Creating Magical Memories in Lapland

Your chance to meet Santa

When a child is diagnosed with cancer, the whole family often faces extraordinary challenges. This special trip has been created to give families the opportunity to relax, reconnect, and enjoy precious time together.

Set amongst the snow-covered forests and magical winter landscapes of Finnish Lapland, this experience offers more than just a getaway. It is a chance for families to create lasting memories, share moments of joy and wonder, and simply enjoy being together in one of the most enchanting places on Earth. We hope the trip will provide happiness, laughter, and treasured memories that will stay with families long after they return home.

What can I expect?

We will meet at Stansted Airport on the morning of 27th December, before flying to the beautiful city of Rovaniemi, in the heart of Finnish Lapland.

During your stay, you’ll enjoy a range of magical winter experiences, including a visit to Snowman World, exciting husky rides, the chance to meet reindeer, fun snow games, and, of course, a special visit to Santa Claus. Please note that some activities are subject to weather conditions and may be adjusted if necessary.

Accommodation will be provided, ensuring your family has a comfortable and welcoming place to relax and enjoy this unforgettable experience together.

Important information

Travel documents and insurance

You are responsible for arranging and paying for:

  • Valid passports for all travellers
  • Any required visas
  • Comprehensive travel insurance covering all members of your party

Children with Cancer UK will not cover travel insurance. We strongly recommend obtaining full cover before travel.

Health and medical needs

A first aider will be travelling on the flight with us. However, as a parent or guardian, you take full responsibility for the health and safety of your party.

If anyone in your party has medical needs or health concerns, you must:

  • Be prepared to supervise and care for your own family at all times
  • Confirm that you are medically fit to travel
  • Tell us about any medications or support you may need

The trip is non-exchangeable

This trip cannot be exchanged for cash, alternative dates, alternative holidays, or any other compensation. This is a fixed excursion for the dates 27–28 December 2026 to Rovaniemi, Finland.

The draw

  • The opportunity to enter will close at 17:00 on 22nd September 2026.
  • We expect this trip to be incredibly popular. As such, we will use the below form to randomly select families.
  • You will have 10 working days to confirm your acceptance and provide the names and dates of birth of all four travellers
  • If we cannot reach you by phone, or if you decline the place, we may select another family.

Frequently asked questions

Expression of interest closing date

Forms will close at 17:00 on 22nd September 2026. We will not be accepting applications after this date.

Terms and conditions

By registering your interest, you agree to the full terms and conditions. Please read these carefully before entering. They cover important information about eligibility, the trip, health and safety, liability, and data protection.

Read our full Terms and Conditions, or contact us for a copy.

Would you like to join us? Register your interest below:

Lapland Trip 2026

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Due to the limited availability of this offer, we are only able to offer this to children who have been affected by cancer, their siblings and their guardians. We are unable to offer this to the wider family. Please read the Terms and Conditions (link below) for full details. Please note, children under the age of five will not be able to travel on this trip

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Get in touch

If you have any questions about this competition or the prize, we’d love to hear from you.

Children with Cancer UK
TOO BIG Competition: Lapland
Third floor, 21-27 Lamb’s Conduit Street
Holborn, London
WC1N 3NL

Registered Charity: 298405
Phone: 0800 222 9000
Email: [email protected]

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