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β˜ƒοΈ Giant Snow Globe 2025 - St Georges Square, Luton

Saturday 20 December 2025

Time: 11:00 - 14:30

β˜ƒοΈ Join us for a festive winter experience in St Georges Square Luton on Saturday 20th December 2025.

πŸ•™ TIMES:
β–ͺ️
Snow Globe: 10am - 4pm
β–ͺ️Carols: 11am - 2.30pm

🀩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step inside our Giant Snow Globe for the perfect holiday photo. Enjoy the joyful sounds of the season with live carols performed by the incredible Music 24 Community Choir, and warm up with a delicious hot chocolate as you soak in the festive atmosphere.

Bring your friends and family and make magical memories this holiday season! πŸŽ„β˜• 

✨️ The Land of Lights 2025 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes


✨️ Land of Lights will be lighting up the skies at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes throughout winter 2025 with NEW lantern displays and glowing scenes.

πŸ—“ 2025/2026 DATES
β–ͺ️
7 - 9 November
β–ͺ️14 - 16 November
β–ͺ️21 - 23 November
β–ͺ️28 - 30 November
β–ͺ️4 - 7 December
β–ͺ️10 - 24 December
β–ͺ️28 - 31 December
β–ͺ️1 - 4 January 2026
β–ͺ️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
β–ͺ️February 2026: Saturday's only

🀩 WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.

🐢 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.

*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.

❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here

🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.

πŸŽ…πŸš‚ Santa Steam Special 2025 - Leighton Buzzard Railway


Time: 10:30 - 17:55

πŸš‚ Take a 25-minute steam-train ride over a historic narrow-gauge railway that’s more than 100 years old, and run by enthusiastic volunteers. Please note that our Santa trains only operate between Page's Park Station and Leedon Loop over our suburban section of track, and trains do not travel to Stonehenge Works or Munday's Hill.

πŸŽ… MEET SANTA
Meet Santa on arrival back at Page's Park grotto, where children up to 12 will receive an early present.

πŸ› OUR SHOP
And to help you with your present-hunting, our shop at Page’s Park station has the best selection of Thomas products, and much more besides.

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
β–ͺ️Sunday 30th November
β–ͺ️Wednesday 3rd December
β–ͺ️Saturday 6th December
β–ͺ️Sunday 7th December
β–ͺ️Wednesday 10th December
β–ͺ️Saturday 13th December
β–ͺ️Sunday 14th December
β–ͺ️Wednesday 17th December
β–ͺ️Saturday 20th December
β–ͺ️Sunday 21st December
β–ͺ️Monday 22nd December
β–ͺ️Tuesday 23rd December
β–ͺ️Wednesday 24th December

πŸ§’ PRE-SCHOOL WEDNESDAY SPECIAL
Specially geared towards our youngest visitors, term-time Wednesdays 3, 10 and 17 December 2025 are the ideal time for parents or grandparents to bring pre-school little ones for a quiet word with Santa.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.buzzrail.uk/your-visit/accessibility/

🐢 DOGS
Well-behaved dogs are welcome on our trains, as well as assistance dogs, and they travel free of charge. A bowl of water is usually available for our four-legged customers at both ends of the line.

🎟 TICKET COST:
β–ͺ️Adult (13 and over): Β£13
β–ͺ️Child (2 to 12, including present): Β£15
β–ͺ️Child (under 2, including present): Β£9

ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01525 373888

πŸŽ…πŸš‚ Panto Express With Father Christmas 2025 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

πŸŽ… See Father Christmas whilst enjoying a steam train ride, watch a pantomime and meet Mrs Claus and the Elves – all in one amazing festive Christmas experience!

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
β–ͺ️
29 & 30th November
β–ͺ️6 & 7th December
β–ͺ️13 & 14th December
β–ͺ️20, 21 & 22nd December

πŸ•™ SESSION TIMES
10:10 11:00 11:55 12:50 14:20 15:15

πŸš‚ EVENT DETAILS

Start your journey with our family-friendly pantomime, Aladdin, in our festive Visitor Centre. Enjoy your performance and then make your way to the Booking Hall to board the steam train. You will be shown to your compartment and visited by Father Christmas, where each child will be given a special golden ticket. 

