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Last updated: November 11, 2024

You've discovered the perfect holiday guide for Worksop! Let us lead you to the best festive activities and events. From Worksop experts to novices, our guide is your roadmap to seasonal celebrations.

One enchanting attraction during the holiday season is the Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park, where visitors can stroll through a magical market filled with festive treats and illuminated attractions. Meanwhile, Christmas at Chatsworth boasts stunning decorations and themed events in the beautiful surroundings of Chatsworth House. And the Christmas at Warwick Castle is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring live performances and impressive light displays that bring the castle to life. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Worksop Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Interactive light trail and festive decorations in a historic estate.

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Explore Chatsworth House, garden, and farmyard during Christmas at Chatsworth. Enjoy festive decorations, an interactive light trail, and meet friendly farm animals. The event includes access to over 20 decorated rooms in the house, a garden light trail, and a Christmas market (for visits between 9 November and 1 December).

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Christmas at Chatsworth

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Unique shopping experience with local and sustainable suppliers.

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The Chatsworth Christmas Market offers over 100 stalls with a wide range of Christmas gifts, decorations, and seasonal food and drink. Live music and exclusive ranges from local and British makers add to the festive atmosphere.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Christmas Market at Chatsworth

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Worksop Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Elegant four-course dinner with live entertainment.

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Celebrate Christmas in style at Chatsworth with a black-tie winter ball featuring a four-course dinner, live entertainment, and a tour of the North Wing decorated for Christmas.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Winter Ball at Chatsworth

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State-of-the-art silent disco experience with 80s music and Christmas classics.

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Dance the night away to 80s music and Christmas classics with state-of-the-art headphones at Chatsworth Carriage House, dressed for Christmas. Enjoy a variety of non-alcoholic drinks, snacks, and sweet treats, along with a bottle and cocktail bar in the Stables.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Winter Silent Disco at Chatsworth

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Interactive Santa experience with elf crafts and Mrs. Claus tales.

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Step into Santa's Snow Filled North Pole at Lotherton Hall, where you can interact with Santa and his elves, join the elf emporium, and enjoy delightful tales from Mrs. Claus about life at the North Pole. Engage in hands-on craft activities with Santa's elves, creating memorable keepsakes to take home.

Where: Leeds | More Info: Santa’s Snow Filled North Pole at Lotherton Hall

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Immersive Alice-themed Christmas celebration with theatrical installations and themed dining.

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Alice’s Christmas Wonderland at Castle Howard is an immersive experience where you follow the White Rabbit through grand halls and regal rooms, revealing fanciful festive surprises. Enjoy elegant Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea, special mementos from the Bauble Emporium, and Wonderland-themed cocktails in the Chess Club.

Where: York | More Info: Alice’s Christmas Wonderland at Castle Howard

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Immersive Alice in Wonderland-themed experience with theatrical installations and festive surprises.

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Follow the White Rabbit through Castle Howard's grand halls and regal rooms, where each twist and turn reveals fanciful festive surprises. Immerse yourself in a psychedelic world inspired by Lewis Carroll's iconic characters, complete with elegant Mad Hatter's Afternoon Tea, special mementos from the Bauble Emporium, and seasonal essentials from the Farm Shop and Garden Centre.

Where: York | More Info: White Rabbit Trail at Castle Howard

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Interactive audience participation with Santa's sleigh and snowball fight.

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Elf The Musical at Leeds Arena features Santa's flying sleigh, an audience snowball fight, and a giant candy cane journey from the North Pole, set against amazing video-film backdrops on a large LED screen. The show stars Jordan Conway as Buddy, with Kelly Benlaki as Jovie and Barry Bloxham as Buddy's long-suffering dad.

Where: Leeds | More Info: ELF The Musical at Leeds Arena

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Worksop Other Holiday Activities

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Special storytime with Father Christmas and craft activities.

