Festive activities
There are many fun and exciting things to do at Ransoms besides shopping.
Come explore all our festive activities, which are a permanent fixture throughout November and December.
Father Christmas Experience
This Christmas, step through the doors of the North Pole Station and board the Ransoms Express for a journey through snow, sparkle, and festive wonder. Meet the elves, decorate your own wooden gift to take home, and of course — meet Father Christmas who already knows your name and this year’s achievements.
Every child receives a beautiful book gift and a keepsake to take home.
Journey by a real miniature train to see Father Christmas as the magic returns to Ransoms.

Singing Reindeer
This year you will find our Reindeer in the Nordic building, which is located when going through the double doors on the left hand side of the kids toy area, then when outside turn right and you will see the nordic building.
Will you come say ‘Hi!’ to Santa’s Singing Reindeer? They will sing your favourite Christmas songs. You can visit whenever you want during our opening hours, no ticket needed.


Santa's Sleigh
In our outside plant area, under the canopy, you will find Santa’s magical sleigh! Surrounded by winter foliage and a beautiful light arch, this is the perfect Christmas-time photo spot in Jersey. Sit down, drape a blanket over your legs, and fly away to the North Pole.

Pets Photo Corner
Make the best Christmas greeting card yourself this year, by taking a photo of your beloved pet in our festive pets photo corner!
We have prepared a beautiful little set up in our pets department. Just sit your pet down in, or by the Christmas sleigh and take a snap with your phone.
Don’t forget to tag us on Facebook or Instagram so we can feature your pet on our social media!

Take a photo with Santa
Another great photo opportunity for the little ones. Sit on the presents and take the sweetest Christmas photo to share with family and friends.
Don’t forget to share your photos on social media and tag Ransoms Garden Centre!

Santa's Post Box
Do you have a nice letter for Santa, to tell him about how good you’ve been this year?
Or perhaps a wishlist? He will gladly receive all your post!
Just pop your letter to Santa in the post box in the Nordic building by the Singing Reindeer, and the Ransoms Elves will make sure it gets to Santa Claus in time for Christmas.

Did you know?
We now sell our gift cards online for home delivery anywhere in Jersey, Channel Islands
Mar 16
Is your garden ready for the glorious weather ahead? ☀️ Make your outdoor space feel like a holiday spot with high-quality wooden garden furniture: foldaway cocktail bars, dining sets, BBQ tables, arbours, swings, and lovely planters to bring it all together. 🪴
Crafted from sustainable, slow-grown wood sourced from responsibly managed PEFC-certified forests, up to a 10-year guarantee against rot, and FREE island-wide delivery! 🚛
Come visit us in store and try them out, or click the link in bio to see our garden furniture online.
We`re open Monday to Saturday 9am - 6pm.
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Mar 15
🌸 Wishing a very Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful mums, grandmothers, and mother figures 🌸 We hope your day is filled with sunshine and blooms 💐☕ ...
Mar 14
☀️ Time to get into the garden! ☀️ With the sunny, dry weather set to continue for the foreseeable future, it is the perfect time to visit our outdoor plant area. We have just taken delivery of premium mature plants, curated by our team to bring immediate impact to your garden projects. 🌳🌴
From elegant cypresses and large olive trees to beautiful bay laurels and vibrant photinias, this collection is brimming with beauties ready for planting and instantly transforming your outdoor space 🤩
🌱 Pop by today or next week, our knowledgeable team is here to advise!
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Mar 13
Are those sad puppy eyes making you feel guilty when you pop yet another mini egg in your mouth without sharing? 🥺🐶 Our dog- and cat-friendly Easter treats are back! 🥚 Don`t miss out—come get these before they sell out. ...
Mar 12
Treat Mum to the ultimate gift duo this Sunday 🥰💐 Pair one of our stunning new vases with fresh flowers or one of our beautiful faux floral bouquets—see our previous post for them! ✨ ...
Mar 11
🌱 Helping Jersey Grow for 60 Years 🌱 At Ransoms, gardening isn’t just a business; it’s in our genes. As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a look back at the roots of our story—starting with a legacy grown at the world-renowned Kew Gardens. The seeds of our knowledge were sown across three generations of Kew graduates.
🌱 Start a century ago with Donald Ransom. Donald honed his craft at Kew, getting certified in 1925, before venturing from England to become the head gardener on the island of Herm. His journey eventually led him to Jersey’s own Samarès Manor, where he grew more than just plants—he grew a life, marrying Beryl Touzel and planting the Ransom family’s permanent stakes in local soil.
🌿 Donald`s passion was passed directly to his son, David Ransom. Following in his father’s footsteps, graduating from Kew. Eventually David returned to Jersey with a vision, laying the foundation for the Ransoms Garden Centre you know today.
🌳 The family legacy came full circle when David’s daughter, Rebecca, also graduated from Kew, ensuring that three generations of world-class knowledge would continue to flourish right here in Jersey. In 2002 Rebecca, along with her sister Katherine, takes over Ransoms Garden Centre from their parents.
✨ Share your Ransoms story ✨
We’ll be sharing more of our history every week for the coming months, but we want to hear from you. Do you have a favourite memory of the centre or old photos of Ransoms? We would love to see and share them! Share your photos in the comments below! 👇
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