Illustration of a lit evergreen tree with a gold star and red baubles as small townsfolk gather in a snowy village at night (Castleton Christmas Lights Switch On)

Castleton Christmas Lights Switch On

Visitors gather in the village for a celebration featuring Santa's parade and Santa's Grotto. The festive entertainment includes music from Castleton Silver Band, ringing church bells, a Christmas craft fair, and a vintage fairground, all framed by views of the floodlit Peveril Castle.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

visitpeakdistrict.com

When

Hours

Event: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am; Santa's Parade: 4pm; switch-on countdown: 4.30pm.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive village celebration

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Head to Cross Street for Santa’s parade, which is part of the event programme.
  • Go to the Peveril Centre on Buxton Road for the Christmas lights countdown.
  • Leave time to explore the craft fair and vintage fairground as well as the parade and countdown.
  • Look out for the floodlit Peveril Castle while taking in the village’s Christmas entertainment.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa’s parade takes place on 14 November.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the event suitable for families?

Yes. It is marked family-friendly and includes a Santa parade, grotto, craft fair, and vintage fairground.

What can visitors see and do?

The programme includes Santa’s parade and grotto, Castleton Silver Band, church bells, a Christmas craft fair, a vintage fairground, the lights countdown, and floodlit Peveril Castle.

Where is the lights countdown?

The countdown takes place at the Peveril Centre on Buxton Road.

Is there parking nearby?

The event information does not specify parking arrangements.

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