Mount Stewart :- Traditional family outing on Saturday 12th December 2009 to Mount Stewart - a National Trust property on the outskirts of Newtownards. Matthew, Christopher Loraine, our dog Dudley and myself left Bangor arriving in good time for our 130pm slot.
Upon arrival we were greeted by two of Santa's Elf helpers who were quite jolly, while the boys coloured in a picture and made a few craft bits n pieces Loraine and I were treated to a glass of mulled wine - non alcoholic of course, mince pies and shortbread, a customary warm Ulster welcome.
Then it was our time - Santa's helpers took us through the house to a waiting horse and vintage carriage - which was over 100 years old. Once aboard we travelled the short distance to Santa's grotto - where two excited children were met by Mrs Clause who escorted us into the room where Santa was waiting. Having just finished his afternoon nap. The boy's spoke with Santa for several minutes before receiving their gifts and a promise of many surprises on Christmas morning.
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