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🎄 Light Up Clifton 2025
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 16:00 - 19:00
✨️ Light up Clifton 2025 - Join us on Church Street and Grange Street, Clifton, from 4pm on Saturday 6th December 2025 for a family friendly, mostly free, festive fun filled afternoon!
🎄 CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING - 5:30PM
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎤 Live Entertainment
🎅 FREE Santa's Grotto
🍻 Drinks from The Admiral
☕️ Hot Drinks
🍴 Food from vendors and at The Admiral
🚂 FREE Land Train rides
🎫 Raffle
🎯 FREE Traditional Games
🎁 Christmas Market
➕ MUCH more!
🎄 CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING - 5:30PM
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎤 Live Entertainment
🎅 FREE Santa's Grotto
🍻 Drinks from The Admiral
☕️ Hot Drinks
🍴 Food from vendors and at The Admiral
🚂 FREE Land Train rides
🎫 Raffle
🎯 FREE Traditional Games
🎁 Christmas Market
➕ MUCH more!
❄️ Stevenage Winter Wonderland 2025 - Stevenage Leisure Park
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 12:00 - 22:00
❄️ Stevenage Winter Wonderland returns 2025, and this year it’s going to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER & MORE MAGICAL than ever before!
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Open daily from 21st November 2025 – 4th January 2026
(Closed Christmas Day – even Santa needs a rest!)
❗️UPDATE:
Winter Wonderland will be closed Monday's, Tuesday's & Wednesday's untill 17th December 2025.
🕓 TIMES
▪️ Weekdays: 4pm - 10pm
▪️ Weekends: 12pm - 10pm
▪️ School Holidays: 12pm - 10pm
(22nd Dec 25 – 4th Jan 26)
▪️Christmas eve: 12pm - 8pm
⛔️ Closed Christmas Day
🎄WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect dazzling lights, festive rides, fun-filled games, delicious seasonal food and treats, and plenty of Christmas cheer for the whole family.
Step into the magic. See the Dazzling Lights & feel the wonder. Experience Christmas like never before.
✨️ Under Cover Real Ice Skating Rink
✨️ Funfair Rides
✨️ Festive Bars
✨️ Festive Food
✨️ Christmas Market
✨️ Giant Wheel
✨️ Game Stalls
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Open daily from 21st November 2025 – 4th January 2026
(Closed Christmas Day – even Santa needs a rest!)
❗️UPDATE:
Winter Wonderland will be closed Monday's, Tuesday's & Wednesday's untill 17th December 2025.
🕓 TIMES
▪️ Weekdays: 4pm - 10pm
▪️ Weekends: 12pm - 10pm
▪️ School Holidays: 12pm - 10pm
(22nd Dec 25 – 4th Jan 26)
▪️Christmas eve: 12pm - 8pm
⛔️ Closed Christmas Day
🎄WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect dazzling lights, festive rides, fun-filled games, delicious seasonal food and treats, and plenty of Christmas cheer for the whole family.
Step into the magic. See the Dazzling Lights & feel the wonder. Experience Christmas like never before.
✨️ Under Cover Real Ice Skating Rink
✨️ Funfair Rides
✨️ Festive Bars
✨️ Festive Food
✨️ Christmas Market
✨️ Giant Wheel
✨️ Game Stalls
✨️ Illuminated Big Wheel
✨️ Meet and greet Santa Claus
🎟 ADMISSION: £2 entrance fee per person paid on the gate (ages 4 and above).
⛸️ ICE SKATING
(Advanced booking recommended)
You have to be 3 years old + to be on the ice
Tickets are priced at £15 for adults and £11 for children under 16 when purchased in advance. If you buy on-site, prices increase to £16 for adults and £12 for children.
Families can take advantage of our ice skating bundle ticket for just £49, which includes ice skating for two adults and two children.
💥⛸️ Special Deals!
⭐️ Groups of 4 or more adults £13 each
⭐️ Groups of 4 or more children £9.50 each
⭐️ Carers free (Identification required)
Please note: All prices online may differ in person and are cheaper to be booked in advance online, all prices exclude the £2 entry fee to the Stevenage Winter Wonderland Site.
🎡 THE BIG WHEEL - £5.00
Stevenage Winter Wonderland - Big Wheel
Entry price to apply to all customes (under 2 years go free). You can book online, booking fees may apply.
🎅 MEET & GREET WITH SANTA CLAUS!
Get ready for a magical day filled with holiday cheer! Bring your family and friends to meet the jolly old man himself. It's the perfect opportunity to share your Christmas wishes and take memorable photos!
As a special treat, everyone who attends will receive a delightful gift to kick off the holiday season! Don’t miss out on this enchanting experience filled with laughter, joy, and the spirit of giving.
