Lakeside Village

Santa's Chalet Opening Times
2022-12-22 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-21 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-20 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-19 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-18 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-17 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-11 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-10 11:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) and 2 more dates | Lakeside Village, White Rose Way, Doncaster, England, DN4 5PJ, United Kingdom
Get in the festive spirit and plan a visit to see Santa at Lakeside Village this Christmas.

We are asking for a £2 donation to Doncaster Mind, free gifts will be given to all children.

Festive Fun
2022-12-17 10:00 - 2022-12-18 16:30
Lakeside Village is full of Festive Fun this weekend.
And Christmas wouldn’t be the same without a visit from Santa who is back in his homely grotto in an eye-catching log cabin located near Etto Caffe, creating an ideal ‘Father Christmas’ photo opportunity for all young visitors. The Santa’s Grotto is free with no booking required but a £2 donation is being recommended which will go towards Lakeside Village’s Charity of the Year, Doncaster Mind. Each child will also receive a small gift.
The grotto will be open from Saturday 17 December from 11am until 4pm (Santa will be away feeding the reindeer between 1pm and 1.30pm).
A special post box is onsite allowing children to post their must-have Christmas lists straight to the North Pole.
Look out for the Festive stilt walkers who will be posing for pictures from 11am.
Our Christmas trail is just for fun, collect your entry form from guest services and see if you can find the answers around the centre.
On Saturday 17 December, our festive Carol singers will perform 4 x 20 min sets from 11am. Doncaster Mind will be in a marquee near Etto, why not pop in and enjoy some mindful crafting to make the mental elf.
On Sunday 18 December, Cosmic 21 will give 2 performances starting at 2pm and 3pm. Look out for our ballerina in a bauble and the stilt walking nut cracker soldier, share your picture with us on social using #LVDoncaster.

Festive Artisan & Craft Fayre
2022-12-03 10:00 - 17:00
A festive showcase of quirky gifts your friends & loved ones will cherish.

Alongside our Festive Artisan & Craft Fayre will be a jolly visit from Santa, a great opportunity for photos & sharing your dream wish list (have you been naughty or nice this Christmas?) -11.00 AM – 4.00 PM

(we kindly ask for a £2 donation to Doncaster Mind if you are visiting Santa in his chalet. There will be a FREE gift for all visiting children.)

If singing is your passion come & watch Tickhill & District Male Voice Choir sing their hearts out – 11.00 AM -12.30 PM

For a traditional merry throwback come & visit the The La Di Dahs dance all day long – 11.30 AM , 12.30 PM, 1.30 PM

LV Artisan Christmas Event

Hallam FM Mission Christmas Drop Off
2022-11-17 09:30 - 2022-12-18 16:30
Mission Christmas is the biggest Christmas gift appeal in the UK, offering unique opportunities to engage with the local community in support of local children.

We’re looking for new and unwrapped gifts suitable for children and young people aged 0-18.

0-3 years – Teddies, Musical Toys, My First Toys, Rattles, Books, Play Mats

3-5 years – Cars, Dolls, Jigsaws, Dress Up items, Playdoh, Colouring Books & Pencils

5-7 Years – Lego, Arts & Craft Sets, Skipping Ropes, Make Your own photo frame, snow globe, jewellery set, action figures, Board Games

9-12 Years – Board Games, Make Up Sets, Nail Varnish

12-18 Years – Toiletries, Electrical items, aftershave & perfume, jewellery, puzzles, make up, books, lunch boxes, duvet sets.

Visit our guest services from 17 November to drop off.

Get Digital Support
2022-11-09 10:00 - 2022-12-01 14:00, 2022-11-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-07 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-31 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-25 08:00 - 17:00 and 4 more dates
Join Voluntary Action Doncaster at Lakeside shopping village Mon/Tues/Wed 10am – 2pm. We will be on hand to provide digital support, answer your NHS App queries and guide you through the NHS App registration process. We have access to courses to improve your digital skills, helpful tips to save money on your home broadband and prizes for completing the “How Digital is Doncaster?” survey. Please come along and see at Unit 50 Lakeside Shopping Village Doncaster (Next to the Cadbury Shop) .

digital support

Halloween Spooktacular
2022-10-29 09:00 - 18:00
LV Halloween Web event

What are you doing this Halloween? Why not head down to Lakeside Village for a spooky day out? Fun for all the family.

Meet Mr & Mrs Pumpkin for photo opportunities.Take fun photos in the pumpkin patch. Bring out your inner designer whilst crafting your very own Halloween mask. Make up some magically delicious potions & biscuits.& get involved with our scary spiders competition (for more information please click here)

Le Vian Event @Ernest Jones
2022-10-27 00:00 - 23:59
Ernest Jones is thrilled to be hosting a prestigious one-day event at Lakeside Village where they will be showcasing sought-after pieces from its exquisitely crafted Platinum Collection. Renowned for its revered fancy-color diamonds and vibrant gemstones, Le Vian masterfully fuses colour and couture with innovative, handmade designs. The magic behind the jewels began over 500 years ago in Persia; today, its unique pieces adorn some of the most famous people in the world.
We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to create your very own iconic jewellery moment, via a treasure trove of dazzling jewels that pay tribute to Le Vian’s rich Persian heritage. A handpicked selection of one-of-a-kind pieces – boasting its very own trademarked Vanilla Diamonds, Passion Rubies and Blueberry Sapphires – will be available to view, try on and purchase before anyone else. And, with a Le Vian expert on hand throughout the day, you can learn more about the family-run business that bought us chocolate diamonds.

Sing to your hearts desire with Blu Crew choir
2022-10-22 10:00 - 16:00
Sing to your hearts desire, shop festive merchandise, take a lucky chance in the raffle or take some pictures with their adorable mascot ‘George the Dog’ – all for a positive cause.

Blue Bell Wood volunteers will be arriving at the centre from 10am until 4pm.

& the choir will be singing from 11am until 11.45 & 1pm until 1.45pm.

Christmas Launch Party @The Body Shop
2022-10-18 09:00 - 17:00
Join The Body Shop– in-store on Tuesday 18th October for our Christmas seasonal ranges launch Party. not only will we be showcasing our new seasonal scents, but customers who shop with us on this day will receive an EXCLUSIVE treat.
T&C’s apply

Spot The Spooky Spiders: Halloween Event
2022-10-17 08:00 - 2022-10-29 18:00
How many spooky spiders will you find? Unleash your inner detective for a chance to win a scarily delicious cinema goodie bag from @The Sweet Emporium & a Savoy Cinema family ticket for your choice of film. For more information about how to enter, please visit The Sweet Emporium.
