Our vibrant events are your passport to year-round fun and learning! Imagine your kids’ glee at Santa’s Grotto, a magical Christmas event. Our interactive kids’ trails are a perfect blend of fun and learning, stimulating young minds. Fancy a cozy afternoon? Our Sunflower Cafes offer lovely afternoon teas where you can relax and treat yourself to mouthwatering delights. For foodies, our Weber certified BBQ courses are a fantastic way to brush up on your grilling skills with expert help. And guess what? We even have special character visits to our store, turning your little ones’ dream of meeting their favorite characters into reality!
Christmas Activity
Christmas Shopping Evening
Great Shelford
Thursday 6th November – 6pm-9pm
We will be offering 10% off everything* instore. Enjoy delicious tasters and meet the makers of your Food Hall favourites.
We will be offering a festive supper in our Greenhouse Café.
Christmas Activity
The Arrival of Santa
Great Shelford
Saturday 15th November – 10am-12pm
Santa will be arriving at Scotsdales for a Christmas procession to truly kick off the festive season. He will be joined by a number of family favourite characters such as the Ice Queen, Spider Hero, and more.
Children's Activity
Santa's Grotto at Horningsea
Horningsea
Various Dates & Times throughout December
Join us for a visit to Santa’s Traditional Grotto experience at our Horningsea store.
All boys and girls will get the chance to choose a present they’ll love from Santa’s Toy Room.
Pre-booking is required.
Children's Activity
Festive Friends Christmas Trail
Great Shelford
Sunday 16th November – Tuesday 24th December
Join us for a magical journey on the Enchanted Elevator to Discover all our festive friends hidden around our store to earn a tasty reward!
Children's Activity
Santa's Grotto at Horningsea
Fordham & Horningsea
Sunday 16th November – Tuesday 24th December
Come and immerse yourself in the holiday cheer along our enchanting festive trail; a delicious, well-deserved treat awaits all those who complete it!
Children's Activity
Letter From Santa
All Stores
Sunday 16th November – Tuesday 24th December
Write and post a letter to Santa instore to receive a reply through the post!
Children's Activity
Santa's Grotto & The Enchanted Elevator
Great Shelford
Various Dates & Times throughout November & December
Join us for a magical journey on the Enchanted Elevator to Santa’s Toy Workshop lead by an elf to meet the jolly man himself.
All boys and girls will get the chance to choose a present they’ll love from Santa’s Toy Room.
Pre-booking is required.
Family Activity
ANTIQUE VALUATION WEDNESDAYS
Great Shelford
Every Wednesday – 10am – 2pm
Antique experts Hansons Auctioneers will be providing FREE valuations of your treasured collectables, jewellery and more! Valuations will take place in our Garden Furniture Department.
Social Activity
Tot-Tastic Tuesday
Fordham, Sunflower Café
Every Tuesday – 9am – 12pm
Parent and baby / small child group. Come and mingle with other mums, dads and children. Join us every Tuesday between 9am and 12pm at our Sunflower Café Marquee in Fordham.
Social Activity
Knit And Natter Group
Fordham, Sunflower Café
Every Monday – 9am – 12pm
Do you knit? Do needlepoint? Lacing? Cross stitch? Join us every Monday between 9am and 12pm at our Sunflower Café in Fordham to meet like minded people and learn new skills. All abilities are welcome.
Meet and Greet Event
Roger Leivers Meet the Author & Book Signing
Great Shelford
Friday 16th & Saturday 17th May 2025 – 9am – 5.30pm
Meet local history author Roger Leivers and get the chance to own a signed copy of his WWII books Stirling to Essen & Godmanchester at War.
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Children's Meet & Greet Event
Meet Rapunzel & Voyager Princess
Great Shelford
Friday 11th April 2025 – 10:00am to 11:30am
An enchanting meet
& greet princess event. Come as you are, or why
not dress up as your
favourite fairytale character
Gardening Activity
The Tallest Sunflower Competition
Grow the tallest sunflower to win a £100 Scotsdales voucher and your name on the Sunflower Shield!
Share a photo of yourself with your sunflower and a measuring tape on Instagram with the hashtag #ScotsdalesSunnies or send to Sunflowers@scotsdales.com.
Competition closes Sunday 31st August. The winner will be contacted directly after the competition closes. Competition open to all ages.
Children's Activity
The Beach at Horningsea
Horningsea
Open Daily from Friday 18th April 25 – 10am – 2pm
The giant sandpit is back at Scotsdales Horningsea for 2025. Children are welcome to use freely between 10am and 2pm daily starting from Friday 18th April 2025.
Bring your spades and buckets and encourage outdoor play in a safe and sheltered environment. Perfect for families and anyone looking to keep children entertained during the summer months.
Children's Meet & Greet Event
Meet Spider Hero & The Ghost Spider
Great Shelford
Friday 18th April 2025 –
10am – 11.30am
Meet and greet the awesome Spider Hero & The Ghost Spider. Come as you are, or why not dress up as your favourite hero or villain!
