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SUMMARY:The Garden Room Cafe at Christopher's
DESCRIPTION:The new café launches on Friday 16th October 2026 \nA welcoming\, weekly drop-in space for families at Christopher’s Hospice.  A regular\, informal opportunity for families to meet\, access support\, maybe try a craft and enjoy refreshments together. \nStaff from our Community\, Family Support\, Counselling and Therapies teams will be on hand each week with a chance to catch up with our In-House team too\, over a coffee or tea. \nThe Garden Room Café is a safe space to share experiences in a friendly\, relaxed atmosphere. You may see familiar faces\, or get to know new families\, become more familiar with the hospice and learn how we can support you and how you can support each other. \nThe Café will open its doors for the first time on Friday 16th October. It will run every Friday morning from 10.00-11.30am.   \nThere is no need to book\, just sign in at Christopher’s reception and join us in the Garden Room. \nThis is a space for\, parents\, grandparents and other adult family members. Carers and children are welcome too if they are not at school and siblings will be welcome during school holidays. \nIf you have any questions\, please email familyevents@shootingstar.org.uk
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/the-garden-room-cafe-2026-10-23/2026-11-27/
LOCATION:Christopher’s (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, Old Portsmouth Road\, Artington\, England\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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SUMMARY:Carols by Candlelight at Christopher's
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Carols by Candlelight at Christopher’s for a night filled with Christmas cheer\, featuring the Wey Community Gospel Choir. \n\n\n\n  \nJoin other Shooting Star families and staff at Christopher’s on Wednesday 2nd December 2026 at 6:00pm for a magical evening filled with songs\, stories and carols to kickstart the festive season. Parents\, grandparents\, siblings and other family members all welcome. \n  \nWey Community Gospel Choir\, based in Guildford\, is returning for a second year. The inclusive choir brings people together through the joy of singing. With wellbeing at its heart\, the choir offers a fun\, supportive space where everyone can feel uplifted\, connected\, and empowered through gospel music. Their performances reflect the harmony\, energy\, and warmth that define the group. \n  \nAfter the carol singing\, we will have hot chocolate and delicious homemade gingerbread treats. Get into the holiday spirit and create lasting memories with your loved ones. \n  \nChristmas jumpers are optional but always welcome! \n  \nPlease make sure to book a ticket for each person you plan to bring and book early to avoid disappointment.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/carols-by-candlelight-at-christophers-4/
LOCATION:Christopher’s\, Old Portsmouth Rd\, Artington\, Artington\, near Guildford\, Surrey\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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SUMMARY:Santa's Winter Wonderland (Saturday session)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the magic of Santa’s Winter Wonderland. Come to SSH and enjoy some Christmas crafts\, meet Santa in his Grotto and much more! \n\n\n  \nWelcome to Santa’s Winter Wonderland at Shooting Star House! 🎅🎄 \n  \nGet ready for a magical experience with Santa and his elves at our special festive event. Join us on Saturday 12 December between 2 and 5pm at Shooting Star House for a day filled with joy and wonder. Children will receive a special present from Santa. There will be creative Christmas crafts\, fun activities\, festive drinks and sweet treats too! \n  \nWrap up warm and join the festivities. \n  \nPlease book a ticket for each person attending and make sure you add the name and age of all children coming. Give us an idea of what’s on their Christmas Wish List and we’ll pass that on to Santa and his elves!
