Christmas at Stow
Set around the aerodrome's 1916 Airmen's Mess, the event features craft stalls offering items such as woodcraft, metalwork, glass, and crochet, alongside traditional blacksmith demonstrations at the forge. Live entertainment runs throughout the day with sets by Sabre Saxes, the Chelmsford Male Voice Choir, Braintree Voices, and carols played on vintage handbells by the All Saints Church Handbell Ringers. Visitors can also see 10th Essex Living History Group reenactors in Great War uniforms, take part in children's craft making, and spot Father Christmas wandering the grounds.
What to Expect
Festive market and live entertainment at a historic WW1 aerodrome.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome
Food & Drink
Rosie’s homemade lunches and other food and drink are available, alongside beer and cider gift packs from Datum Attitude.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and festive craft shoppers
Vibe
Festive and nostalgic
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
Tips & Advice
- Tickets are available on the door, so you can buy yours when you arrive.
- If you want to see the aircraft hangars, exhibitions, and galleries, arrange the full museum entry upgrade on arrival.
- Bring children ready to take part in Christmas craft-making, with creations to take home.
- Allow time to visit the craft stalls and see the blacksmith demonstrations in the forge.
Special Events & Promotions
- Under-16s enter free.
- Visitors can upgrade to full Museum entry on arrival; the event ticket does not include the aircraft hangars, exhibitions or galleries.
- Father Christmas will drop in and wander the grounds.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can tickets be bought at the event?
Yes, tickets are available on the door.
What will children be able to do?
Young visitors can make Christmas crafts to take home, and Father Christmas will wander the grounds.
What entertainment is planned?
There will be music from Sabre Saxes, performances by the Chelmsford Male Voice Choir and Braintree Voices, and carols played on vintage handbells.
Are food and drinks available?
Yes. Food and drinks will be available, along with beer and cider gift packs from Datum Attitude.
Does the event ticket include the aircraft hangars and museum galleries?
No. Entry to the aircraft hangars, exhibitions, and galleries is not included, but visitors can upgrade to full museum entry on arrival.
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