The Olde Watermill Shopping Village

The Olde Watermill Shopping Village The Olde Watermill Dickensian Shopping Village is set inside of the grounds of a 1000 year old watermill, and is home to over 20 independent retailers.

Shopping Village based in Barton Le Clay, Bedfordshire set around a beautiful old Watermill.

🎅✨THE WAIT IS NOW OVER ✨🎅OUR SANTA’S GROTTO TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE ✨🎅✨ The Santa Express has arrived in Gingerbread Land a...
11/08/2026

🎅✨THE WAIT IS NOW OVER ✨🎅
OUR SANTA’S GROTTO TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE ✨

🎅✨ The Santa Express has arrived in Gingerbread Land at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, and your festive experience awaits. 🚂🍪

🎄 Magical surprises and enchanting moments unfold at every turn for all the family in our fabulous fifty-minute immersive adventure. ✨

🧝 Elfie Selfie and all Santa’s Elves are here to guide you on your journey. So, it’s time to step into Santa’s warm and cosy Bakery 🏠🍪 where Saffron and Spicer are waiting to help you decorate a tasty gingerbread biscuit decoration. But don’t nibble it yet… 😋

🌲✨ Next stop is the Magical Spice Forest full of herbs and spices grown by Juniper the Spice Elf. 🌿 Here you can fill your own bag of Rudolf’s favourite sparkling reindeer food 🦌✨, ready for Christmas Eve. Close your eyes and hold Santa’s Wishing Star ⭐ tight to make a special Christmas wish and summon up some Christmas Spirit. ❤️🎄

🎁 But that’s not all… 🚪 Knock Knock and who’s there? It’s Mrs Claus of course, ❤️🤶 to welcome you into Santa’s sitting room because it’s time to meet Santa himself. 🎅 Where is he hiding…? 👀

🎅❤️ Santa and Mrs Claus have a present for every child 🎁 and that special family photograph 📸 to treasure forever.

🚂 It’s still not over yet, back outside in Gingerbread Land Rudolf 🦌 and Angelica Elf 🧝 want a photograph too, 📸 and Firewood the Train Elf 🚂 is ready with Santa’s fun-fair train ride. 🎠✨

🎄❤️ Christmas memories are made here in Gingerbread Land at The Olde Watermill on our festive adventure packed with fun and surprises you’ll never forget. ✨🎁

To book your tickets please use the link below :

https://oldewatermill.co.uk/santas-grotto-2026/

For all grotto enquiries please email [email protected]





10/08/2026

🎅✨ THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER… ✨🎅

Something magical is arriving at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village this Christmas… 🍪🚂✨

🎄 Santa’s Grotto in GINGERBREAD LAND 🎄

The Santa Express has arrived at Gingerbread Land for a fabulous 50-minute immersive Christmas adventure filled with festive magic, wonderful surprises and, of course, a very special meeting with Santa himself. ❤️🎅

🎟️ TICKETS GO ON SALE TOMORROW!

⏰ Tuesday 11th August at 10am

If Gingerbread Land is on your Christmas wish list, set those alarms! 🔔✨

🎅 Love Santa X

To book your tickets please follow the link below :

https://oldewatermill.co.uk/santas-grotto-2026/

For all enquiries please email [email protected]

santasgrotto

🎄 THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER… TICKETS GO LIVE TOMORROW AT 10AM! 🎄🎅✨ The Santa Express has arrived in Gingerbread Land at Th...
10/08/2026

🎄 THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER… TICKETS GO LIVE TOMORROW AT 10AM! 🎄

🎅✨ The Santa Express has arrived in Gingerbread Land at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, and your festive experience awaits. 🚂🍪

🎄 Magical surprises and enchanting moments unfold at every turn for all the family in our fabulous fifty-minute immersive adventure. ✨

🧝 Elfie Selfie and all Santa’s Elves are here to guide you on your journey. So, it’s time to step into Santa’s warm and cosy Bakery 🏠🍪 where Saffron and Spicer are waiting to help you decorate a tasty gingerbread biscuit decoration. But don’t nibble it yet… 😋

🌲✨ Next stop is the Magical Spice Forest full of herbs and spices grown by Juniper the Spice Elf. 🌿 Here you can fill your own bag of Rudolf’s favourite sparkling reindeer food 🦌✨, ready for Christmas Eve. Close your eyes and hold Santa’s Wishing Star ⭐ tight to make a special Christmas wish and summon up some Christmas Spirit. ❤️🎄

🎁 But that’s not all… 🚪 Knock Knock and who’s there? It’s Mrs Claus of course, ❤️🤶 to welcome you into Santa’s sitting room because it’s time to meet Santa himself. 🎅 Where is he hiding…? 👀

🎅❤️ Santa and Mrs Claus have a present for every child 🎁 and that special family photograph 📸 to treasure forever.

🚂 It’s still not over yet, back outside in Gingerbread Land Rudolf 🦌 and Angelica Elf 🧝 want a photograph too, 📸 and Firewood the Train Elf 🚂 is ready with Santa’s fun-fair train ride. 🎠✨

🎄❤️ Christmas memories are made here in Gingerbread Land at The Olde Watermill on our festive adventure packed with fun and surprises you’ll never forget. ✨🎁

To book your tickets for this magical grotto please follow the link below :

https://oldewatermill.co.uk/santas-grotto-2026/

🎠🎈 The Children’s Fun Zone is Coming to The Olde Watermill! 🎈🎠Looking for a fantastic family day out this summer? We’ve ...
10/08/2026

🎠🎈 The Children’s Fun Zone is Coming to The Olde Watermill! 🎈🎠

Looking for a fantastic family day out this summer? We’ve got just the thing!

