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Our mouth-watering Christmas Dinner is back on the menu at The Gardener’s Retreat!

Whether you’re catching up with friends or celebrating a successful Christmas shop at your local British Garden Centre, our two-course menu is the perfect festive treat.

Choose from classic Slow Roasted Beef with a Yorkshire pudding or succulent Roast Turkey with sage, cranberry and onion stuffing and a pig in blanket.

Or why not tempt yourself to a delicate Haddock Mornay on a bed of spinach, or our rich and comforting Root Vegetable Wellington?

All mains are served with mashed potatoes, thyme and rosemary roast potatoes, garden peas, honey roast parsnips, tarragon roasted carrots, buttered Brussels sprouts and cauliflower cheese.

It wouldn’t be Christmas without a little sweet treat to finish, would it?

Treat yourself to classic Christmas Pudding with brandy and vanilla sauce, tuck into our decadent Cinnamon Swirl Cheesecake with cream, enjoy a luxurious Chocolate & Sour Cherry Roulade, or indulge in our vibrant all-butter Lemon Tart with cream.

Afternoon Tea and Christmas: a match made in heaven…

Our Festive Afternoon Tea is stacked high with sweet and savoury festive favourites, alongside a refreshing cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Available throughout the festive season, it’s the perfect pick me up after a spot of Christmas shopping.

Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.  

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

Please note that this is a Group Grotto Experience

Nothing captures the magic of Christmas like a visit to Santa’s Grotto.

From the moment you arrive, Santa’s band of elves will be there to welcome you into their workshop where you’ll be whisked away on a joyful journey, full of festive fun. 

You’ll then be taken into the Grotto to meet Father Christmas himself, and you’ll have the chance to take some photos* of this magical moment

* Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.    

Santa will be ready to greet you with a gift and a personal message – just make sure you include your child’s age and a few words about them when booking to help refresh his memory!

To forever capture the magic of the day, you can also purchase a special Photobooth option for an additional cost on the day.

Tickets start at £19.99, and includes an up to 40-minute Group Grotto Experience and a present for your child.

All our Grotto sessions have limited numbers. Each child ticket includes 2 Adult tickets free of charge.   

Please ensure you complete the additional information section of the booking prior to purchasing your tickets so we have all the information we need to ensure your child has the most magical visit to our Grotto this Christmas.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.

Please note that this is a Group Grotto experience for babies and toddlers up to 2 years of age.

Nothing captures the magic of Christmas like a visit to Santa’s Grotto.

From the moment you arrive, Santa’s band of elves will be there to welcome you into their magical world.

You’ll be taken into the Grotto to meet Father Christmas himself, and you’ll have the chance to take some photos* of this magical moment

* Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.    

Santa will be ready to greet you with a gift and a personal message – just make sure you include your child’s age and a few words about them when booking to help refresh his memory!

To forever capture the magic of the day, you can also purchase a special Photobooth option for an additional cost on the day.

Tickets are £14.99 and includes a present for your child.

All our Grotto sessions have limited numbers. Each child ticket includes 2 Adult tickets free of charge.   

Please ensure you complete the additional information section of the booking prior to purchasing your tickets so we have all the information we need to ensure your child has the most magical visit to our Grotto this Christmas.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets

Nothing captures the magic of Christmas like a visit to Santa’s Grotto.

On arrival you'll be taken into the Grotto to meet Santa Claus himself, and you’ll have the chance to take some photos* of this magical moment.  Santa will be ready to greet you with a gift and a personal message – just make sure you include your child’s age and a few words about them when booking to help refresh his memory!

* Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.    

This is an adapted Grotto experience for Children who may find our usual Grotto overwhelming. They are designed to give children with autism or additional needs a memorable Grotto experience.  Removing the stress and anxiety for children and their families by....

No queues on the day

Significantly reduced number of people in the grotto area

A tailored one-to-one experience with Santa in a relaxed and controlled, quiet environment. 

Tickets are £19.99 and are limited to 3 children per session. If booking for more than 3 children please book consecutive slots. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Please ensure you complete the additional information section of the booking prior to purchasing your tickets so we have all the information we need to ensure your child has the most magical visit to our Grotto this Christmas.

Please ensure that you read our FAQs and understand the booking conditions prior to booking your tickets.