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Last updated: November 11, 2024

See the top holiday highlights in Heswall! Our guide features all the must-see festive events and activities. Whether you're intimately familiar with Heswall or just getting acquainted, this guide ensures unforgettable holidays.

Popular Events: Kick off the festive cheer at Christmas at Gulliver’s World, where enchanting rides and magical entertainment come together for a delightful experience. Featuring stunning light displays and activities for all ages, Christmas at Bolesworth showcases a beautiful winter wonderland. And you definitely don't want to miss The Santa Experience, where families can meet the man himself in a festive setting. For more details on these and other fun events and activities, check out the rest of the page below!

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Heswall Holiday Light Displays

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Iconic festive lights trail and real ice skating rink.

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Bolesworth Castle transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with an iconic festive lights trail, a 240sqm real ice skating rink, Santa's Grotto, and a huge fairground featuring rides for all ages. The event also includes festive food and drink options, an Alpine Lodge, and Rudolph's Rest where visitors can meet Santa's reindeer.

Where: Chester | More Info: Christmas at Bolesworth

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Synchronized light and sound show featuring giant candy canes, fairy lights, and oversized festive baubles.

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Journey through vibrant lands where orangutans, elephants, and lions roam, exploring glowing tunnels of lights and festive markets. Encounter never-seen-before animal puppets and enjoy a mesmerizing spectacle of light and sound.

Where: Chester | More Info: Magic of Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo

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Twinkling lights and installations amidst ancient trees and a moat.

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The Christmas Lights Trail at Dunham Massey features thousands of twinkling lights, stunning installations, and seasonal music set against the beautiful backdrop of the estate's gardens, moat, and park. Guests can enjoy delicious food and drinks while exploring the trail, which includes a mesmerizing tunnel of stars and a dazzling display across the lake.

Where: Altrincham | More Info: Christmas Lights Trail at Dunham Massey

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Heswall Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Unique blend of local artisan goods and festive activities.

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Knutsford Christmas Weekend is a two-day street market featuring local artisan food, drinks, art, jewellery, crafts, and special gifts. Enjoy Santa's Grotto, live entertainment, a funfair, and street food stalls.

Where: Knutsford | More Info: Knutsford Christmas Weekend

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Supporting local businesses with organic produce and handmade crafts.

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The Good Market at Claremont Farm is a curated independent market showcasing local vendors offering organic produce, handmade crafts, and delicious food. It provides a great opportunity to support small businesses and connect with the community in a beautiful setting.

Where: Bebington | More Info: The Good Market, Claremont Farm

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Local artisans and unique treasures.

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The Warrington Makers Market is a monthly event showcasing the North West's finest makers, bakers, and creators. Expect an array of art, craft, food, drink, coffee, music, and street food at Time Square, Warrington.

Where: Warrington | More Info: Makers Market, Warrington

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Showcase of local artisans and unique gifts.

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The Crewe Makers Market is a monthly event in Crewe Town Centre featuring a variety of local and surrounding small businesses. It offers artisan food, unique gifts, and craft items, making it a great platform to support independent traders and build a customer base within the Crewe community.

Where: Crewe | More Info: Makers Market, Crewe

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A vibrant market set in a historic city centre, filled with local crafts and culinary delights.

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The Chester Christmas Market transforms the city into a charming destination with numerous wooden stalls showcasing artisanal gifts, local crafts, and delicious seasonal treats. Visitors can stroll through the beautifully decorated streets, soaking in the festive ambiance that brings the community together. The market offers a delightful mix of shopping, food, and entertainment, perfect for those looking to embrace the holiday spirit.

Where: Chester | More Info: Chester Christmas Market

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Heswall Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Live musical performance with a talented 12-piece band.

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Elf the Musical is a heart-warming and hilarious tale of Buddy the Elf, who leaves the North Pole to find his real father in New York City. Featuring delightful characters and catchy songs performed by a talented 12-piece live band, this show is guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit.

Where: Hartford | More Info: Elf the Musical

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Family-friendly holiday show with a variety of musical acts.

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Step Into Christmas is a heartwarming Christmas concert featuring a cast of singers, dancers, and specialty acts performing all your favourite holiday songs, including classics like "All I Want for Christmas is You," "Last Christmas," and "Jingle Bell Rock."

Where: Crewe | More Info: Step Into Christmas, Crewe

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Heswall Other Holiday Activities

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Personalized visit with Santa and real reindeer.

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The Santa Experience at Church Farm is a 60-minute journey around the farm featuring colourful characters, real reindeer, magical lighting, and special effects. Each paying child receives a chocolate gift and marshmallow to toast by the fire.

Where: Heswall | More Info: The Santa Experience

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Interactive Santa visits with personalized gift choices.

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Gulliver's World Resort in Warrington offers a variety of Christmas experiences, including visits to Santa's Grotto where children can choose their own gifts, rides on the North Pole Express, and festive entertainment.

Where: Warrington | More Info: Christmas at Gulliver’s World

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Meet Father Christmas and his elves on a festive canal boat trip.

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Join us for a festive boat trip along the canal, where you can meet Father Christmas and his elves. Enjoy singing, games, stories, and a treasure trail as you explore the National Waterways Museum. This event is perfect for families looking to create special holiday memories.

Where: Ellesmere Port | More Info: Festive Boat Trips & Santa’s Grotto

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