Canny Christmas Grotto at Discovery Museum

Thu Dec 11 2025 at 10:00 am to 06:00 pm UTC+00:00

Discovery Museum | Newcastle Upon Tyne

Discovery Museum
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Canny Christmas Grotto at Discovery Museum
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🎅 Ho Ho Howay! Be the first to try Newcastle’s newest Christmas tradition at Discovery Museum.
🎄 A Canny Christmas Grotto is a magical Geordie-themed festive experience complete with a visit to Santa in a traditional grotto decked out in black and white – with elves to match.
🌟 Families can experience a warm welcome in an inclusive and friendly space with twinkly lights and a sprinkle of Geordie charm.
🎟️ Tickets include a hot chocolate, sweet treat, festive crafts and photo opportunities in a giant sleigh, all jollied along by the friendly Geordie elves. Children under 12* will receive a gift from Santa too.
ℹ️ Every member of the party needs a ticket. *Babies under 18 months go free but must have a ticket to receive a gift.
What to expect:
⚫ A warm Geordie welcome from elves in their special black and white costumes, spreading festive fun and cheer in Discovery Museum’s café
⚪ Start off by getting cosy with a hot chocolate and a sweet treat
⚫ Santa’s elves will take you along a twinkly walkway to the workshop where you'll see oversize gingerbread decorations and enjoy Christmas crafts
⚪ Black and white decorations with a true Toon twist
⚫ A giant sleigh - perfect for making memories with your festive photos - tag us with your pictures or use #CannyChristmas
⚪ A special meet and greet with Santa himself - with a gift for children included
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ℹ️ Booking essential. Limited number of Early Bird tickets at £16.99 - use code: JOLLYROBIN when booking.
🎟️ *£18.99 per person thereafter.*
👪 Please note: *Relaxed sessions for SEND families are held on Sunday 7 December 2-5.30pm - please see other event listed*
ℹ️ Every person needs a ticket, children and adults. Babies are free, but will not receive a gift from Santa.
🎁 Ticket price includes a hot chocolate, festive crafts and a gift from Santa.
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Discovery Museum, Feline Friendz, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4, United Kingdom

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