Festive workshops, live music and discovery sessions can all be found at The Poppy Factory's visitor centre this December as the charity celebrates its 100th Christmas.

The charity will be raising money for the ex-forces community by inviting visitors to take part in a wreath-making masterclass and joining a Christmas cupcake workshop.

There will also be a special performance by Blackwater Valley Wind Quintet.

Visitors can also book in to join one of three hosted discovery sessions and enjoy a festive factory tea break, with hot chocolate and various delicious seasonal favourite treats.

Ticket holders will have the chance to discover the heart-warming story of The Poppy Factory community through the interactive exhibition, including restored archive photographs of Christmas parties for the children of the first injured veterans who lived and worked there from 1922 onwards.

Funds raised through the visitor centre will go towards employment support for the armed forces community, helping veterans with health conditions to transform their lives.

Amanda Shepard, Director of Fundraising and Communications, said: "We're pleased to offer such a wide-ranging Christmas programme in the new visitor centre in The Poppy Factory's centenary year. I'd encourage everyone to get involved – you'll have a great time while also making a valuable contribution towards our year-round support for veterans with health conditions, across England and Wales."

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