Name: Calling All Elves! Free Christmas Workshop
Start: 2025-12-20T11:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-12-20T15:00:00+00:00
Location: The Darwin Shopping Centre, SY1 1PL Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Calling All Elves! Free Christmas Workshop

Get ready, Shrewsbury — Santa needs new recruits! This Christmas, The Darwin invites little helpers to join the Calling All Elves workshop, a free interactive festive experience for families.
From 10th to 23rd December, the Lower Level will transform into a twinkling Elf Workshop packed with joy, laughter and Christmas cheer. It’s the perfect place to make magical memories together.

The Experience:
As soon as children step inside, they’ll feel the Christmas magic. Friendly elves will greet them and start their official elf training. Every 30-minute session bursts with energy, creativity and festive fun.
Young helpers will:
Take the Elf Oath – Learn the Elf’s Code of Conduct and discover what it means to spread kindness and Christmas spirit.
Test the Toys – Step into the Toy Testing Zone and tick off items on the official Elf Checklist while trying out Santa’s latest inventions.
Sort Santa’s Letters – Race against the clock in the Sorting Station to help deliver every message to the North Pole.
Sing Along (optional) – End the session with a cheerful Christmas song or two, perfect for sharing smiles and laughter.
The workshop space will sparkle with wooden fencing, Christmas trees and eco bunting. It’s a festive scene families will love — and it’s completely free to join.
Key Dates & Details:
Location: Lower Level, The Darwin, Shrewsbury
Workshop Dates: Saturday 20th December
Times: 11am – 3pm (30-minute sessions throughout the day)
Special Session: Early-access quiet session for SEND families
Set Display: 10th – 23rd December – perfect for photos even outside workshop times!
Cost: Absolutely free!
Join the Fun:
Places are limited, so arrive early to take part. Whether your child loves crafting, games or the magic of Christmas, Calling All Elves offers a joyful experience for everyone.
This December, visit The Darwin and step into Santa’s world. Watch your little ones laugh, learn and play — because at The Darwin, Christmas starts with the elves.