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Our Family Christmas Event is today! View the updated event schedule now

We’re looking forward to seeing you and your children at our Family Christmas on Campus event today, Monday 11 December.

Santa stood in the doorway of his Grotto, holding a present

Below, you’ll find all the information you need ahead of the event:

Schedule:

  • Silly Scott, our children’s entertainer, will be performing in the Terrace Restaurant between 16:15 – 16:45 and 17:15 – 17:45.
  • Face painting will be available between 16:00 – 18:00 in The Arlott Bar and The Bridge.
  • Santa’s Grotto will be open between 16:00 – 18:00 in The Bridge, where we will also have a tombola for the children.
  • *Unfortunately, due to today’s windy and wet weather, we won’t be able to hold the fireworks display which was originally due to take place at 17:50. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

What refreshments will be on offer?

  • You will be able to exchange your Eventbrite ticket for a tea, coffee or hot chocolate from 16:00 at the service points in either The Bridge or the Staff Social Club. There will also be juice and a gingerbread man for children.
  • Drinks and snacks are limited to one per registration, gingerbread men for children only.
  • The Arlott and The Bridge will also be open until 18:00 operating as a cash bar.

Information Points:

  • Information points will be in the Staff Club and Students’ Union. Any lost children will be brought to the closest information point and broadcasts will be made over the PA system.
  • Wristbands will be available to parents of children at the Welcome Desk, for them to complete with their child’s name and an emergency contact telephone number.

Parking:

  • All parking restrictions on Highfield Campus will be lifted at 15:30, guests will be able to park in any vacant parking bay (unless designated for a specific purpose), including ‘Pay and Display’ areas.

Please be advised that anyone under 16 must be accompanied to the event by a responsible adult.

Don’t forget:

  • Your ticket. You will not be able to claim your refreshments without it. Either print a copy or have the QR code available on your smart phone for scanning.
  • Your University staff/student ID.
  • Cash to spend for further drinks in The Arlott or The Bridge

If you have any questions about the event please email: [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you for this festive family occasion! 😊

 
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