Thanks to Suzanne from GirlGuiding IW for sharing this news. Ed
Although the train ride through the Island countryside on a steam railway was a first for some, it was the excitement of seeing Santa that made an outing to Havenstreet Steam Railway very special for some Island Rainbows.
Gifts received from Santa were large and intriguing and all the 70 Rainbows from units across the Island were thrilled to see Santa in his grotto as well as a visit to a Christmas Show and seeing the colourful fairy lights.
Alpacas replace reindeer
Three Alpacas were also on display together with items made from their wool and there were other handicraft stalls selling items suitable for Christmas presents.
Most of the Rainbows joined with leaders in singing Christmas songs whilst on the train journey and several girls took part in the Christmas Show.
Rainbow units attending included those from Carisbrooke, Newport, Wootton Bridge, Sandown and Shanklin.
Image: © Russell Sach- Girlguiding SW England
