Bedtime Stories from Lapland

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The countdown to Christmas has begun!

Every day, join Father Christmas for a story straight from the heart of Lapland.

Hear the whimsical tales of busy elves, magical adventures, and the joyous preparations for the merriest season of all!

Don't miss a moment of magic by tuning in daily to the Stories from Lapland this December!

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77 episodes
Updated March 25

Episodes77

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Dec 11, 2024 · 12 min
December 11th: When Plume Learned to Keep a Surprise
Plume is one of the cheeriest and most treasured elves here in Lapland but has one little bad habit- she just cannot keep a secret! Join Father Christmas to find out what happened when some of the elves came up with a plan to teach her a lesson once and for all!
Dec 10, 2024 · 11 min
December 10th: The elf who tricked Father Christmas!
A golden bell is the most prized award an elf can receive in Lapland- and Tinker is desperate for one! What happens when Tinker, the apprentice elf, tries to craft himself a golden bell before he’s ready? Join me for a tale of jingles, mischief, and a lesson in patience that shines as brightly as the bell itself!
Dec 9, 2024 · 11 min
December 9th: A new elflet is born in Lapland!
Today was nothing short of magical here in Lapland! The Tree of Life revealed that a brand-new baby elf, known as an ‘elflet’ was ready to be born. But what happened next truly took us all by surprise...Listen to find out!
Dec 8, 2024 · 10 min
December 8th: The Silliest Toy Ever Made!
Did you know the first jack-in-the-box was invented right here in Lapland by none other than Conker, the silliest elf of all? Join Father Christmas to hear how one of his silly ideas turned into the most surprising toy in Christmas history—complete with giggles, mischief, and a pop of magic!
Dec 7, 2024 · 15 min
December 7th: The Lapland Snowman Making Competition!
It was the annual snowman making competition today in Lapland! Join to hear the masterpieces that were made and how the competition took a delightfully unexpected twist!
Dec 6, 2024 · 13 min
December 6th: How Whittle Became Head of the Toy Factory
Today we are hearing the end of The Tale of Whittle, and how he saved Christmas one very special year. If you missed yesterday's Elfcast, you will need to go back to hear how the story began!
Dec 5, 2024 · 11 min
December 5th: The Elf Who Saved Christmas
Have you heard the tale of Whittle, the humble clockmaker elf with a heart as steady as his ticking clocks? Discover how his love for a curious cuckoo led to a surprising adventure that changed his life—and Lapland’s Toy Factory—forever!
Dec 4, 2024 · 17 min
December 4th: The Adventure to Lapland
What happens when Mr. Badger, Bramble the Hedgehog, and Hopscotch the Rabbit leave their enchanted forest for their very first adventure in Lapland? Join Father Christmas to hear the story of when the woodland animals stepped through the magical doorway to Lapland!
Dec 3, 2024 · 13 min
December 3rd: Pipsqueak The Penguin’s Adventure
Hear the story of how a brave little penguin called Pipsqueak found his way from the South Pole to the heart of snowy Lapland. Join Father Christmas as he tells the tale of his icy adventure to become one of Lapland’s most dearest friends!
Dec 2, 2024 · 10 min
December 2nd: The Gingerbread Thief!
Oh, crumbs! Mother Christmas’s gingerbread has vanished! Join Pixie Mixie and Juniper on a sugar-dusted adventure to unravel the sweetest of mysteries that happened in Lapland today!
Dec 1, 2024 · 11 min
December 1st: The Husky Heroes Save The Day!
Father Christmas was in a very merry mood indeed today as he looked forward to one of his favorite days of the year- reading the letters from the small folk! But disaster struck when a sudden gust of wind sent them all flying. Listen to hear how the Husky Heroes came to the rescue!
Nov 27, 2024 · 2 min
Elfcast Stories returns on December 1st!
The countdown to Christmas has begun! Every day, starting December 1st, join Father Christmas for a live update straight from the heart of Lapland. Hear delightful tales of busy elves in the Toy Factory, magical adventures under the Northern Wish Lights, and the joyous preparations for the merriest season of all! Don't forget, if you subscribe and leave us a written review- you could be in with a chance of winning an extra special prize. Plus, we have an exciting update for you, you can now watch Father Christmas' stories live from Lapland as well as listen!
Dec 24, 2023 · 7 min
CHRISTMAS EVE!
Christmas Eve has arrived! Listen to hear from Father Christmas just before he departs to deliver the presents around the world tonight!
Dec 23, 2023 · 11 min
December 23rd: The Day Father Christmas Nearly Got Lost!
With Christmas Eve tomorrow, Father Christmas has been busy preparing for his flight around the world! Listen to the hear the story of Father Christmas' first every sleigh ride and how Compass, the wisest elf in Lapland, came to the rescue!
Dec 22, 2023 · 9 min
December 22nd: The Elven Feast!
Today was the day of the much anticipated Elven Feast! Listen to hear how all the Elves came together for the most wonderful night!
Dec 21, 2023 · 10 min
December 21st: The Day the Letters Got Lost!
Father Christmas is in a very merry mood indeed today because he's been doing his very favourite activity... He has been reading the letters from the Small Folk all over the world with all their Christmas wishes! But do you know Small Folk, there was one time, many years ago, when there was very nearly a disaster when a whole sack of letters nearly got lost. Listen to hear what happened!
Dec 20, 2023 · 8 min
December 20th: How Father Christmas Delivers the Presents on Christmas Eve!
With so many children to deliver presents too, have you ever wondered how Father Christmas does it in just one night? Well, listen to find out how Father Christmas uses the magic of nature to travel the world on Christmas Eve.
Dec 19, 2023 · 10 min
December 19th: How the Elves Make the Toys in Time!
Have you ever wondered how Father Christmas and the Elves make so many toys in time for Christmas day? Well, listen to hear the story of how Elves from all around the world came to Lapland to help in the Toy Factory!
Dec 18, 2023 · 8 min
December 18th: Husky Heroes to The Rescue Again!
Father Christmas has been very busy reading the letters from children all around the world this afternoon! It reminded him of the story of a Christmas Eve some years ago, when something not so good happened to the post sack with the letters.... Listen to find out how some very special friends came to the rescue!
Dec 17, 2023 · 9 min
December 17th: The Elven Games!
Father Christmas and the Elves have had a fun-filled time in Lapland today as everyone enjoyed taking part in the annual Lapland Games! It's rather like sports day that you enjoy at school but in a jolly Lapland style! Listen to hear the stories of the day's events!