▪️ First Child: £12.60
▪️ Additional Children: £8.60
🪙 TOKEN COST FOR FUN FAIR:
▪️£1.20 each on the day
▪️Advance Bundle: 50 for £50 (saving £9.40)
(Booking fees apply)
NOTE: Online bookings are still subject to the £2 entrance fee on the day. Online Booking fees apply.
🧑🎄 WHAT'S NEW FOR 2025?
Join Sparkle & Blizzard — Santa’s most chaotic (and hilarious!) elves — as they take charge of planning the North Pole’s biggest Christmas bash in this brand new theatre show:
✨️ Sparkle & Blizzard’s Christmas Party Extravaganza! Expect laughter, music, mayhem, and a sleigh-full of festive cheer in this magical live show for all ages!
🗓 When are the shows on?
Every Saturday & Sunday from November 22nd, plus special shows on 22nd, 23rd & 24th December 2025.
The show is included in your Winter Wonderland entry fee — no extra ticket needed!
♿️ Is Stevenage Winter Wonderland wheelchair accessible?
Yes, we aim to make our event accessible to everyone. There are accessible pathways throughout the venue, and many attractions are suitable for wheelchair users. For more details, please contact our customer service team.
👀 KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page for any updates or changes.
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@stevenagewinterwonderland.co.uk
⛸️ ICE SKATING
(Advanced booking recommended)
You have to be 3 years old + to be on the ice
Tickets are priced at £15 for adults and £11 for children under 16 when purchased in advance. If you buy on-site, prices increase to £16 for adults and £12 for children.
Families can take advantage of our ice skating bundle ticket for just £49, which includes ice skating for two adults and two children.
💥⛸️ Special Deals!
⭐️ Groups of 4 or more adults £13 each
⭐️ Groups of 4 or more children £9.50 each
⭐️ Carers free (Identification required)
Please note: All prices online may differ in person and are cheaper to be booked in advance online, all prices exclude the £2 entry fee to the Stevenage Winter Wonderland Site.
🎡 THE BIG WHEEL - £5.00
Stevenage Winter Wonderland - Big Wheel
Entry price to apply to all customes (under 2 years go free). You can book online, booking fees may apply.
🎅 MEET & GREET WITH SANTA CLAUS!
Get ready for a magical day filled with holiday cheer! Bring your family and friends to meet the jolly old man himself. It's the perfect opportunity to share your Christmas wishes and take memorable photos!
As a special treat, everyone who attends will receive a delightful gift to kick off the holiday season! Don’t miss out on this enchanting experience filled with laughter, joy, and the spirit of giving.
▪️ First Child: £12.60
▪️ Additional Children: £8.60
🪙 TOKEN COST FOR FUN FAIR:
▪️£1.20 each on the day
▪️Advance Bundle: 50 for £50 (saving £9.40)
(Booking fees apply)
NOTE: Online bookings are still subject to the £2 entrance fee on the day. Online Booking fees apply.
🧑🎄 WHAT'S NEW FOR 2025?
Join Sparkle & Blizzard — Santa’s most chaotic (and hilarious!) elves — as they take charge of planning the North Pole’s biggest Christmas bash in this brand new theatre show:
✨️ Sparkle & Blizzard’s Christmas Party Extravaganza! Expect laughter, music, mayhem, and a sleigh-full of festive cheer in this magical live show for all ages!
🗓 When are the shows on?
Every Saturday & Sunday from November 22nd, plus special shows on 22nd, 23rd & 24th December 2025.
The show is included in your Winter Wonderland entry fee — no extra ticket needed!
♿️ Is Stevenage Winter Wonderland wheelchair accessible?
Yes, we aim to make our event accessible to everyone. There are accessible pathways throughout the venue, and many attractions are suitable for wheelchair users. For more details, please contact our customer service team.
👀 KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page for any updates or changes.
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@stevenagewinterwonderland.co.uk
🎅 Santa's Grotto 2025 at The Harpur Centre, Bedford
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🎄 Santa’s Grotto Returns to The Harpur Centre in Bedford for 2025!
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a heart-warming festive experience! Santa is back in his cosy grotto at the Harpur Centre and can’t wait to meet all the wonderful children of Bedford this Christmas.
Little ones can meet Santa, take home a festive gift, and enjoy a magical photo moment with Event-Photos, starting from just £4 per child.
Make sure to stop by before Santa sets off on his Christmas Eve journey!
📅 Grotto Dates & Times for November 2025
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a heart-warming festive experience! Santa is back in his cosy grotto at the Harpur Centre and can’t wait to meet all the wonderful children of Bedford this Christmas.
Little ones can meet Santa, take home a festive gift, and enjoy a magical photo moment with Event-Photos, starting from just £4 per child.
