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Exotic Critters Workshop

The Harpur Centre

Bring your little explorers to experience FREE interactive critter workshops featuring fascinating animal ambassadors, from reptiles to mammals, and even a special appearance by their adorable party pooch, Chip!

But that’s not all! Harpur, the Centre’s friendly mascot, will be spreading smiles with balloons and photo ops all day long!

Sessions are at 10.15am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2.15pm

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Santa’s Grotto at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Santa’s Grotto at The Harpur Centre

Santa arrives at his Grotto in The Harpur Centre on November 23rd until December 15. Children will be able to tell Santa their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift, and families can purchase a professional photo.

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Wishing Tree at the Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Wishing Tree at the Harpur Centre

Christmas is a time to come together to care for one and all. The Harpur Centre will be giving shoppers the opportunity to put a smile on a child’s face this Christmas, with the arrival of The Wishing Tree. All gifts must be received by December 20th.

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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