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Last updated: November 11, 2024


Plan your festive season in Tamworth with our guide. Discover all the best holiday events and activities. For Tamworth devotees and casual visitors alike, our guide illuminates the path to festive fun.

Popular during the holiday season is Santa's Winter Wonderland, where families can stroll through enchanting displays and meet Santa himself. In addition, the Christmas Parties at Drayton Manor Resort offer festive dining experiences that combine seasonal cheer with entertaining attractions. And the Santa's Sleepovers at Alton Towers Resort is something you definitely don't want to miss for a magical overnight holiday adventure. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Tamworth Holiday Light Displays


What to Expect:

Immersive light and sound show with interactive elements.

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The Illuminated Arboretum features a mile-long route with mesmerizing light, color, and sound, bringing the fascinating stories of the National Memorial Arboretum to life in an immersive and reflective experience.

Where: National Memorial Arboretum | More Info: Illuminated Arboretum

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Interactive light trail with local food and funfair activities.

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Step into an illuminated light trail at Trentham Gardens, featuring interactive displays, captivating soundscapes, and larger than life illuminations. Enjoy local food vendors, children's funfair amusements, and marshmallow toasting.

Where: Trentham | More Info: Winter Light Trail at Trentham Gardens

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Visually stunning ice sculpture trail and festive live music.

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The Trentham Christmas Festival offers a winter experience in historic Trentham Gardens with a brand-new ice sculpture trail, festive live music, and artisan markets. Explore visually stunning ice sculptures, enjoy rides, live ice sculpting, and festive food and drink.

Where: Trentham | More Info: Christmas Festival at The Trentham Estate

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Tamworth Holiday Markets and Shopping


What to Expect:

Unique blend of local art, craft, and artisan food.

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The Trentham Makers Market at Trentham Shopping Village showcases award-winning local food and drink, art, craft producers, and vintage artisans. Visitors can stroll around the market, meet the makers, and sample various delights on offer.

Where: Trentham | More Info: Makers Markets at Trentham Gardens

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Tamworth Holiday Shows and Entertainment


What to Expect:

Interactive real snow experience with a new stage show.

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Explore Santa's Christmas Snow Trail with real snow slides, sledges, and festive light displays. Enjoy the new Santa Show featuring Jack & the Beanstalk, and visit Santa's Christmas Village to meet furry animals and ride a classic carousel.

Where: Tamworth | More Info: Santa's Winter Wonderland

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Interactive storytelling with festive treats and a special silver bell gift.

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Embark on a journey to the North Pole aboard the Polar Express Train Ride, where you'll be served hot chocolate and cookies, sing along to your favorite characters, and receive a silver sleigh bell as your first gift of Christmas.

Where: Churnet Valley | More Info: The Polar Express Train Ride

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Themed hotel stays and exclusive Santa's Grotto visit.

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Santa's Sleepovers at Alton Towers Resort offer a family-friendly holiday experience with 1-day theme park access, a visit to Santa's Grotto, and an overnight stay in themed hotels. Enjoy festive entertainment, a special gift, and activities like Extraordinary Golf and Waterpark entry.

Where: Alton Towers | More Info: Santa's Sleepovers at Alton Towers Resort

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Designed for individuals with autism, learning difficulties, or sensory needs.

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Relaxed sessions at SnowDome offer a more supportive environment for families and groups with special needs, featuring adjustments to sound and lighting levels, more wheelchair spaces, and complimentary carer spaces.

Where: Tamworth | More Info: Relaxed Session at SnowDome

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Tamworth Other Holiday Activities


What to Expect:

Traditional Christmas experience with Father Christmas in a historic Rock House setting.

Description:

Father Christmas at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses offers a traditional Christmas experience with Father Christmas, Mother Christmas, and woodland elves. Children can visit Father Christmas in his cozy Rock House grotto, receive a gift, and participate in Christmas craft activities.

Where: Kinver | More Info: Father Christmas at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

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Interactive holiday activities with Santa and his elves.

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At Statfold Railway, join Santa's journey through a beautifully lit train to see the big man himself in Santa's Grotto. Enjoy activities like writing letters to Santa, decorating cookies with Mrs. Claus, and making reindeer snacks. Explore the North Pole Post Office, Rudolph's Snack Hut, and Mrs. Claus's Bakery. Visit the Toy Shop for special gifts and participate in various fun activities like vintage carousel rides and VR sleigh rides.

Where: Statfold | More Info: Magical Santa Express at Statfold Railway

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