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Santa Trail at Belfast Activity Centre

We were delighted to host some special children and their families at Belfast Activity Centre where they got to meet Santa ahead of the big day!

The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity supports the work of the Children’s Cancer and Haematology Unit at the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children.  

Haemophilia is an inherited condition that affects around 6,000 people in the UK. The condition affects the blood’s ability to clot and is most commonly found in males. Some of the children who joined us on Santa’s Trail are living with Haemophilia and can often need that little bit of extra care.

We hope everyone enjoyed themselves!

Santa Claus sits in a chair, surrounded by children wearing Santa hats, in a room decorated with festive lights. This warm scene is reminiscent of the magical moments found on the Belfast Santa Trail or at an activity centre bustling with holiday cheer.
Santa Claus sits in a chair, surrounded by children wearing Santa hats, in a room decorated with festive lights. This warm scene is reminiscent of the magical moments found on the Belfast Santa Trail or at an activity centre bustling with holiday cheer.
People enjoying a cozy night roasting marshmallows over a fire in a wheelbarrow, reminiscent of the warmth and camaraderie found at the Belfast Activity Centre's festive Santa Trail.
People enjoying a cozy night roasting marshmallows over a fire in a wheelbarrow, reminiscent of the warmth and camaraderie found at the Belfast Activity Centre’s festive Santa Trail.
In a festive setting, a person dressed as an elf engages children along the Santa Trail in Belfast, holding a clipboard with a pen.
In a festive setting, a person dressed as an elf engages children along the Santa Trail in Belfast, holding a clipboard with a pen.
Santa Claus sits in a chair, surrounded by children wearing Santa hats, in a room decorated with festive lights. This warm scene is reminiscent of the magical moments found on the Belfast Santa Trail or at an activity centre bustling with holiday cheer.
Santa Claus sits in a chair, surrounded by children wearing Santa hats, in a room decorated with festive lights. This warm scene is reminiscent of the magical moments found on the Belfast Santa Trail or at an activity centre bustling with holiday cheer.
An elf captivates children with tales under colorful holiday lights at the Belfast Activity Centre, while bicycles form a festive backdrop in this magical stop on the Santa Trail.
An elf captivates children with tales under colorful holiday lights at the Belfast Activity Centre, while bicycles form a festive backdrop in this magical stop on the Santa Trail.
A person dressed as an elf works at a cluttered desk in a dimly lit room, preparing for the Santa Trail. Bicycles and colorful lights from the Belfast Activity Centre create a festive background ambiance.
A person dressed as an elf works at a cluttered desk in a dimly lit room, preparing for the Santa Trail. Bicycles and colorful lights from the Belfast Activity Centre create a festive background ambiance.
A reindeer with small antlers and a red halter lies on hay inside a tent, surrounded by green tarpaulin walls and tree trunks—a charming scene from the Santa Trail at Belfast Activity Centre.
A reindeer with small antlers and a red halter lies on hay inside a tent, surrounded by green tarpaulin walls and tree trunks—a charming scene from the Santa Trail at Belfast Activity Centre.
People gathered around a campfire at night, enveloped by the soft glow of the firelight. A tarp and foliage create a cozy backdrop, reminiscent of evenings at the Belfast Activity Centre or festive nights along a Santa Trail.
People gathered around a campfire at night, enveloped by the soft glow of the firelight. A tarp and foliage create a cozy backdrop, reminiscent of evenings at the Belfast Activity Centre or festive nights along a Santa Trail.
In the heart of a wooded area on the charming Santa Trail, a child in a dark coat and hat eagerly reaches for the red mailbox labeled "Santa's Post Box." This enchanting scene captures the spirit of adventure, reminiscent of outings organized by places like Belfast Activity Centre.
In the heart of a wooded area on the charming Santa Trail, a child in a dark coat and hat eagerly reaches for the red mailbox labeled “Santa’s Post Box.” This enchanting scene captures the spirit of adventure, reminiscent of outings organized by places like Belfast Activity Centre.