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Join Father Christmas at Chatsworth for a special storytime session, where children can listen to the tale of the first Christmas, help make reindeer food, and receive a small gift. The event includes entry to the farmyard and playground, as well as a craft activity with the elves.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Storytime with Father Christmas at Chatsworth

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Behind-the-scenes insights into Chatsworth's Christmas preparations.

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Join Susie Stokoe, Creative Director of Christmas at Chatsworth, for a guided tour of key rooms in the house. Delve into the creative direction and development of this year’s spectacular Christmas exhibition and illuminated walk. Learn about the process of collaborating with Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho to develop the narrative, *Henry and the Chatsworth Lion’s Christmas Feast*. Discover the operational challenges and curatorial processes involved in transforming Chatsworth House for Christmas.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Creating Christmas: Behind the Scenes Tour at Chatsworth

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Hands-on candle-making experience with personalized decorations.

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At the Hand Poured Candle Workshop at Chatsworth, participants will craft a set of handmade wax melts and candles, choosing from various fragrances and decorations. The workshop takes place in the garden art studio and includes crafting soy wax melts, designing a rolled and appliqué wax-decorated beeswax candle, and pouring unique scented votive candles. Participants will also receive extra wax to continue creating at home and enjoy tea and coffee along with entry to Christmas at Chatsworth House and Garden.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Hand Poured Candle Workshop at Chatsworth

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Hands-on paper crafting with eco-friendly materials.

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Craft a festive paper centrepiece under the guidance of paper artist Kim Bevan, using eco-friendly materials like recycled paper, card, and wire. This workshop includes a locally sourced graze box lunch and entry to the Chatsworth Garden to enjoy the Christmas light display.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Seasonal Paper Centrepiece Workshop at Chatsworth

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Unique 3D paper cut Christmas scene creation.

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Create a 3D paper cut Christmas scene using scalpels, scissors, glue, paper, and pencils. Learn to construct a tunnel book structure and create imagery throughout the pages using paper cutting techniques. All materials are provided, and you will be taught by experienced paper artist Kim Bevan.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Christmas Papercut Scene Workshop at Chatsworth

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Candlelit dinner with live jazz music and expertly paired wines.

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Celebrate the winter solstice with a Twilight Dinner at Chatsworth, combining history, art, live jazz music, and gourmet dining. Begin the evening with champagne in the Sculpture Gallery, then move to the Cavendish Restaurant for a three-course gourmet dinner.

Where: Bakewell | More Info: Twilight Dinner at Chatsworth

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Interactive animal experiences amidst festive decorations.

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Explore Manor Farm Park & Woodlands this Christmas, where you can meet over 20 types of animals, enjoy the woodland trail, and participate in falconry displays. The Christmas event offers a variety of activities, including reindeer feeding and owl holding.

Where: Loughborough | More Info: Manor Farm Park & Woodlands Christmas

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Interactive Christmas event with Santa visits and various animal encounters.

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Visit Santa in his woodland cabin, explore the Elves' Village, and enjoy live animal Nativity, small animal petting, and festive activities like decorating gingerbread and making reindeer food.

Where: Loughborough | More Info: Early Evening Wonderland at Manor Farm Park & Woodlands

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Interactive holiday activities with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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Lotherton Hall transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with twinkling lights, interactive installations, and festive decorations. Explore the beautifully decorated Edwardian hall, visit Santa's North Pole, and engage in craft activities in the Elf Village. Enjoy Mrs. Claus's tales and weekend magic shows amidst the expansive grounds and gardens.

Where: Leeds | More Info: The Christmas Experience at Lotherton Hall

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Interactive light displays and festive woodland walk.

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Wander through twinkling light displays and discover interactive installations in Lotherton's beautifully decorated grounds and gardens. Explore festive traditions old and new, following the twinkling lights on the woodland walk. Discover fairies in their secret hideaway, Fairy Dell, and marvel at the splendour of the Edwardian Hall.

Where: Leeds | More Info: Festive Woodland Walk at Lotherton Hall

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