πŸŽ… MEET SANTA
After the train ride, your adventure continues to the museum where you will be magically transported to Santa’s workshop to meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and your child can exchange their golden ticket for a gift of their choice.

ℹ️ BOOKING CONDITIONS 
β–ͺ️Pre-booking for Christmas is essential!
β–ͺ️Panto running time approx. 30 mins; train ride approx. 25 mins.
β–ͺ️All bookings are subject to a Β£3 fee per booking.
β–ͺ️The time you book is the time of your Pantomime (the train ride and museum experience follows afterwards). Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time.

πŸ…
GOLD tickets:
When booking GOLD tickets, you are booking a private First-Class compartment, for up to six people. These are sold as a whole compartment price. These are our most popular seats! Our GOLD ticket holders enjoy the larger and plusher seats of their First-Class compartment, plus reserved seating on the 2 front rows at the pantomime. Maximum booking is for 6 people (babies under 12 months can be added on top as they do not need a seat). If you have less than 6 people you can still book a private compartment, but the price will be for 6 people.)

πŸ₯ˆ SILVER tickets:
When booking SILVER tickets, you are booking a private Standard compartment for up to 8 people. (Minimum booking 6 people, but if you have less than 6 people in your party, you can still book a private compartment, but the price will be for 6 people.)

πŸ₯‰ BRONZE tickets:
When booking BRONZE tickets, you are booking single tickets within a Shared Standard compartment. Please note: you will share your compartment with members of other parties. (Minimum booking is for 1 person, maximum 5)

πŸ‘Ά BABIES & PUSHCAHIRS
NB Babies under 12 months are Β£8.50 and do NOT need a seat but will still receive a present. Seats are not allocated for babies. Pushchairs are not permitted on the train but can be left undercover on the platform. Don’t forget to include babies on your booking who may not have been born yet but will be born in time for our event!

🎟 Early Bird Pricing:
❄️Bronze tickets: Β£22.50pp
(shared standard compartment – max 5 per booking)
❄️Silver tickets: Β£24.50pp (private standard compartment for 6-8 people)
❄️Gold tickets: Β£26.50pp (private First-Class compartment for 6 people)
❄️Babies: Β£8.50 (under 12 months)

🎫 Pricing:
❄️Bronze tickets: Β£24.50pp (shared standard compartment – max 5 per booking)
❄️Silver tickets: Β£26.50pp (private standard compartment for 6-8 people)
❄️Gold tickets: Β£28.50pp (private First-Class compartment for 6 people)
❄️Babies: Β£8.50 (under 12 months)

❗️Important points to note:
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Your allocated train ride will be after your pantomime.
β–ͺ️Your pantomime start time will be printed on your tickets, all other times will be on display on the day.
β–ͺ️We open at 10am, along with our shop and cafe.
β–ͺ️You may arrive before your pantomime time and spend time in our Visitor Centre enjoying the huge Christmas tree, decorations, shop and cafe, and you can stay as long as you like – we close at 6pm.
β–ͺ️The Miniature Railway will NOT be open.

🚻 TOILETS
Please note there are no toilets on the trains, but plenty around the site for you to use before your train ride.

🐢 DOGS
Dogs are allowed on site, but at Christmas we do not allow them in the pantomime or on the trains.

ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY OR OTHER QUERIES
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720

πŸ›‘ A Christmas Festive Feast Trail at Dunstable Downs 2025


Time: 10:30 - 16:00

πŸ›‘ Join the grand Knight’s Festive Feast and celebrate the year’s triumphs in true medieval style at Dunstable Downs! As you journey through the trail, find out who plays a part in bringing a medieval banquet to life.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘§ SUITABILITY

Children of all ages are welcome. Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads.

πŸ—“ 2025/2026 DATES
The trail takes place between Saturday 6th December 2025 and Sunday 4th January 2026, from 10:30am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
(We are closed on the 24th and 25th December 2025).

βš”οΈ TRAIL DETAILS
Take on tasks, follow clues, and gather everything needed to complete the festive banquet table. Adventure, laughter, and merriment awaitβ€”let the feast begin!

Join us for this 10 station trail with a congratualtions prize at the end!

