Check out where you and your family can visit Santa, and all his companies, in Ards and North Down this Christmas.
5. Kainos Santa’s Grotto - Cultra Manor, Holywood, BT18 0EY 4 December, 11-5pm: Free Admission
Come along as you’re greeted by two of Santa’s reindeer and his Chief Elf, who will guide you and your family to the activity zone as you await your visit with Santa. Complete with light refreshments for parents and children, enjoy face painting, a festive activity pack, elf entertainers and letter writing. After meeting Santa, each child will receive a gift and an individual photo with him. Booking essential. For more information, go to ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/holywood/cultra-manor/kainos-santas-grotto Photo: Contributed
6. Storytime with Mrs Claus National Trust - Castle Ward, Downpatrick, BT30 7BA 3-4 December, 11-3pm: Free Event, Castle Ward; Admission Prices Apply
Start off the festive season with none other than Mrs Claus in this cosy story telling event. As Santa is busy preparing for the holiday season, Mrs Claus remains a highly skilled toymaker, reindeer wrangler and cookie maker - and she even has access to the Naughty Or Nice list. For more information, go to hnationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/castle-ward/ Photo: Contributed