Christmas Light Switch-On Spectacular
Guests gather in the Durham Suite for a festive welcome drink before being led outside by Santa to witness the arrival of a surprise celebrity guest. Host Charlotte Forman performs live Christmas songs by the hotel frontage and dining pods as the grounds are illuminated for the season. Afterward, visitors return indoors to enjoy a turkey bap dinner followed by another live musical performance.
What to Expect
Live music, Santa, a surprise celebrity guest, and festive light switch-on.
Event Details
Food & Drink
Admission includes mulled wine or a children's mocktail and a turkey bap with homemade bone-marrow gravy and cranberry sauce; drinks packages are available by pre-order and advance payment.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and festive music fans
Vibe
Festive and celebratory
Energy Level
Low
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Children under 12: £19; adults: £26. Includes mulled wine or a children's mocktail, a turkey bap with homemade bone-marrow gravy and cranberry sauce, Charlotte Forman hosting and live performance, the Christmas light switch-on, and a surprise celebrity guest. Drinks packages are an add-on available by pre-order and advance payment; no price is stated.
- Hours: 18:00.
Tips & Advice
- Book children's tickets by phone, as they aren't available online; adult tickets can be booked online or by phone.
- Pay in full when booking and remember tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable; buy TicketPlan Protection at the same time if needed.
- Pre-order and pay for drinks packages in advance if you'd like additional drinks arranged for the evening.
- Call directly to ask about the Event & Stay Package; it includes prosecco in your room on arrival, but event exclusions apply.
- Dress warmly for the outdoor light switch-on, as guests gather outside the hotel frontage before returning to the Durham Suite.
Special Events & Promotions
- A surprise celebrity guest makes a special appearance at the switch-on event.
- Drinks packages are available by pre-order and advance payment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the evening?
Guests gather indoors for a welcome drink, then Santa leads them outside for the celebrity guest’s arrival, live songs and the light switch-on. The celebrations continue indoors with dinner and another performance.
What food and drinks are included?
The admission includes mulled wine or a children’s mocktail and a turkey bap with homemade bone-marrow gravy and cranberry sauce.
Can I book a ticket for a child?
Children’s tickets are for under-12s and must be booked by calling the inn; adult tickets can be booked online or by phone.
Can I arrange extra drinks or an overnight stay?
Drinks packages are available as add-ons by pre-order and advance payment. An event-and-stay package can be booked by calling directly, subject to availability and event exclusions.
What should I know before booking?
Payment is taken in full when booking, and tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Optional TicketPlan Protection must be purchased with the tickets.
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