Bedtime Stories from Lapland

When a single drip of melted snow hits Father Christmas in the eye, it uncovers a shocking truth - the great 'Sleeps Until Christmas' clock has frozen on the wrong number! Suddenly, what seemed like a peaceful day in Lapland turns into a toy-making emergency, as every Elf is called back from skating on the frozen pond to save Christmas in time. Join Father Christmas, Whittle, and even the...

On Christmas Day, Father Christmas reflects on the magical night before, sharing heartfelt gratitude and the joy of a world wrapped in Christmas cheer. Join Father Christmas for a special message this Christmas!  

Christmas Eve in Lapland is a flurry of excitement, with elves, reindeer, and a sleigh full of toys coming together for the biggest night of the year! Join Father Christmas to discover the joy, laughter, and last-minute preparations that make the start of Father Christmas’s journey so unforgettable. 

What happens when the elves decide it’s Father Christmas’s turn to be surprised? Join a heartwarming tale of secret plans, teamwork, and a gift so magical it left even Father Christmas speechless! 

Mapping the perfect route for Father Christmas’ sleigh to travel around the world is a very important job indeed! Listen to discover how Compass the elf ensures Father Christmas is able to deliver all the gifts in time!  

What do you give Mother Christmas, the heart of Lapland, who spends all her time giving to others? Join Father Christmas to hear how he and the elves worked together to create the most  amazing surprise that Mother Christmas has ever received! 

When Little Rudi goes missing, the elves search high and low, fearing their youngest reindeer is lost in the snowy wilderness. But in a tale full of giggles and clever tricks, they discover Little Rudi’s trick and the ticklish secret that gives him away! 

When a wild snowstorm sweeps through Lapland, even the pine trees bow under its frosty might—but where has little Minikin, the smallest elf in Lapland, gone? Join Father Christmas find out where Minkin was found! 

What happens when a batch of toys in Lapland turns out grumpy instead of jolly? Join Father Christmas for a playful tale of singing elves, a cheerful tune called "Busy Elves," and how a sprinkle of joy brought the toys back to their usual jolly way.  

A golden bell is the ultimate symbol of status and respect here in Lapland. So how could an Elf as magical as Zauber, the head of the Elf Council, lose something so precious? Listen to find out!   

There is hardly a day that goes by in Lapland without a little mystery and today was no exception! Find out what happened when Travel Master discovers a mysterious suitcase left in Pathway Control!

Today was a very special day in Lapland as it was Sage’s Cone Day. Elves are born from pinecones, and so when it’s an Elf’s birthday, we call it a Cone Day! But Sage, being the humble forest Elf he is, never likes to make a fuss over his Cone Day. Listen to hear how the elves threw him a brilliant surprise! 

Lapland is home to some of the fastest animals in the world: Father Christmas’s Reindeer’ and the Husky Heroes! So what happened when the Husky Heroes challenged the Reindeer Sleigh Team to a race? Listen to find out!  

When jingles—the shiny coins of Lapland—start mysteriously disappearing, the elves are baffled and the village is buzzing with curiosity. Join Father Christmas to find out how Tree High came to the rescue and discovered the unexpected culprit. 

It’s the most delicious day of the year in Lapland—Mother Christmas’s annual baking competition, where the elves whip up magical treats to dazzle and delight! This year, Conker’s cheeky entry brings laughter, mischief, and a sprinkle of sugary magic to the sweetest showdown of the season!

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! 

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! 

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! 

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! 

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! 

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! 

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! 

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!    

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!  

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!