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CHRISTMAS ACTIVITY GUIDE 21 DECEMBER - 5 JANUARY
DA I LY CR A FT S AND ENTERTAINM ENT SATURDAY 21/12 10.00 - 12.00
Christmas Cuddlies, Amber
10.00 / 15.00
SUNDAY 22/12 8.45 - 10.00
MONDAY 23/12 10.00 - 12.00
Meet The Birds of Prey, The Glasshouse Terrace
Christmas Canvas Workshop, Amber
14.00 - 16.00
Jo Malone Gingerbread Houses, Garden Room
10.30 - 11.30
Festive Fashion Fun, Amber
Falconry Display, Presentation Lawn
13.00 - 17.00
10.00 - 12.00
Christmas Crafts, Amber
Christmas Crafts, Amber
North Pole Pottery, Amber
14.00 – 16.00
14.00 - 16.00
Christmas Cupcakes, Amber
WEDNESDAY 25/12 08.00 - 10.00
Santa with Breakfast, The Glasshouse
11.00 - 13.00
Santa’s Grotto, Panoramic Lounge
THURSDAY 26/12 8.45 - 10.00
FRIDAY 27/12 10.00 - 12.00
Watercolour Canvas, Amber
10.30 - 11.30
Junior Circus Skills, Amber
11.00 / 14.00
Christmas Cupcakes, Amber
13.00 - 17.00
Christmas Crafts, Amber
The Magic Repair Shed, Amber
Balloon Fairies Festive Fun, Amber
13.00 - 17.00
Balloon Fairies Festive Fun, Amber
14.00 - 17.00
Meet the Reindeer, The Glasshouse Terrace
Carol Singers, The Glasshouse Terrace
Meet The Birds of Prey, The Glasshouse Terrace
Falconry Display, Presentation Lawn
10.00 - 12.00
Santa & Reindeer Plates, Amber
15.00 - 17.00
Bauble Design, Amber
14.00 - 17.00
Roaming Christmas Entertainers, Everywhere
13.00 - 17.00
TUESDAY 24/12
12.00 – 16.00
14.00 - 16.00
13.00 - 17.00
SATURDAY 28/12 10.00 – 12.00
Christmas Cuddlies, Amber
11.00 / 14.00
Mr Balloony, Amber
10.00 / 15.00
Jo Malone Gingerbread Houses, Garden Room
13.00 - 17.00
Balloon Fairies Festive Fun, Amber
15.00 - 20.00
Face Painting & Glitter Bar, Amber
SUNDAY 29/12 8.45 - 10.00
MONDAY 30/12 10.00 - 12.00
Meet The Birds of Prey, The Glasshouse Terrace
New Year Calendars, Amber
10.00 – 12.00
Balloon Fairies Festive Fun, Amber
10.30 - 11.30
Kids Yoga Session, Amber
13.00 - 17.00
Decopatch Designs, Amber
14.00 - 15.00
Falconry Display, Presentation Lawn
13.00 - 17.00
10.00 – 12.00
Watercolour Canvas, Amber
14.00 - 16.00 Bead It, Amber
13.00 - 17.00
Construct & Create, Amber
13.00 - 17.00
FRIDAY 03/01 10.00 - 12.00
Decopatch Designs, Amber
14.00 - 16.00
Wooden Crafts, Amber
WEDNESDAY 01/01 8.00 - 12.00
Balloon fairies NYE Party Crafts, Amber
Roaming Caracaturist, Lobby
18.00 - 22.00
Kids Yoga Session, Amber
18.00 - 22.00
Balloon Fairies Fun, Amber
17.00 - 21.00
New Year Calendars, Amber
SATURDAY 04/01
SUNDAY 05/01
Balloon Fairies Bead Bar, Amber
NYE Glitter & Glam Bar, Amber
Live Illustrator, Lobby
Balloon Fairies Festive Fun, Amber
THURSDAY 02/01
TUESDAY 31/12
10.00 - 12.00
Potty Crafts, Amber
14.00 - 16.00
New Year Calendars, Amber
Premium Activity - £20
10.00 - 11.00
13.00 - 17.00
14.00 - 16.00
10.00 – 12.00
Potty Crafts, Amber
14.00 – 16.00
Construct & Create, Amber
Premium Activity - £45
POCKET TOWNS 18M TO 7YRS
Ignite your imagination in our wooden toy town, featuring themed play areas. Open daily 9.00 - 18.00 in Amber from 21 December – 5 January. Closes 17.00 on Christmas Day.
CHRISTMAS CUDDLIES
NORTH POLE POTTERY
Unleash your creativity with festive pottery painting. Design and paint your very own Christmas-themed keepsake, perfect for displaying at home.
FESTIVE FASHION
Create your very own festive-themed Be My Bear. A heartwarming holiday activity where kids can craft their perfect cuddly friend to take home. £20 per bear, plus extra for costumes.
Design your own personalised festive fashion piece! Get creative with holiday-themed designs to wear and showcase your unique style this Christmas.
