Preston Other Christmas Activities 2026

Guests gather in the historic Great Hall by a roaring log fire to hear much-loved Christmas favourites performed by the Blackburn People’s Choir. On arrival, attendees enjoy a warm mince pie accompanied by a glass of mulled wine or hot...

Led by a qualified horticulturalist, participants learn traditional countryside craft skills using natural willow and specialist tools. Attendees receive guided instruction throughout the session to construct their own decorative Christmas garland to take home.

Participants craft a Christmas wreath from scratch using provided foliage, materials, and tools inside a heated studio setting. Guests receive a welcome glass of fizz upon arrival and can enjoy hot drinks, such as tea, coffee, or hot Vimto, paired...

Guided by elves, children explore an interactive walkway where they decorate a bauble to take home, collect reindeer food and a magic key, and meet Santa Claus to receive a gift. The experience also includes a ride on Alice in...

Participants run, jog, or walk a 3km closed-road course along Blackpool's Promenade starting beneath the iconic Blackpool Tower. The route offers coastal views amidst a sea of Santas and cheering volunteers. Every participant receives a Santa suit to wear during...

Families embark on a magical woodland walkthrough illuminated with festive lights and interactive games, wandering through themed areas including Candy Cane Lane and Lollipop Lane. Along the way, guests encounter Rudolph the Character, take photos at festive selfie spots, and...

Visitors can watch Father Christmas make a grand entrance alongside festive friends travelling around the car park on decorated tractors. Following the outdoor procession, Father Christmas waves goodbye before heading off to rest. The entertainment then continues inside the store...

Visitors take a train journey out to Lake View Station, looking out for a herd of Fallow deer along the way. At the grand grotto, families meet Santa alongside mischievous elves, and children receive a choice of an age-appropriate gift....

Visitors begin with breakfast butties and warm drinks in the Tithe Barn before setting off on an outdoor elf hunt across the grounds using a Christmas map. The route leads through a secret tunnel and into the decorated library inside...

Guests meet Christmas princesses and watch a performance featuring singing and dancing. Visitors can enter Santa’s Grotto to meet Santa and receive a mini gift, along with dining on a Christmas afternoon tea. The event also includes a ride on...

Visitors attend a talk exploring a Christmas version of Charles Dickens's life and times in the Theatre. The presentation examines how his festive short stories earned him the nickname Jolly Old Christmas. It also explores how Dickens became the first...

Visitors can celebrate the festive season gently with a SEND Sunday session featuring Victorian Christmas crafts and games. Attendees can wear their favorite festive jumpers or unwind on bean bags with sensory toys if the festivities feel overwhelming.

Participants create a 12-inch Christmas door wreath guided step by step by Carys Ainsworth Floristry using fresh seasonal greenery. After greening the wreath base, attendees personalize their design at a decoration bar featuring items such as dried oranges, cinnamon sticks,...

Canine companions can meet Father Christmas for a festive photo opportunity. Each visiting dog receives a Christmas present along with a doggy treat during the session. Human companions receive a hot drink voucher to use during the event while mingling...

Dogs and their owners can celebrate the festive season with a visit to Santa and his elves featuring dog-friendly activities and a gift to take home. Depending on the store location, the session is hosted either as an immersive Grotto...

Visitors create their own Christmas wreath to take home for the holidays. The workshop is guided by Hayley from Get Up & Grow, a qualified Horticultural Therapist.

Participants gather around The Table For The Nation to construct a handcrafted festive door wreath with guidance from Sarah of Flower Shack. All core wreath-crafting supplies are provided alongside seasonal refreshments from Checks & Greys Cathedral Café. Additional drinks are...

Guided by expert tutors Lucy and Polly Mellor, participants learn core calligraphy fundamentals, from dip pen handling and stroke rhythms to script lettering. Attendees practice holiday phrases, draw decorative festive illustrations, and letter stationery items like Christmas cards and gift...

Families start by planning out their design on paper before decorating a large pre-built gingerbread house. Guided by an artist, participants use piping bags and an assortment of colourful sweets and chocolates to complete their edible creation. Completed houses can...

Participants create a traditional holiday wreath using seasonal winter foliage and festive decorative accents. Led step by step by Carys Ainsworth Floristry, attendees learn hands-on techniques with all tools and materials provided. Food and drinks are available for purchase separately...

Participants learn to build a fresh holiday wreath using seasonal foliage, ribbon, and wreath bases under step-by-step guidance from Carys Ainsworth Floristry. A decoration bar offers items such as dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, pine cones, and lotus heads for...

Hosted around the Table For The Nation by Kathryn from Celebrations & Co, this beginner-friendly workshop provides step-by-step instruction to create a painting. All necessary painting equipment is supplied, and tickets include mulled wine and a mince pie, with additional...

Participants design and assemble their own seasonal wreath after choosing a design theme and receiving a welcome pack. A decorating station provides ribbons, winter foliage, baubles, and finishing touches. Attendees are served a glass of mulled wine and a mince...

Participants craft hanging and tabletop holiday decorations using sustainably harvested wood at a woodland workshop on the Wyresdale Park estate. A wide selection of templates is provided for design guidance, and activities take place indoors or outdoors depending on the...

Participants create a handmade holiday wreath for their front door or home décor. The workshop provides all necessary materials, step-by-step guidance, and design inspiration. No prior crafting experience is required.

Participants join an engaging adult craft session led by an experienced tutor to make handmade Christmas cards. Designed for both complete beginners and seasoned crafters, the workshop provides hands-on guidance in a relaxed, friendly environment. It offers a welcoming space...

Participants take part in a guided, focused creative session learning painting and texturing techniques. Attendees select their own colour palette and artistic direction as they build up their design step by step. Everyone leaves with a finished, handmade textured wreath...

Participants create a handmade holiday wreath during this hands-on crafting session. The workshop provides all necessary materials and instruction to design a decorative piece for front doors or home displays.

Visitors begin with a 45-minute guided tour of the Children's Zoo to meet animal residents. The experience continues at the Education Centre, where children decorate their own cardboard Christmas baubles and place them on the zoo's Christmas tree.

Participants spend the day at Sudley House exploring creative holiday crafts guided by friendly facilitators. During the morning, attendees learn lino printing to produce their own custom Christmas cards before taking a social break in the café with a hot...

Step back in time for a cozy Edwardian Christmas experience. This talk delves into the heartwarming, and sometimes dramatic, Christmas celebrations of three distinct families in the early 1900s. Enjoy festive carols, a mince pie, and a warm drink in...

Experience the magic of the season with a special meet and greet with Santa Claus at The Anchor Inn. This enchanting event offers children the chance to share their holiday wishes and capture a festive photo with Santa himself. Each...

Accrington's beloved Christmas Light Switch On returns, promising a magical evening for the whole family. Prepare for a dazzling display of fireworks and a vibrant funfair. While special guests are yet to be announced, the event is set to be...

Blackburn Cathedral invites visitors to a special Christmas season filled with worship, music, and festive events. Experience traditional services like Nine Lessons & Carols and Carols Around The Crib, alongside a calendar of concerts featuring Handel's Messiah, G4 live, and...

Step into a magical Christmas adventure at Mrs. Dowsons Farm Park! Discover Father Christmas' secret headquarters, meet elves, and enjoy festive activities. Decorate gingerbread with Mrs. Claus, sing along with magical reindeer, and visit Father Christmas in his grotto for...

Oswaldtwistle Mills presents Santa's Grotto Experience. Children meet Santa, receive a personalized gift, and join craft activities and an elf singalong. The grotto has decorations and lights.