Last updated: November 11, 2024
Experience the charm of Warwick during the holidays with our guide. From Warwick enthusiasts to curious visitors, our guide ensures a season full of wonder and delight.
Popular Events feature enchanting experiences like the Warwick Castle Christmas at the Castle, where the historic grounds come alive with festive decorations and seasonal activities. The Warwick Castle Illuminated Light Trail offers a stunning visual feast, as vibrant lights create a magical pathway through the grounds. And the Hatton Adventure World Enchanted Christmas Kingdom is something you definitely don't want to miss, with its immersive festive attractions designed for families. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Interactive light displays and festive activities amidst historic castle grounds.
Explore Warwick Castle's Christmas festivities, featuring an open-air ice rink, dazzling light trail, and festive food and drink village. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for a special storytime, and enjoy a delightful winter birds of prey display.
Where: Warwick | More Info: Warwick Castle Christmas at the Castle
Sensory-friendly evenings with no flashing lights and adapted sound effects.
Explore Warwick Castle's illuminated light trail through historic grounds and gardens, featuring thousands of shimmering lights, twinkling trees, and projections that light up the night sky. The trail offers a fully accessible route and includes festive food from Christmas market stalls.
Where: Warwick | More Info: Warwick Castle Illuminated Light Trail
Interactive lighting installations and marshmallow toasting.
Explore a captivating, illuminated trail through historic Coombe Abbey Park, featuring stunning lighting elements and light play set to ambient music. Enjoy tasty hot food and drink, and toast marshmallows by the fire pit.
Where: Coventry | More Info: Coombe Abbey Luminate Live
Vibrant light displays and community support.
Warwick Town Centre's Christmas Lights Switch-On features a spectacular display of lights and entertainment in the historic town centre, supported by local businesses and residents.
Where: Warwick | More Info: Warwick Town Centre Christmas Lights Switch-On
Immersive shopping experience with integrated entertainment.
Stratford-upon-Avon's Victorian Christmas Market features 200 high-quality stalls offering unique gifts, local crafts, and seasonal treats. The event takes place over two weekends in December, with entertainment integrated throughout the market footprint. Visitors can explore historic streets adorned with twinkling Christmas lights, creating a special shopping experience.
Where: Stratford-upon-Avon | More Info: Stratford Upon Avon Victorian Christmas Market
Showcase of local artisans' handcrafted goods.
Coombe Abbey Artisan Market offers a treasure trove of handcrafted goods made by talented local artisans. Discover a wide array of unique arts and crafts, each meticulously created with passion and skill. Beautifully crafted jewellery and intricately designed pottery are just a few of the offerings, making it a haven for art lovers and craft fanatics.
Where: Coventry | More Info: Coombe Abbey Artisan Market
Interactive storytelling with Father Christmas and festive crafts.
Join Father Christmas for a seasonal story in the great hall, gingerbread decorating in the medieval kitchen, and exploring historical rooms with children's crafts.
Where: Coventry | More Info: St. Mary’s Guildhall Father Christmas Stories
Victorian-themed Christmas celebration in a historic 700-year-old building.
Step into the Victorian era at St. Mary’s Guildhall, where you can immerse yourself in Dickensian yuletide cheer. Enjoy a guided tour of the historic 700-year-old building, adorned with breathtaking decorations, real trees, and twinkling lights. Witness the Guildhall Tudors in action in the Medieval Kitchen, preparing for the 12 days of Christmas. Join Father Christmas for a seasonal story and indulge in gingerbread decorating in the medieval kitchen.
Where: Coventry | More Info: St. Mary’s Guildhall Victorian Christmas Special
Live singing and storybook adventure with Santa and Snow Fairy.
At Children's Play Village, The Singing Princess event offers a beautifully decorated play space where children can meet Santa and Snow Fairy, enjoy live singing, and participate in a storybook adventure. Each child receives a specially wrapped gift from Santa.
Where: Warwick | More Info: Children’s Play Village The Singing Princess
Live performances and princess pamper parties in a themed tea room setting.
Enchanted Tea Room offers a delightful festive experience with themed tea rooms, live performances, and princess pamper parties. Enjoy a charming atmosphere filled with fairy tale charm and special events.
Where: Warwick | More Info: Enchanted Tea Room Festive Events
Double the fun with two dastardly dames in the Ugly Sisters.
Join Cinderella on her quest to win the heart of Prince Charming, aided by her best friend Buttons and the Fairy Godmother. With spectacular sets, lavish costumes, and sing-along songs, this traditional panto promises a delightful family experience.
Where: Coventry | More Info: Belgrade Theatre Cinderella Pantomime
Interactive festive activities and entertainment.
At Hatton Adventure World, the Enchanted Christmas Kingdom transforms the park into a vibrant winter setting with festive activities, including Superslide Mania, indoor soft play, and farmyard favorites. Visitors can explore the Enchanted Forest, visit Father Christmas in his grotto, and enjoy various shows and performances.
Where: Hatton | More Info: Hatton Adventure World Enchanted Christmas Kingdom
Interactive storytelling session with Father Christmas.
Meet Father Christmas at Kenilworth Castle, where he will share his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree. After the group storytelling session, children will have the chance to meet Father Christmas and take photographs. Each child will also receive a traditional present to unwrap.
Where: Kenilworth | More Info: Kenilworth Castle Father Christmas
Intimate family experience with Santa and festive characters.
Children’s Play Village offers Santa visits with a storybook adventure, live singing, and festive decorations. Each child receives a specially wrapped gift from Santa. The event is available from December 1st to 23rd.
Where: Warwick | More Info: Children’s Play Village Santa Visits
Private meetings with Father Christmas in a cozy red tractor.
Meet Father Christmas at Hogshaw Farm, where you can meet real reindeer, plant a mini Christmas tree, and enjoy festive treats. Share your wish-list in a private meeting with Father Christmas before collecting a special present from the toy workshop.
Where: Buckingham | More Info: Father Christmas at Hogshaw farm
Accessible ice-skating sessions with additional support for access needs.
The Broadgate Outdoor Ice Rink in Coventry City Centre offers a delightful winter experience with 45 minutes of skating time per session. Enjoy the beautiful winter sun during the day and the twinkling lights at night. The rink is situated just outside Cathedral Lanes, with many restaurants overlooking the rink. The event caters to all ages, with age guidance of 5 years and under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. The ice rink is open from Friday 25th November to Sunday 8th January, with prices starting from £6.95 for Go CV card holders.
Where: Coventry | More Info: Broadgate Outdoor Ice Rink
Unique steam train experience with Santa visits and festive treats.
Board our decorated heritage steam train for a 90-minute journey where Santa and his elves will visit each group, handing out small gifts to children and complimentary mince pies to adults. Three levels of service are available: Bronze, Silver, and Gold, each offering unique experiences.
Where: Shackerstone | More Info: Battlefield Line Santa Trains