“We’re thrilled to welcome Santa back" - Enchanting grotto returns to Fareham Shopping Centre to create "special moments" for families

Families will have the chance to meet Santa in Fareham this Christmas over three weekends in December.

Fareham Shopping Centre will host an enchanting grotto on December 6, 7, 13, 14, and 20 and 21 with Father Christmas greeting children from 11am to 4pm each day.

The free event will allow children to experience the magical moment of meeting Santa and receiving a gift. Families will also have the opportunity to capture the moment with a family photo with the grotto as the backdrop.

Santa turning on the Fareham Christmas lights with Louise Clubley. Pictured by Alec Chapmanplaceholder image
Santa turning on the Fareham Christmas lights with Louise Clubley. Pictured by Alec Chapman | Alec Chapman

Centre manager Mike Taylor said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Santa back to Fareham Shopping Centre. His grotto is always a highlight of the season, and it’s wonderful to see families coming together to make those magical festive memories. For us, it’s about creating special moments the whole community can share this Christmas.”

There are a number of other events planned throughout December at Fareham Shopping Centre, from hands-on creative workshops to festive family entertainment, with visitors able to access the full schedule by scanning in-centre.

Further information can be found at https://www.farehamshopping.com/.

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