Archived: Christmas in the Victoria Tunnel Experience Christmas in 1943 underground with our Santy 1943 tours A 'Santa's Grotto' with a real difference... 55ft underground! Come and help Mrs Claus and friends find 'Santy' in the Victoria Tunnel on a cold Christmas Eve in 1943. Learn about how the people of Newcastle celebrated Christmas during World War Two from the man himself in this spectacular and atmospheric location, before receiving a special wartime Christmas gift bag for you to take home. No age restrictions apply... Buy Tickets Booking for this event has now closed. Manage Cookie Preferences