Make sure to stop by before Santa sets off on his Christmas Eve journey!
📅 Grotto Dates & Times for November 2025
• Sat 22nd: 10am–4pm (Light Switch On)
• Sun 23rd: 10am–3pm
• Sat 29th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 30th: 10am–3pm
🗓 Grotto Dates & Times for December 2025
• Sat 6th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 7th: 10am–3pm
• Sat 13th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 14th: 10am–3pm
• Sat 20th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 21st: 10am–3pm
• Mon 22nd: 10am–5pm
• Tues 23rd: 10am–5pm
• Wed 24th (Christmas Eve): 10am–3pm
💳 COST:
▪️1 child: £4.00
▪️2 children: £7.50
▪️3 children: £10.00
▪️4 children: £13.50
• Sun 23rd: 10am–3pm
• Sat 29th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 30th: 10am–3pm
🗓 Grotto Dates & Times for December 2025
• Sat 6th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 7th: 10am–3pm
• Sat 13th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 14th: 10am–3pm
• Sat 20th: 10am–5pm
• Sun 21st: 10am–3pm
• Mon 22nd: 10am–5pm
• Tues 23rd: 10am–5pm
• Wed 24th (Christmas Eve): 10am–3pm
💳 COST:
▪️1 child: £4.00
▪️2 children: £7.50
▪️3 children: £10.00
▪️4 children: £13.50
🎩 A Christmas Carol 2025 - British Schools Museum, Hitchin
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 16:00
🧑🎄 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.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Friday 28th December 2025 - 30th December
(Except: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 18th November & 25th, 26th December)
▪️Times: 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:
▪️Cost between £15.00 - £27.50
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Friday 28th December 2025 - 30th December
(Except: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 18th November & 25th, 26th December)
▪️Times: 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:
▪️Cost between £15.00 - £27.50
♿ ACCESSABILITY
If you have any questions regarding your accessibility needs, please email us before purchasing tickets.
📧 Email: help@ovo.org.uk
🐾🎅 Santa Paws at Houghton Hall Park 2025
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🎅🐾 Santa Paws is Coming Back to Houghton Hall Park on Saturday 6th December 2025 between 10am - 3pm.
✨️ ABOUT
After last year’s amazing success, Accoolade Hounds are returning to Houghton Hall Park with Santa Paws and his festive elves!
🎅 EVENT DETAILS
Bring your furry friends along for a magical festive visit! No need to book — just pop in and let your pups:
🎁 Meet Santa Paws
🐶 Receive their Christmas treats & presents
✨ Enjoy a fun, festive experience
It’s the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit with your four-legged family members!
🎟 COST - PAY ON THE DAY
▪️1 Dog: £7.00
▪️2 Dogs: £12.00
✨️ ABOUT
After last year’s amazing success, Accoolade Hounds are returning to Houghton Hall Park with Santa Paws and his festive elves!
🎅 EVENT DETAILS
Bring your furry friends along for a magical festive visit! No need to book — just pop in and let your pups:
🎁 Meet Santa Paws
🐶 Receive their Christmas treats & presents
✨ Enjoy a fun, festive experience
It’s the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit with your four-legged family members!
🎟 COST - PAY ON THE DAY
▪️1 Dog: £7.00
▪️2 Dogs: £12.00
🎄 Bedford Christmas Tree Festival 2025
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🎼 From school choirs to gospel groups, community ensembles to instrumental performances - we have 39 choirs and 8 instrumentalists ready to fill St Paul's Church in Bedford with the sounds of Christmas!
📅 DATES FOR 2025
▪️Wednesday 3rd December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Thursday 4th December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Friday 5th December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Saturday 6th December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 7th December: 12pm - 4pm
🎄 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy live music throughout each day as you explore our 70+ beautifully decorated Christmas trees. The perfect soundtrack to your festive visit!
🎟 ENTRY COST - PAY ON THE DOOR
▪️Adults: £4.00
▪️Under 16: Free
⬇️ EXTRA EVENTS
🥂 WEDNESDAY 3RD DECEMBER 2025
▪️Fizz at the Festival, 6pm - 8pm
Your chance to view the display of over 70 Christmas trees at their finest, when its dark outside and the lights are all twinkling.
🎟 Tickets cost: £12
Tickets can be purchased by phone:
☎️ Phone: 01234 340163
(10 – 4pm Monday to Friday)
📧 Email:
fizzatthefestival@stpaulschurchbedford.org.uk.
🎄FRIDAY 5TH DECEMBER 2025
▪️The Bedford Christmas Tree Festival Concert, 7.30pm.
This year we are delighted to be joined once again by the fabulous Amici Music – to celebrate our 25th festival, 25 talented musicians will perform Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi, and seasonal pieces.
