Celebrate the Season: 8 Family-Friendly Christmas Events in Sussex & Surrey for Foster Carers
Date published
29 November 2024
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Celebrate the Season: 8 Family-Friendly Christmas Events in Sussex & Surrey for Foster Carers
The festive season is a wonderful opportunity for foster carers and their children to bond and create cherished memories together. Sussex and Surrey offer a variety of exciting Christmas events filled with joy, laughter, and holiday spirit. Here’s a list of eight fantastic Christmas events happening in Sussex and Surrey that you can enjoy with the children in your care.
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Date published
29 November 2024
1. Burning the Clocks, Brighton
This annual event holds all the magic of Christmas. Stroll through the streets of Brighton in a beautiful lit procession of handmade lanterns. Thousands gather to make paper lanterns, which are carried through the centre of Brighton to finally be burnt on Brighton beach. Feel the true spirit of Christmas in this free community event.
Date: 21st December, 2024
Location: Brighton Centre
Website: Burning the Clocks
2. Santa’s Grotto at Drusillas Park, Alfriston
Watch little eyes twinkle with wonder as they experience the glistening magic of Christmas at Drusillas! Come and meet Santa in his cosy cottage, sing along with the singing reindeer trio, stroll through twinkling decorations, and marvel at the 24ft Christmas tree. Note you save 20% when you pre-book your tickets online [link below].
Date: 23rd November - 23rd December, 2024
Location: Drusillas Park, Alfriston
Website: Drusillas Park
3. Amberley Museum: Family Christmas Crafts
Amberley museum is a perfect Christmassy day out for the family. From Christmas Craft days, a Christmas trail through the beautiful grounds, encounters with Father Christmas, craft stalls, gingerbread men - assorted dates and activities are running throughout December.
Date: December 22nd, 2024
Location: Amberley, near Arundel
Website: Amberley Musueum
4. Horley Christmas Fair
This event on the high street will bring some Christmassy fun - and this time your pooch is included! With food and crafts, father christmas in his grotto, mulled wine and live music, this afternoon also features a dog competition, so get grooming!
Date: December 7th, 2024
Location: Horely High Street
Website: Horley Christmas Fair
5. Christmas at the Royal Pavilion, Brighton
The Royal Pavilion in Brighton offers a unique festive experience with its beautifully decorated rooms and Christmas events. A whole host of activites are on offer throughout the Christmas period, including wreath making, christmas banquets, christmas tree decorating masterclasses, christmas carols, and of course, the most beautiful ice-rink.
Date: December 2024 - January 2025
Location: The Royal Pavilion, Brighton
Website: Royal Pavilion Christmas
6. Advent Carol Service, Hurstpierpoint College
Dust off those vocal pipes to belt out some christmas carols at Hurstpierpoint's Christmas Carol service where all members of the public are welcomed to join tohgther for free to celebrate the spirit of Christmas through song.
Date: December 3rd, 2024
Location: Hurstpierpoint College
Website: Hurstpierpoint College Events
7. Storytime with Santa, Tilgate Park, Crawley
Join Santa in his grotto as he reads a magical Christmas tale, telling us all about what he’s been up to and how he’s preparing for this Christmas.
This group event for up to 15 lucky children with their grown-up, [or singular children can bring two adults] gives each child a cuddly toy from Santa.
Date: Throughout December, 2024
Location: Tilgate Park, Crawley
Website: Storytime with Santa
8. Christmas Tree Festival, Eastbourne
This small community event features lots of Christmas trees all decorated to the theme of different films. With a raffle, craft stall, cakes and refreshments, plus an angel trail, this is a sweet Christmassy afternoon with the little ones. St. Andrew's Church of England Infant School Choir will be performing at 3:30pm on the Friday, with the festival closing with a Carol Service on the Sunday at 5pm.
Date: December 6th - Sunday 8th December, 2024
Location: St Andrew's Church, Seaside, Eastbourne
Website: Christmas Tree Festival
Foster Connection
These festive events in Sussex and Surrey provide wonderful opportunities for foster carers and their children to celebrate Christmas together. Participating in community activities fosters connections and creates joyful memories that last a lifetime. So, gather your little ones, wrap up warm, and immerse yourselves in the magic of the holiday season!
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