A new Christmas chocolate factory is opening near Birmingham and it's not Cadbury
by Zoe Chamberlain, https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleZoeChamberlain/?fref=ts · Birmingham LiveHow about visiting a hot chocolate factory this Christmas? It's one of a series of new festive attractions opening at Drayton Manor.
There's also a new 'Celebration Square' at the Tamworth theme park which promises to be filled with warming fire pits, live music, entertainment and seasonal treats. Also new for 2024, is a festive light train, which will take guests along a sparkling Christmas light trail.
The Hot Chocolate Factory will be based within the zoo and is included in the Enchanted Christmas Grotto bookings. Families will get to tuck into mugs of steaming cocoa whilst getting creative with their marshmallows and treats.
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Drayton Manor's Christmas Wonderland runs on selected dates from November 23 to December 31. Enchanted Grotto tickets include children's entertainment, time with Santa and a small gift for kids. Find out more and book tickets here.
A spokesman for the resort said: "Make epic memories at Drayton Manor Resort this Christmas. Packed full of festive family fun, the heart of the theme park will be decked with trees, lights and so much more creating the perfect Christmas Wonderland.
"Enjoy your favourite rides in Thomas Land (and a few bonus rides as a festive treat!), stroll through the zoo and, brand new for 2024: Festive Light Train, Hot Chocolate Factory and Celebration Square - sparkling with a special Christmas glow and filled with festive treats. And of course, no visit would be complete without a meet and greet with Santa!"
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He added: "Ever wondered how the perfect hot chocolate is made? We reveal all our secrets in the new Hot Chocolate Factory located in Drayton Manor Zoo. Warm little hands on a cup of sweet cocoa while getting creative with marshmallows and treats! With festive installations lighting up the night sky, this train ride will bring an extra Christmas glow to your visit."
Additional rides that are open include Gold Rush, Accelerator, Blasting Barrels and Sheriff's Showdown. There's also a new Accessible Christmas Grotto, designed for children who may need a little more time and a calmer setting when they meet Santa.