Manchester Christmas Markets 2018
The Christmas Markets are located in 10 different spaces around the city, each with its own distinct character and atmosphere:Albert Square | Brazennose Street | St Ann’s Square | Exchange...
The Christmas Markets are located in 10 different spaces around the city, each with its own distinct character and atmosphere:Albert Square | Brazennose Street | St Ann’s Square | Exchange...
Get Christmas off to a magical start by riding the Santa Express. Sit back and enjoy the Santa Express as it steams through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Adult Child >...
Join us for a magical experience to get the whole family into the festive spirit! One of Father Christmas’ elves has lost her Christmas cheer and Father Christmas needs your...
Choose from Santa Sleepovers or Midweek Magic packages. Gulliver’s Hotel Warrington has themed family suites including pirate, princess and western options. All festive packages include a visit to see Santa...
Have Breakfast with Santa!
The Christmas Market will be full of festive cheer! The barns will be packed with wonderful presents for Christmas as well as mouthwatering treats for the festive season. The Rode...
Come along and have your breakfast with Santa. A hot or cold breakfast, a gift from Santa and a single play pass for your chosen attraction will be included for the...
Join us this Christmas for a truly magical experience … Follow the meandering Christmas Trail to the Enchanted Woodland where the mischievous Elves will escort you to Santa’s Grotto –...
Join Santa onboard the Community Spirit canal boat for a festive 35 minute round trip along the canals of Tameside with songs, stories, and presents with Santa! Each ticket includes...
Once again, we'll be running a Christmas and Winter themed event, and Santa has informed us that he had SUCH a nice time meeting children at the Zoo in 2017,...
You are invited to come on The Elf Adventure Challenge; take part in Elf tasks and games. Join in with the music, fun and story and when you complete your...
Wish lists at the ready! Join in with a special half-hour session of festive activities, including a private family visit to Father Christmas and a gift. Admission charges apply.
Lapland may be closer than you think at the Reindeer Lodge! Come and enjoy a fun and festive treat this Christmas at the Reindeer Lodge. Set within 50-acres of stunning...
Come and visit Santa in his own magical winter wonderland this year at Notcutts. Enjoy a special visit with Santa and a Christmas gift for all the boys and girls....
Join Santa in his Grotto at the Barn at Glebe Farm every Saturday and Sunday in December before Christmas. He will be dropping in between 11am and 1pm and again...
Come and see your favourite farmyard friends when you visit Father Christmas and his reindeer, Prancer and Dancer. Live music from carol singers, brass bands, children’s entertainers, face painting, meet...
Macclesfield 2018 Christmas Light Switch On. Come join the Christmas celebrations with a fun packed day of entertainment, stalls and more
Knutsford Christmas Weekend sees two days of festive cheer kicking off the Christmas season in style.A two day festive street market providing the perfect place to get some unique gifts...
Kicking off the Christmas season in style with a fantastic assortment of community entertainment from 1pm to 7pm on Saturday 1st December 2018, with the the light switch on at 6pm....
A highlight of the Christmas Weekend for many children (and adults too!) is the Reindeer Parade. Santa brings a team of his Reindeer to bring him along King Street and...
Welcome to our Christmas Artisan Market! This is an indoor event. Free entry and bar opens from 12, teas and coffees from 10am. Lots of amazing and beautiful gifts by...
Chainsaw Carving in Macclesfield Forest. Drop in at any time to watch as Ranger Ed chainsaw carves a tree stump into a creature. Part of the Family Activity Day at...
Come and take a Santa Cruise on the Manchester Ship Canal this December with the chance to meet Santa Claus as he brings a bit of his grotto on board....
Christmas is coming to the Heatons again! You’ve all been good this year… so good that Santa is taking time out from planning Christmas and is making a special visit...
Cheshire Children’s Market is at Wilmslow Leisure Centre SK9 1BU on December 2nd from 2:30-4pm! It’s our MEGA Christmas Event so don’t miss out on grabbing a Christmas bargain! ...
