Filling the grotto with cards

THIS year, Dudley Canal Trust's Father Christmas has a very special request—he wants children to send him a Christmas card.

All the cards that are received will be delivered to Santa in his underground grotto, where they will be displayed to be seen by everyone who visits this Christmas.

Filling the grotto

Mick Morris, Chief Executive of Dudley Canal Trust Trips, explains:

"We're hoping to fill Santa's underground home with Christmas cards from local children So looking out for the card you've sent will be just one of many magical experiences visitors get when they come and see Santa with us."

Boats to see Santa are departing on weekend dates between 7th and 21st December and also Monday 22nd December, for a one-hour trip into the caverns. Departure times are available between 10am and 5pm. Tickets are £10.80 which includes a hot drink and a mince pie for adults and a gift for children. Other refreshments will also be on sale on the canal towpath.

Cards can be home-made or shop-bought, and should be posted to Father Christmas:
c/o Dudley Canal Trust Trips Ltd
501 Birmingham New Road
Dudley
DY1 4SB