🎟 Tickets: £25 – includes wine and a mince pie. Tickets can be purchased here.
ℹ️ CHARITY INFORMATION
All proceeds from the Festival and these events are donated to St Paul's Church, Bedford and Bedford Hospital Charity & Friends. Last year we raised over £23,000 and with your help, we hope to raise even more this year.
📅 DATES FOR 2025
▪️Wednesday 3rd December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Thursday 4th December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Friday 5th December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Saturday 6th December: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 7th December: 12pm - 4pm
🎄 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy live music throughout each day as you explore our 70+ beautifully decorated Christmas trees. The perfect soundtrack to your festive visit!
🎟 ENTRY COST - PAY ON THE DOOR
▪️Adults: £4.00
▪️Under 16: Free
⬇️ EXTRA EVENTS
🥂 WEDNESDAY 3RD DECEMBER 2025
▪️Fizz at the Festival, 6pm - 8pm
Your chance to view the display of over 70 Christmas trees at their finest, when its dark outside and the lights are all twinkling.
🎟 Tickets cost: £12
Tickets can be purchased by phone:
☎️ Phone: 01234 340163
(10 – 4pm Monday to Friday)
📧 Email:
fizzatthefestival@stpaulschurchbedford.org.uk.
🎄FRIDAY 5TH DECEMBER 2025
▪️The Bedford Christmas Tree Festival Concert, 7.30pm.
This year we are delighted to be joined once again by the fabulous Amici Music – to celebrate our 25th festival, 25 talented musicians will perform Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi, and seasonal pieces.
🎟 Tickets: £25 – includes wine and a mince pie. Tickets can be purchased here.
ℹ️ CHARITY INFORMATION
All proceeds from the Festival and these events are donated to St Paul's Church, Bedford and Bedford Hospital Charity & Friends. Last year we raised over £23,000 and with your help, we hope to raise even more this year.
👼 Johnsons Nativity 2025 - Johnsons of Old Hurst
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 17:30 - 20:30
👼 Join Johnsons of Old Hurst on Saturday 6th December 2025 from 5:30pm onwards for a magical festive evening with all ticket proceeds being donated to St Peter’s Church, Old Hurst.
EVENT DETAILS
Expect a heart-warming celebration featuring:
🐑 Farm animals
📖 Live narration
🎺 A brass band & carols
📸 Festive photo opportunities
… and plenty more Christmas cheer!✝
🎟 TICKET COST
Tickets are limited, so secure your spot today! Book your tickets here via the event link.
▪️Adult Ticket (16+): £5.50
▪️Children Ticket (2-15): £4.50
▪️Under 2: £0.00
EVENT DETAILS
Expect a heart-warming celebration featuring:
🐑 Farm animals
📖 Live narration
🎺 A brass band & carols
📸 Festive photo opportunities
… and plenty more Christmas cheer!✝
🎟 TICKET COST
Tickets are limited, so secure your spot today! Book your tickets here via the event link.
▪️Adult Ticket (16+): £5.50
▪️Children Ticket (2-15): £4.50
▪️Under 2: £0.00
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🎅 Santa's Grotto at Stanwick Lakes 2025
Saturday 06 December 2025
- 16:30
🎅 Bring your little ones to this lovely festive event at Stanwick Lakes this Christmas season 2025.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️December 6th, 7th, 13th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd.
🎅 EVENT DETAILS
Children will make their own natural Christmas decoration in the Visitor Centre, before meeting Santa’s Elf in their workshop, and Santa himself in his beautiful traditional cabin.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️December 6th, 7th, 13th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd.
🎅 EVENT DETAILS
Children will make their own natural Christmas decoration in the Visitor Centre, before meeting Santa’s Elf in their workshop, and Santa himself in his beautiful traditional cabin.
There are two ticket types available; “Family” and open “Group” sessions. You can request a Quiet Session on any ticket type at the time of booking. You can book tickets via the event link. Tickets must be made in advance.
WHAT DOES MY TICKET INCLUDE?
✨️ A lovely traditional journey through the Elves workshop to discover Santa in his cabin, in amongst the sparkling Christmas trees.
✨️A personal or group experience and chat with the big man himself.
✨️ The opportunity to take a special photographic memento of your visit before you leave.
✨️ Each child will receive an age-appropriate token gift from Father Christmas.
🎟 Santa’s Grotto – Family Visit: £13.50
Your child or children will have a visit with Santa by yourselves.
🎟 Santa’s Grotto – Group Visit: £9.50
You may be joined by other children, families and groups who book the same time as you.
