Winter Wonderland at Westport House

Selected dates from November 24 – December 23, 2018

Enjoy a magical family Christmas experience at Winter Wonderland at the award-winning Westport House, Mayo this year. Winter Wonderland at Westport House is brimming with Christmas cheer. Escape the wintery weather and head for the warmth of open fires, twinkling lights, the aroma of pine and cinnamon and all the tinsel trimmings in the historic Estate House. With story-telling, face painting, crafting, treats, a visit with dear old Santa Claus and the Santa Express Train across the Estate, Winter Wonderland at Westport House is an authentic, old fashioned Christmas experience for all the family to share.

Tickets are €15 for infants (under 2 years) including small gift, €28.50 for children (aged 2+ years) including small gift and €14 for adults. Babies celebrating their First Christmas are welcome free of charge and will receive a complimentary gift. Runs on selected dates November 24^th to December 23^rd, 2018. See www.westporthouse.ie to check dates, book tickets, add on items and further information. Group bookings are also available. Contact the Westport House Elves on 098 27766 / info@westporthouse.ie

For little Christmas fans with autism and sensory disorders, December 6th sees a special Sensory Santa Visit take place from 3pm to 8pm. The Christmas hustle and bustle is toned down, and families can enjoy individual visits with Santa Claus and all the other Winter Wonderland events, just at a slower pace. Complimentary adult carer ticket available. For bookings contact 098 27766, Sensory Santa is not available to book online.

Santa’s Little Helper will greet little ones on the steps of the House and bring them for a magical story-time with Mrs. Claus. Then on to the Ginger Bread Man workshop in the Long Gallery, where kids can decorate their own delicious treat. Stop by the Christmas Wishing Tree followed by a visit with Santa Claus in his magical grotto for a chat, a small gift and a treasured photograph. Visit the elves hard at work in the Elves Workshop, where children can craft a lovely decoration for their own Christmas tree.

After all that hard work, it’s time for a Christmas snack in the Old Kitchen Café, with complimentary juice for kids and a free festive refreshment for grown-ups. Homemade sweet and savoury dishes can also be purchased. Then it’s off on the Santa Express Train to enjoy the magnificent winter views throughout the Estate. Winter Wonderland at Westport House is an authentic, old fashioned Christmas experience, a special day out for all the family to share.

Make it a great Family Christmas Break at Hotel Westport on the Estate. Enjoy four-star luxury, fantastic dining, indoor pool, sauna, spa treatments and enjoy all the Christmas shopping that Westport has to offer. As a special Christmas gift to guests, family bookings on selected dates will also receive complimentary family passes to Winter Wonderland at Westport House. Prices start at €139 for a one-night B&B break for a family of four including Winter Wonderland tickets. For more details, great offers, bookings and information see www.hotelwestport.ie