Christmas is coming to Eden Shopping Centre, and this year promises to be more magical than ever! With sparkling decorations, festive entertainment, and endless opportunities for gifting and gathering, Eden is the perfect place to celebrate the season.
Mrs. Claus is set to return, this year her Cookie Cabin promises festive fun for all the family, open at weekends from Saturday 29th November right through to Christmas Eve (Tuesday 24th December). This year is extra special, with Mrs. Claus joined by her cheerful new gingerbread elves, Betty Biscuit and Greta Gumdrops.
With its charming gingerbread makeover, Mrs. Claus’ Cookie Cabin invites visitors to bring a non-perishable food donation (such as UHT milk, cooking oil, or jarred sauces), to help support local families in need. Donations can be placed in her Magic Giving Machine, which transforms each offering into a gingerbread treat to decorate.
All food donations will go directly to One Can Trust, and 100% of ticket sales (£3.50 per person) will be donated to Heart of Bucks’ Together Against Poverty appeal, which provides essential one-off grants to households experiencing severe hardship and distress, including food, shelter, fuel or digital poverty. Over the last 10 years, Heart of Bucks has been helping local families in need, ensuring support reaches those who need it most.
Henry Allmand, chief executive officer at Heart of Bucks, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to Eden Shopping Centre for their generous support of our Together Against Poverty appeal. Thanks to partners like Eden, we’ve been able to provide vital one-off grants to help individuals and families across Buckinghamshire facing severe hardship, offering essential support for food, housing, and fuel. Their contribution plays a real part in helping local people through times of crisis.”
Helen Foster, food supply manager at One Can Trust, said: “We’re so delighted Eden Shopping Centre has chosen to support One Can Trust once again, this time through their upcoming food donation initiative. As demand for our services continues to rise, this kind of community support makes a huge difference. We’re looking forward to working together to help ensure that no one in our community goes hungry.”
And for the first time ever, Eden will be hosting Expert-Led Cookie Decorating workshops, offering grown-ups the chance to get creative and join in the festive fun too. Keeping on theme with all things gingerbread, participants will receive several Christmas-shaped biscuits along with all the tools and materials needed to create their own Christmas designs. The session includes guided instruction covering decorating tips and tricks. Guests will enjoy light refreshments including a mini charcuterie board courtesy of Graze Delights.
Rebecca Gomme, marketing manager at Eden Shopping Centre, said: ”Christmas is such a magical time in retail, and we’re thrilled to bring the community together once again with festive experiences for all ages.
“It is important to us as a centre in the heart of the town, to support our local community. We have worked with Heart of Bucks throughout 2025, and we are happy that we can get our visitors involved and help continue to spread the word about the work they do as well as One Can Trust, over the festive season.
“Whether you’re visiting Mrs. Claus in her Cookie Cabin, giving back through food donations, or simply shopping for the perfect gift, we want every visit to feel special. It’s all about creating joyful moments and celebrating the season with those who matter most.”
This Christmas, Eden is the ultimate destination to discover gifts for loved ones, enjoy seasonal shopping, and soak up the joyful atmosphere. From top high-street names to unique independent stores, it’s where you’ll find everything you want and need this festive season.
Tickets & Information
Tickets for the Mrs. Claus Cabin are available to book via the Eden website click here.
Tickets for the Expert-Led Cookie Decorating workshops are available to book via the Eden website click here.