Join us for our Children’s Fun Zone Weekend on Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August, where little ones can enjoy hours of traditional fairground fun!

✨ Suitable for children aged 2–12 years

🎠 Traditional Flying Chair-o-Planes
⛵ Traditional Swing Boats
🛷 Mini Ski Jump
🏰 Bouncy Castles
🎯 Prize Every Time Games

📅 Saturday 15th August – 11am to 5pm
📅 Sunday 16th August – 11am to 4:30pm

💷 Please note: This is a CASH ONLY event.

While the children are having fun, why not explore everything else The Olde Watermill has to offer? Browse our independent shops, discover unique gifts in Handmade Local and Millers Market & Antiques, or enjoy a delicious lunch, coffee and homemade cake in our waterside restaurant.

📍 The Olde Watermill Shopping Village
Barton-le-Clay, Bedfordshire

🌐 www.oldewatermill.co.uk

🎉 Save the dates, tag your friends and make it a family day out this summer! We can’t wait to welcome you!

🦉✨ MIND, BODY & SPIRIT FAIR WITH THE OWLS ✨🦉TODAY 10am to 4pmJoin us today for a truly magical day of spirituality, well...
09/08/2026

🦉✨ MIND, BODY & SPIRIT FAIR WITH THE OWLS ✨🦉
TODAY 10am to 4pm

Join us today for a truly magical day of spirituality, wellbeing, and unforgettable encounters with magnificent owls!

Explore over 30 amazing stalls featuring:

🔮 Spiritual & Psychic Readings
💆 Holistic Therapies
💎 Crystals & Gemstones
🕯️ Candles & Spiritual Gifts
🌿 Wellness & Alternative Therapies
✨ Handmade Crafts & Unique Treasures

Plus, meet some beautiful owls up close and enjoy a unique experience for all ages! 🦉💜

Whether you’re seeking guidance, relaxation, healing, or simply a wonderful day out, there’s something for everyone.

⏰ 10am – 4pm

Bring your friends and family and spend the day discovering all things Mind, Body & Spirit.

✨ Positive vibes, amazing exhibitors, beautiful owls, and a warm welcome await! ✨

🎄 Join Our Christmas Barn Team! 🌲Do you love Christmas and enjoy working in a fun, festive environment? If so, we’d love...
08/08/2026

🎄 Join Our Christmas Barn Team! 🌲

Do you love Christmas and enjoy working in a fun, festive environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for enthusiastic people to join our busy Christmas Barn team in the following roles:

✨ Full & part Time Supervisor
✨ Full & Part-Time Sales Assistants

The roles include helping to set up our magical Christmas Barn before opening, followed by assisting customers and creating a wonderful shopping experience throughout the festive season.

🎅 Immediate start available
📅 Seasonal positions running until the first week of January
💷 Competitive rates of pay

If you’d like to be part of the magic this Christmas, please send your current CV to:

📧 [email protected]

We can’t wait to welcome some festive new faces to the team! 🎁

Customer Notice !We have approximately 60 pallets going free ! Please message for details to collect.
08/08/2026

Customer Notice !

We have approximately 60 pallets going free !
Please message for details to collect.

🎅Santa , Mrs Claus and his Elves Welcome You to Gingerbread Land… 🎄✨ I’m so excited to welcome you to a place filled wit...
07/08/2026

🎅Santa , Mrs Claus and his Elves Welcome You to Gingerbread Land… 🎄✨

I’m so excited to welcome you to a place filled with Christmas magic, where gingerbread, laughter and festive surprises come together to create an unforgettable family adventure.

I can’t wait to open the gates to Gingerbread Land this Christmas.

We’re getting closer…

Love, Santa ❤️

🎄 Follow our page… Santa will be revealing more clues very soon.

For all enquiries please email [email protected]

06/08/2026

✨ Take a moment to relax, recharge and discover something new this Sunday… ✨

Join us at our Mind, Body & Spirit Fair on Sunday 9th August, from 10am–4pm, at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village.

With over 30 wonderful stalls, you can explore spiritual readings, holistic therapies, crystals, candles, wellbeing products, handmade gifts and so much more.

We’re also delighted to welcome the Boo Hoo Owl Sanctuary, where you’ll have the chance to meet some truly magnificent owls. 🦉

Whether you’re searching for guidance, a unique gift, or simply a lovely day out, there’s something here for everyone.

💜 Free entry
📍 The Olde Watermill Shopping Village
🗓️ Sunday 9th August
⏰ 10am – 4pm

Tag someone who would love a day of wellbeing, shopping and a little bit of magic. ✨






🚂I Wonder Where This Magical Train Is Going… 🚂✨ I’ve been checking that everything is ready… There’s a very special jou...
05/08/2026

🚂I Wonder Where This Magical Train Is Going… 🚂✨

I’ve been checking that everything is ready…

There’s a very special journey waiting this Christmas, and I can’t wait for you to discover where it leads.

All aboard… the adventure is almost ready to begin. Where do you think this magical train is going?

Love, Santa ❤️

🎄 Follow our page… Santa will be revealing more clues very soon.

For all enquiries please email [email protected]

Address

The Olde Watermill, Barton Mill Lane
Barton
MK454RF

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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