Santa’s Grotto for Dogs

Help share the magic of Christmas with your four-legged friends!

Come along between 11am and 3pm to visit the grotto and have a photo with our very special guest, Santa Paws! The RSPCA Norwich team will be on hand with plenty of treats and goodies for humans and dogs alike, and to help you capture the moment.

We will also have various musical and theatrical performances, and arts and crafts to keep you entertained throughout the day (10am-4pm).

Join us for a fun day out and help raise money for animals in need. Oh, and don’t forget your pooch’s favourite canine costume - it’ll be totally pawesome!

Leanne Neave, the Education and Events Manager of RSPCA Norwich branch said;

"I am delighted that this Christmas sees the return of Santa's Grotto for Dogs at The Forum in Norwich. We have always loved being involved with this event as it highlights beautifully that Christmas really is a magical time. An event that not only gives the opportunity for our four legged friends to visit, and have their photo taken with their very own Santa, it raises money for animals that are not so fortunate and what better way to celebrate and promote the true meaning of Christmas. As a Local Independent Branch of the RSPCA events such as this not only raise awareness of the fact we are local (covering 2,500 sq miles across Mid Norfolk and North Suffolk) and the services we provide but it raises important funds which enables the team at RSPCA Norwich Branch to continue their vital animal welfare work for the animals in their care"

So come along and...

• Have your photo taken with Santa Paws

• Play the RSPCA Norwich tombola and have a go at the ‘Give a Teddy a Home' game 

• Meet the wonderful (human and furry) team from Pets as Therapy, who will be raising awareness of the charity and what they do to support the community. Pets as Therapy (PAT) is a national charity that, after celebrating 40 years, continues to enhance the health and wellbeing of thousands of people in communities across the UK. Pets as Therapy strive to ensure that everyone, no matter their circumstances, has access to the companionship of an animal.

• Visit Mutt & Co, who stock a vast array of high-quality pet products, from natural and organic pet food to comfortable beds, toys, grooming supplies, and much more - everything you need to keep pets happy and healthy. They will also be talking about the services they offer pets in-store. 

• Take your festive photos or sELFies in front of our fabulous Christmas tree, supplied by our wonderful friends at Salle Farms. 

All well-behaved dogs welcome. Please note that dogs are required to be on a lead at all times and only assistance & service dogs are allowed in the building.