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Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonSanta by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonSanta by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonSanta by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonSanta by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonSanta by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonSanta by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village, NelsonSanta by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Week of Events
Woof Shack
Woof Shack
Free social group for dogs and their people. Planned regular walks, games, specialist talks, advice and much more. Last Thursday of every month.
Redcurrant Glass Courses
Redcurrant Glass Courses
Courses/workshops are available in kiln formed glass, kiln formed glass jewellery, lampwork glass beadmaking, silverclay and silver jewellery. Courses and taster sessions are available throughout the year from just £30. Booking required.
THE ELF EXPLORER
THE ELF EXPLORER
A magical Christmas experience that is guaranteed to light up your children’s faces and get the whole family in the mood for the Festive Season. This theatrical journey on board a beautiful steam train is the perfect way to travel, and we know that Father Christmas thinks so too…! £22 - £28. Booking essential.
Santa Specials
Santa Specials
Steam into Christmas on the East Lancashire Railway’s famously festive Santa Specials. Your family will make enchanted memories to share as they take a trip through the magical Irwell Valley alongside colourful characters and surprises. What Christmas treat would be complete without a visit from a host of happy elves and Santa Claus himself. Various prices.
Christmas Grotto Wonderland
Christmas Grotto Wonderland
Visit Santa Claus in his grotto and enjoy the festive fun experiences, guided by magical elves through a winter wonderland. Art & crafts and christmas themed games.
The Adventures of Peppermint: A Father Christmas Experience
The Adventures of Peppermint: A Father Christmas Experience
This heartwarming 45 minute immersive experience promises unforgettable memories and pure festive magic. Each experience has capacity for up to 21 people, including both adults and children. Various prices.
Christmas at Mother Shipton’s
Christmas at Mother Shipton’s
Step into a world of magic and wonder as you enter Mother Shipton's magical Christmas experience. Get ready, for Santa is flying through the starry skies to meet you! Step into his cozy grotto, where time stands still as you create memories that will warm your heart for years to come. Various ticket options.
Father Christmas At Bolton Abbey
Father Christmas At Bolton Abbey
Step into his twinkling Christmas Village, tucked away in the middle of Strid Wood and see what enchanting experience awaits. Become acquainted with the cheeky elves who have just arrived from the North Pole, and let them take you on a special journey to meet the Great Man himself.
Lancaster On Ice
Lancaster On Ice
Award Winning and internationally recognised Lancaster on Ice returns for the 2023 season to the historic Dalton Square, in the heart of Lancaster. There will be christmas market stalls, the giant tipi bar, 800m real ice, Ice-Rink and giant ferris wheel.
Santa by the Lake at Brockholes
Santa by the Lake at Brockholes
Santa is back at Brockholes! Come and meet him in his workshop set against the backdrop of our beautiful Meadow Lake. Sat & Sun from 25th Nov - 17th Dec.
CHRISTMAS IN THE CARIBBEAN
CHRISTMAS IN THE CARIBBEAN
Prepare to be whisked away with our exciting new party night theme for 2023! Spectacular Caribbean Christmas Theme, Caribbean Steel Band, Caribbean Dancers & Hula Girls and Festive 3 Course Dinner.
Sail to Santa at WWT Martin Mere
Sail to Santa at WWT Martin Mere
For an extra special experience this Christmas, visit to one of the Sail to Santa days. Sail across to Santa's Island, meet Santa and his elves and get busy in the Elves' workshop making a pine cone reindeer. Sat & Sun.
Santa Special Trains
Santa Special Trains
Snuggle up with your loved ones in your warm, steam-heated carriage. Watch eyes light up as Father Christmas visits you in your seat to hand each child their very own Christmas gift. Light seasonal refreshments on the train are included and Mrs Ribble's Tea Room will be open for extra drinks and goodies. Every Sat from 2nd - 17th Dec.
Christmas at the Farm
Christmas at the Farm
Christmas at the farm is an immersive adventure based on the original magical Father Christmas. Discover Father Christmas' secret farm Headquarters, hidden from plain sight, filled with activities and experiences, with spectacular sets and theatre performances. Child £22.95, Adults £12.79.
Leeds Industrial Museum
Leeds Industrial Museum
Industrial heritage with collections of textile machinery, railway equipment and heavy engineering. Learn about the industrial heritage of Leeds, the city of 1000 trades, in the Grade II* listed Armley Mills. Open Tues - Fri 10am - 5pm. Sat & Sun 12pm - 5pm. Free.
Robin Hood Christmas Panto!
Robin Hood Christmas Panto!
This inclusive show promises festive fun for all the Family with silliness, songs and a good old showdown between the goodies and the baddies. 11am & 2pm. Adult £12.50. child £7.50.
The Big Christmas Day Out
The Big Christmas Day Out
Williamson Park will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland. The ticket price includes all activities (except the food, drink and meeting Santa) with a huge range of festive activities for all the family from fairground rides to Christmas crafting through to the festive cinema and face painting and lots more. 9am - 1pm & 2.30pm - 6.30pm.
12 Days of Christmas – Festive Trail
12 Days of Christmas – Festive Trail
As you enjoy a walk through Strid Wood, clues connected to the popular ‘12 Days of Christmas’ carol will help you to solve the festive mystery on the trail sheet. This event is included in the car park entry fee.