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Christmas in Staffordshire

You’ll find magic and sparkle all around for Christmas in Staffordshire this year, with Santa’s Grottos, light trails, artisan markets, hilarious pantos and more!

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7 Christmas Family Days Out in Staffordshire

1. Alton Towers Resort

You can enjoy an unforgettable Christmas break at Alton Towers Resort, where the Santa's Sleepovers include your chance to meet Santa, plus Christmas panto, selected family rides, and admission to the waterpark.

2. National Memorial Arboretum

Illuminated Arboretum brings a kaleidoscope of colour to the National Memorial Arboretum, with a light trail that shows the memorials, gardens and woodland as you’ve never seen them before.

3. Churnet Valley Railway

You can meet singing chefs, the dancing conductor, and Santa himself, as The Polar Express Train Ride chugs into Churnet Valley Railway and takes you on a magical journey through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Strictly for believers only!

4. Snowdome

Santa’s back at the Snowdome for Santa’s Winter Wonderland, home to the all-new live show, the Christmas Snow Trail, Santa’s Christmas Village and home of Santa's furry friends and a magical talking post box.

5. Trentham Estate

Bag a Christmas bargain at The Trentham Estate, which is hosting the all-new Winter Light Trail, with interactive displays, immersive soundscapes and giant illuminations. And Santa will be in his grotto on selected dates from November 16th.

6. Weston Park

‘Tis a season of joy at Weston Park. Browse Christmas markets, create your own Christmas wreath, and dine in the sumptuous surroundings of the Victorian Orangery or the magnificent Dining Room.

7. Drayton Manor Resort

It’s a Christmas Wonderland at Drayton Manor Resort, with Santa in his grotto, the Festive Light Train, fun on your favourite family rides at Thomas Land, and plenty of festive treats.

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The Three Musketeers

Address:

New Vic Theatre, Etruria Road, Basford, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 0JG

Telephone:
01782 717962

Email:

tickets@newvictheatre.org.uk

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Christmas - Pantos, Theatre and Music

Basford, Newcastle-under-Lyme

Staffordshire’s New Vic will stage a brand-new version of Alexandre Dumas’ The Three Musketeers this Christmas. The show follows on from Theresa Heskins’ adaptation of The Nutcracker in 2023 and will introduce a new generation of children to this…

Venue

New Vic Theatre, Newcastle

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15 Nov 2024to25 Jan 2025

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Santa's Winter Wonderland

Address:

SnowDome, Leisure Island, River Drive, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7ND

Telephone:
0344 800 0011

Email:

guestservices@snowdome.co.uk

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River Drive, Tamworth

Santa's back at the SnowDome this Christmas with another festive extravaganza! From 16th November his magical winter wonderland in the snow returns and he'll be adding some extra special magic along the way! With real snow, real animals and the all…

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21 Nov 2024to25 Nov 2024

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29 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024

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26 Dec 2024to1 Jan 2025

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3 Jan 2025to5 Jan 2025

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Christmas Wonderland at Drayton Manor Resort

Address:

Drayton Manor Resort, Drayton Manor Drive, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 3TW

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Tamworth

Make epic memories at Drayton Manor Resort this Christmas. Packed full of festive family fun, the heart of the theme park will be decked with trees, lights and so much more creating the perfect Christmas Wonderland.

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Drayton Manor Resort, Tamworth

Drayton Manor Zoo, Tamworth

Dates

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23 Nov 2024to31 Dec 2024

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Magical Days Out - Alton Towers Resort

Address:

Alton Towers Resort, Farley Lane, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB

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Christmas - Family

Alton

Join in the festive fun with Magical Days Out at Alton Towers Resort! Enjoy a sleigh full of festivities including the UK’s only CBeebies Land at Christmas plus all new experiences for 2024!

Venue

Alton Towers Resort, Alton Towers area

Dates

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29 Nov 2024to5 Jan 2025

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Santa's Sleepover at Alton Towers

Address:

Alton Towers Resort, Farley, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB

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Alton

Step inside Alton Towers Resort this festive season and experience a magical Christmas escape with a Santa's Sleepover short break!

