Last updated: November 11, 2024
Find the top festive events in Chippenham! Our guide has all the must-see holiday highlights. For Chippenham experts and novices alike, our guide is your compass to seasonal celebrations.
One enchanting option this holiday season is Christmas at Stourhead, where the beautifully illuminated gardens backdrop a magical walking trail. Meanwhile, the majestic Salisbury Cathedral will feature a series of festive concerts and services that capture the spirit of Christmas. And the Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering family-friendly activities, including ice skating and a visit to Santa. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Spectacular lantern parade with musical performances and local vendors.
The Trowbridge Christmas Lights Switch On features a spectacular lantern parade, musical performances, and a bustling Civic Christmas Market, creating a vibrant and enjoyable evening for the whole family.
Where: Trowbridge | More Info: Trowbridge Christmas Lights Switch On
Illuminated garden walk with seasonal music and snacks.
Stourhead's Christmas light trail features a one-mile walk through the garden with larger-than-life illuminations, including a Sea of Light and Liquid Lake, accompanied by seasonal music and festive snacks.
Where: Mere | More Info: Christmas at Stourhead
Unique shopping experience with local artisans and crafts.
The Chippenham Lions Club Annual Christmas Bazaar at The Neeld features stalls selling Christmas-themed goods, arts, crafts, and gifts.
Where: Chippenham | More Info: Chippenham Annual Christmas Fair
Artisan market with local crafts and festive entertainment.
Christmas on the Square is an artisan market and festive event in Guildhall Square, featuring local crafts, food and drink vendors, fair rides, and various entertainment.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: Christmas on the Square
Unique blend of traditional carols and modern festive music in a historic setting.
Salisbury Cathedral is adorned with a 32ft Christmas tree and features stunning foliage arrangements. Visitors can enjoy candlelit services, carols, and special concerts by the Cathedral Choir and renowned artists like G4 and Jethro Tull. The Twilight Tower Tours offer breathtaking views of the city.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: Christmas at Salisbury Cathedral
Christmas-themed circus show with over 100,000 fairy lights.
Visit Wookey Hole for a day filled with Christmas lights, a visit to Santa's Grotto, and a festive circus show inspired by the Grinch story. Enjoy all the other attractions at Wookey Hole, including a special Christmas movie in the 4D Cinema.
Where: Wells | More Info: Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland
Immersive storytelling experience with Victorian-era decorations.
At Mompesson House, fairytales come alive during a Victorian Christmas. Explore the Three Bears' feast, follow Hansel's trail, and listen to fairy tales in the Library. Enjoy decorated rooms and free activities for all ages.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: A Fairytale Christmas at Mompesson House
Hands-on crafting with natural materials in a beautiful botanical setting.
Create your own Christmas wreath using traditional greenery and seasonal treats from the hedgerow. Enjoy free entry to the arboretum after the workshop to explore its diverse botanical collections.
Where: Swindon | More Info: Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Community-driven Christmas tree and nativity scene exhibition with live music.
St Thomas's Christmas Tree Festival is an annual event featuring over 100 decorated trees and nativity scenes created by local organisations, individuals, and charities. The festival includes a daily programme of inspiring music provided by local community and school choirs, music groups, and individual performers. Delicious home-baked cakes and refreshments are available throughout the week, making it a beloved community event.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: St Thomas's Christmas Tree Festival
Community Christmas Tree Festival with local decorations.
Celebrate Christmas at Lacock Abbey with a Community Christmas Tree Festival, traditional decorations, and Storytime with Mother Christmas in the cozy grotto.
Where: Lacock | More Info: Christmas at Lacock Abbey
Exclusive toboggan rides with festive lights and marshmallow roasting.
At Mendip Activity Centre, experience a thrilling outdoor toboggan ride down a slope illuminated with 10,000 twinkling fairy lights and lasers. Afterward, embark on a woodland walk to a cozy grotto where you can toast marshmallows and enjoy hot chocolate by a crackling fire.
Where: Churchill | More Info: Mendip Activity Centre Festive Toboggan
Steam train ride with Santa and festive displays.
At the Yeovil Railway Centre, Santa Specials offer a delightful experience for all ages. The event begins with a train ride behind a steam locomotive in a decorated heritage carriage. Visitors then proceed to the ex-GWR Transfer Shed to meet Santa, who gifts each child with a present. The event also features multi-award-winning Christmas displays and the opportunity to dance and play in simulated snow. After visiting Santa, guests can explore the shop on the platform, which offers a variety of books, DVDs, and model railway items.
Where: Yeovil | More Info: Santa Specials, Yeovil Railway Centre