Plans are well underway for a magical Christmas month at Clacton Pier.
The event, which includes a North Pole experience including Santa’s enchanted grotto, is aimed at getting all the family in the mood for a fantastic festive fayre.
Father Christmas and his merry band of helpers will arrive on November 23 and the winter wonderland continues on selected dates right through until Christmas Eve.
Bookings are already being taken online with a range of deals on offer.
General Manager Harry Peek said the whole team is looking forward to welcoming all ages to the attraction for festive fun, activities and colourful decorations.
“We love Christmas at the pier and we want to make it a very special experience where everyone can make cherished family memories,” he added.
“The grotto provides the centre-piece of the event along with animatronic characters, such as singing reindeer in their stables, Frosty the Snowman and elves.”
Jurassic Pier will host Santa’s Magical Sleigh Ride:4D with a sleigh journey filled with lots of snow and excitement and the Big Wheel will also be turning and lit up to offer breathtaking views of the attraction, town and coastline.
Mr Peek said that considerable investment has been made in the event over recent years to enhance the experience and provide a comprehensive package.
“This year we have a special limited time online only deal of the grotto and a Winter Wonderband for £19.99, saving almost £6, on the individual prices of each,” he added.
The Winter Wonderband is £9.99 and includes one entry to Santa’s Sleigh Ride:4D and Jurassic Pier; one wheel experience; 18-holes of adventure golf along with unlimited dodgems and video games.
Santa’s Grotto is £15.99 per child (including one adult) with a quality soft toy, freshly baked cookie from Mrs Claus, and a hot chocolate for the adult. Additional adults pay £3.50 and get a hot chocolate.
To book go to www.clactonpier.co.uk
The entire site will be adorned with twinkling lights and decorations as well as a giant illuminated Christmas Tree outside the entrance.
Sidney, the pier’s mascot, will also be appearing in his own festive outfit.