Venue

Alton Towers Resort, Alton Towers area

Dates

From:

29 Nov 2024to23 Dec 2024

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Winter Light Trail

Address:

Stone Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 8JG

Telephone:
01782 646646

Email:

enquiry@trentham.co.uk

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Christmas Event

Stoke-on-Trent

Step into an all new illuminated light trail throughout Trentham Gardens this winter.
Watch little faces light up in awe and wonder at the festive surprises around every corner. The trail is over a mile long, and will feature interactive displays,…

Venue

The Trentham Estate, Stoke-on-Trent

Dates

From:

29 Nov 2024to31 Dec 2024

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Jingle Ville @ Lower Drayton Farm

Address:

Lower Drayton Farm, Lower Drayton Lane, Penkridge, Staffordshire, ST19 5RE

Telephone:
01785 907440

Email:

play@lowerdraytonfarm.co.uk

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Christmas - Family

Penkridge

Embark on an unforgettable journey that begins with a whimsical bus ride, surrounded by the beauty of twinkling lights and the crisp winter air. As you approach Jingle Ville, you’ll be greeted by friendly and mischievous elves, ready to guide you…

Venue

Lower Drayton Farm, Penkridge

Dates

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30 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Wedgwood's Creative Christmas

Address:

World of Wedgwood, Wedgwood Drive, Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST12 9ER

Telephone:
01782 282986

Email:

bookings@worldofwedgwood.com

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Christmas Event

Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent

World of Wedgwood are hosting a festive and creative Christmas this year with an array of festive pottery making and workshops, to go alongside their festive Breakfasts and Afternoon Teas.

Venue

World of Wedgwood, Stoke-on-Trent

Dates

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30 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024

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Weston's Christmas Market

Address:

Weston Park, Weston under Lizard, Staffordshire, TF11 8LE

Telephone:
01952 852100

Email:

enquiries@weston-park.com

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Christmas Markets

Weston under Lizard

Start your Christmas shopping at Weston Park’s Christmas Market – it’s a great way to kick start the festive season.

Venue

Weston Park, Shifnal

Dates

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30 Nov 2024to1 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Illuminated Arboretum

Address:

The National Memorial Arboretum, Croxall Road, Alrewas, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 7AR

Telephone:
01283 245100

Email:

info@thenma.org.uk

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Light Festival

Alrewas, Burton on Trent

Tickets are now on sale for this year's Illuminated Arboretum, the spectacular and hugely popular winter light trail with a difference at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire!

Venue

National Memorial Arboretum, Burton Upon Trent

Dates

From:

6 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 16:30 - 20:00

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Dick Whittington

Address:

Regent Theatre, Piccadilly, City Centre, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST1 1AP

Telephone:
01782 213808

Email:

stokestagedoor@theambassadors.com

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Pantomime

City Centre, Stoke-on-Trent

Stoke-on-Trent favourite Jonathan Wilkes, who this year will celebrate 20 years since his first Regent Theatre panto, will lead the cast as Dick Whittington! Jonny will be reunited with Christian Patterson who will make a triumphant return to play…

Venue

The Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent

Dates

From:

13 Dec 2024to5 Jan 2025

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Christmas Light Show

Address:

Lichfield Cathedral, The Close, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 7LD

Telephone:
01543 306100

Email:

enquiries@lichfield-cathedral.org

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Light Festival

Lichfield

Enjoy a spectacular light show around Lichfield Cathedral Close and on the front of the Cathedral, listen to popular carols, and head inside to soak up the atmosphere of this special time of year.

