Harrogate Other Christmas Activities 2026

Participants craft holiday decorations while learning skills and techniques for improvers. All materials to make the featured Scheepjes decorations are provided, along with complimentary mince pies and refreshments.

Participants create a surprise festive crochet decoration during a guided session accompanied by cake. The activity is designed for individuals capable of reading a crochet pattern, with supplies provided apart from hooks.

Participants learn to create crochet Christmas baubles, suitable for using up leftover yarn scraps. The workshop builds upon granny squares, chains, and trebles, introducing new stitch techniques. Refreshments include hot drinks and mince pies.

Guests begin their journey in the Grotto dome, exploring a North Pole village featuring whimsical games, interactive play, and Santa's elves. An enchanted elevator whisks families away to a cosy log cabin, where they are greeted by Mrs Claus. Children...

Santa visits the streets of Wetherby aboard a refurbished sleigh accompanied by helpers from the Wetherby Lions. Elves visit front doors to alert residents that Santa is in their street. Children can greet Santa and hand over their Christmas wish...

Visitors wander through rooms where ceilings come to life, presents tell stories, and portraits share secrets, concluding with a grand finale in the Servants’ Room. The experience transforms the State Floor with whimsical theatrical displays, talking furniture, and choral surprises....

Families explore an outdoor winter village under twinkling lights, discovering holiday traditions from Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, America, and Australia. Children take part in guided activities like fire lighting, storytelling, and crafting, alongside self-led fun such as marshmallow toasting and reindeer...

Families step into an enchanting village of themed yurts on the North Lawn, starting at the Elf Cocoa Café with songs and an interactive welcome. Visitors attend Santa School for a festive performance with music and storytelling, craft keepsakes in...

Families explore Father Christmas' Village to discover festive traditions from around the world alongside outdoor bushcraft adventures. Children can take part in fire lighting, storytelling, and crafting, as well as self-led activities like toasting marshmallows and reindeer hoopla. The experience...

Visitors board festive train rides at the historic Middleton Railway to celebrate the holiday season. Children up to ten years old can meet Santa and receive a special present. The experience provides a traditional Yorkshire Christmas outing for the whole...

Families can take a seat in the Great Hall to enjoy festive stories told by Mrs Claus. Children can visit the letter-writing station in the Discovery Room to send their Christmas wishes to the North Pole. Guests can also explore...

Led by artist Megan Dobbyn, this hands-on workshop teaches attendees how to use a lino cutter, carve a design, and pull a clean print. Participants carve an A6 piece of lino to produce their own custom Christmas cards or A5...

Led by Rachael Robson from Wharfedale Soaps, participants use SLS- and SLES-free clear melt and pour soap alongside essential oils and micas to craft eight custom bars. Projects include a winter scene soap scented with peppermint and lemongrass, snowflake soaps...

Held under a sheltered outdoor canopy in a festive Christmas village, this half-day workshop guides participants in crafting their own eco-friendly Christmas wreaths with florist Vanessa Wellock. Materials include fully compostable straw rings, freshly gathered estate foliage, pheasant feathers, dried...

Led by Claire Myers of Cherry Tree Glass Studio, participants create a fused glass wreath by arranging pre-cut decorative pieces like gingerbread men, holly, ivy, and Christmas jumpers. The process requires no glass cutting or grinding, and all tools are...

Multidisciplinary artist Gemma Barnett guides participants through hand embossing techniques to produce a series of tree decorations. Stencils and design examples are provided for figures including robins, owls, stars, bows, and holly wreaths. Finished ornaments are strung with a choice...

Participants craft custom holiday decorations by creating relief patterns and images using coloured clays on white clay slabs. Letter stamps are available to personalise each piece, with attendees able to follow provided sample designs or develop their own concepts. Finished...

Participants learn foundational hand embroidery techniques to design and stitch a personalized Christmas table runner, such as adding winter botanicals, seasonal phrases, or subtle sparkle. All materials are supplied for beginners, and attendees take home a complete embroidery kit that...

Participants paint bespoke mini postcards using wet-on-wet watercolour methods, soft colour washes, and fine brushwork. An instructor guides attendees step-by-step to paint designs like winter stags, holly berries, and rustic foliage, using provided templates or freehand drawing. All art materials...

Participants design and craft a hanging angel using the traditional Tiffany copper-foil technique. Working with a selection of coloured and textured glass, attendees learn how to cut, shape, foil, and solder individual pieces under guidance from tutor Kerry Burgoyne. The...

This Christmas camp brings teenagers together for faith, activities, and friendship. Registration includes a camp t-shirt, daily lunch, and transportation back home.

