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A CANNY CHRISTMAS GROTTO
29th November-23rd December 2025
Address: Blandford Square, NE1 4JA
Venue: Discovery Museum
Website: www.discoverymuseum.org.uk
Ho Ho Howay! A new Christmas tradition at Discovery Museum. Step into a Geordie winter wonderland at the Canny Christmas Grotto. From twinkling lights to the warmest welcome this side of the Tyne, families can enjoy a magical meet-and-greet with Santa & his black and white elves, who’ve swapped the North Pole for the North East! Expect festive crafts, a hot chocolate treat, a sprinkle of Geordie charm - & a gift from Santa. Standard tickets £18.99pp. Book online.