IT MIGHT seem like the end of the year is months away, but Santa’s little helpers are already making preparations for Christmas.
Dobbies, which has garden centres in Spencers Wood and Hare Hatch, is among them.
It is lining up a range of fun and affordable activities in its stores and tickets have gone on sale.
They include a Santa’s Breakfast event for children aged 10 and under. The sessions include craft activities, festive games and a gift from the red-suited jolly man.
For older people, a festive-themed afternoon tea will be served, with upgrades available including Prosecco and prawn marie rose vol au vents.
On Monday, November 30, there will be a Christmas shopping night which will raise funds for its charity partner, the Teenage Cancer Trust.
And its Little Seedlings Christmas Party will also be taking place, exclusively for club members aged four to 10. It will include Christmas games, dancing, and food, alongside a special visit from Santa, bearing a special gift.
Sarah Murray, who has developed this year’s events programme, said: “We are filled with excitement about the upcoming Christmas events in our Reading area stores.
“Seeing families and friends come together, sharing laughter, and creating special memories is at the heart of what we do at Dobbies.
“Our team has poured their passion into crafting an array of festive experiences that will truly bring the magic of Christmas to life. We can’t wait to see the happiness these events bring our customers and their loved ones.”
For more details, or to book, log on to: dobbies.com/events
