Last updated: November 11, 2024
Feel the holiday joy in Chipping Sodbury! Our guide highlights all the community events and activities. Whether you're a Chipping Sodbury native or a curious explorer, this guide unlocks the best of the holidays.
One delightful highlight is Glastonbury's Frost Fayre, where festive stalls, local crafts, and seasonal treats fill the streets, creating a magical atmosphere. Another charming occasion is the Chipping Sodbury Victorian Day, where you can relish in the sights and sounds of a bygone era, complete with period costumes and traditional entertainment. And don't forget Chipping Sodbury Christmas Sunday, which brings together carol singing and festive cheer resplendent throughout the town centre. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Community-driven preparation of festive lights display.
Join the Christmas Lights Volunteer Working Sundays at Wheatsheaf Inn, where volunteers help prepare the festive lights display. Meetings take place at Wheatsheaf Barn, with various tasks scheduled from September to January.
Where: Thornbury | More Info: Christmas Lights Volunteer Working Sundays
Local artisan stalls and festive activities for all ages.
The Christmas Market at Weston Museum features local artisan stalls, handmade crafts, and festive treats. Clara’s Café offers tempting treats and seasonal specials. A Christmas children's trail lets kids search for Santa's missing reindeer, and Santa visits for photos and chats.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Christmas Market at Weston Museum
Community-driven seasonal extravaganza with multiple stages and live entertainment.
Glastonbury’s Frost Fayre is a community celebration featuring stalls, late-night shopping, live performances, and festive activities including Father Christmas, buskers, and fairground rides.
Where: Glastonbury | More Info: Glastonbury’s Frost Fayre
Unique blend of live entertainment and shopping opportunities.
Chipping Sodbury Christmas Sunday is a free family event featuring a full stage of entertainment, including live donkeys, a free craft area, and bouncy snowglobes. The Original Santa Float arrives at 5 pm, and over 50 stalls offer shopping opportunities. St John’s church will be open with their crib festival, and the By The Woods Craft Fair will be held in the Town Hall.
Where: Chipping Sodbury | More Info: Chipping Sodbury Christmas Sunday
Unique handmade crafts and local gift shopping.
By The Woods Craft and Gift Fayre is a vibrant event featuring local crafts, paper craft supplies, gifts, collectables, and delicious cakes and refreshments. It offers a wonderful opportunity to explore unique handmade items and enjoy a delightful atmosphere.
Where: Rangeworthy | More Info: By The Woods Craft and Gift Fayre
Unique vintage treasures at affordable prices.
The Vintage Jumble Sale at Rangeworthy Village Hall offers a treasure trove of vintage homewares, textiles, toys, books, and clothing at bargain prices. Expect to find unique items from local dealers and collectors, with teas and homemade cakes available.
Where: Rangeworthy | More Info: Vintage Jumble Sale
Victorian-themed entertainment and late night shopping with steam engines.
Chipping Sodbury's Late Night Shopping offers a wide selection of gifts and food, with local cafes, pubs, shops, and restaurants open throughout the evening. The event features Victorian entertainers, Punch & Judy, and a visit from Father Christmas on his sleigh around 6pm, along with late night shopping and steam engines.
Where: Chipping Sodbury | More Info: Late Night Shopping in Chipping Sodbury
Artisan stalls showcasing local crafts and seasonal specialties in a historic setting
Set against the stunning backdrop of historic Bath, the market features a variety of stalls offering handmade crafts, seasonal treats, and local delicacies. Visitors can browse unique gifts while enjoying the aroma of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts. Live music performances add to the ambiance, creating a lively atmosphere that celebrates the spirit of the holidays.
Where: Bath | More Info: Bath Christmas Market
Victorian-themed entertainment with steam engines and Father Christmas.
Chipping Sodbury Victorian Day is a festive event featuring a wide selection of stalls offering gifts and food, with local bands, choirs, and dance groups performing on stage. Victorian entertainers, including Punch and Judy, will be present, and Father Christmas will visit in his sleigh around 6 pm. Late night shopping and steam engines are also part of the attractions.
Where: Chipping Sodbury | More Info: Chipping Sodbury Victorian Day
World-class performances and unique guided town walk.
Thornbury Arts Festival is a long-standing celebration of world-class performers, featuring comedy, folk music, and a concert version of Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance." The festival also includes a guided town walk and talks on conservation and letterpress printing.
Where: Thornbury | More Info: Thornbury Arts Festival
Family-friendly event with Santa visits and local business showcases.
Cadbury House Christmas Fayre is a delightful event featuring over 30 stalls offering a variety of Christmas treats, hot and cold food, and beverages. The event includes a visit with Santa and his elves in their enchanting grotto, creating lasting memories for the whole family.
Where: Congresbury | More Info: Cadbury House Christmas Fayre
Hands-on crafting of biodegradable Christmas wreaths.
Create your own stunning, fully-biodegradable Christmas wreath using a mixture of living and dried flowers in this hands-on workshop.
Where: Glastonbury | More Info: Somerset Rural Life Museum Christmas Crafts
Social gathering for U3A members and interested individuals.
Join the Thornbury & District U3A Coffee Morning at Alveston Methodist Church Hall for a friendly gathering of members and those interested in joining. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with fellow enthusiasts.
Where: Thornbury | More Info: Thornbury & District U3A Coffee Morning