Santa's Grotto for Dogs

Santa's Grotto for Dogs is back at The Forum on Sunday 13 December, running from 10am to 2pm. It's run by RSPCA Norwich alongside The Forum as part of the venue's Family Friendly Charity Christmas, and the charity describes it as one of its most popular events of the year.

The setup is straightforward: families bring their dogs along to meet Santa Paws, with the RSPCA team on hand with treats and goodies for both humans and hounds. They'll also help you capture your own photo with Santa, so you'll leave with a proper record of the visit. All well-behaved dogs are welcome, though they need to be on a lead at all times. One thing to keep in mind is that only assistance and service dogs are allowed inside the building itself, so the grotto is an outdoor affair.

Every pound raised goes to helping animals in need across Norfolk and Suffolk, so it's a way to get the dog involved in the Christmas run-up while supporting the local RSPCA. If you're planning to head down, it's at The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF, on Sunday 13 December from 10am to 2pm.