BALLOON FAIRIES FESTIVE FUN
JO MALONE LONDON GINGERBREAD HOUSES
Festive fun awaits with Christmas arts, crafts, and a touch of fairy sparkle! Enjoy activities for all ages and create keepsakes to take home and treasure this holiday season.
Kids aged 8-14 can decorate gingerbread houses with pastry chefs. Includes hot chocolate, treats, and mulled wine for adults.
INDOOR ADVENTURE
Try soft archery, soft axe throwing, and giant games in our action-packed indoor adventure zone. Fun challenges and friendly competition for all ages!
SOFT PLAY
Let your kids run wild in our soft play zone, where they can climb, jump, and explore in a safe, padded space designed for fun-filled adventures. Closes 17.00 on Christmas Day.
CINEMA ROOM
Relax with two daily showings of festive family favourites. Grab a bean bag, enjoy freshly popped popcorn, and get cosy with Christmas classics for all ages.
Premium Activity - £20 Premium Activity - £45
CHILDREN’S POOL
Located in the Potting Shed, this is the perfect spot for little ones to splash and play. Open daily from 10.00-18.00, the area provides a cosy and familyfriendly atmosphere.
FESTIVE FIRE PIT
Enjoy the fire pit in the Formal Gardens from 15.00–16.00, with carol singers adding festive cheer on Christmas Eve only. Please note: no fire pit on Christmas Day.
ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE WOODLAND ACTIVITIES
BABYSITTING
Archery
Mini Landies
Asher’s Woodland Ages 6+, Adult £35, Child £20
Asher’s Woodland Ages 2-8, 20 mins £40
Axe-Throwing
Bike Rides (No Booking Necessary)
Asher’s Woodland Ages 10+, Adult £35, Child £20
Daily 9.00 - 16.00*, Asher’s Woodland 5+ Free, 13-16 £5, Adult £15, Electric £20 *Bikes must be returned by 16.00
Woodland Activities run between 9.00 – 16.00 at set time slots, subject to availability and weather conditions.
BOOK YOUR SPOT →
Looking for some child-free time? We’ll arrange a trusted babysitter through our partner, Tinies. From £22.50 per hour (£48 per hour on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day) Minimum 3-hour booking To book, contact Guest Services on 6140.
SPORT Family Golf
ANOUSKA’S KIDS’ CLUB
Enjoy a round together for £80. Available on request – limited spots. Contact Golf Reception on 01923 294266
21 December – 12 January Join us for a fun-filled half term at our holiday club with activities like:
Sessions:
Morning: 10.00 - 13.00 (Monday – Sunday)
Woodland Walks • Decorative Sand Art • Pizza-Making • DesignA-T-Shirt • Design and Create A Fan Jewellery-Making • Creative StonePainting • Colourful Fruit Kebabs Baking + more!
Afternoon: 14.00 - 17.00 (Monday – Saturday)
£45 per child/session £60 per child/session (24-31/12) £75 per child/session (1/01) Call 01923 296 047 to book.
SWIMMING Children’s Pool
Daily 10.00 - 18.00
Sequoia Pool (4yrs+)
Daily 15.00 - 17.00 Christmas Day: All ages, 08:00 – 12:00 Please arrive swim-ready.
TREASURE HUNT START GAME →
Our treasure hunt can be completed at your own leisure by following the steps below.
GAMES & MOVIES Games
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Open the App Store or Google Play Store, search for Actionbound and download the app.
Scan or click the QR code above with your phone’s camera to enter the game.
Take a fun selfie and set a name.
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Explore The Grove and work as a team to complete the challenges.
Once you’ve found the final answer, tell the Reception team to receive your treasure!
Amber Foyer, Daily 9.00 - 21.00 Table tennis, pool, football, basketball, plus a selection of classic family board games to enjoy.
Movies
Amber, Daily 11.00, 16.30 Grab headphones, popcorn, and settle into our comfy beanbags for daily screenings of seasonal movies. If you need any help, please ask a member of the Activities Team.
VIEW OUR WINTER GUIDE →
Soft Play
Amber, Daily 9.00 – 18.00 Indoor fun for little ones with slides, a ball pit, and soft shapes for endless play.
Indoor Adventure
Amber, Daily 09.00 – 18.00 Soft Archery, Axe Throwing, Football
25 - 28 DECEMBER 2024
FE ST I VE F UN AT THE GROVE Step into a world of enchantment this Christmas at The Grove! From meeting Santa to mind-blowing magic, we’ve got a sleigh full of exciting activities to keep the whole family entertained.
Santa with Breakfast
Santa’s Grotto
Christmas Day 25 December
Boxing Day 26 December
Saturday 28 December
After a long night of delivering presents, Santa and his elves will join you at The Glasshouse on 25th December for a truly magical breakfast! Celebrate Christmas morning with festive delights, enchanting company, and the warmest of holiday memories.
Step into Santa’s enchanting Grotto on 25th December and receive a special gift picked just for you! Perfect for all ages, this magical experience brings festive joy and Christmas wonder, creating memories to treasure as you meet Santa in his winter wonderland.
