Last updated: 11 November 2024
Enjoy the festive magic of Shrewsbury with our holiday guide. Whether you're a local or a tourist, our guide helps you enjoy the festive fun in Shrewsbury.
Popular events this holiday season include the charming Victorian Christmas Weekends, where you can immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of yesteryear with traditional crafts and music. Alderford Lake Ice Skating offers a delightful outdoor experience, perfect for all ages to glide under the twinkling lights. And the Enchanted Express with Severn Valley Railway is something you definitely don't want to miss, as you embark on a magical train journey filled with festive cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Shrewsbury Holiday Light Displays
Shrewsbury Town Centre Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- Spectacular lantern parade and live music.
- Description
- Shrewsbury Town Centre Christmas Lights feature a lantern parade, live music, and the official lighting of the town's Christmas display, accompanied by Santa's visit and festive activities.
- Where
- Shrewsbury | More Info : Shrewsbury Town Centre Christmas Lights
Shrewsbury Holiday Markets and Shopping
Blists Hill Victorian Town Festive Shopping
- What to Expect
- Authentic Victorian-era Christmas celebrations with period decorations and entertainment.
- Description
- Blists Hill Victorian Town offers a traditional Christmas experience with decorated streets, live music, and period food. Visitors can meet Father Christmas in unique settings, learn about Christmas traditions, and shop for unique gifts at the Christmas Emporium.
- Where
- Ironbridge | More Info : Blists Hill Victorian Town Festive Shopping
Shrewsbury Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Santa Experience at Park Hall Farm
- What to Expect
- Interactive Santa meet-and-greet in a farm setting.
- Description
- Meet Santa at Park Hall Farm, where children can enjoy interactive activities and spend time with the jolly old man in a festive farm setting.
- Where
- Oswestry | More Info : The Santa Experience at Park Hall Farm
The Enchanted Express with Severn Valley Railway
- What to Expect
- Private steam train journey with Father Christmas and festive characters.
- Description
- Join Dame Julie Walters on a steam train journey from Bridgnorth to Highley, where you'll meet Father Christmas and other festive characters in your private compartment. Enjoy an enchanting Christmas tale, festive music, and quality gifts for each child.
- Where
- Bridgnorth | More Info : The Enchanted Express with Severn Valley Railway
Christmas Lates at Blists Hill Victorian Town
- What to Expect
- Traditional Victorian Christmas celebration with carollers and unique gifts.
- Description
- Step back in time to experience a traditional Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill Victorian Town. Enjoy mulled wine and hot chocolate while listening to carollers and shopping for unique gifts in beautifully decorated shops. Characters from 'A Christmas Carol' will make an appearance, adding to the festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Ironbridge | More Info : Christmas Lates at Blists Hill Victorian Town
Coalbrookdale – Breakfast With Santa
- What to Expect
- Meet Father Christmas while enjoying a hearty breakfast.
- Description
- Families can combine a delicious breakfast with the chance to meet Father Christmas at The Furnace Kitchen in Coalbrookdale. The menu includes classics like Full English Breakfast and Eggs Benedict, along with seasonal gingerbread pancakes. Each date features two sittings, and tickets include breakfast, a photo opportunity with Father Christmas, and a present for each child.
- Where
- Ironbridge | More Info : Coalbrookdale – Breakfast With Santa
Severn Valley Railway Steam in Lights
- What to Expect
- Live stage panto show with festive characters.
- Description
- Embark on a festive journey aboard the Severn Valley Railway's Santa Trains, featuring a live stage panto show at Arley Station with Jingle and Jangle, and enjoy a beautifully decorated train ride with present-shaped surprises for children.
- Where
- Bridgnorth | More Info : Severn Valley Railway Steam in Lights
Shrewsbury Other Holiday Activities
Victorian Christmas Weekends
- What to Expect
- Authentic Victorian Christmas celebrations with period decorations and live entertainment.
- Description
- Immerse yourself in Victorian-era Christmas traditions at Blists Hill Victorian Town, where streets and buildings are adorned with traditional decorations, festive music fills the air, and live entertainment includes a Punch & Judy show. Enjoy unique gifts and local-made crafts at the Christmas Emporium, and savor delicious seasonal menus in cozy cafes.
- Where
- Ironbridge | More Info : Victorian Christmas Weekends
The Follies Safari at Hawkstone Park
- What to Expect
- Spooky twist on the Enchanted Trail with Halloween elements.
- Description
- Explore the immersive Follies Safari at Hawkstone Park, featuring a spooky twist on the Enchanted Trail with a Halloween theme.
- Where
- Hawkstone | More Info : The Follies Safari at Hawkstone Park
Dobbies Shrewsbury – Santa Visits
- What to Expect
- Train-themed Christmas experience with Santa.
- Description
- At Dobbies Shrewsbury, children can embark on a Little Seedlings train-themed journey, complete with interactive elements and a meeting with Santa. The experience includes snowy scenes, woodland characters, and hidden nutcrackers, culminating in a special visit and gift from Santa.
- Where
- Shrewsbury | More Info : Dobbies Shrewsbury – Santa Visits
Wonderland Telford – Christmas Wonderland
- What to Expect
- Interactive Christmas celebration with real reindeer and snow.
- Description
- Explore an 11-acre Christmas-themed woodland with fairytale characters, diamond mines, a hedge maze, and crazy golf. Enjoy personal Santa visits, meet real reindeer, and experience real-life snow.
- Where
- Telford | More Info : Wonderland Telford – Christmas Wonderland
Attingham Park National Trust Christmas
- What to Expect
- Interactive Christmas trail with mythical themes.
- Description
- Attingham Park transforms into a festive haven with beautifully decorated Georgian Mansion, featuring over twenty rooms adorned with Christmas trees inspired by ancient myths and legends. Explore the wintery Mile Walk and Walled Garden, where you can help Noel Dragon solve a mystery by discovering magical Christmas trees hidden around every corner.
- Where
- Shrewsbury | More Info : Attingham Park National Trust Christmas
Park Hall Farm Festive Crafts
- What to Expect
- Hands-on crafting in a rustic farm setting.
- Description
- At Park Hall Farm, engage in creative activities like crafting and decorating, surrounded by the farm's natural beauty and festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Oswestry | More Info : Park Hall Farm Festive Crafts
Hawkstone Park Festive Walks
- What to Expect
- Spooky trail with magical twists.
- Description
- Explore Hawkstone Park Follies' scenic trails and caves, featuring the Enchanted Trail and Halloween Follies with spooky twists.
- Where
- Hawkstone | More Info : Hawkstone Park Festive Walks
Attingham Park Festive Garden Stroll
- What to Expect
- Interactive Christmas trail with mythical character-themed trees.
- Description
- Explore Attingham Park's beautifully decorated Georgian Mansion, featuring over twenty rooms adorned with Christmas trees inspired by ancient myths and legends. The outdoor family-friendly trail through the wintery Mile Walk and Walled Garden offers a delightful adventure, helping Noel Dragon solve the mystery of his stolen treasure.
- Where
- Shrewsbury | More Info : Attingham Park Festive Garden Stroll