Get the family into the Christmas spirit with a magical winter weekend at the London Wetland Centre.

Children can head down to the northern pine forest to meet Santa in his cosy grotto, hop onboard for a husky sleigh ride, and for the first time enjoy a donkey ride in the meadow, on Saturday December 5 and Sunday December 6.

There's also a chance to have a family photo with one of the huggable huskies and a donkey decked out in their Christmas finery, or go along to the elves workshop and help them make decorations and small toys in preparation for the big day!

On Sunday (Dec 6) only, Fullers shire horse dray rides will be available from midday to 3pm.

Meet Father Christmas in his grotto at London Wetland Centre

The nature reserve located in Barnes, is home to a range of wildlife species including birds, bats, and amphibians, and families can take a stroll among the lakes, meadows and ponds and have Christmas lunch in the Water's Edge Cafe.

Normal admission prices apply.

Visit to Santa is £6 per child (cash only) including a goody bag (cannot be pre-booked)

For more information visit WWT London Wetland Centre.