insideKENT Magazine Issue 32 - November 2014 | Page 29

ARTS+ENTERTAINMENT A TRULY MAGICAL CHRISTMAS AT THE rare breeds centre A truly magical experience for all the family, this season come and find Father Christmas and his elves in their twinkling grotto, set in the heart of Rare Breeds Centre's beautiful 100-acre farm. No family Christmas would be complete without a visit to see Father Christmas, and that is why Rare Breeds' famous and festive Christmas grotto has become a muchloved annual tradition. A heart-warming family experience, it will leave you and the children feeling truly festive, and excited for that visit from the big man himself on Christmas Eve. You'll be taken to a traditional and magical grotto to meet Santa's Elves and the rest of his friendly farm animals. There, you will be entertained by the Naughty Snowman, who is sure to cause havoc and entice the children (and you) into a Christmas sing-along. The children are then invited to see Santa one by one, to chat about who has been naughty and nice, and to receive a quality gift. You'll also have a family photo opportunity with Father Christmas and the elves. Then, prepare to be surprised, as magic snow will fall all around you. Booking is essential, and a sell-out event year on year, early booking is advised. You can book your tickets at www.rarebreeds.org.uk or by calling Nikki on 01233 861508. A Truly Magical Christmas will run every weekend from 6th-23rd December, with sessions held at 11.00am, 11.40am, 12.20pm, 1.30pm, 2.10pm, and 2.40pm. Normal entry to the farm is incorporated in the ticket price, plus there's lots of festive entertainment for you too. This includes: • Featuring Mr Wong, the infamous One and a Half Man Panto has been entertaining the kids at the farm for years, and now his wife has joined in on the fun – hence the half. Mr Wong will take you on all sorts of exciting adventures around the world in true panto style. Oh, yes he will! • On Saturday 13th December, the wonderful Ashford Sings Choir will be leading a Rare Breeds' festive sing-along, featuring fun Christmas songs and Christmas Carols. • The Granary Restaurant will be serving homemade festive treats to warm you up. For more details, visit www.rarebreeds.org.uk. Rare Breeds Centre, Woodchurch, Ashford TN26 3RJ Celebrate Christmas at Just the Ticket Café Book early for roast turkey and Christmas pudding available from the 1st until 23rd of December Open 10am-3pm 7 days a week Two course menu £10.00 per person Vegetarian option available (For group bookings, there is a £2 deposit) • PAINT YOUR OWN CERAMICS • DECOPATCH • MAKE A BEAR • SILVER KEEPSAKES • PARTIES • WORKSHOPS • GIFTS AND MORE… Set menu and specials board Booking Essential: 01843 225100 PAINT YOUR OWN CERAMICS No admission charge to the Café and Hornby Retail Shop www.slapndash.com 01580 755674 In association with Open mes: Mon-Fri 10.00 to 5.00, Sat & Sun 10.00 to 4.00 (Evenings by appointment) Disabled access • Ample Parking • Cafe on-site WESTWOOD I MARGATE I KENT I CT9 4JX On the A254 Ramsgate Road, between Westwood Cross Shopping Centre and Margate. 29