Participants learn knotting techniques to create at least three different handmade festive Christmas decorations to take home. Led by artist Hannah of Dear Prudence Macramé, the session provides full guidance suitable for absolute beginners as well as people with previous...

Participants take part in a guided photo walk through Leeds focused on capturing illuminated shopfronts, seasonal decorations, and candid street scenes. The session begins with a short briefing covering practical techniques for winter and low-light photography. Attendees explore the city...

Participants craft three fused glass Christmas hanging decorations under guided instruction. Attendees can choose from prepared festive design examples or create their own patterns, with optional upgrades available for items like tea light holders, lanterns, and wreaths. Complimentary prosecco, tea,...

Participants create three fused glass hanging decorations, choosing from dozens of pre-made design examples or creating their own custom patterns. Guided instruction is provided throughout the beginner-friendly session, with options to upgrade to items such as tea light holders, wreaths,...

Participants take part in a two-hour guided wreath crafting session led by Dottie’s Florist to make their own holiday wreath. The event includes a hot drink or mulled wine upon arrival and a hot Christmas buffet.

Participants learn how to apply quilting techniques to make a functional holiday decoration led by modern quilter Lucy Norton. The session covers selecting complimentary fabrics and patterns, cutting safely, and piecing quilt tops using sewing machines. Attendees also practice pressing...

This workshop covers the fundamental techniques of decorative paper cutting. Participants learn about the necessary tools, practice cutting skills, and construct a framed light-up papercut wreath from a selection of templates. All required tools, equipment, and materials are provided.

Led by glass fuser Claire Myers, participants create a 12cm fused glass tealight holder designed in the style of a Christmas fireplace. The process involves arranging crushed glass frit, shaped glass pieces, and murrine onto bullseye glass without any cutting...

Participants create a collection of up to five Christmas cards using collage and hand-stitch techniques. Embroidery artist Jessica Grady demonstrates how to layer materials and use simple embroidery and embellishment methods to add detail to designs. Finished pieces can be...

Local florist Julia leads participants through making a custom Christmas wreath with step-by-step guidance. Attendees learn how to assemble and personalize their own display piece using provided supplies and equipment. The session accommodates both complete beginners and those with previous...

Led by Emma and Lynn from North Print Collective, this workshop teaches participants how to safely carve a custom holiday design into a linoleum block. Attendees produce a collection of bespoke printed Christmas cards and have the option to print...

Participants learn to craft at least three different festive Christmas macramé decorations to take home under the guidance of artist Hannah Sibai. Full instruction is provided, making the session suitable for absolute beginners as well as people with previous macramé...

Participants create three fused glass hanging decorations using studio tools and materials. Attendees can select from dozens of design examples or develop their own patterns, with guidance provided for beginners. Complimentary prosecco, tea, coffee, and soft drinks are served during...

Participants practice floating meditation cocooned inside an aerial yoga hammock, paired with calming Pranayama breathing exercises. The session includes gentle supported movement, festive oils, and Koshi chimes before transitioning into a guided Winter Wonderland Yoga Nidra meditation. Attendees rest in...

Participants design and craft up to four jewellery pieces, choosing from earrings, necklaces, bracelets, or rings led by jeweller Gilly. The workshop covers conditioning, colour-blending, sculpting clay, and techniques like textured rollers, gold leaf sparkle, marbling, silk-screen printing, and acrylic...

Participants create a natural foliage wreath using mossed bases, seasonal greenery, and decorative elements. Step-by-step guidance is provided throughout the session, making it suitable for beginners as well as experienced crafters. Tea, coffee, and mince pies are served during the...

Experience the magic of the Saltaire Living Advent Calendar, a beloved village tradition since 2006. Each day in December, a new, secret window design is revealed, creating a festive trail throughout Saltaire. Residents and businesses are invited to participate by...

Experience the magic of Christmas with Santa's Grotto at various Yorkshire Garden Centres. Choose from immersive adventures like 'The Magical Pocket Watch' at Tong Garden Centre or classic Santa meet-and-greets at Tingley, York, and Pennine. Enjoy festive meals with Santa,...

Bring the little ones to meet Santa Claus for a magical breakfast experience. This festive event offers a delightful start to the holiday season, filled with cheer and seasonal fun for the whole family.

Discover the joy of crafting a beautiful Christmas wreath at East Riddlesden Hall. This workshop offers a hands-on experience where participants can learn to create their own festive decoration using natural materials. Immerse yourself in the historic atmosphere of the...

Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas wreath-dressing workshops at the enchanting Ilkley Manor House. Led by Lionne of Cosmos Flowers, these sessions offer a magical way to create your own festive decorations in a cozy, medieval setting. Learn creative...