Toy Shop & Create-a-Bear

Use Your Magic Key to Choose a Toy or Bring a Bear to Life

Once you’ve visited Father Christmas in his Woodland Grotto and received your Magic Key, there’s still more wonder to come! Journey to Hatton’s Toy Shop & Create-a-Bear Workshop, where children can unlock the door to their very own Christmas surprise.

Whether they choose a cuddly new friend to build, or a toy to treasure, this is a moment of real joy and it’s included in your ticket.

What Happens in the Toy Shop & Create-a-Bear Area?

  • Unlock the Magic Door – Use your Magic Key to enter this exclusive experience
  • Choose a Toy or Create a Bear – One magical choice per child:
    • 🧸 Create-a-Bear: Pick your plush, stuff it, add a heart, and bring it to life
    • 🎁 Toy Selection: Choose from a special selection of hand-picked festive toys
  • Optional Add-Ons Available – Bear outfits and extras can be purchased separately. Additional bears can also be purchased on the day for £20 per bear.
  • Elves on Hand to Help – Guiding children through their magical moment of choice

Designed for Joy, Tailored for Families

  • Best for ages 2–13
  • One toy or bear per paid child ticket – Adults may not redeem gifts
  • Additional bears available: Extra Create-a-Bear friends can be purchased for £20 on the day
  • Capture the Moment – A brilliant photo opportunity as children “create their bear” or choose their toy

Practical Info for Parents

  •  Location: Accessible only after your Grotto visit – at the top of the park near the entrance
  • Included in Admission: One toy or bear is part of your child’s ticket
  •  Choose One: Children can redeem their Magic Key for either a toy or a bear – not both
  • Extras: Bear outfits and accessories are optional add-ons and not included in your ticket

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