Father Christmas has got a busy schedule at Elan Valley Visitor Centre this year. In addition to joining in with our Festive Breakfast and welcoming children to his Winter Wonderland Grotto, he’ll be switching on our Christmas lights too!

Join him at the visitor centre on Friday 6 December for our Christmas lights launch. Builth Wells Ladies Choir will be adding some festive cheer and there’ll be free hot chocolate and mince pies for everyone.

In addition, to help your Christmas budget stretch a bit further, there’s a special sale in our shop offering 10% discount* plus free parking.

This event is run by Dwr Cwmru Welsh Water at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Please ring 01597 810880 if you require any more information.

Date: Friday 6 December

Gift Shop Sale & Free Parking: 2.30pm – 6.00pm

Father Christmas Arrives: 4.30pm

Christmas Lights Switch-On: 5.00pm

* not including alcohol & binoculars

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