Ashley Centre in Epsom kicked off the holiday season in style with its Christmas Lights Switch-On event on Saturday, 23rd November. The whole centre was buzzing with excitement, featuring all sorts of fun activities like roaming entertainers, face painting, and a fantastic performance by the Epsom Rock Choir. The big moment came at 4pm when the cast of the Epsom Playhouse Cinderella Panto helped Ashley Bear switch on the twinkling Christmas lights, filling the air with festive cheer!
But that wasn’t all—Elsa from Frozen also joined the fun, singing for the crowd and getting everyone into the Christmas spirit with some classic holiday songs. It was a magical moment, and families were loving it!
Throughout the weekend, visitors could explore the Artisan Christmas Fair, packed with amazing gifts from local crafters. Plus, they could take a ride on the exclusive VR sleigh ride, offering a snowy, virtual adventure that was a hit with everyone from kids to adults.
Then, on Sunday, 24th November, the fun continued with Bluey and Bingo making a special appearance! The much-loved characters took part in interactive storytime sessions, had meet-and-greet photo ops, and joined in on some festive fun with the families.
What’s next at Ashley Centre?
The Christmas fun doesn’t stop here! Check out what’s coming up:
- VR Sleigh Ride (23rd Nov – 24th Dec): Don’t miss the chance to take a magical virtual journey through a snowy Winter Wonderland. It’s available every day from 11am – 4pm.
- Artisan Christmas Fair (14th – 24th December): Shop for unique, handmade gifts from local crafters. Perfect for finding something special for your loved ones.
- 14th & 15th December: Santa’s naughty elves will be causing trouble around the centre, while Santa himself will be around for photos and meet-and-greets. Plus, there’ll be free face painting to keep everyone entertained!
- 21st & 22nd December: Watch out—the Grinch is coming to town! Expect mini stage shows, photo ops, and plenty of holiday mischief.
With live performances, festive activities, and tons of fun things to do, Ashley Centre is the place to be this Christmas season. Keep an eye on the website and follow us on social media for all the latest updates. Bring the whole family and join in the holiday magic!