Behind the scenes : Christmas at Sunnycroft
Go behind the scenes and discover how our talented team brings the festive season to life at Sunnycroft.
- Booking essential
While Father Christmas is away seeing other children, the adults get to have a look behind the scenes.
Go behind the scenes and discover how our talented team brings the festive season to life. Step through the mouse hole and enter a charming world where mice prepare for Christmas. See the intricate details, clever touches, and the hard work that goes into creating the enchanting experience. Though Father Christmas won't be present, it's the perfect visit for curious minds who want to peek into the magic of how it's all made.
Peek behind the scenes on a 30 minutes timed session between 11.30am-2pm from 18 December to 20 December. Pre-book your timed entry ticket online.
Sunnycroft is only open for pre-booked ticket holders this December. Group sizes are limited to 12 people due to the size of the house. Pre-booking is essential. This experience is recommended for ages 14+. Tickets cost £5 per person.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All per person | £5.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442 491895
- Suitability
Recommend for 14 years+
- Meeting point
Father Christmas is at Sunnycroft (200 Holyhead Rd, Wellington, Telford TF1 2DR) about 15 / 20 minutes from Attingham and not on the Attingham main estate.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather.
- Accessibility
Sunnycroft house is a small historic house and has three steps up to each doorway to enter or exit this event. This event is unsuitable for wheelchair or buggy access. There is no handrail at the entrance to the house. Inside, your visit is all on the ground floor of the house which is level. Seating is available if required around the house.
- Other
Please arrive no more than 10 - 15 minutes before your time slot as parking at Sunnycroft is limited, and entry to the house is by time slot only. On arrival you will be greeted by our welcome team and guided to the front of the house where you will be met. The house is 150 yards from the carpark. Your visit should last around 20 - 30 minutes from arrival to leaving the Sunnycroft site. There is no catering available at Sunnycroft. We recommend making a day of it by also visiting Attingham Park: it’s a 15 - 20 min drive towards Shrewsbury. If you would like to visit the Attingham Mansion please also book a timed entry slot.
Upcoming events
Embroidery workshops with Amanda Carter
Spend the day at Sunnycroft creating your very own piece of embroidery with Amanda Carter. Whether you are a beginner or hoping to hone your existing needlework skills, Amanda will guide you through the techniques.
Father Christmas at Sunnycroft - After School
The perfect after school treat! Book to visit Father Christmas at Sunnycroft after school in December. Dates available: 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20 December 2024.
Father Christmas at Sunnycroft - Weekends and School Holidays
Book a visit to Father Christmas at Sunnycroft during the weekends and school holidays in December. Dates available: 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 and 23 December 2024.