✨️ ALTERNATIVE TRAIL
For an alternative trail option, we also have themed sensory bags, a sensory trail, and spotter sheets to ensure everyone can join in the adventure!

πŸ’³ ADMISSION FEE
Prices are Β£3 per trail which includes the trail and prize. No booking required.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY OF DUNSTABLE DOWNS
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Please note that the majority of the trail is on grass.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/dunstable-downs-and-whipsnade-estate

πŸ…ΏοΈ PARKING
Parking at Dunstable Downs costs Β£3.50 for a day for non-National Trust members and is free for National Trust members. Blue badge holders can also park for free. The parking is paid via a pay and display machine, and members can scan their membership card for free parking. (Parking charges can change at anytime)

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582500920
πŸ“§ Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

🎩 A Christmas Carol 2025 - British Schools Museum, Hitchin


Time: 16:30

πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ OVO’s smash hit, critically acclaimed production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns to Hertfordshire by popular demand, for a fourth year. This time, in a new area and venue: British Schools Museum in Hitchin.

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
β–ͺ️Friday 28th December 2025 - 30th December

(Except: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 18th November & 25th, 26th December)
β–ͺ️Times: 16:30, 17.30 18:00, 19:30
Depending on days.

🎩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Taking audiences on an open air promenade journey, this is a truly unique festive experience that immerses audiences in the spirit of Christmas past, present and yet to come.

The 60 minute performance is more magical than ever in its new venue. It is guaranteed to delight, amuse and move both children and adults alike, sending you home filled to the brim with festive cheer – not to mention our ever popular mulled wine, luxury hot chocolate and seasonal snacks.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a promenade performance that involves walking around outside the grounds and inside the buildings of the British Schools Museum

🎟 TICKET COST:
β–ͺ️Cost between Β£15.00 - Β£27.50

β™Ώ ACCESSABILITY
If you have any questions regarding your accessibility needs, please email us before purchasing tickets.
πŸ“§ Email: help@ovo.org.uk

πŸŽ… Christmas at Mead Open Farm 2025


Time: 09:30 - 17:00

πŸŽ… Mead Open Farm Christmas 2025.

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
December 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th

πŸŽ„ EVENT DETAILS
The time slot you book for is to see Father Christmas. You can access the farm park anytime from 9:30am on the date you visit.

Experience a magical festive adventure on selected dates in December, as the yuletide cheer of the North Pole takes over the farm.

πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ INCLUDED IN YOUR CHRISTMAS TICKET
✨️ Make it through the Naughty or Nice Detector.
✨️ Meet Father Christmas and enjoy an enchanted festive group story with him.
✨️ Visit Father Christmas’ Toy Store and pick your own gift.
✨️ Choose and make your very own bear in our Make a Bear Workshop.
✨️ Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas.
✨️ Make a bag of reindeer food at the Reindeer food factory.
✨️ Visit Christmas HQ - an immersive walkthrough attraction.
✨️ Get involved at The Pudding Club show.
✨️ Visit the Christmas Tree walk-through with 3D sparkle glasses.
✨️ Visit the Alpine village.

Plus, have full access to all the usual fun of the farm including meeting our animals and our giant indoor play area.

🎟 TICKET COST FOR NON-MEMBERSHIPS ONLINE:
β–ͺ️Child (1-15 yrs): from Β£35.00 to Β£40.00
β–ͺ️Adult (16+): from Β£25.00 to Β£30.00
β–ͺ️Senior: from Β£20.00 to Β£25.00
β–ͺ️Disabled Plus Carer: from Β£35.00 to Β£40.00
β–ͺ️Child Under 1: from Β£10.00 to Β£15.00

*Member tickets receive a discount, you can see these prices on the website via the event link.

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 852954

πŸ‘£πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ The Nut Cracker Trail 2025 - Rushden Lakes


Time: 08:00 - 18:00

πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ Join us for a magical Nutcracker Trail this festive season 2025 at Rushden Lakes from 21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026.

🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Explore the site on a self-guided adventure designed for our younger visitors. Collect your trail booklet from Customer Services, then hunt down 10 Nutcracker characters hidden across the site. Write down all their names to complete the challenge!

