Mission Christmas - An Immersive Family Experience
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham · 1 November to 31 December 2026
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Mission Christmas is a 45-minute guided interactive Christmas adventure at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, set in the secret substation and following Elfenezer's story. Families search for magic keys to unlock the Golden Ledger and finish with a private meet and greet with Father Christmas and a gift for each child. It runs on selected dates in November and December 2026, with quieter sessions with lower lighting and a slower pace available on some dates, including Sunday 29 November at 2.30 pm and 3 pm.
Highlights
- Guided 45-minute family adventure in the Dockyard secret substation
- Private meet and greet with Father Christmas and a gift for each child
- Quiet sessions with lower lighting, quieter music and a slower pace
Getting there
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, ME4 4TZ
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