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Christmas at Gladstone’s Library Venue Cymru Venue Cymru in Llandudno will be finishing this year on a magical high with their Christmas panto. Join Aladdin on his magic carpet and soar through an evening of classic pantomime fun, with Luke Higgins from E4’s Stage School in the lead role. Better known for his magic on the field, Welsh rugby superstar Gareth Thomas will be transformed into the Genie of the lamp. Llandudno’s favourite comedian John Evans is back as Aladdin’s hapless brother Wishee Washee, in his 10th consecutive Venue Cymru Christmas panto appearance! The pantomime runs from 10th December right up until 31st December <strong>2016</strong>. Venue Cymru will ring in the new year with its busiest programme yet, jampacked with musicals, gigs and plays throughout the year. 2017 highlights will include Sunny Afternoon from 14th–18th February, a musical based on the music and lyrics of the Kinks, followed in March by crowd-pleasers Ghost: The Musical and The Full Monty. Summer 2017 will see the National Theatre bringing their award-winning production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, and the West End hit The Play That Goes Wrong will be smashing its way through Venue Cymru too. For full line-up information and to book tickets visit www.venuecymru.co.uk or call 01492 872 000. A roaring fire, home-cooked mince pies and a gloriously dressed Christmas tree taking pride of place in the common room? Christmas is coming to Gladstone’s Library! From Thursday 1st December until Sunday 18th December, enjoy Christmas Lunch served in the beautiful bistro from 12pm – 2pm. Choose two or three courses from the tasty menu including succulent honey roast gammon, roast turkey with all the trimmings, butternut squash and goat’s cheese pithivier, traditional Christmas pudding and more! Treat yourself to a special sweet or savoury Christmas Afternoon Tea, with mince pies and a glass of Prosecco, throughout December. Make the most of free entry to the everpopular Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday 11th December, 10.30am – 4pm. Browse stalls from well-loved local crafters, bursting at the seams with gifts and treats. Or discover a range of books in the Library’s very own bookstore, Gladbooks. Take a long weekend to explore the themes of Film and Theology at this year’s final residential from 6th – 8th Fun at the Ice Cream Farm December, which includes screenings of The Lady in the Van, 45 Years, Spotlight, Carol and Mad Max: Fury Road. Plus, right now you can take advantage of a special twofor-one offer on B&B accommodation! Stay at the Library with a friend or family member in a Double or Twin room any time until 31st January 2017, and only pay the price of the equivalent single room. (Quote ‘FRIEND16S’ for a standard room or ‘FRIEND16E’ for an en suite room.) Bookings must be made in advance for Christmas Lunch and Christmas Afternoon Tea. For further details about any of the above, please visit www.gladstoneslibrary.org, call 01244 532350 or email enquiries@gladlib.org The Ice Cream Farm is the stuff dreams are made of. Not only can you visit the Guinness World Record-holding World’s Largest Ice Cream Shop, and enjoy loads of play experiences and a magical snowing ice cream tree, you can indulge in 50 varieties of their very own Cheshire Farm Ice Cream, which has been scooping award after award for the last 30 years. As if all that wasn’t enough, this Christmas there’s extra fun thanks to the Elf Adventure Challenge, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout December. It’s a festive family experience, perfect for kids aged 2-10 and their grown-ups. Santa’s elves will take you on a magical journey, filled with adventures, games and loads of fun. Booking is essential. Visit www.elfadventurechallenge.com for tickets and more information. Open all year, Honeycomb Canyon is a sensational indoor sand and water play area, perfect for escaping the British weather. Outside, Daisy’s Garden is a spectacular free play area, Strawberry Falls is a mouth-watering ice cream-themed adventure golf course and Scoop JCBs give children the chance to operate their own digger. Ice Cream Farm Play Passes are a great gift for friends (or yourself!), giving access to all the attractions at amazing value. Passes start at £12. For full information visit www.theicecreamfarm.co.uk or follow The Ice Cream Farm on Facebook: facebook.com/icecreamfarm. { 1 1 }
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