Winter Festival at The Black Watch Castle and Museum
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Winter Festival at The Black Watch Castle and Museum

Experience the magic of the holidays at The Black Watch Castle and Museum's Winter Festival. This festive family day offers a Santa Tour, a unique look at Christmas during WW1, and engaging Elf Training Workshops. Children can enjoy cookie decorating and festive crafts, while adults can try tartan Christmas tree crafting and explore historical objects. Live cooking demonstrations add a culinary delight to the celebration.

What to Expect

Historical Christmas traditions with a WW1 soldier.

Know Before You Go

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families and history enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive and educational

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

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Weather Sensitivity

Low

Special Events & Promotions

  • Pre-booked sessions ensure a full experience
  • Live cooking demonstration by Head Chef

Tags

family friendlySanta visitsworkshopsmuseum eventsfestive foodholiday traditioncraftshistorical eventsseasonal activities

Location

The Black Watch Castle and Museum
Hay Street
Perth
PH1 5HR

Event Details

Duration

10am - 4pm

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

The Black Watch Castle and Museum

Food & Drink

Bistro on-site with Head Chef making Christmas biscotti, festive food and beverages available.

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • Book your preferred time slot in advance, as sessions run on the hour to ensure a full experience for all visitors.
  • Arrive at your registered session time to maximize your enjoyment of the Santa Tour, WW1 Christmas presentation, and Elf Workshop.
  • Consider bringing children who are interested in history for the unique 'Christmas with a WW1 Soldier' activity.
  • Adults can enjoy a hands-on experience with historical artefacts and a live cooking demonstration.
  • The event is suitable for all ages, but children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the specific session times?

Morning sessions include 10am registration (10:15 Santa tour, 11:00 WW1 Soldier, 11:30 Elf Workshop) and 11am registration (11:15 Santa tour, 12:00 WW1 Soldier, 12:30 Elf Workshop). Afternoon sessions start at 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm with similar timings.

What activities are available for children?

Children can meet Santa on a museum tour, participate in an Elf Training Workshop, explore a festive trail, and enjoy cookie decorating and crafts.

What can adults do at the festival?

Adults can engage in Christmas object handling, create a tartan Christmas tree decoration, and watch live cooking demonstrations by the Head Chef.

Is there food and drink available?

Yes, the Bistro will be open and the Head Chef will be demonstrating how to make Christmas biscotti. Festive food and beverages will also be available.

What is the price for the event?

Tickets are ยฃ7.50 per person. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 30, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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