THISTLES WELCOMES FAMILIES TO SANTA’S GROTTO IN SUPPORT FOR STRATHCARRON HOSPICE

Posted on by Chris Walker

– Visit Santa and help raise vital funds for Strathcarron Hospice this Christmas at Thistles, Stirling –

Thistles shopping centre in Stirling has announced the return of its enchanting Santa’s Grotto, opening from Saturday 30th November until Tuesday 24th December. Booking is now open, with every visit supporting Strathcarron Hospice.

This year, Santa Claus will once again be welcoming families to his magical Grotto. With the help of Santa’s Elves, every child can enjoy a festive experience by writing a letter to Santa, taking a seat in his magical sleigh and receiving a special gift from Santa himself.

Santa’s Grotto will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 30th November, plus Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th December between 10am and 5pm. Ticket prices are £7.95 per child, with all proceeds going directly to Thistles’ charity partner, Strathcarron Hospice.

Strathcarron Hospice is a cherished local charity providing free palliative and end of life care for those in Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth. Known for its compassionate approach to care, Strathcarron focuses on helping people live well for as long as possible, offering support to patients and their families. The hospice relies on community donations and fundraising events such as this to continue its vital work.

Gary Turnbull, Centre Director at Thistles, said: “Our Santa’s Grotto has been a stable part of our support of Strathcarron Hospice. We warmly welcome families across Stirling and beyond to experience a bit of holiday magic with us. Last year’s Grotto was a sell-out success, raising over £7,000 for Strathcarron Hospice, and we hope to build on that this year.”

Claire Kennedy, Corporate Fundraiser at Strathcarron Hospice, said: “We’re so happy to continue our partnership with Thistles for another year as the chosen charity for their Christmas grotto. Last year’s event was a tremendous success, and it was heartwarming to see the community come together and raise vital funds for our hospice. The generosity of Stirling’s residents made a huge difference, enabling us to provide essential end-of-life care across Stirling and Forth Valley. This continued support means the world to us, and we’re grateful to be part of such a compassionate and caring community.”

To secure a spot, visitors are encouraged to book early, as spaces fill up quickly. Tickets for the Santa’s Grotto must be pre-booked and are available online at https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/SantasGrotto2024

For more information on Thistles and its festive events, visit www.thistlesstirling.com.