Christmas Lantern Tours with Andy Skinner
Led by guide Andy Skinner, visitors embark on a lantern-lit festive walking tour through Southampton's Old Town. The experience uncovers local holiday history, exploring festive songs from the city, Jane Austen's Christmas celebrations, and the story of Christmas 1945. Along the way, the tour delves underground into hidden medieval vaults.
Sat, Dec 19, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Adult ticket: £10.00. Accompanying children under 16 years are free.
Hours
6pm - 7.30pm.
Accessibility
This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book tickets ahead, as the event page showed only a limited number of adult tickets available.
- Bring a torch for the lantern-lit walk and the underground vaults.
- Wear sensible shoes for the walking route through the Old Town and vaults.
- Children under 16 must attend with an adult, so arrange an accompanying adult for each child.
- Be prepared for a possible short-notice cancellation or postponement in adverse weather; cancelled sessions receive a full refund.
Special Events & Promotions
- Accompanying children under 16 attend free.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the tour, and what are the age requirements?
The tour is designed for all ages. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and accompanying children under 16 are free.
What will the tour cover?
Guide Andy Skinner explores Southampton’s Old Town, including local festive songs, Jane Austen’s Christmas, Christmas 1945, and hidden medieval vaults.
What should I bring and wear?
Bring a torch and wear sensible shoes.
Is the tour suitable for visitors with mobility issues?
No. The tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
What happens if the weather is poor or I cannot attend?
In adverse weather, the tour may be cancelled or postponed at short notice; cancellations receive a full refund. Tickets are otherwise non-refundable, though you can ask about transferring yours to a friend.
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