Enter a magical Christmas Mansion themed to 'Food Glorious Food' and decorated with fresh foliage and stunning decorations. Special lighting and seasonal music adds to the festive atmosphere as you...
A chance to celebrate the Season and support local businesses. Park Lane is closed from the Vernon Building Society up to Panache from 7 – 9pm. Come along to enjoy...
Get Christmas off to a magical start by riding the Santa Express. Sit back and enjoy the Santa Express as it steams through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Adult Child >...
ECHO (the trusts hospital and community healthcare charity) presents the annual Christmas Market. Come down to Treetops Restaurant at Macclesfield Hospital on the 6th December from 3:30pm and fill your...
Our Lantern Parade is a special evening for all the family. Father Christmas will be in the Stableyard and our Christmas Mansion, Gift Fair, shops and restaurants will all be...
You're sure to find that perfect gift with over 40 stalls in the Tenants Hall offering a wide range of present ideas, food and drinks and Christmas Essentials.
Explore all the tradition and magic of Christmas at Lyme, with ‘An Audience with Father Christmas.’The Chapel will be transformed into a magical, festive space with cosy rugs and cushions...
Annual Christmas Markets
Get Christmas off to a magical start by riding the Santa Express. Sit back and enjoy the Santa Express as it steams through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Adult Child > 2...
Enjoy a special Breakfast or Supper with Santa this Christmas Whilst you tuck into your freshly cooked meal Santa will arrive with his magical sack of presents. Enjoy our festive...
Enjoy a special Breakfast or Supper with Santa this Christmas. Whilst you tuck into your freshly cooked meal Santa will arrive with his magical sack of presents. Enjoy our festive...
Join us for breakfast and meet Father Christmas! He’ll be there to sing a song wish you a Merry Christmas then his helper will escort you over to the Garden...
The Elves are on the loose in the park! Can you find them all and collect their names? Pick up a map from the visitor centre and get searching around...
Here at Toby, we believe that a proper breakfast is the most important way to start a cold winter’s day. That’s why you can bring along Santa’s ‘little helper’ to...
Children are invited to go along to meet Father Christmas at Aldeli where they can enjoy a festive breakfast, write their letters to Santa and then will able to meet...
Includes a kiddies breakfast, drink, a gift & story with Santa. All children must be accompanied by an adult who will receive a drink on arrival.
Messy Sheep Christmas Crafts and songs! Drop in session.
Find Father Christmas in a unique outdoor theatrical experience set in the heart of our magical Cheshire woodlands! Various times on each day £19.95-£27.50 UNDER 3'S GO FREE
Don’t miss this unique theatrical experience to find Father Christmas at Blakemere’s Christmas Woodland. Experience includes – Meet & Greet with Father Christmas plus Children’s gift; Mrs Claus’s Kitchen Craft;...
Dick Whittington is one of the nation’s best loved rags-to-riches stories. Buxton's favourite Dame, James Holmes (‘Clive’ from the hit comedy series Miranda) returns as Dame Sarah the Cook, while Gabrielle...
Buxton Sparkles Lantern Parade. A magical journey through Buxton. Bring your lanterns and join Dick Whittington on his travels to London. We shall be walking and singing all through the...
The 2018 Lantern Parade will be held on Saturday 8th December. Setting off at 5pm from the Barncroft and parading through the town centre led by exciting feature lanterns, which will...
The Christmas Crib is blessed and a selection of Carols sang as part of the Crib Service on Saturday 8th December at 5.45pm, immediately following the Lantern Parade. Lead by the...
We will be holding our first Christmas Market on Sunday 9 December 2018 10am-6pm. If you are interested in taking a stall, please contact Liz Burden on 07894 903323.
Join Christmas Princess for an Afternoon Tea party. Let her entertain your little ones with Christmas fun!
Santa is coming to the farm! Come and join us on Sunday the 9th of December between 11am and 2pm when we get a festive visit! All children will get...
