The Bridges is delivering the magic of Christmas with an exciting line-up of family events, including the return of Santa’s Ice Castle Grotto and extended shopping hours.
The centre has created a festive programme designed to keep the spirit of Christmas alive and entertain visitors of all ages, ensuring everyone is prepared for the big day.
Shoppers will be able to shop for longer across the centre with late-night shopping every Thursday until 7pm, and extended opening hours all week from December 15th – 20th and December 22nd -23rd, giving plenty of time to purchase those last minute presents from some of our stores, including; Primark, JD Sports, Next, River Island, The Entertainer, Hotel Chocolat, Pandora and so many more. Find full list of stores HERE!
Shoppers can also park in the Bridges multi-storey car park for just £1 during late-night shopping hours between 5pm-7pm.
The Bridges will once again be home to Santa’s Ice Castle Grotto for the third year, offering children the chance to meet Father Christmas himself. Complementing the visit, families can also climb aboard Santa’s magical VR sleigh ride for an unforgettable snowy Lapland adventure. Both events will run from November 22 through to December 24.
Find full info on Santa’s Grotto HERE and info on the Magic VR Sleigh Ride HERE
Tickets for both activities can be purchased at the Grotto kiosk before queuing.
The fun continues with magic mischief and mayhem at Waterstones Café where families can enjoy Breakfast with the Grinch.
Guests can expect festive mischief, Christmas crafts, story time and a magical visit to Santa’s Ice Castle Grotto, including a special gift.
The breakfast events will take place Sunday 7, 14 and 21 December, 8.30am-10am. Tickets are £11 per child and £6 per adult, and can be purchased at www.tinyurl.com/BridgesGrinch2025
It wouldn’t be Christmas at the Bridges without the annual Reindeer Dash, hosted by and raising funds for the Red Sky Foundation.
Families can join the festive run around the centre along with surprise guests and activities on Sunday 30 November, 8am-10am. Tickets for the reindeer dash are £7.50pp and can be purchased https://dash.redskyfoundation.com/
Karen Eve, Centre Director at the Bridges said: “The countdown to Christmas is on at the Bridges and we’re excited to unveil this year’s festive programme of events.
“The return of Santa’s Ice Castle Grotto, the Magical VR Sleigh Ride, Breakfast with the Grinch and the annual Reindeer Dash, allow families to come together, create memories and keep the magic of Christmas alive.”
Karen added: “We’re pleased to have late-night shopping back at the centre, so we can be here for all your Christmas needs, from party outfits and sparkling jewellery, to must have toys and fragrances – there’s something for everyone at the Bridges.”
