Bakewell Christmas Sparkle
Visitors can browse a local independent Christmas market, sample independent street food, and relax in dedicated indoor seating areas served by festive drink vendors. Family entertainment includes small children's rides, face painting, festive crafts, and visits to Father Christmas in his cosy tipi grotto. The day also features live musical entertainment, including festive sets from The Lah Di Dahs and carols from a choir.
What to Expect
Free indoor family festive event with Santa's tipi grotto and market.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Bakewell
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Bakewell Agricultural and Horticultural Society
Food & Drink
Local independent street food and festive local bars and drink vendors are available, with indoor space to eat and drink.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free entry. Father Christmas’s grotto is £5 per child, including a gift; face painting has a nominal fee; festive children's crafts start from £2. Car parking costs £5 for a full day.
- Hours: 10am to 4pm.
- Parking: Car parking is available on Bakewell Showground, entered from Haddon Road (A6). Cash and card payments are accepted. It costs £5 for a full day. The event finishes at 4pm and the car parks close and are locked at 6pm; visitors should leave by then.
- Pets: Dogs are welcome on a short lead.
Tips & Advice
- Bring cash or a card for Showground parking, as both payment methods are accepted.
- Visit the Father Christmas grotto before its lunch closure, and allow for the separate charge for the visit.
- Keep dogs on a short lead throughout the event, as required for visitors bringing pets.
- Use the new indoor ABC space for eating, drinking, and listening to live festive performances.
- Leave the car park before it is locked after the event, so your vehicle is out before closure.
Special Events & Promotions
- Entry to the event is free.
- The Father Christmas grotto is a separately charged option and includes a gift for each child.
- Face painting is available for a nominal fee.
- Festive children’s crafts have a separate charge.
- This year includes indoor space at the ABC for eating, drinking, and listening to live festive music.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is entry to Bakewell Christmas Sparkle free?
Yes, entry is free.
What can children do at the event?
There are small rides, face painting, festive crafts, and a Father Christmas tipi grotto.
Is there indoor space to eat and drink?
Yes. Indoor space at the Agricultural Business Centre is available for eating, drinking, and listening to live festive performances.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on a short lead.
Where can I park, and how can I pay?
Parking is on Bakewell Showground, entered from Haddon Road. Cash and card payments are accepted, and visitors must leave before the car parks close and are locked.
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