Hereford Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors can experience an afternoon of live jump racing with views from the parade ring, home straight, and finishing post. Across the course, family entertainment includes face and glitter painting inside a heated marquee as well as a roaming festive...

Participants design and craft a set of four seasonal glass coasters, perfect for a Christmas table or handmade gifts. Instructor Becci guides attendees through the process of choosing, arranging, and creating their own festive glassware. The event also includes a...

Participants are introduced to the tactile craft of felting by Mo, who guides attendees through the process from start to finish. Guests create their own handmade Christmas ornaments to take home and use year after year. The crafting session is...

Participants learn how to coppice willow and discover the reed bed system before using the cut withies to weave seasonal wreaths. Natural materials and dried flowers collected from the estate's grounds are provided to adorn the arrangements. Attendees also have...

Visitors can lace up their skates and glide across the open-air rink under the stars while soaking in views of the historic docks. Those who prefer not to skate can grab a cup of hot chocolate and take in the...

Passengers take a round-trip journey behind a real steam engine departing from Norchard Station through the forest to Parkend and Lydney Junction. Santa visits passengers at their seats during the ride, and families can visit Santa's elves at Lydney Junction...

Families gather in the Christmas Room for fun table activities, festivities, and a hearty lunch. Following the meal, visitors head to Santa's North Pole Hut for a magical meeting and photos. Children can also pick out their own unwrapped present...

Hosted in the Christmas Room, this family experience features festive table activities alongside a filling cooked breakfast. After eating, guests visit Santa in his North Pole Hut for photos and a personal meet-and-greet. Children also get to browse a selection...

Participants join the hotel's florist, Jo from Wye Valley Flowers, to create their own handmade Christmas wreath using a curated selection of seasonal foliage. All materials required for crafting are provided. The experience begins with coffee and cake and finishes...

Participants start with a lush, pre-greened wreath made from natural Christmas tree foliage. Attendees customize their design by choosing from a wide variety of festive decorations to create a display ready to hang at home. Each participant also enjoys warming...

Visitors can celebrate the holiday season with two days of top-quality racing at Cheltenham Racecourse. Following the Friday races, guests can watch the Tattersalls Cheltenham Sales offering point-to-pointers and form horses in the sales ring. Hospitality experiences and private boxes...

Families step into a magical winter wonderland grotto to meet Santa, check the Naughty or Nice list, and use a golden key to pick a toy in the present room. Festive activities include making reindeer food, sliding down Santa's chimney,...

Families travel inside private compartments on a heritage train ride from Bridgnorth to Highley and back. The immersive journey features live performance, interactive storytelling, and puppetry with characters including Mrs Claus, Cracker the Elf, and Gingersnap the Gingerbread Man. Santa...

Passengers begin at Kidderminster Station listening to festive Christmas music before boarding a heritage train for an evening ride to Highley. At Highley, visitors take a short walk to The Engine House for a concert among the locomotives, complete with...

Families follow playful elves through five interactive rooms, passages, and chambers leading to Santa's secret workshop. Visitors pass through a Naughty or Nice scanner, enjoy a cosy storytime or activities with the elves, and meet Santa Claus. Every child receives...

Visitors wander through a traditional Christmas grotto filled with festive winter scenes and surprises. Children can post their letters to Santa and mix their own reindeer food to take home for Christmas Eve. The experience includes visiting Santa in his...

Visitors begin in the North Pole Barn to decorate gingerbread biscuits before heading into a cosy grotto to meet Father Christmas. Families can stroll through the Mini Christmas Village to choose a present from the Elves Toy Shop and pick...

Passengers travel along the Severn Valley in vintage steam train carriages, seated in private compartments or reserved tables with extra space between groups. At Arley Station, guests watch a gentle, sensory-adapted performance of The Recipe for Christmas featuring Santa and...

Dogs and their adult companions take over Santa's Grotto for a dedicated festive evening. Four-legged guests can visit Santa to receive a present, decorate a dog treat, and play in an enclosed dog social area. Human visitors can enjoy wood-fired...

Visitors step back in time to meet a Roman preparing for the midwinter festival of Saturnalia. The event explores the food, gift-giving customs, and religious traditions behind these ancient Roman celebrations.

Children and families discover how the Victorians transformed holiday celebrations, from Christmas trees and cards to crackers and stockings. Participants get creative by crafting traditional Victorian Christmas decorations and festive treats. All handmade items can be taken home to decorate...

Participants construct a Christmas wreath on a willow base using provided foraged natural materials. Instructors demonstrate how to build the wreath up, allowing attendees to customize their design and incorporate additions brought from their own gardens.

Participants design and make their own personalized holiday wreath inspired by nature. The workshop is open to both beginners and experienced crafters.

Participants learn to build their own Christmas wreath using sustainable materials and locally sourced seasonal foliage under step-by-step guidance. Workshops feature a selection of ribbons and natural adornments to customize the design, along with instruction on seasonal wreath care, recycling,...

Participants create personalized Christmas wreaths inspired by nature. The workshop caters to both beginners and experienced crafters.

Visitors experience a day of high-quality jump racing featuring seven competitive Graded and Listed contests that provide insight into the Cheltenham Festival. Alongside the action on the track, the raceday offers fresh air and free family entertainment. Racegoers holding Club...

Bridgnorth invites you to celebrate the magic of Christmas 2026 with its annual lights switch-on event. This festive occasion marks the official start of the holiday season, promising a delightful experience for families. Discover a guide to local Christmas markets,...

Lace up your skates for a magical winter experience at the Cheltenham Ice Skating Rink. This popular seasonal attraction offers a fantastic opportunity to glide across the ice amidst a festive atmosphere. It's the perfect way to embrace the holiday...

Celtic Manor Resort presents Christmas and New Year celebrations with luxurious breaks, festive dining, and family activities. Offerings include Santa's Tea Party, party nights, New Year's Eve events, dining, lodge getaways, and a Peter Pan-themed package.