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Christmas at the Dragon Miniature Railway (Father Christmas grotto and decorated train circuit, Romiley and Marple Lions)

Name: Christmas at the Dragon Miniature Railway (Father Christmas grotto and decorated train circuit, Romiley and Marple Lions)
Start: 2026-11-28
End: 2026-12-20
Location: Dobbies Garden Centre

28 Nov – 20 Dec 2026Father Christmas arrives Sat 28 Nov, then weekends to Christmas; times to be posted
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Dobbies Garden Centre, MarpleAbout 30 min drive from Timperley
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Under £102025 prices were £8 per child grotto, £2 adult train ride, cash only; 2026 not yet published
Good for most agesOutdoors

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Christmas at the Dragon Miniature Railway is on at Dobbies Garden Centre, Marple from 28 November to 20 December. It's about 30 minutes' drive from Timperley. Prices are under £10 a ticket. There's no need to book. It suits most ages, and it's outdoors, so dress for the weather.

Last checked Sun 18 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: marple.website. Report a problem

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Under £10No booking needed

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Christmas at the Dragon Miniature Railway (Father Christmas grotto and decorated train circuit, Romiley and Marple Lions)

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