Golden Gallopers

Make a little Christmas magic and step back in time on the Golden Gallopers, a much-loved festive tradition at the arc Shopping Centre.

From X to X, families can climb aboard this beautifully preserved carousel and enjoy a festive ride beneath the twinkling Christmas lights. For many local families, a ride on the Golden Gallopers is part of their Christmas tradition – a chance to capture that all-important annual photograph, share a laugh together and make memories that last long after the decorations have come down.

Whether you're continuing a tradition from your own childhood or introducing the next generation to the magic, the Golden Gallopers are a wonderful part of Christmas in Bury St Edmunds.

Open: Every day except Christmas Day and Boxing Day
Charges apply: Please speak to the operator for further information.

About the Golden Gallopers

The carousel has been delighting generations for well over a century. Originally made in 1885 by Savage's of King's Lynn as a dobby set, it was rebuilt by Savage's in 1889 as a traditional fairground galloper, complete with a platform and overhead cranks that made the horses gallop.

In 1949, the steam engine was removed and the carousel was converted to full-time electric operation.

More than 135 years later, the Golden Gallopers continue to bring that same sense of wonder and nostalgia to Christmas in Bury St Edmunds.