🎫 Add on Elfish Activity Passport: £10.00
For the special price of £10, you can include a festive pass to your grotto visit. Our Elfish Activity Passports include pottery painting*, a trail pack and Christmas crafts – and will be issued to you on collection – usually when you check-in for your grotto visit (but you don’t have to complete all the activities on the same day!)
*Pottery painting includes items from our £8-£9.50 range. Please note, pottery is collected at a later date (currently 10 days – 2 weeks), once glazed, fired and made water/food safe for you.
✨️ All proceeds from parking help to fund our charity – Rockingham Forest Trust.
🅿️ PARKING
Usual parking charges apply.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01933 625 522
📧 Email: info@rftrust.org.uk
🎟 Santa’s Grotto – Group Visit: £9.50
You may be joined by other children, families and groups who book the same time as you.
🎫 Add on Elfish Activity Passport: £10.00
For the special price of £10, you can include a festive pass to your grotto visit. Our Elfish Activity Passports include pottery painting*, a trail pack and Christmas crafts – and will be issued to you on collection – usually when you check-in for your grotto visit (but you don’t have to complete all the activities on the same day!)
*Pottery painting includes items from our £8-£9.50 range. Please note, pottery is collected at a later date (currently 10 days – 2 weeks), once glazed, fired and made water/food safe for you.
✨️ All proceeds from parking help to fund our charity – Rockingham Forest Trust.
🅿️ PARKING
Usual parking charges apply.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01933 625 522
📧 Email: info@rftrust.org.uk
🎁 Christmas Farye at Marston Vale Forest Centre 2025
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🎁 Join us on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December 2025 for a magical weekend of Christmas cheer at the Forest Centre - and the best part? Entry is completely free! (Please note: parking charges apply)
🛍 STALLS
Explore handmade gifts from local businesses, food stalls, decorations, and more all whilst enjoying live music and carols throughout the day. You can even buy your Christmas tree from a local seller! We’ll also be running a Christmas raffle with some fantastic festive prizes up for grabs.
☕️ CAFE
Our café will be open all day selling festive favourites such as mulled wine and mince pies, as well as our usual menu with gluten free and vegan options available.
🧑🎄 Something for the little ones:
There’s plenty to keep children entertained across the weekend! Visit Santa’s Grotto, get creative with festive colouring and craft activities, and don’t forget to post your letter to Santa in our special North Pole post box.
There’s plenty to keep children entertained across the weekend! Visit Santa’s Grotto, get creative with festive colouring and craft activities, and don’t forget to post your letter to Santa in our special North Pole post box.
👑 Plus – we’re excited to welcome some extra special guests!
✨ The Ice Princesses will be visiting on Saturday from 11.30am - 12.30pm, and
✨️Lilo & Stitch will be joining us on Sunday from 11.30am - 12.30pm.
🎅 SANTA'S GROTTO: £2
✨ The Ice Princesses will be visiting on Saturday from 11.30am - 12.30pm, and
✨️Lilo & Stitch will be joining us on Sunday from 11.30am - 12.30pm.
🎅 SANTA'S GROTTO: £2
Santa’s Grotto sessions will run at the following times: 10.30-11.30am, 12.30-1.30pm, and 2.30-3.30pm.
🎟 TICKETS - FREE
Book your FREE ticket - it helps us plan, but walk-ins are welcome too! You can book your free tickets for entry via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 767037
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👣🧑🎄 The Nut Cracker Trail 2025 - Rushden Lakes
Saturday 06 December 2025
Time: 08:00 - 18:00
🧑🎄 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 £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
▪️Monday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Thursday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Friday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Saturday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Sunday: 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).
🌟 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 £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
▪️Monday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Thursday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Friday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Saturday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Sunday: 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
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🎁 Christmas Market at Luton Hoo Estate Walled Garden - 2025
Sunday 07 December 2025
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🎁 The Walled Garden Christmas Market - Christmas Starts Here on Sunday 7th December 2025 between 10am - 4pm.
✅️ FREE ENTRY
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Experience the Magic of Christmas and step into the warmth and wonder of our Conservatory Christmas Market, surrounded by the beauty of a historic country estate and within the walls of the wonderful Walled Garden.
Browse stalls filled with handcrafted gifts, local artisan produce, and seasonal delights — the perfect place to find something special for everyone on your list.
🍷 FOOD & DRINK
Indulge in delicious food and drink, from festive bakes and hot chocolate to savoury winter favourites and mulled wine.
🎅 VISIT SANTA - Sold out
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/96464
📍LOCATION
Within the Capability Brown–designed Walled Garden and Conservatory.
🅿️ PARKING: Parking only £2 per car
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
✅️ FREE ENTRY
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Experience the Magic of Christmas and step into the warmth and wonder of our Conservatory Christmas Market, surrounded by the beauty of a historic country estate and within the walls of the wonderful Walled Garden.
