Christmas
The Birkacre Exclusive Christmas Launch Event
Wednesday 7th October
Event times: 17:30 - 20:00
Free entry
Join the team and celebrate the launch of Birkacre Garden Centre's Christmas season. Immerse yourself in a beautifully crafted Christmas experience, filled with festive delights and superb surprises, all curated by the talented Birkacre team. Browse the store whilst enjoying a complimentary mulled wine and mince pie. But that’s not all. Taste our fantastic festive foods at dedicated stalls and grab a bargain with our exclusive offers. This will truly be an evening not to miss.
See you there,
Love, The Birkacre Team x
Father Christmas & The Magic of the Toy Workshop
Wednesdays and Thursdays (Begins 4th November)
Showtime: 16:00 and 18:00
Ticket entry: £10 per child/£6 per adult
ONLINE ONLY BOOKING
Something has gone terribly wrong at the North Pole!
The whizzing, clanging, spinning toy-making machines have ground to a halt because people have forgotten how to believe.
Now, there's only one way to save Christmas...
With the help of every child in the audience!
In this wonderful show, children become honorary Christmas helpers as they join Father Christmas and his hilarious elves on an unforgettable adventure filled with magical mishaps, laugh-out-loud comedy and amazing illusions.
Will the children find the missing Christmas magic?
There's only one way to find out...
A spectacular 20-minute Christmas show packed with laughter, magic, festive surprises and a heartwarming story for the whole family! After the show, join Twinkle in the Magical Lollipop Candyshop to make your own personalised keepsake to take home. As part of the experience, each family will get a special moment with Santa on his sleigh – perfect for photos and cherished memories.
What's included
- Access to the Magical Toyshop Show
- Photo Opportunity with Santa on his Sleigh
- Magical Lollipop Candyshop Experience
Late Night Openings
From Wednesday 4th November
Closing time: 20:00 every Wednesday and Thursday
Experience the magic of Birkacre’s Christmas displays after dark with our late-night openings. Stay until 20:00 every Wednesday and Thursday starting from the 4th November. Why not combine your shopping with a leisurely dinner at our renowned restaurant, with last food orders taken at 19:00.
Send a letter to Santa!
From 7th October
Until Christmas closing
The Birkacre team are very good friends with Father Christmas and have their own dedicated postal network direct to the North Pole. The elves at Santa's workshop have agreed that all letters sent from the garden centre will be hand-delivered to Santa. And, a little something extra special, Santa will respond to everyone! All he asks is that you pop back into the store to collect your letter. Make sure Father Christmas puts you on the Nice List by sending him a letter this Christmas. The North Pole Post is available every day throughout the festive period.
Look out for our talking postbox!
The Birkacre Winter Village
This year we welcome back our Winter Village, a hive of activity simply buzzing with festive excitement.
Opens Sunday 18th October
Wednesday and Thursday 16:00 - 20:00
Weekends all day
Birkacre Christmas Cabin
Wednesdays and Thursdays - serving hot drinks and cakes from 16:00
Take a break from your Christmas shopping and visit our Christmas food market where you will find a wide range of festive treats including mince pies, alcoholic beverages, hot chocolate, and mulled wine.
Birkacre Festive Kitchen
Weekends - serving food from 12:00
If you're looking for a real treat, why not visit our festive kitchen in the Winter Village. Indulge in a range of delicious festive treats, including festive baguettes, Yorkshire pudding wraps, pies, pasties, hotpot, with Picnic boxes for the little ones.
Santa's VR Sleigh Ride - Take a magical virtual reality trip around the globe on Santa's Sleigh
Available all day on Saturday and Sunday
£5 per ticket available to purchase on the day.
Wednesdays and Thursdays with a pre-booked Christmas show ticket ONLY
Photograph on Santa's Sleigh and Reindeers
Make memories with a family photograph on Santa's famous sleigh.
October Half Term Special Hours
Santa's Sleigh Ride:
Available all week (ticket required)
Christmas Cabin:
Monday 26th October - Thursday 29th October (hot drinks and cake)
Friday 27th October - Sunday 1st November (serving food from 12:00)