"The most authentic and traditional Father Christmas in the country - this is the one to see!"           BOOKINGS FOR CHRISTMAS 2017 NOW OPEN
	We believe in the magic of Christmas and in providing that most magical of experiences: a visit with the real Father Christmas, something that we have been doing for over 26 years. "He must be real, otherwise how could he have known that about me?" From the moment that you enter this quirky little attraction based on the best selling Chronicles of Wizard's Thatch series of children's books, you know you're in for a treat as you are plunged straight into a magical wonderland of storytelling and childhood memories. "You just don't expect Santa to be this good!" Your experience includes some quality time with the real Father Christmas, a gift and entry into the Enchanted Manor Museum taking the length of the experience anywhere from 20 minutes to 45 minutes depending on the age of your children and whether or not you decide to follow the Christmas Quiz Trail through the Enchanted Manor. The trail is designed to maximise enjoyment of the experience and is suitable for children of all ages. "The attention to detail is astounding!" Tickets for visiting Father Christmas this year have are now on sale, and we have some exciting plans for this years exciting Christmas experience - the snow room will once again be making an appearance, but as with all the previous years will be slightly different. We don't want to give anything away, but we think this year will be even better than 2016, and tickets are already selling.  So if you don't want to miss out - you'll need to book early! We believe in the Magic of Christmas, do you?	The Real Father Christmas outside Magic Alley on November 24th, 2016
	Booking for Christmas 2017 now open   Christmas 2017 in Stratford upon Avon With the backdrop of Shakespeare’s birthplace and the town's awesome Christmas lights; Warwickshire's most magical Christmas Grotto with the real Father Christmas and bustling streets serving up festive sights and smells, Stratford really is a town that could give Scrooge second thoughts….  With so much Christmas shopping to do and so many attractions to visit you’ll need more than a day in this beautiful town. Stratford has a wide range of accommodation to suit all needs and budgets from elegant hotels to welcoming, family run guest houses. As darkness falls, and the incredible Christmas lights go on, traditional pubs invite you in from the cold, candles flicker in cosy restaurants and at Stratford's many theatres, actors prepare to tread the boards. Or, perhaps, after a little Dutch courage, you may feel brave enough to embark on one of Stratford's famous ghost walks from the award winning guides of the Stratford Town Walk company. We believe in the Magic of Christmas, do you?

	How To Book A Visit With Father Christmas in 2017 ... We'd like to make the experience of meeting Father Christmas as magical as possible for you and your children, so please read the information below, so you know what to expect and what we'd like you to do.  We would hate to disappoint you and your children when we are fully booked, so please call us on 01789 290969 to check that we have availability. Only those who have booked a place will be guaranteed entry as Father Christmas is very busy on the run up to Christmas Eve.  Spaces are very limited, so you must book in advance to avoid disappointment. The tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.  A small additional charge is made if you alter the boking once confirmed (see our FAQ page for more details).      Please ensure you read our FAQ page     Although Father Christmas himself is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible, the rest of the experience in the Enchanted Manor is spread over several levels and is not suitable for pushchairs, buggies or those with limited mobility.    Please do not bring pushchairs, buggies or strollers as there is no secure storage area. All tickets are for timed entry, you will not be admitted before your booked entry time, so please do not turn up more than 5 minutes early. There will be plenty of time to explore Magic Alley after your visit to Father Christmas. Please note that the Golden Broomstick Café is not open while Father Christmas is visiting us.     School and Group bookings are welcomed, please call us for more information.   Book your tickets to see Father Christmas in 2017 early to avoid disappointment: 01789 290969

All colour photographs were taken at the Christmas Grotto in 2015