Browse stalls filled with handcrafted gifts, local artisan produce, and seasonal delights — the perfect place to find something special for everyone on your list.
🍷 FOOD & DRINK
Indulge in delicious food and drink, from festive bakes and hot chocolate to savoury winter favourites and mulled wine.
🎅 VISIT SANTA - Sold out
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/96464
📍LOCATION
Within the Capability Brown–designed Walled Garden and Conservatory.
🅿️ PARKING: Parking only £2 per car
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
🛍 Bromham Mill Christmas Artisan Fair 2025
Sunday 07 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 14:00
🛍 Join us at Bromham Mill to discover a treasure trove of handcrafted goods, from unique jewellery to artisanal foods, all made by local talents. Enjoy delicious treats, and the great community feel that makes Bromham Mill so special.
❤️ Bring along your friends and family and support local artisans and find the perfect one-of-a-kind gem! Visit us from 10am -2pm.
🅿️ PARKING
Limited free parking
☕️ THE MILL COFFEE SHOP
Come along, take a browse, and don't forget to grab a cuppa at The Mill Coffee Shop whilst you're at it! Take a look at the menu on the website here:
https://themillcoffeeshop.co.uk/
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY CAFE
Situated next to Bromham Park and the beautiful surrounding areas, we pride ourselves in being a dog friendly cafe. Our pawsome friends are our favourite visitors. We always have treats on hand so that well-behaved doggos can enjoy the spaces inside and outside alongside their wonderful humans.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 6th April
▪️Sunday 4th May
▪️Sunday 1st June
▪️Sunday 6th July
▪️Sunday 3rd August
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 2nd November
▪️Sunday 7th December
❤️ Bring along your friends and family and support local artisans and find the perfect one-of-a-kind gem! Visit us from 10am -2pm.
🅿️ PARKING
Limited free parking
☕️ THE MILL COFFEE SHOP
Come along, take a browse, and don't forget to grab a cuppa at The Mill Coffee Shop whilst you're at it! Take a look at the menu on the website here:
https://themillcoffeeshop.co.uk/
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY CAFE
Situated next to Bromham Park and the beautiful surrounding areas, we pride ourselves in being a dog friendly cafe. Our pawsome friends are our favourite visitors. We always have treats on hand so that well-behaved doggos can enjoy the spaces inside and outside alongside their wonderful humans.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 6th April
▪️Sunday 4th May
▪️Sunday 1st June
▪️Sunday 6th July
▪️Sunday 3rd August
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 2nd November
▪️Sunday 7th December
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🧚♀️ The all new adventures of Peter Pan Panto 2025 at Grove Theatre, Dunstable
Sunday 07 December 2025
🏴☠️ Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2025 panto, The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan, starring Eastenders’ RITA SIMONS as Captain Hook, alongside Dunstable favourite WILL KENNING as Mrs Smee, with further cast to be announced soon.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Friday 5th December 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Friday 5th December 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026
Once again, the show will be written by Paul Hendy, and produced by the award-winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind 2024’s box office smash-hit, Beauty and the Beast, and 2023’s brilliant Jack and the Beanstalk.
It’s never too early to book, with lavish sets, hilarious jokes and fun for the whole family, HOOK your tickets now!
🏫 RESERVED FOR SCHOOL DATES
🏫 RESERVED FOR SCHOOL DATES
Please note the following dates are reserved for school groups: Tuesday 9th, Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th, Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th and Friday 19th (AM).
👋 SIGNED PERFORMANCE
👋 SIGNED PERFORMANCE
▪️Monday 29 December, 2pm.
😌 RELAXED PERFORMANCE
▪️Friday 2 January, 2pm.
🗣 AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE
▪️Sunday 4 January, 1pm (with a touch tour prior to the show)
😌 RELAXED PERFORMANCE
▪️Friday 2 January, 2pm.
🗣 AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE
▪️Sunday 4 January, 1pm (with a touch tour prior to the show)
🎟 BOOKING
(You can book via the event link)
NOTE: A £3.50 transaction fee will be applied to your booking. You can book via the event link.
♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Tickets can be not booked online please phone the box office.
☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01582 60 20 80
(You can book via the event link)
NOTE: A £3.50 transaction fee will be applied to your booking. You can book via the event link.
♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Tickets can be not booked online please phone the box office.
☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01582 60 20 80
👸 Cinderella 2025 - Tads Theatre, Toddington
Sunday 07 December 2025
Time: 14:30
🎭 TADS Theatre Group Toddington presents, CINDERELLA. A family pantomime full of fun and laughter for all ages.
🕖 DOORS TIMES
Doors open 20-30 minutes before the performance is due to commence.
🕖 DOORS TIMES
Doors open 20-30 minutes before the performance is due to commence.
