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Christmas is a time to get together. Wake up nestled in the forest and experience a world of magic. Join us for three, four, six or seven nights between 21 December and 27 December 2023.
Let us do the cooking and join us for Christmas Day Lunch in our restaurants
Treat yourself this Christmas and relax in Aqua Sana Spa
In line with our commitment to protecting our forests and wildlife, we’ve made the decision not to bring back our firework displays at Center Parcs. Instead, we’re lighting up the forest with our Enchanted Light Garden- and you can visit as often as you like!
Book a 2, 3 or 4 night Christmas break at one of our villages. Want to escape to the forest for longer? You can book two breaks back-to-back and remain in the same accommodation during your stay.
Get the whole family together at the most special time of the year. From our cosy Woodland Lodges to Spectacular Treehouses, celebrate Christmas time together.
Sleeps from 1 to 8 guests
Woodland Lodges
Practical and popular, our fully-equipped, family-friendly Woodland Lodges feature:
Whatever your age, there’s sure to be something to get you into the festive spirit - from designing your very own Christmas stocking to discovering the magical village on our Festive Treasure Trail. Remember to pre-book your activities to avoid disappointment. Please note that activities are an additional cost. Some festive activities are available only up until Christmas Eve.
Santa's Workshop
A magical festive experience. Make special memories together as you meet Santa and his elves in Santa's Woodland Workshop. You'll get a souvenir photograph and maybe even an early Christmas present…
Available at all locations.
'Tis the season to eat chocolate! Packed with sticky, sweet, chocolatey fun, our famous Festive Chocolate Chefs’ Academy is perfect for budding chefs as they make their very own Christmassy chocolate creations in this unaccompanied session. Ages 3 to 9 years.
Available at all locations.
Piping bags at the ready as you learn a range of professional cake decorating techniques - and transform six ordinary cupcakes into magical Christmassy masterpieces. Minimum age 8 years.
Available at all locations.
The activity that’s loved by all the generations and will leave you with a special Christmas souvenir to take home. Your festive masterpiece will be professionally glazed and fired overnight, so you can treasure it forever. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Available at all locations.
At the heart of our Christmas breaks is Santa’s Woodland Village, covered with a sprinkling of snow. It’s free to enter and you can visit as often as you like. Inside, you’ll find:
Our new Toadstool Cabins, featuring elves in Christmas scenes
Our famous singing reindeer singing your favourite festive tunes
Seasonal sculptures and photo opportunities to capture that perfect family picture
The Forest Festive Fayre, where you can warm up with delicious festive drinks and treats (UK only)
Santa’s Woodland Workshop, with pre-bookable slots to see Santa up until Christmas Eve
Playful elves wandering round the snowy paths, showing off dance moves and magic tricks
The Enchanted Light Garden
This festive season we’re lighting up the forest with a brand-new free Enchanted Light Garden. Watch the little ones look up in awe as you walk through thousands of twinkling lights nestled between the trees and the forest floor. Lose yourself in a magical winter wonderland, surrounded by captivating festive tunes that will have you jingling and dancing along. You can visit every evening of your break.
Christmas Lunch
Hang up your cooking apron and head to one of our restaurants for a traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings. With special children’s menus, little ones can enjoy festive food on the big day too.
Our Subtropical Swimming Paradise is open during the festive breaks. Enjoy a Christmas Day dip and work up an appetite before the big feast. Ride the waves, relax in the whirlpools, tackle the rapids and race down the slides.