A chance to try your hand at some simple Christmas themed decorations or gifts. Suitable for all the family and all skill levels! Full instructions will be given on how...
Dick Whittington is one of the nation’s best loved rags-to-riches stories. Buxton’s favourite Dame, James Holmes (‘Clive’ from the hit comedy series Miranda) returns as Dame Sarah the Cook, while Gabrielle...
Get Christmas off to a magical start by riding the Santa Express. Sit back and enjoy the Santa Express as it steams through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Adult Child > 2...
The Elves are on the loose in the park! Can you find them all and collect their names? Pick up a map from the Tegg's Nose Tea Room for 50p and...
Wear your Pyjamas and Bring Your Teddy
Explore all the tradition and magic of Christmas at Lyme, with ‘An Audience with Father Christmas.’The Chapel will be transformed into a magical, festive space with cosy rugs and cushions...
All welcome
Get Christmas off to a magical start by riding the Santa Express. Sit back and enjoy the Santa Express as it steams through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Adult Child >...
Visit Father Christmas in his festive grotto at Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre this Winter. While you are waiting enjoy a hot chocolate, tea, coffee or festive treats which...
Father Christmas will be visiting our beautiful Victorian parlour at the Old Sunday school on Saturday 15th December between 10am and 2pm, so come along and say hello and he...
Santa Special Steam Trains depart from Rudyard Station only. You will enjoy a scenic steam train ride before alighting to see Santa in his Grotto by the Lake. The Grotto...
Jenny Cooke reading from her new children;s book 'The Star of Wonder' Free/Drop in
Enjoy a FREE Christmas story with Santa's Elf every weekend from 10 November - 23 December. No booking required. 🌟 Located in the Elf Cottage in the Centre of the...
Gawsworth Church, Christmas Tree Festival, an event not to be missed, visited by over 6,000 people last year. Church Hall Cafe will be open each day for refreshments.Books and Bric-A-Brac,...
Join us to make super cute Angel Christmas Tree toppers. £3 per child, call the cafe to book a slot - 3.40/ 4.10/ 4.40.
Join Poynton Royal British Legion Concert Band and the Just Song Choir. Music for all Ages. Sing Carols. Raffle. Book in advance.
Come and join the festive fun with a variety of Christmas themed activities and inflatables. £4 per person; £12 family ticket T: 01260 387717
Gather at 6pm in Astbury Church for a 6.30 start. Tickets on sale at Glebe Farm Shop - 01260 273916
Come in and make a badge - 50p a go! We have the badge maker in the library from 18th - 21st December Please check exact timings with library
Get Christmas off to a magical start by riding the Santa Express. Sit back and enjoy the Santa Express as it steams through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Adult Child > 2...
Have fun at PlayTime & enjoy a special visit from Santa himself! There’ll be festive singing, shaking of bells with dancing & free play with a chance to say ‘hello’...
Join us with your babies for their very own gentle festive session of music & lights with bells & bubbles & a little visit from Santa himself. Santa will be...
We begin with storytelling designed to engage all your baby's senses before moving on to a play session in our Tudor themed discovery stations. 11am-11.45am
Dick Whittington is one of the nation’s best loved rags-to-riches stories. Buxton’s favourite Dame, James Holmes (‘Clive’ from the hit comedy series Miranda) returns as Dame Sarah the Cook, while Gabrielle...
Hotdog and Mustard - live comic book reading with Marc Jackson
What better way to kick off the Christmas festivities than brunch with Santa on Saturday 22nd December Each child will receive a gift from the man himself and his little...
Bring your child along to our breakfast with Santa on Saturday 22nd December ! £7.50 per child - includes breakfast , activities ,a present from Santa and opportunity for parents...
Jingle mess, jingle mess, jingle all the way! Don your Christmas jumpers and join the best festive party of the season! Mums, dads, boys and girls, whether you’ve been naughty...
No need to prebook
No need to prebook
Join us for festive carols with a live band, shopping and dining in the Stableyard.