Small gifts for everyone who takes part. Perfect photo opportunities throughout the festive period. Plus, enter your details for a chance to win a Β£50 The Entertainer Voucher!

🎁 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
Rushden Lakes will be running a festive Farye  from 14th November - 31st December 2025 open 10am - 7pm. Here is the link for more information:
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/events/festive-fayre

CUSTOMER SERVICE OPENING TIMES
β–ͺ️Monday: 8 am–6 pm
β–ͺ️Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm
β–ͺ️Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm
β–ͺ️Thursday: 8 am–6 pm
β–ͺ️Friday: 8 am–6 pm
β–ͺ️Saturday: 8 am–6 pm
β–ͺ️Sunday: 10 am–5 pm

*Check with customer services for times for specific days around the Christmas and the New Year period as these opening/closing as times may be different than listed.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/accessibility

ℹ️ CUSTOMER SERVICES ENQUIRIES
You can contact us on 01933 427925 or via email. For assistance out of hours please contact the Security team on 01933 427923).

πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ 12 Joy's of Christmas Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom


Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: Β£4.00

✨️ Step into the magic of Christmas with a festive family adventure and explore Jordans Mill, 12 Joys of Christmas Trail!

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
β–ͺ️
13th December - 4th January*
β–ͺ️9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

*Please note we are closed on: 15th, 25th, 26th December 2025 & 1st January 2026.

🎁 EVENT DETAILS
Can you spot all 12 Joys of Christmas around our Gardens, Mill & Shop? Fill in their names on your activity sheet and hand it back in at the end for a prize!

❄️ Wrap up warm, enjoy the wonderful sights, and make lasting memories together. Don’t forget, the trail continues through Twixmas, making it the perfect way to enjoy those cosy days between Christmas and New Year.

πŸ’³ PAY ON THE DAY: Β£4 per entry
(includes a prize)

🎩 Victorian Christmas at Milton Keynes Museum 2025


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES & TIMES
β–ͺ️Friday 12th December: 4:30pm - 7pm
β–ͺ️Saturday 13th December: 10:30 - 5pm
β–ͺ️Sunday 14th December: 10:30 - 5pm
β–ͺ️Friday 19th December: 4:30pm - 7pm
β–ͺ️Saturday 20th December: 10:30pm -5pm
β–ͺ️Sunday 21st December: 10:30pm - 5pm

(Last admission closes half an hour before closing time)

🎩 VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS 
πŸ—“ Fridays–Sundays only
Step into the magic of a Victorian Christmas and experience the sights, scents, and sounds of the season at your local museum.

Experience the Magic of a Bygone Christmas
Wander through our beautifully decorated Victorian farmhouse, where twinkling lights and festive garlands set the scene for a nostalgic celebration.

Join our cheerful volunteers for carol singing around the pianola, and savour the flavours of Christmas with mulled wine and mince pies.

🎢 Carol Singing in the Parlour
β–ͺ️
Fridays at 17:45 
β–ͺ️Saturdays & Sundays at 13:30, 14:30, and 16:00 

βœ‚οΈ FAMILY FUN & FESTIVE CRAFTS
πŸ—“ Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Keep the little ones entertained in our drop-in craft sessions or biscuit decorating workshops (Β£2.00 fee). Let their imaginations sparkle with glue, glitter, and festive fun!
βœ‚οΈ Christmas Crafts for Children
β–ͺ️
Fridays from 17:00–18:30  
β–ͺ️Saturdays & Sundays from 12:00–15:30  
πŸ“Location: The Education Space

🍻 FESTIVE CRAFT MARKET & BAR
πŸ—“ Saturdays and Sundays only
Enjoy a tipple and discover one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts and local creations in the Craft Market at the New Gallery atrium. It’s the perfect place to find those last-minute treasures made by talented local artists and producers. 

🎭 BLACK SHEEP THEATRE : The Magical Tinderbox
πŸ—“ Sundays 7, 14 & 21 December at 12.00pm and 1.15pm
πŸ“Location: The Hall of Transport
Join the ever-charming Sugar and Plum Fairy for a festive pantomime full of magic, laughter, and adventure! Follow a brave soldier who discovers a mysterious tinderbox, unlocking a world of enchantment, comedy, and Christmas chaos.

