Christmas Events

The South of England and East Anglia offers a wide range of award winning attractions, activities and events to keep the children entertained during the Christmas school holidays. From Activity Days – to reading events in Santa’s Grotto on the run up to Christmas.

We would like to remind all readers to always confirm event details directly with the event’s organisers.


Sleeping Beauty reimagined at Blenheim Palace

17/11/2023 – 01/01/2024 @ Blenheim Palace

Join us for Sleeping Beauty reimagined at Blenheim Palace. Inside the Palace, marvel at the story of Sleeping Beauty which has been reimagined with a contemporary twist. Explore the rooms transformed by the retelling of this classic fairy-tale for a new generation, from the Great Hall’s huge glistening Christmas tree to the candle-lit bedchamber where […]

Christmas at Bedgebury

17/11/2023 – 31/12/2023 @ Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest

Tickets are on sale for Christmas at Bedgebury, the illuminated trail which intertwines with the natural beauty of the pinetum and forest in Kent. It will run from Friday, November 17 until Sunday, December 31. Experience a magical new trail and light installations to make new memories at one of the most unmissable events in […]

Christmas at Blenheim Palace

17/11/2023 – 01/01/2024 @ Blenheim Palace

The much-loved Christmas experience returns to Blenheim Palace for 2023, inviting visitors to enjoy the enchanting trails in the world-renowned gardens.    Tickets are on sale now for the trail, which runs from November 17 to January 1 and presents an unmissable date in the UK Christmas calendar.  Follow the outdoor trail to discover heart-shaped arches […]

Steam Illuminations on the Watercress Line

24/11/2023 – 06/01/2024 @ Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’

STEAM ILLUMINATIONS IS BACK FOR 2023! Steam Illuminations is an incredible light show on and in a steam train, consisting of thousands of coloured LED lights and LED wristbands, creating a kaleidoscope of different colours and flashing patterns. This makes the steam train look magical both inside and out! Join the festive action on board […]

Christmas at Belton

24/11/2023 – 31/12/2023 @ Belton House

Tickets to Christmas at the National Trust’s beautiful Belton House in Lincolnshire are now on sale for its spectacular seasonal trail. Open to visitors from Friday, November 24 until Sunday, December 31. The immersive experience includes more than a million twinkling lights, colorful trees and larger-than-life illuminations.  Firmly positioned within the UK’s seasonal calendar, Christmas […]

Christmas at Wimpole

24/11/2023 – 31/12/2023 @ Wimpole Estate

Sony Music’s magical illuminated trail Christmas at Wimpole will return for a third year between Friday, 24 November and Sunday, 31 December.   The spectacular Cambridgeshire trail will have some brand new installations for 2023, providing after-dark festive fun for all the family.  New displays this year will enable visitors to discover huge feathers floating high […]

Cinderella at Theatre Royal Winchester

30/11/2023 – 01/01/2024 @ Theatre Royal Winchester

Join us for this year’s panto Cinderella at Theatre Royal Winchester! A magical retelling of the greatest fairy tale of them all. From the same team behind our record breaking production of The Wizard of Oz, Cinderella promises to be our greatest Christmas production ever! With original songs, loads of corny gags, audience participation and some surprising twists […]

Winter wreath making

01/12/2023 – 16/12/2023 @ Watts Gallery Artists Village

Join us for winter wreath making! Create a beautiful and sustainable winter wreath for your home using an array of natural materials found across the Watts Gallery estate. Led by Verey Head Gardener and renowned florist Chris Sharples, explore traditional method of making a wreath base and decorate it with foliage, berries and ribbon. Workshops […]

Christmas Carol Escape Room at Mill Green Watermill

02/12/2023 – 03/12/2023 @ Mill Green Watermill

1st December 2023 – 3rd January 2024 at Hatfield Watermill! Pier Pressure, operator of the UK’s highest quality escape rooms, returns to Hertfordshire with our wonderful Christmas experience. What better inspiration than Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’? Your team will bring the characters to life in an original half escape room / half immersive theatre experience. […]

Christmas Carol Escape Room at Mill Green Watermill

03/12/2023 – 04/12/2023 @ Mill Green Watermill

1st December 2023 – 3rd January 2024 at Hatfield Watermill! Pier Pressure, operator of the UK’s highest quality escape rooms, returns to Hertfordshire with our wonderful Christmas experience. What better inspiration than Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’? Your team will bring the characters to life in an original half escape room / half immersive theatre experience. […]