Our next Lego Club is during the Christmas Holidays - Thursday 27th December 2.15 - 3.15. Booking is open now please give us a call - 01625 37400 or send...
£5 per family. No need to book, just turn up.
Wear your Christmas jumpers for this Christmas Special Lego Club! Suitable for ages 2-12. No need to book.
A charming, funny and enchanting retelling of the Nativity story, jam packed with family fun. £6 per person
Keep an eye out for the birds tiny hats, scarves, jumpers and mittens which are lost amongst the trees and bushes as you explore the gardens. Pick up a trail...
Suitable for primary aged children. Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Come along to our informal and friendly meeting to raise your awareness that in every aspect of your care you do have choices!
Typical activities include exploring, games, swings and ropes, physical challenges, tool use, nature crafts, environmental awareness, foraging, shelter building. Suitable for accompanied children over 2 years old. Younger children and...
Join one of Jodrell Bank’s popular Telescope Walking Tours. Walking Tours last around 45 minutes, will take place indoors if wet, are available on a drop-in basis and are free...
Journey with us to the deep dark wood as The Gruffalo’s Child goes on a little adventure. Suitable for babies & young children this is a great family event filled...
The Awesome Mums' Brunch Club is lovely charity ran by local mums to raise awareness of perinatal mental health issues. The main purposes of the group are to help break...
Wilmslow Artisan Market is one of the highlights on the town’s calendar and takes place on the 3rd Saturday every month right in the heart of town adjacent to the...
19 January 11-12pm Parrs Wood High School 19 January 3-4pm Our Lady’s RC high school, M9 0RP 20 January 11-12pm Congleton Leisure Centre 20 January 1-2pm Poynton Leisure Centre The discos are lots...
19 January 11-12pm Parrs Wood High School 19 January 3-4pm Our Lady’s RC high school, M9 0RP 20 January 11-12pm Congleton Leisure Centre 20 January 1-2pm Poynton Leisure Centre The discos are lots...
A day of delectable confectionary, singalong live music and chocolatiers. For the young ones - arts and crafts, chocolate egg decorating, chocolate tasting experience, chocolate factory play zone Tickets £0.00-£18.00
For their January outdoor meeting, Macclesfield RSPB Wildlife Explorer and Phoenix groups are inviting local families to join them and a team of birdwatching experts and enthusiasts to complete a...
We will begin by reading the popular storybook 'Zog' by Julia Donaldson followed by fun related activities in our heated classroom and forest. There will also be the opportunity for...
Free craft activity for the kids at The Welcome! Help us to make the scarecrows for the Tatton Park festival and get free entry to the event with free transport...
Join us on a fun-filled rocket trip into space, exploring the solar system and playing lots of games along the way. Sessions last around 20 minutes and are designed for...
Follow the red lanterns around the garden to the fabulous Chinese Garden at Biddulph Grange and see if you can find some of our iconic Chinese plants. For a further...
Aimed at (but not exclusive to) children ages 5-11 years old. Your Slime fanatics will spend 90 minutes creating two different slime pots, experimenting with slime handling, join our Slime...
Be the first to explore the new trail around the mill and collect all your stamps as you go! Have a go at different jobs and experience the dangers of...
Stories, crafts, dragon eggs and owls are all in the line up! Tickets £2 and must be booked in advance.
Free event but limited spaces so booking essential.
With an array of brilliant Circus acts, music & real youthful energy, enjoy an international Production packed full of comedy, jugglers, daredevils, acrobatics & aerial acts, including the Motorbikes inside...
Encourage birds to your garden over winter by making your own bird feeder to take home! Find out some 'Feathery Facts' about birds and their habitats. Suitable for all ages....
Challenge yourself to our action-packed adventure golf and see if you can complete the course – just don’t get chomped by our Jurassic friends along the way! Back by popular...
Over the course of the week, we'll have loads of workshops in things such as dance, rapping, art and crafts, music and singing. We're building a little stage where children...