Packed with festive cheer, wonderful characters, and audience participation, The Magical Tinderbox is a heartwarming tale of courage, kindness, and believing in a little bit of magic.

Will the Fairy’s wisdom guide the story? Will good triumph over evil? Find out in this family-friendly performance bursting with sparkle and silliness!

🎟 Try your luck with the raffle (Β£2) 

🎟 TICKET COST:

Pay once and visit all year round for free.
β–ͺ️Adult: Β£17.50
β–ͺ️Child (5 - 16): Β£12.00
β–ͺ️2 adults and up to 4 children: Β£45.00
β–ͺ️Under 5: Free
β–ͺ️Over 65s, student and disabled person. One companion free of charge per disabled person: Β£13.50

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY 
https://miltonkeynesmuseum.org.uk/home/access-statement/
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πŸ¦πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ Story Time With an Elf 2025 - Johnsons Of Old Hurst


Time: 10:00 - 16:30

πŸŽ„βœ¨Story Time With an Elf at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo, Huntingdon. Get ready for some magical festive fun here at Johnsons Zoo! Join our cheerful Christmas elf for cosy storytelling.

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
β–ͺ️Saturday 13th December
β–ͺ️Sunday 14th December
β–ͺ️Saturday 20 December
β–ͺ️Sunday 21st December

πŸ§β€β™‚οΈ NO PRE-BOOKING NEEDED
No pre-booking needed... story time is included in standard zoo entry, so just come along and enjoy the magic!

PLEASE NOTE
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
Our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.

🎟 TICKET COST - PAY ON THE DAY
β–ͺ️ Adult: Β£5.50
β–ͺ️ Child:  Β£4.50
β–ͺ️ Ages 3 & under: Free

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01487 824658

πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ Harris Christmas Light Spectacular 2025 - St Nicholas close, Flitwick

Saturday 20 December 2025

Time: 17:00 - 20:00

πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ Spreading cheer, one light at a time. Come celebrate the season with us at 2 St Nicholas Close, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, lighting up the neighborhood and welcoming everyone to enjoy.

✨️ ABOUT
Bringing the Christmas magic to life, you dont want to miss our christmas lights. This year we are raising money for keech hospice care which provides specialist end-of-life care for people of all ages.

πŸ•” WHAT TIME? (NOT GUARANTEED)
Looking forward to seeing you all from 1st of December 2025. The lights will run every night up untill 25th December 2025, from 5pm - 8pm. You may even see the elf coming to say hello and to have a dance with you in the snow between 5pm - 6pm!
*(Weather dependant).
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πŸ’– RAISING MONEY FOR KEECH
We do our Christmas lights every year in aid of keech hospice, we would love to raise as good total this year! Any donations are greatly appreciated, we have money boxes for cash, QR codes around the lights & also a fundraising link below if you would like to donate online.
Click here to donate

πŸ“ LOCATION
St Nicholas close, Flitwick, Bedfordshire
MK45 1PF

πŸ‘€ KEEP UPDATED
Incase of any changes of times/cancellations keep updated on the Facebook page via the event link.

πŸŽ… The Annual Knotts Charity Sleigh 2025 - Blunham & Tempsford


Time: 15:30 - 17:30

πŸŽ… Come and help Clive and the Knotts team spread some Christmas cheer on Saturday 20th December 2025!

ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
We will be having our Charity Santa-Sleigh ride along the following route with sweets for the children:

β–ͺ️3.30pm - Station road, Blunham, down the hill, past the Horseshoes pub and up the high street.
β–ͺ️4.30pm - The Wheatsheaf pub Tempsford, all the way up to the top of church street
β–ͺ️5.30pm - And finally from the start of station road Tempsford, up to the top of station road and back to Knotts of Tempsford farm.

πŸ’– CHARITY
With all proceeds going to Addenbrookes charitable trust! Any support is greatly appreciated, even if you just want to come and watch Santa, his elves and his sleigh go by!
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β˜ƒοΈ Hitchin Festive Fun Day 2025

Saturday 20 December 2025

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

β˜ƒοΈ Fabulous Festive Fun Day on Saturday 20th Market 10am till 4pm at Hitchin Market Place.

✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for a day of Festive Fun in Hitchin! Festive happenings will be occurring across the town centre for children and families.

🎠 WHAT TO EXPECT
Children’s rides, including a Helter Skelter, will be open, offering fun and laughter for the little ones. We will also have performances from Garden City Samba, The Hicca Hoodlums, Christmas Corn Hill Alpacas, Poetry, Live Music, Christmas cheer and so much more!

πŸŽ… SANTA'S GROTTO
You’ll also be able to visit Santa’s Grotto with Happy Days Children's Charity and make sure your Christmas wishes reach the North Pole in time!

It’s the perfect way to enjoy the festive season together. Come along for some family fun and Christmas cheer! πŸŽ„

πŸŽ„ Christmas Market 2025 - Find, Ampthill


Time: 09:00 - 16:00

πŸŽ„ Christmas Market at Find Ampthill on Saturday 20th December 2025.

🀩 WHAT TO EXPECT
The festive season continues with the final Christmas Market of the year at Find Vintage Emporium. We are bringing together eleven brilliant makers, offering unique gifts and artisan products, perfect for last minute Christmas shopping.

You can also browse Find’s beautiful vintage pieces and enjoy delicious treats from the cafΓ©. Expect freshly baked goods, hearty sandwiches, rich coffee, mulled wine and hot chocolate with a splash of Baileys, the perfect weekend combination.

Ampthill will be full of festive spirit, and you can make a day of it by visiting the wonderful shops, bars and restaurants our town has to offer.

Over the next few days, we will be introducing each of our makers so you can get to know their stories and see what they will be bringing along.

Join us for a day of shopping, eating and celebrating local creativity πŸŽ„

✨️ Shuttleworth in Lights 2025/2026


Time: 16:30

✨️ Shuttleworth's unique twist on a winter light trail.

πŸ—“ 2025/2026 DATES
β–ͺ️
5 - 7 December 2025
β–ͺ️12 - 14 December 2025
β–ͺ️19 - 21 December 2025
β–ͺ️1 - 3 January 2026

🀩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our dedicated team will once again turn our Collection & Garden into an illuminated experience that shows off Shuttleworth in a whole new light (see what we did there?)

Produced entirely in-house, our trail lets you explore Swiss Garden’s quirky features aglow in vibrant colours, with some fun interactive elements and photo-worthy moments.

In the Collection hangars our iconic aircraft, vehicles and machines will be bathed in light, adding to the awesome revere these fantastic machines inspire.

For a unique twist on a winter light trail look no further.

As this is an outside event so warm waterproof protective clothing and footwear is recommended.

β˜•οΈ CAFE
CafΓ© open for festive drinks & snacks.

πŸ•Ÿ SESSION TIMES:
Choose a session time between 4.30pm - 6.50pm.

🎟 TICKET COST:
β–ͺ️Adult: Β£16.00 - Β£17.50
β–ͺ️Children aged 3+: Β£10
β–ͺ️2 and under go FREE!
β–ͺ️Group rate available

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated 2025


Time: 16:00 - 20:30

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2025, ready to light up Hertfordshire with over 20 sparkling light displays - including brand new installations - and a better than ever festive food village, offering visitors this year a truly elevated experience.

πŸ—“ 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
β–ͺ️Open from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
β–ͺ️First entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm

🀩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estate’s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!

🎑 NEW FOR 2025 / FROM £6.00
β–ͺ️Observation wheel

Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!

🐢 DOG INFORMATION
β–ͺ️Wednesday & Thursday

Due to last year’s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.

πŸ…ΏοΈ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trail’s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*

πŸ—Ί WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.

🎟 TICKET COST & BOOKING:
β–ͺ️From Β£14.40 for children
β–ͺ️From Β£23.50 for adults
β–ͺ️Please send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.

Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldn’t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.

🚦🚘 Lap of Lights 2025 - Silverstone Circuit, Towester


Time: 16:30 - 21:30

🚦Lap of Lights is back at Silverstone for 2025 and it's brighter than ever!

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
Everyday from 12 December 2025 - 3 January 2026! Excluding 25th December 2025.