ABOUT:
Bought to you by the award-winning team behind ‘Aladdin’ and this years hit ‘Sinders’, Harry Rodgers and Darren Adams.
🗓 2025 DATE & SHOW TIMES
▪️Fri 5 Dec 2025, 7:30PM
▪️Sat 6 Dec 2025, 2:30PM & 7:30PM
▪️Sun 7 Dec 2025, 2:30PM
▪️Fri 12 Dec 2025, 7:30PM
▪️Sat 13 Dec 2025, 2:30PM & 7:30PM
▪️Sun 14 Dec 2025, 2:30PM
🅿️ PARKING
For the benefit of our neighbours, please avoid parking in Conger Lane, down past the Oddfellows Arms as the street becomes narrow.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Adult: £12.83
▪️Adult (members only): £11.76
▪️Concessions (U18, students, over 60s and unwaged): £10.69
▪️Concessions (U18, students, over 60s and unwaged - members only): £9.62
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07736 838360
📧 Email: enquiries@tadstheatre.org
🐻 Goldilocks And The Three Bears - Milton Keynes Theatre
Sunday 07 December 2025
🐻 Enter a world of wonder at Milton Keynes’ home of pantomime, as the magical Goldilocks and the Three Bears comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from 6th December 2025 - 11th January 2026 with afternoon & evening performances! Book tickets here.
🤩 ABOUT
For five weeks only, join iconic comedian, TV and musical theatre star Brian Conley, as the theatre is transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen.
🎪 WHAT TO EXPECT
This festive extravaganza is packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, hair-raising stunts and international circus acts!
Goldilocks’ circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their circus friends, they’re battling to rescue their Big Top from ruin. Will they succeed? All seems lost, until three brilliant bears join the gang…
Roll up, roll up to see panto join the circus, and be swept away by a pantomime spectacular that’s just right!
🚫 DATES NOT SHOWING:
▪️Dec, 15th, 18th, 25th
▪️Jan, 1st, 5th,
🎟 TICKETS COST: FROM £15
(Plus booking fee) BOOK HERE
🤩 ABOUT
For five weeks only, join iconic comedian, TV and musical theatre star Brian Conley, as the theatre is transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen.
🎪 WHAT TO EXPECT
This festive extravaganza is packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, hair-raising stunts and international circus acts!
Goldilocks’ circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their circus friends, they’re battling to rescue their Big Top from ruin. Will they succeed? All seems lost, until three brilliant bears join the gang…
Roll up, roll up to see panto join the circus, and be swept away by a pantomime spectacular that’s just right!
🚫 DATES NOT SHOWING:
▪️Dec, 15th, 18th, 25th
▪️Jan, 1st, 5th,
🎟 TICKETS COST: FROM £15
(Plus booking fee) BOOK HERE
✨️ Shuttleworth in Lights 2025/2026
Sunday 07 December 2025
Time: 16:30
✨️ Shuttleworth's unique twist on a winter light trail.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️5 - 7 December 2025
▪️12 - 14 December 2025
▪️19 - 21 December 2025
▪️1 - 3 January 2026
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️5 - 7 December 2025
▪️12 - 14 December 2025
▪️19 - 21 December 2025
▪️1 - 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.
As this is an outside event so warm waterproof protective clothing and footwear is recommended.
☕️ CAFE
Café open for festive drinks & snacks.
🕟 SESSION TIMES:
Choose a session time between 4.30pm - 6.50pm.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £16.00 - £17.50
▪️Children aged 3+: £10
▪️2 and under go FREE!
▪️Group rate available
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🦌 Meet Real Reindeer at Market Hill, Luton - December 2025
Sunday 07 December 2025
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
🦌 Bring the whole family for a truly magical Christmas experience on Market Hill in Luton on Sunday 7th December 2025 between 11am - 2pm.
🎅 EVENT DETAILS
Meet Santa’s real reindeer up close, snap a festive photo in Santa’s sleigh, and even have the chance to feed these gentle holiday stars.
It’s the perfect way to sprinkle some Christmas magic into your weekend and create memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t forget your camera — this is one photo op you won’t want to miss!
🎅 EVENT DETAILS
Meet Santa’s real reindeer up close, snap a festive photo in Santa’s sleigh, and even have the chance to feed these gentle holiday stars.
It’s the perfect way to sprinkle some Christmas magic into your weekend and create memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t forget your camera — this is one photo op you won’t want to miss!
✨️ 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.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 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.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 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.
🚂 Christmas at centre:mk 2025
Sunday 07 December 2025
✨️ Christmas at centre:mk 2025
Step into Starlight Square and discover the magic of Christmas in Middleton Hall.
