CHRISTMAS WITH PADDINGTON GROTTO EXPERIENCE AT TRAFFORD CENTRE MANCHESTER
Trafford Centre is set to be extra-special this year as Santa will be joined in its iconic Christmas Grotto by a special new friend, Paddington. The NEW Christmas with Paddington Grotto experience at Trafford Centre Manchester will be open 16th November until 24thDecember for families of all ages to enjoy a memorable festive experience
Activities include fun photo opportunities for all ages, traveling through snowy festive trees and scenic street scenes, also including a mesmerizing interactive doll’s house featuring Paddington’s famous attic window. Children will then be invited to tiptoe across the Christmas night-time rooftops of the beautiful Windsor Gardens, before being transported to the hallway of the Browns’ house to finally meet Paddington himself. After pausing for a photo with this much-loved bear, families will be guided in individual family groups to meet Santa in the armchair of the Browns’ cosy lounge, a delightful festive adventure.
Every child will receive a Paddington book as a special gift from Santa and families can enjoy browsing a pop-up Paddington Bear shop for quality memorabilia and gifts to end the magical experience.
Tickets are available here
CRIBBS’ CHRISTMAS GROTTO - SANTA’S MARVELLOUS MARMALADE ADVENTURE GROTTO
For the second year, Cribbs is bringing back their much-loved Winter Wonderland in Bristol. This year there’s a very special guest joining the festive fun, Paddington! We know that Paddington loves marmalade all year round, but at Christmas time it tastes just that little bit sweeter. Paddington has asked the Marmalade Maker Elves to help to make a special present for Santa this year. Santa makes so many children happy that he deserves a special gift and Paddington can’t think of anything better than… well, marmalade. Come and discover the secret recipe for yourself in this magical journey to meet some of Santa’s expert Elves – the Marmalade Makers! While Santa and the Elves are busy on their marmalade adventure, families will have the opportunity to meet with Paddington at storytelling sessions in his cosy Christmas tipi!
The event is open daily from 16th November 2022 – 2nd January 2023.
Shanghai Century Link Mall
The space included food, beverages, decorations, merchandise and several 3D statues of Paddington but also a bespoke branded coffee shop and flower shop.
Experiential elements were also created.
Interactive games and storytime reading sessions were available for children.
Hong Kong Park Central Shopping Center
In a Carnival themed Mall Decoration, customers were able to discover Paddington’s universe and shake hands with the beloved bear figurine display. The Post Office offered a selection of premium Paddington merchandise.