✨️WHAT TO EXPECT - THE LAP EXPERIENCE
Buckle up for an unforgettable drive around the world-famous Grand Prix circuit β€” illuminated on a scale like never before!

Ten breathtaking light installations transform the night, with every scene surrounding you in festive colour, sound and energy. It’s not just the scale of the lights that will take your breath away, but the thrill of experiencing them from behind the wheel as you follow in the tracks of racing legends.

HOW MANY LIGHTS?
✨️6000 Dazzling LED panels for a one of a kind festive drive
✨️10 Stunning lighting activations
✨️20 Laser shows for the ultimate experience

πŸ”‡ TURN THE VOLUME UP!
Tune into Elf FM and pump festive tunes all lap long.

πŸ•Ÿ DURATION
This is a approx 30 minute experience which run every half hour, running from 16:30pm - 21:30pm in December 2025 and 16:30pm - 20:30pm in January 2026.

πŸ›Ž ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLY
You will need to arrive at Silverstone Circuit 30 minutes before your Lap of Lights experience start time.

 
🎟 TICKET COST PER CAR:
Ticket cost ranges between Β£50 - Β£80 per car depending on date and times selected.

πŸš™ DO YOU HAVE A MINI BUS OR OTHER VEHICLE?
If you are booking a minibus or other vehicle please contact us at enquiries@silverstone.co.uk

⛸️ WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO DO?
Step out of your car and onto the ice as Silverstone’s legendary F1 garages are transformed into a skating experience like no other! From your first lap on ice to show-stopping spins - Ice Trak is the coolest place to be this Christmas.

πŸ˜‹ FESTIVE FOOD
Fuel up with festive favourites at our food quarter. Find the perfect bite for all the family with dozens of items to choose from.

❓️FAQ's
Any questions? click here.

✨️ Stockwood Illuminated 2025 - Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton


Time: 16:30 - 20:00

✨️ This December 2025, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

🀩 EVENT DETAILS
This year we have doubled the light trail from 500 metres to one kilometre, with over 20 light creations and a custom-made soundtrack.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.  We have interactive light installations, shimmering disks reflecting the sky, bouncing psychelic colours, colourful animations and sparkly mirrors.

πŸŽ‰ WHAT'S NEW FOR 2025
For 2025 we're also introducing 13 new light creations inspired by fairy tales, fast reaction games , water and ice.  There'll also be a few surprises along the way so be prepared for magic and adventure.

We guarantee that Stockwood Illuminated will get you and your family in the festive spirit!  Book now to avoid disappointment.

πŸ—“ 2025 DATES
Running from 12th December - 4th January.
Excluding 15th, 25th, 26th December.

🎟 TICKET COST:
β–ͺ️£9 / Β£7 Concessions (inc. booking fee)

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
πŸ“§ Email:
boxoffice@culturetrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01582 878100 

🚜 πŸŽ… Christmas Tractor Run 2025 - Hitchin Priory


Time: 18:00 - 20:00

πŸŽ„ The Tractors... Are Coming back this on  Sunday 21st December 2025! In aid of Garden House Hospice Care. Hertfordshire's biggest FREE community event!

🚜 EVENT DETAILS
Join us for a magical evening as festively decorated tractors light up the streets in support of a great cause! Expect twinkling lights, holiday cheer, and a joyful community atmosphere!

  • πŸ—Ί TIMES & LOCATIONS
    β–ͺ️6:00pm – Baldock: Convoy begins in Clothall Road, Baldock, making its way through the High Street.
    β–ͺ️6:45pm – Letchworth: Arrives in Letchworth via Pixmore Way, into Norton Way South and up Gernon Road before making its way down Eastcheap, Leys Avenue and Broadway Gardens.
    β–ͺ️7:30pm – Hitchin: Leads via Hitchin Road, ending at Hitchin Priory Hotel, for the perfect finale of fairground rides, treats and thank yous.

  •  πŸ’– SUPPORT THE CAUSE: 
    Donate at: https://justgiving.com/campaign/xmastractors25

    🎁 Supported by North Herts Council

❓️WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Click the event link to take you to the Garden House Hospice Care website.