Take a trip into the brilliant 3-D technicolour world of the best loved children’s author, Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler, with the UK’s first immersive exhibition of their wonderful...
The Awesome Mums’ Brunch Club is a community of brilliant people who support each other through the ups and downs of parenting. The main purposes of the group are to...
Children taking part in this session will have the opportunity to board a real aircraft. Try your hand at being a pilot, cabin crew or air traffic controller in our...
Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as they share the delight of discovery. With beautifully inventive puppetry the show promises a cast full of all your favourite characters from...
Our next Junior Farmer sessions will be held during the February half-term when we’ll show how to Grow Your Own Veggies! Ages 3 – 11. Different sessions aimed at different...
Join us this February Half Term for a Spellbinding Wizardry Experience! Don your Best Wizard and Wizardess Costumes and Enroll at Hogfields School Of Wizardry. Your tickets include all day admssion...
Get 50% off kids tickets all half term at Knowsley Safari! Book online or pay on the gate and get ready for an adventure!
Come along to the scarecrow festival in the Gardens where over 30 scarecrows will be resident for you to hunt down. Have fun and have a go at making your...
Come along to the scarecrow festival in the Gardens where over 30 scarecrows will be resident for you to hunt down. Have fun and have a go at making your...
Once upon a time your favourite Superheroes & Princesses embarked on an adventure around Blakemere Village…a magical spell was cast, and they were all frozen in time! This spell has...
16th-24th February 2019 Reaseheath Zoo, Nantwich, Cheshire CW5 6DF 01270 613222
A week of activities and playful interventions for the whole family, Saturday 16 – Sunday 24 February. All events are free and drop in. Activities include Weaving Studio, Weaving Baby and Stitch...
Take a spin on Victorian style fairground rides this February half term. Scream your way down the Helter-Skelter, win a prize on Hook-a-Duck, race your horse on the Carousel, take...
We challenge children and adults to go head-to-head and show off their knowledge of all things space. Which of our exciting experiments you will see depends on who’s rocketing to...
Go in search of the bugs and beasties that make themselves at home in the house. See what it takes to protect all of Lyme's treasures. This event is free,...
Calling all budding bakers! We are holding a cookie making class in our tipi Playhouse. Join us in the Playhouse to cut out cookies in all different shapes. We will...
Rumble In The Jungle
A fun filled week of Sports and Arts & Crafts with a nature theme. 18th-22nd February 2019
Fun, themed holiday club! Aimed at 4-13 year olds. Monday 18th February -Magic and Mystery 8.15am-6pm Tuesday 19th February- Feelings 8.15am-6pm Wednesday 20th February- Roald Dahl 8.15am-5.30pm 2nd Knutsford Scout...
Join the team for a day of sporting mayhem, swimming, games, challenges and teamwork activities. 5 – 12 yrs
A full day of football fun and activities with prizes and competitions to be won EVERYDAY WHERE - Hurdsfield Primary School SK10 2LW WHEN - Monday 18th - Friday 22nd...
Find 10 Harry Potter prizes hidden around the library and answer the questions for a chance to win a prize.
No need to book just come along and join us for some outdoor fun! Activities may include:bug hunting, natural crafts, scavenger hunts …and much more! FREE 18 February 2019. Drop...
Starting from scratch, kids will make the dough, roll it out, spread the home made tomato sauce and add the toppings. We provide all the utensils, ingredients and more importantly...
The CST is looking forward to another successful camp packed full of games, mini-workshops and tournaments. There will be lots of prizes to be won each day, including match tickets to...
Lots of games, sports activities , swim at 1.45pm-3pm and Console action. Bring your packed lunch and swimwear. We will take care of the rest with our staff supervising all...
Borrow a nature pack and explore the garden on our fun-filled self-guided trail. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Fun for all the family. Join our supervised session; use our skates or bring your own. 18th February 12.45-1.45pm
Here’s your chance to meet one of our resident science and astronomy experts. You’ll learn all about their work, plus have a chance to ask the space questions you’ve always...