Christmas Grotto

Our Christmas Grotto will run from Monday 16th December through to Thursday 19th December, with 6 slots available on each day from 09:00am to 4:00pm. Click 'more options' above to see full availability.

Please ensure gifts are:

• Brand new and in original packaging (unfortunately we cannot accept second hand toys)
• Individual presents that can be taken home by a child
• Appropriate for children from 0-16 years
• Unwrapped, rolls of wrapping paper are gratefully received alongside donations

How to make a cash donation or post a gift instead

If you would like to support our children's ward but can't make our Christmas grotto you can donate via our Amazon Wishlist where presents will be delivered to the charity to take to the ward and spread some joy to patients.

Alternatively you can donate to the Magic of Play team and we can use your kind donations towards toys, games, consoles, iPads and other much needed items to entertain and distract children whilst they are in hospital. Please CLICK HERE to donate.

Important information

• Please arrive promptly at the time of your scheduled visit to allow for the smooth running of the grotto.
• We will be able to invite a maximum of 6 visitors per slot to deliver Christmas gifts and get a picture with our paediatric team if available.
• Details concerning the location of the Grotto within Lister Hospital will be sent out to visitors closer to the event.
• Before you visit our Christmas Grotto please complete our Gift in Kind form so that we can keep a record of your kind donations.

Host or Publisher East & North Hertfordshire Hospitals' Charity