The centre:mk shopping centre has announced details of it’s Christmas Grotto as it returns for 2024.

Opening on 15th November and running through to Christmas Eve, the Grotto is the annual event at the centre:mk in the Middleton Hall that provides visitors with a taste of the holiday season.

As well as confirming the return of the Grotto, the centre:mk have confirmed this year’s edition will be themed around Norbert, who is the character of Santa’s newest reindeer.

Families are welcomed into Santa’s reindeer stable, where they can experience the story of Santa’s newest reindeer, Norbert, in a heartwarming, immersive adventure.

The centre-piece of the grotto will be Norbert, who is a reindeer puppet that communicates through his elf puppeteer and will interact with the children telling a special story of Christmas magic.

On their way to meet Santa, children will make reindeer food in the craft workshop to take home with them, before finally stopping off at Santa’s Grotto where they will have the opportunity to take a family photo with the big man himself and receive a gift.

The centre:mk have confirmed that the full experience lasts around 30 minutes, with booking options now available through the shopping centre’s website.

Tickets are now on sale and are priced at £15.50 for children, £6 for adults and £5 for babies aged one or under. All prices exclude 10% booking fee.