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/santas-winter-wonderland/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, The Avenue\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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SUMMARY:Santa's Winter Wonderland (Sunday session)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the magic of Santa’s Winter Wonderland. Come to SSH and enjoy some Christmas crafts\, meet Santa in his Grotto and much more! \n\n\n\n\n  \nWelcome to Santa’s Winter Wonderland at Shooting Star House! 🎅🎄 \n  \nGet ready for a magical experience with Santa and his elves at our special festive event. Join us on Sunday 13 December between 10am and 1pm at Shooting Star House for a day filled with joy and wonder. Children will receive a special present from Santa. There will be creative Christmas crafts\, fun activities\, festive drinks and sweet treats too! \n  \nWrap up warm and join the festivities. \n  \nPlease book a ticket for each person attending and make sure you add the name and age of all children coming. Give us an idea of what’s on their Christmas Wish List and we’ll pass that on to Santa and his elves! \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/santas-winter-wonderland-sunday-session/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, The Avenue\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261218T110000
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SUMMARY:Santa's Reindeer (session 1)
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa and his reindeer at Silverbeck Farm in Churt\, Surrey! \n\n\nSanta’s reindeer are resting in Churt before they head to the North Pole for Christmas delivery duties! 🎅🦌 \n  \nExperience the magic of Christmas with Santa’s special helpers on Friday 18th December 2026 from 11am-11.45am. Meet Santa’s reindeer up close\, take photos\, and enjoy some festive treats! \n  \nSay hello to the reindeer before knocking on the door of Santa’s enchanting grotto. He will welcome you in\, you can sit on his sleigh\, sing songswith him and children will receive a special gift.  \n  \nThere is parking onsite\, just outside Santa’s Grotto. Wheelchairs are welcome\, with just a small step to enter the grotto. We also recommend wellies and coats -it can be chilly in Churt in November. \n  \nFurther instructions \nThe postcode is GU10 2HL.\nDrive along Jumps Road\, until you see a small\, round brick island with a tree planted in the middle. There will be a blue Shooting Star sail to mark the spot – just in front of a set of black metal gates. Press the buzzer for Silverbeck (not the farm) and the gates will open. Wind your way down the magical\, tree-lined driveway and head round to the right towards the barn. You’ll be greeted by SSCH staff who will show you where to park. \n  \nSpace is limited\, so please check the dates and book early. \n  \nDon’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/santas-reindeer-session-1/
LOCATION:Jumps Road\, Jumps Road\, Churt\, England\, GU10\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261218T114500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261218T123000
DTSTAMP:20261008T164903Z
CREATED:20261008T163453Z
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UID:92081-1797594300-1797597000@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Reindeer (session 2)
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa and his reindeer at Silverbeck Farm in Churt\, Surrey! \n\n\nSanta’s reindeer are resting in Churt before they head to the North Pole for Christmas delivery duties! 🎅🦌 \n  \nExperience the magic of Christmas with Santa’s special helpers on Friday 18th December 2026 from 11am-11.45am. Meet Santa’s reindeer up close\, take photos\, and enjoy some festive treats! \n  \nSay hello to the reindeer before knocking on the door of Santa’s enchanting grotto. He will welcome you in\, you can sit on his sleigh\, sing songswith him and children will receive a special gift.  \n  \nThere is parking onsite\, just outside Santa’s Grotto. Wheelchairs are welcome\, with just a small step to enter the grotto. We also recommend wellies and coats -it can be chilly in Churt in November. \n  \nFurther instructions \nThe postcode is GU10 2HL.\nDrive along Jumps Road\, until you see a small\, round brick island with a tree planted in the middle. There will be a blue Shooting Star sail to mark the spot – just in front of a set of black metal gates. Press the buzzer for Silverbeck (not the farm) and the gates will open. Wind your way down the magical\, tree-lined driveway and head round to the right towards the barn. You’ll be greeted by SSCH staff who will show you where to park. \n  \nSpace is limited\, so please check the dates and book early. \n  \nDon’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/santas-reindeer-session-2/
LOCATION:Jumps Road\, Jumps Road\, Churt\, England\, GU10\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261221T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261221T114500
DTSTAMP:20261008T171319Z
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SUMMARY:Santa's Reindeer    (session 4)
DESCRIPTION:Come and see Santa’s reindeer at a farm in Churt\, Surrey!\n\n\nVisit Santa and his reindeer at Silverbeck Farm in Churt\, Surrey!\n  \nSanta’s reindeer are resting in Churt before they head to the North Pole for Christmas delivery duties! 🎅🦌 \nExperience the magic of Christmas with Santa’s special helpers on Friday 18th December 2026 from 11-11.45am. Meet Santa’s reindeer up close\, take photos\, and enjoy some festive treats! \nSay hello to the reindeer before knocking on the door of Santa’s enchanting grotto. He will welcome you in\, you can sit on his sleigh\, sing songswith him and children will receive a special gift. \nThere is parking onsite\, just outside Santa’s Grotto. \nWheelchairs are welcome\, with just a small step to enter the grotto. \nWe also recommend wellies and coats -it can be chilly in Churt in November. \n  \nFurther instructions \nThe postcode is GU10 2HL.\nDrive along Jumps Raod\, until you see a small\, round brick island with a tree planted in the middle. There will be a blue Shooting Star sail to mark the spot – just in front of a set of black metal gates. Press the buzzer for Silverbeck (not the farm) and the gates will open. Wind your way down the magical\, tree-lined driveway and head round to the right towards the barn. You’ll be greeted by SSCH staff who will show you where to park. \nSpace is limited\, so please check the dates and book early. \nDon’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/santas-reindeer-session-4/
LOCATION:Jumps Road\, Jumps Road\, Churt\, England\, GU10\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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