Venue

Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield

Dates

From:

16 Dec 2024to18 Dec 2024Open 17:30 - 20:00

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20 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 17:30 - 20:00

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Ongoing Events

Biddulph Lantern Workshops

Address:

Biddulph Town Hall, High Street, Biddulph, Staffordshire, ST8 6AR

Telephone:
01782 498480

Email:

office@biddulph-tc.gov.uk

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Christmas Event

Biddulph

As part of this year’s Christmas Light Switch On in Biddulph, there will be a lantern parade on 30th of November! Many free lantern making workshops will be taking place with the public.
OUTSIDE is supporting Red Thing Creations, a puppet and…

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21 Nov 2024Open 16:00 - 19:00
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23 Nov 2024Open 13:00 - 17:00

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Stone Christmas Lights Switch On

Address:

High Street, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8JR

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Christmas Lights Switch-On

Stone

The annual Stone Christmas Lights switch-on will see the town centre packed with families, young and old, enjoying the festivities as an evening of entertainment counts down to the light switch on.

Dates

From:
21 Nov 2024Open 17:00 - 20:00

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The Polar Express Train Ride™

Address:

Churnet Valley Railway, Churnet Valley Railway (1992) PLC, Kingsley & Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffordshire, ST10 2HA

Telephone:
01538 360522

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Christmas - Family

Froghall

Embark on a magical Christmas adventure with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ 2024 Train Ride at Churnet Valley Railway, a delightful experience brought to you in the heart of Staffordshire, near Birmingham!
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as Churnet…

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The Travelling Ceramic Café

Address:

The Play Barn, Round Meadows Farm, Rownall Road, Werrington, Staffordshire, ST9 0BP

Telephone:
07767 787768

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Christmas Event

Rownall Road, Werrington

We have The Travelling Ceramic Café with us on: Thursday 21st November 9:30 - 1pm Wednesday 4th December 9:30 - 1pm Prices from £3.50 and all items will be glazed and returned to The Play Barn for collection. Normal off peak admission applies.

Dates

From:
21 Nov 2024Open 09:30 - 13:00
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4 Dec 2024Open 09:30 - 13:00

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Address:

Lichfield Garrick Theatre, Castle Dyke, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6HR

Telephone:
01543 412121

Email:

garrick@lichfieldgarrick.com

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Pantomime

Lichfield

Located in the heart of Lichfield, Lichfield Garrick provides a programme of shows and conference facilities to suit every taste.

Dates

From:

22 Nov 2024to12 Jan 2025

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Uttoxeter Christmas Lights Switch On

Address:

High Street, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7HN

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Christmas Lights Switch-On

Uttoxeter

On Friday 22nd November 2024 at 5:30pm join the Mayor in Uttoxeter outside the historic Town Hall to see the town's Christmas lights switched on.

Dates

From:
22 Nov 2024

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The North Pole Express at Foxfield

Address:

Foxfield Steam Railway, Caverswall Road, Blythe Bridge, Nr. Cheadle, Staffordshire, ST11 9BG

Telephone:
01782 394210

Email:

flrsenquiries@foxfieldrailway.co.uk

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Christmas - Family

Blythe Bridge, Nr. Cheadle

The North Pole Express at Foxfield Steam Railway runs from 23rd November through to Christmas Eve and is an award-winning favourite for all ages.

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23 Nov 2024to24 Nov 2024

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30 Nov 2024to1 Dec 2024

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21 Dec 2024to24 Dec 2024

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Christmas Crafternoon

Address:

LoveClay c/o Valentine Clays, Valentine Way, Fenton, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2FJ

Telephone:
01782271200

Email:

info@loveclay.co.uk

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Fenton, Stoke on Trent

Get into the festive spirit with our Christmas Crafternoon on Saturday, 23rd November, from 2-4pm.
Spend a cosy afternoon handcrafting beautiful Christmas Tea Lights and Dainty Porcelain Christmas Decoration that are perfect for adding a personal…

Venue

LoveClay Ceramics Centre, Stoke-on-Trent

Dates

From:
23 Nov 2024Open 14:00 - 17:00

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Christmas in Staffordshire

7 Christmas Family Days Out in Staffordshire

1. Alton Towers Resort

2. National Memorial Arboretum

3. Churnet Valley Railway

4. Snowdome

5. Trentham Estate

6. Weston Park

7. Drayton Manor Resort

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