November 2023
Midsomer Norton Carnival
The Carnival procession starts on the A367 at the roundabout adjacent to Charlton Lane at 7.30pm and proceeds into Charlton Road and past Norton Hill School before turning right down Silver Street past the Railway station, the area around the junction is not recommended for spectators. The procession continues down Silver Street to the town hall where it then turns right into High Street at approximately 8pm and travels in the opposite direction to the normal traffic flow, this area…
Find out more »Hestercombe Christmas Market
Come and explore our bustling annual Christmas Market near Taunton in the heart of Somerset, featuring festive stalls bursting with beautiful locally-sourced gifts, delicious treats and unique hand-crafted items. We'll be selling festive food and drink including wonderfully crumbly mince pies, creamy hot chocolate, and homemade mulled wine. Visitors to the market will receive free admission to the gardens, house and contemporary art gallery – just show proof of your Christmas Market admission at the Visitor Reception desk.
Find out more »Bath Christmas Market
Bath Christmas Market will open this year on Thursday November 23 and run for 18 days closing on Sunday December 10. More information to be released soon. For updates, check https://bathchristmasmarket.co.uk/
Find out more »Illuminate at Hestercombe
ILLUMINATE will transport you on a magical journey of colour, light and sound to bring festive awe and wonder to our gardens. The natural features and views of the Landscape Garden come to life at night, with spotlights, lit trees and coloured paths drawing you up towards the Great Cascade, down past beautiful dynamic fountains in the Pear Pond and through a 'Christmas tree' grove below the Formal Garden, before finishing with a show-stopping display in front of Hestercombe House.…
Find out more »December 2023
Winter wonderland at Wookey Hole
You’re invited to get into the spirit of Christmas at Wookey Hole’s Winter Wonderland. Various dates through December. Your adventure includes three incredible Christmas experiences wrapped up into one magical day out plus all the other activities at Wookey Hole. Special Christmas experiences included with your Winter Wonderland ticket Lights Capture the magic of 100,000 lights underground. You’ll start with a visit to the caves where over 100,000 of lights magically illuminate the way. It’s a breath-taking Christmas light show.…
Find out more »Christmas at Stourhead
The after-dark, illuminated trail through the garden at Stourhead returns for its fifth year in 2023. Book now to discover this world-famous landscape in a new light this Christmas.
Find out more »Santa’s Grotto at the Grand Pier
Join us on a magical adventure to Santa’s Grotto where you can meet the great man himself and some of his trusty elves! As you step through the twinkling entrance with your mixed group of other girls and boys eagerly awaiting to meet Santa Claus, you’ll find yourself in the one and only Santa’s Toy Shop. Oh, how marvellous it is! You’ll see toys of all shapes and sizes and those little rascal elves, all hard at work, getting everything…
Find out more »Christmas Fayre and Animal Blessing
We will be holding our annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday 2nd December and Sunday 3rd December. We have a super collection of stalls featuring hand crafted goods, the tranquil setting of Ferne makes Christmas shopping a pleasure. Why not make a day of it and enjoy a meal at Nina’s. Join us and our barn animals for our annual animal blessing on the evening of Saturday 2nd December.
Find out more »The Grinch Grotto Takeover at the Grand Pier
On his way to Whoville, The Grinch heard we were celebrating bigger and better than ever so this green grump is posing as the magical man himself in an attempt to steal our Christmas spirit. This is the perfect alternative to the traditional Santa’s Grotto for your little mischief maker. Come on a journey through our enchanted toy shop trail, where your little ones will be part of a mixed group of children that will be greeted by our mischievous…
Find out more »March 2024
Frome Window Wanderland
A free community event that transforms Frome town into a walking art trail. The town comes alive as thousands of residents “wander”, discovering & celebrating each other’s lit up window displays. Residents are invited to create their own window display as part of the event - register on our website to appear on the map. Workshops in February support people in creating their display - full details on website.
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