‘Best Santa sleigh in the UK’ complete with ‘flying reindeer’ heading for Grimsby this Christmas Eve

“An experience your child won’t forget” is promised with a visit to Grimsby this Christmas by the UK Santa Sleigh Tour.

Organisers have published a schedule of stop-offs for Santa and his super sleigh, which takes in Grimsby on the most magical night of the year – Christmas Eve. It comes complete with nine life-size “flying” reindeer (courtesy of some clever hydraulics), snow machines and a sound system, to make the experience extra festive and fun.

Some special children’s favourites are also expected to get in on the act, with Santa Sleigh Tour teasing pictures with characters from Bluey. They said: “Come have a sing along with our friendly elves and get a present from Santa.

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“The best Santa sleigh in the UK is coming. This will certainly be an experience your child won’t forget.” On Christmas Eve, it will be Grimsby’s turn to welcome the big man in red and his sled.

Some details have been revealed where families will be able to see the sleigh and its entourage in this area. On Tuesday, December 24, the Santa Sleigh Tour is scheduled to appear as follows:

• 11am – West Marsh, Boulevard Park car park

• 1pm – Willows, The Valiant car park

• 3pm – Immingham, The Civic car park

• 5pm – East Marsh, The Empire pub

• 7pm – Nunsthorpe, Get Your Glow On sunbed shop

Before Grimsby, Santa and his sleigh are set to touch down in Scunthorpe, on Monday, December 23, although no exact details of the location/s have been announced. Earlier on and across the water, the Santa Sleigh Tour is also visiting Hull, on Thursday, December 19.