Storytime, trail and crafts
Join Waterlily the elf for a magical story-led experience at our Wetland Wonderland.
A magical Christmas adventure for families at WWT Slimbridge
Can your little elves help the Slimbridge Swans save Christmas?
This Christmas, join a magical family adventure at WWT Slimbridge and help save the festive season. Follow the enchanting 'How the Slimbridge Swans Saved Christmas' story trail, spot wow-facts and jokes alongside Santa's elves, and discover what makes WWT Slimbridge so special in winter. Along the way, enjoy festive crafts, get creative with Christmas-themed activities and make memories together on a fun-filled seasonal day out in Gloucestershire.
Perfect for families with children, this interactive Christmas experience combines storytelling, nature and hands-on festive fun, all set within the beautiful wetlands of WWT Slimbridge.
When is the story trail running?
Dates: Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December, Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Monday 21, Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 December
Tickets: included with admission or WWT membership.
Waterlily’s Library
Gather round to hear Waterlily the elf’s story, How the Slimbridge Swans Saved Christmas. The story will start at 10:45am, 11:30am, 12:15pm, 1:15pm, or 2:00pm. We will be hosting quiet and calm storytelling sessions where the music will be quieter and Waterlily will take a more gentle approach at 10:00am and 2:45pm.
Character trail
Explore the wetlands with your Little Book of Joy, spotting animal characters from the story (and their best cracker jokes).
Elf workshop
Step into Cuddle the elf’s magical workshop and make your very own willow star to take home for your tree (for free) – just like the gift from Santa to Lottie in the story! Open from 10:30am to 4:30pm in the Art Hub.
Resident wetland animals
As you spot the characters you’ll also meet some real-life frogs, swans, flamingos, mice and an otter.
