‘Christmas magic is coming’

September may be too early to talk about Christmas for some, but a shopping centre in Portsmouth has started taking bookings for a visit to its festive grotto.

Those wanting to get in ahead of the crowds are able to book their ideal date to take the little ones to visit Santa Claus at Cascades Shopping Centre. Santa’s Grotto will be opening its doors every weekend from November 13 before then opening everyday from Friday, December 4 until Christmas Eve.

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A Cascades Shopping Centre spokesperson said: “Christmas magic is coming to Cascades Shopping Centre and you can book your visit to see Santa now! Get organised early, secure your preferred date and give the little ones something magical to look forward to this Christmas!”

Tickets cost £7 per child and can be purchased at https://www.bookfatherchristmas.co.uk/Cascades.