A sign reading "Cave of Cheer" is illuminated in the dark, surrounded by foliage and colorful lights, reminiscent of the enchanting Santa Trail at the Belfast Activity Centre.
A sign reading “Cave of Cheer” is illuminated in the dark, surrounded by foliage and colorful lights, reminiscent of the enchanting Santa Trail at the Belfast Activity Centre.
In the lively atmosphere of the Belfast Activity Centre, a person in Santa attire reads to a group of children adorned in winter clothes and Santa hats, capturing the magic of the Santa Trail within its cozy hallway.
In the lively atmosphere of the Belfast Activity Centre, a person in Santa attire reads to a group of children adorned in winter clothes and Santa hats, capturing the magic of the Santa Trail within its cozy hallway.
A child, bundled in a blue jacket and red striped beanie, colors a picture of a reindeer with a paintbrush at the Santa Trail, part of the festive fun at the Belfast Activity Centre.
A child, bundled in a blue jacket and red striped beanie, colors a picture of a reindeer with a paintbrush at the Santa Trail, part of the festive fun at the Belfast Activity Centre.
A person wearing a Santa hat with "I believe in Santa Claus" written on it smiles while looking down, reminiscent of the festive spirit found along the magical Santa Trail.
A person wearing a Santa hat with “I believe in Santa Claus” written on it smiles while looking down, reminiscent of the festive spirit found along the magical Santa Trail.
A man dressed as a toy soldier, sporting a tall black hat and red jacket, stands indoors. Nearby, another person in a Santa hat enjoys the festive display, reminiscent of the charming scenes from Belfast Activity Centre's Santa Trail.
A man dressed as a toy soldier, sporting a tall black hat and red jacket, stands indoors. Nearby, another person in a Santa hat enjoys the festive display, reminiscent of the charming scenes from Belfast Activity Centre’s Santa Trail.
A person dressed as a toy soldier welcomes guests entering the building during the festive Santa Trail at the Belfast Activity Centre.
A person dressed as a toy soldier welcomes guests entering the building during the festive Santa Trail at the Belfast Activity Centre.
Children in festive attire sit near Santa Claus against a backdrop of purple lights, eagerly discussing their adventures on the enchanting Santa Trail.
Children in festive attire sit near Santa Claus against a backdrop of purple lights, eagerly discussing their adventures on the enchanting Santa Trail.
Children wearing Santa hats stand together in a crowd, with one child looking upward and smiling, as they gather around the festive atmosphere of the Santa Trail at the Belfast Activity Centre.
Children wearing Santa hats stand together in a crowd, with one child looking upward and smiling, as they gather around the festive atmosphere of the Santa Trail at the Belfast Activity Centre.
Children in festive outfits walk through a pathway adorned with colorful lights at night, enjoying the Santa Trail experience at Belfast Activity Centre. They're surrounded by bushes and decorated branches, adding a magical touch to their evening adventure.
Children in festive outfits walk through a pathway adorned with colorful lights at night, enjoying the Santa Trail experience at Belfast Activity Centre. They’re surrounded by bushes and decorated branches, adding a magical touch to their evening adventure.
A group of children and adults, some wearing Santa hats, gather outside at night on the enchanting Santa Trail. A person in a Santa costume from the Belfast Activity Centre interacts with the group.
A group of children and adults, some wearing Santa hats, gather outside at night on the enchanting Santa Trail. A person in a Santa costume from the Belfast Activity Centre interacts with the group.
Children and adults in festive attire, some wearing Santa hats, gather around a table engaged in an activity indoors, reminiscent of the joyful spirit found during the Santa Trail at Belfast Activity Centre.
Children and adults in festive attire, some wearing Santa hats, gather around a table engaged in an activity indoors, reminiscent of the joyful spirit found during the Santa Trail at Belfast Activity Centre.

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