the rest of the property.

Please note that the Weaving Shed Restaurant and the Mill Yard Shop can be accessed without an admission ticket. The Mill Yard Shop will be open 9.45am - 5pm and the restaurant will be open 10am - 4.30pm.

To arrange a career ticket please make your booking and then email quarrybank@nationaltrust.org.uk with your booking details, so this can be arranged for you.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Child £13.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children 6 months - 5 years

Meeting point

Please meet in the Mill Yard near the Mill entrance at least 5 minutes before your entry time.

What to bring and wear

This is an indoor event.

Accessibility

This event can be accessed via the mill lift for those who need it. Please note that it's not possible to accommodate buggies and prams in the event area. There is a buggy park in the Mill yard for them to be stored.

Other

Please note this is a 30 minute session and you should arrive in the Mill Yard at least 5 minutes before the start time to your session. If you are more than 10 minutes late to your session, you may not be permitted entry. Neurodiverse friendly sessions are also being offered for anyone who has additional needs on the Saturday 30 November and Thursday 19 December.

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