🗓 2025 DATES
15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Please note Starlight Square will be closed 25th & 26th December and 1st January 2026.
Time will vary day to day, click on the event link to take you to the website.
🚂 WHAT TO EXPECT
From our Very Merry Christmas Market featuring unique and local businesses, to enchanting rides for all the family to enjoy together. Don't miss the Victorian Double Decker Carousel and Helter Skelter, Test Drive Santa's Sleigh with our VR experience, jump aboard our Train ride and admire the twinkling lights.
Step into Starlight Square and discover the magic of Christmas in Middleton Hall.
🗓 2025 DATES
15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Please note Starlight Square will be closed 25th & 26th December and 1st January 2026.
Time will vary day to day, click on the event link to take you to the website.
🚂 WHAT TO EXPECT
From our Very Merry Christmas Market featuring unique and local businesses, to enchanting rides for all the family to enjoy together. Don't miss the Victorian Double Decker Carousel and Helter Skelter, Test Drive Santa's Sleigh with our VR experience, jump aboard our Train ride and admire the twinkling lights.
Don't forget to stop off at Santa's Postbox and send your wish lists to the big man himself!
🎁 CHRISTMAS MARKET
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, picking out a festive outfit, or enjoying a festive day out with the family making special memories, there’s something for everyone to make the season feel truly special.
Very Merry Christmas Market will vary in opening times, click the event link to find out more.
🎁 CHRISTMAS MARKET
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, picking out a festive outfit, or enjoying a festive day out with the family making special memories, there’s something for everyone to make the season feel truly special.
Very Merry Christmas Market will vary in opening times, click the event link to find out more.
🎟 RIDE PRICES:
▪️Train: £2.50 per person
▪️VR Sleigh Ride: £6 per person
(Book via the event link)
▪️Carousel: £3 per person, per ride
▪️Helter Skelter: £2 for 1 slide, per person, or £3 for 2 slides, per person
🎅 SANTA'S GROTTO WITH PETER RABBIT AND FRIENDS BOOKING & INFO
(21st Nov - 24th December 2025)
https://www.centremk.com/whats-on/events/santas-grotto-with-peter-rabbit-friends/
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION FOR MILTON KEYNES SHOPPING CENTRE ONLY
https://www.centremk.com/visit/amenities/
🎄 Bedfordshire Growers Christmas Farye & Santa Paws 2025
Sunday 07 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:30
🛍 JOIN US FOR OUR CHRISTMAS FAYRE AT BEDFORDSHIRE GROWERS.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 6th December
▪️Sunday 7th December
▪️From 10 AM to 3 PM
ℹ️ DETAILS
Our annual Christmas Fayre featuring local stall holders selling a variety of Christmas gifts and treats!
🐶 SANTA PAWS - £7.00
Hi All, we’re delighted to be running a Santa Paws event at Beds Growers. A chance for you to bring your pet or pets to meet Santa, get their own gift and some photos with Santa and his Elves.
All funds raised towards RATS - Rehoming Animal Telephone RATS - Rehoming Animal Telephone Service
🗓 SANTA PAWS DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 6th December 2025
🐾10:30pm - 1pm & l:30pm - 4:00pm
▪️Sunday 7th December 2025
🐾10:30am - 1pm & 1:30pm - 3pm
🎟 BOOKING REQUIRED
If you would like to book Santa Paws please do so by messaging /phoning:
☎️ Phone: 07749019121
☕️ CAFE AT BG'S COUTRY STORE
Feeling hungry check out the cafe menu here
STALL HOLDERS
Email to book a table:
📧 Email: alex.dilley@bedgrow.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01767 319215
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 6th December
▪️Sunday 7th December
▪️From 10 AM to 3 PM
ℹ️ DETAILS
Our annual Christmas Fayre featuring local stall holders selling a variety of Christmas gifts and treats!
🐶 SANTA PAWS - £7.00
Hi All, we’re delighted to be running a Santa Paws event at Beds Growers. A chance for you to bring your pet or pets to meet Santa, get their own gift and some photos with Santa and his Elves.
All funds raised towards RATS - Rehoming Animal Telephone RATS - Rehoming Animal Telephone Service
🗓 SANTA PAWS DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 6th December 2025
🐾10:30pm - 1pm & l:30pm - 4:00pm
▪️Sunday 7th December 2025
🐾10:30am - 1pm & 1:30pm - 3pm
🎟 BOOKING REQUIRED
If you would like to book Santa Paws please do so by messaging /phoning:
☎️ Phone: 07749019121
☕️ CAFE AT BG'S COUTRY STORE
Feeling hungry check out the cafe menu here
STALL HOLDERS
Email to book a table:
📧 Email: alex.dilley@bedgrow.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01767 319215