Our festive entertainers will be spreading holiday cheer with cracker jokes, Christmas wishes, and amazing balloon creations. Watch in wonder as they twist up festive balloon hats, bringing joy to guests of all ages.
Get ready to be enchanted at The Magic Repair Shed! This Christmas, experience hilarious fun, captivating stories, and magical tricks that revive broken things in surprising ways. Enjoy two 30-minute shows plus up-close magic as our performers engage with guests.
Be amazed by Mr Balloony, a member of the Inner Magic Circle and Guinness World Record holder! Enjoy sleight of hand, comedy magic, and balloon artistry in two 30-minute shows, plus his mix-andmingle magic and pocket-sized balloon creations for all ages!
31 DECEMBER 2024
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT:
NEW YEAR’S EVE Get ready to ring in the New Year with style and sparkle! Join us for an unforgettable celebration filled with fun activities for guests of all ages.
Balloon Fairies Bead Bar
NYE Glitter & Glam Bar
Create your own dazzling bead accessories with the help of our magical Balloon Fairies – a perfect keepsake to remember the night!
Step up your sparkle game at the Glitter & Glam Bar, where you’ll be transformed for the big night ahead.
Live Illustrator Capture the moment with a personalised illustration from our talented artist – a unique memento to treasure from your New Year’s Eve experience.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates on our NYE celebration!
FESTIVE DINING AT THE GROVE 2 0 DECEM B E R — 2 JA N UA RY
DAILY WINTER WARMERS
24/ 12
RESTAURANT OPENING TIMES Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
The Glasshouse
07.00 - 10.00
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18.00 - 21.00
The Stables
07.30 - 10.00
12.00 - 14.30
18.00 - 21.00
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17.30 - 22.45
Madhu’s
25/12
Lounges
❄
12.00 - 20.30
The Glasshouse
07.30 - 10.30*
13.00 - 16.30
Closed
The Stables
07.30 - 10.30*
13.00 - 16.30
Closed
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❄
Closed
Madhu’s Lounges
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FAMILY FESTIVE BUFFET 27 to 31 December • 12pm - 2pm Child £15 | Adult £28 Join us in the Cinnamon Suite for a festive family lunch. Tuck into favourites like crispy mac ‘n’ cheese bites, honey-glazed cocktail sausages, and sweet treats such as gingerbread cupcakes and Yule log. Delicious moments await!
12.00 - 18.00
2 /01
1 /01
31 /12
2 7 - 3 0 /1 2
26/12
Enjoy a complimentary light cold buffet from 6 pm to 9 pm, exclusively for our residents.
The Glasshouse
07.30 - 11.30*
❄
18.00 - 21.00
The Stables
07.30 - 10.00*
12.00 - 14.30
18.00 - 21.00
Madhu’s
❄
12:00 - 15:00
17.30 - 22.45
Lounges
❄
The Glasshouse
07.00 - 10.00*
The Stables
High Chai
12.00 - 20.30
12.30 - 14.00
18.00 - 21.00
07.30 - 10.00
12.00 - 14.30
18.00 - 21.00
Madhu’s
❄
12:00 - 15:00
17.30 - 22.45
Lounges
❄
High Chai
12.00 - 20.30
The Glasshouse
07.00 - 10.00*
❄
19.00 - 21.00
The Stables
07.30 - 10.00
12.00 - 14.30
19.00 - 00.00
Madhu’s
❄
12:00 - 15:00
18.00 - 00.00
Lounges
❄
High Chai
12.00 - 20.30
The Glasshouse
07.00 - 11.30*
Closed
18.00 - 21.00
The Stables
07.30 - 10.00
12.00 - 14.00
18.00 - 21.00
Madhu’s
❄
12:00 - 15:00
17.00 - 00.00
Lounges
❄
High Chai
12.00 - 20.30 ❄
18.00 - 21.00
07.30 - 10.00
12.00 - 14.00
18.00 - 21.00
Madhu’s
❄
12:00 - 15:00
17.00 - 00.00
Lounges
❄
The Glasshouse
07.00 - 11.30*
The Stables
*Breakfast must be booked
High Chai
12.00 - 20.30
FESTIVE FIREPIT 20 December to 1 January Closed Christmas Day
3pm - 4pm Warm up on The Glasshouse Terrace with complimentary treats including toasted marshmallows, roasted chestnuts, mince pies, mulled wine and hot chocolate. Available exclusively to hotel residents.
THE STABLES BAR FOOD 12pm - 9pm Take a seat at The Stables Bar – the perfect spot for a relaxed bite to eat. From burgers and hot dogs to traditional fish and chips, there’s something to tickle everyone’s fancy.
THE LOUNGES 12pm - 8.30pm Indulge in a delicious selection of homemade soups, sandwiches, and salads, perfect for a light bite. In the evening, savour our expertly crafted sushi menu, featuring crispy nigiri, fresh maki, sashimi, and more. Or, treat yourself to afternoon tea— available most days except 24th–26th December, 31st December, and 1st January.