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A Very Merry Christmas at Eureka! (Gruffalo's Child storytelling, trail)

Name: A Very Merry Christmas at Eureka! (Gruffalo's Child storytelling, trail)
Start: 2026-12-05
End: 2027-01-03
Location: Eureka! The National Children's Museum

5 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027December weekends, daily 18-23 Dec and 28 Dec-3 Jan; storytelling 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
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Eureka! The National Children's Museum, HalifaxAbout 50 min drive from Timperley
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£10–25Included with museum admission; storytelling booked on arrival
Good for most agesIndoors
On saleIncluded with admission; storytelling booked on arrival, crafts and trail drop-in
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A Very Merry Christmas at Eureka! is on at Eureka! The National Children's Museum, Halifax from 5 December to 3 January 2027. It's about 50 minutes' drive from Timperley. Prices are £10 to £25 a ticket. You need to book ahead. It suits most ages, and it's indoors, so it works whatever the weather.

Last checked Sat 17 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: play.eureka.org.uk. Report a problem

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