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Story Explorers - Christmas fun for pre-schoolers

Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham · 2 December to 16 December 2026

The house at Polesden Lacey across its lawnPhoto: ChrisParkinson, CC BY-SA 3.0
2 Dec to 16 Dec

Photo: ChrisParkinson, CC BY-SA 3.0

Story Explorers is a series of three Wednesday morning sessions at Polesden Lacey in Great Bookham, on 2, 9 and 16 December 2026, from 10.30am to 11.30am. Each session includes a Christmas story, rhymes and a nature-based craft activity for pre-schoolers and their grown-ups. Booking is recommended.

Highlights

  • Three Wednesday sessions, 2, 9 and 16 December 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am
  • Christmas story, rhymes and a nature-based craft for pre-schoolers
  • Booking recommended; check the official page for price

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Polesden Lacey, RH5 6BD

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