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A Nordic Christmas at Hughenden

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A Nordic Christmas at Hughenden

Join us this Christmas for a festive family trail based on the Nordic fairy-tale Little Fir Tree, plus storytelling, crafting, choirs and festive food!

Event is on now Ends 3rd January 2025
An Enchanted Christmas at Hinton Ampner

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An Enchanted Christmas at Hinton Ampner

Step into an Enchanted Christmas at Hinton Ampner with twinkling decorations, winter lights and sound effects

Event is on now Ends 5th January 2025
Steam Illuminations on the Watercress Line

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Steam Illuminations on the Watercress Line

STEAM ILLUMINATIONS is an incredible sound & light show on & in a steam train. Dance the night away to your favourite Christmas & party tunes!

Starting in 2 days 29th November 2024 to 4th January 2025
A Christmas Masquerade at Polesden Lacey

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A Christmas Masquerade at Polesden Lacey

Celebrate Christmas in style at Polesden Lacey as you take part in Grizwald the Griffin’s festive trail for families, filled with magic and wonder. 

Event is on now Ends 5th January 2025
A Gilded Christmas at Ham House and Garden

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A Gilded Christmas at Ham House and Garden

See 17th century Ham House and Garden in Richmond decorated with golden splendour, Christmas trees, twinkling candlelight and a spectacular sugar banquet.

Starting in 3 days 30th November 2024 to 1st January 2025
Shaun the Sheep™ – Find the Flock at Winkworth

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Shaun the Sheep™ – Find the Flock at Winkworth

Get ready for a baa-rilliant winter adventure at Winkworth Arboretum as Shaun the Sheep™ comes to life with a Christmas trail around the arboretum.

Event is on now Ends 19th January 2025
The Snowman™ at Sheffield Park and Garden

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The Snowman™ at Sheffield Park and Garden

The World of the Snowman™ is coming to Sheffield Park and Garden for the first time this Christmas. Join us for family fun walks, games and activities.

Starting in 3 days 30th November 2024 to 12th January 2025
A Nutcracker Christmas at Mottisfont

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A Nutcracker Christmas at Mottisfont

Enter the magical world of theatre this Christmas as Mottisfont unveils the Nutcracker with an adventure for all the family to enjoy!

Event is on now Ends 5th January 2025
Santa's Sky High Adventure

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Adults £20

Santa's Sky High Adventure

Grab your Santa suit and ho, ho hold on tight as you jingle-all-the-way around Europe's tallest high ropes course & zip-line in aid of Acorns

Starting in 10 days 7th December 2024 to 7th December 2024
Wonderland Christmas at The Vyne

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Wonderland Christmas at The Vyne

Experience Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass this Christmas at The Vyne!

Event is on now Ends 5th January 2025
Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote

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Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote

Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with music, lights and scents, inspired by the history of the house.

Event is on now Ends 5th January 2025
Ferry Meadows in Nene Park

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Ferry Meadows in Nene Park

Ferry Meadows is a great destination for a family outing and one of the region's major country parks.

Chester Zoo

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Adults £33

Chester Zoo

A renowned conservation-focused zoo, featuring diverse wildlife exhibits and initiatives for species preservation.

Roller Skating in Leicestershire

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Roller Skating in Leicestershire

Roller skating for all ages and abilities, at affordable prices. Public skating, Roller Discos & Parties. Cafe, free parking & free Wi-Fi.

Rosliston Forestry Centre

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Rosliston Forestry Centre

Rosliston Forestry Centre lies at the heart of The National Forest, a woodland haven offering outdoor activities, family fun and all-year round events.


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