London Santa says leap of faith is part of Christmas magic
When Father Christmas is not at home with the reindeer preparing for his big sleigh-ride, he likes to play practical jokes on the children who visit him asking for presents. In his grotto in the pine forest at the Wetland Center in Barnes, southwest London, Santa also has a clear message for anyone who is not sure whether he really exists. "Father Christmas is part of that." His red and white outfit is custom-made.