Illustration of a family sharing roasted chestnuts and warm mugs at a Christmas market table in falling snow (Crowborough Christmas Cracker)

Crowborough Christmas Cracker

Visitors can browse festive stalls and food and drink vendors lining the High Street while enjoying street performers and live music on the Piazza. Children and their families can ride a land train to visit Santa in his Grotto at the Social Club in Croft Road. The evening also features the annual switching on of the Christmas lights.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Free.

Hours

4.00pm to 6.30pm; Christmas Lights switched on at 6.00pm.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

High Street

Food & Drink

Food and drink vendors will line the High Street.

Going?

Location

High Street · Crowborough, East Sussex TN6 1DH Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Stay for the big Christmas lights switch-on, which happens near the end of the evening on the High Street.
  • Hop on the land train during the evening to take the children to Santa's Grotto at the Social Club in Croft Road.
  • Dress warmly for a late-November evening outdoors while you browse the High Street stalls and watch the street performers.
  • Head to the Piazza for live music between browsing the festive stalls and the food and drink vendors along the High Street.
  • If you want a stall, send in your booking form early, because spaces are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Big festive Christmas lights switch-on during the evening

Links & Contact

Run by Crowborough Town Council

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Christmas Cracker for?

Everyone is welcome. It's a free, family-friendly start to the festive season on Crowborough High Street.

What is there to do?

Festive stalls and food and drink vendors line the High Street. There are lots of street performers, and live music plays on the Piazza. The evening also includes the big Christmas lights switch-on.

How do children get to see Santa?

During the evening, a land train takes children and their families to Santa's Grotto at the Social Club in Croft Road.

How can I book a stall?

Stall bookings are open, with separate forms for charities and commercial businesses. Return the completed form to the council offices at Pine Grove, Crowborough TN6 1DH, or email it to events@crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk. Stalls are limited and go on a first come, first served basis.

Can I volunteer at the event?

Yes. Crowborough Town Council is always looking for volunteers to help at its events. Call the council or email events@crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk to get involved.

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