Thornaby-on-Tees Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors step back in time along a cobbled Victorian street transformed with twinkling lights, festive garlands, and decorated shopfronts. Families can enjoy live performances from local community choirs, create handmade decorations and reindeer food at craft stations, and practice traditional...

Visitors can take a stroll through the Winter Wonderland to meet festive characters such as Mrs Claus, the Ice Queen, Santa, and his elves. Families can create holiday keepsakes at the craft station and complete a twinkling Christmas trail to...

Visitors begin the evening exploring a Christmas mini-market before taking in a show of light and seasonal sounds from the Cantabile choir. The festive event also features mulled wine and mince pies in the cathedral setting.

Participants gather for a relaxed night of festive crafting to create handmade holiday wreaths. Guests can get into the Christmas spirit while enjoying mulled wine in the cathedral setting.

Visitors can wander through the Durham Cathedral Cloisters to discover a colourful display of Christmas trees. Each tree is decorated by a local organisation and tells its own unique story. The festival brings light and joy to the season, offering...

Ormesby Hall is transformed into a world of storytelling, with rooms dressed to capture the spirit of classic fairy tales. Visitors can wander through the sparkling frost of The Snow Queen’s Realm, join Alice’s Wonderland Tea Party, and explore The...

Visitors attend a traditional service of Bible readings, psalms, and prayers. The choir sings throughout the service, accompanied by organ music.

Footmen guide visitors up to the decorated castle adorned with twinkling lights and shimmering baubles before they climb the Grand Staircase. Inside the magnificent Barons' Hall, families gather for an interactive performance filled with singing, storytelling, and laughter with Father...

Visitors can experience an evening of seasonal celebrations featuring late-night shopping, a Christmas light switch-on, and fireworks. Roaming performers bring festive cheer across the park, including characters such as the Grinch, Buddy the Elf, The Gingerbread Man, Elf saxophonists, and...

Celebrate the festive period and the town's Christmas lights at this annual holiday gathering. The event features stalls, Santa's sleigh, presents from Santa, and free rides for children.

This festive family service includes the lighting of the Christmas tree, the singing of traditional carols, and the blessing of the cathedral's crib scene by the Dean. The unique nativity set features North East mining heritage details, including a pit...

Gather for a traditional Christmas service of Matins, also known as Morning Prayer. The worship features choral music sung by the Cathedral Choir and a sermon celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.

Congregants take part in a traditional service featuring prayers, Bible readings, hymns, and choral music. Bread and wine are offered to God in thanksgiving and received back as the body and blood of Christ. The service lasts for approximately one...

The annual Light up a Life service offers an opportunity for the community to come together to remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones. Attendees experience a reflective cathedral service that includes viewing the book of remembrance and lighting...

Step inside the beautifully decorated Yuletide Yurt at Raby Castle, surrounded by sparkling lights and holiday decorations. Families enjoy a heart-warming festive encounter with Mr and Mrs Claus. Each child is called individually and receives a special gift directly from...

This service celebrates the visit of the Magi to the Christ-child, commemorating the moment God’s glory was revealed to the nations. During the worship, gifts representing gold, frankincense, and myrrh are offered at the cathedral's nativity scene. The service marks...

Participants craft a bespoke holiday wreath under the guidance of floral designer Deborah from Periwinkle Barn. Attendees work with a rich selection of natural materials, including fragrant evergreens, seasonal berries, and finishing accents like a velvet bow and bell. Set...

Visitors begin their North Pole adventure in the reindeer stables, where children meet Reindeer Ronnie and mix a bag of reindeer food to take home. Families then visit Santa in his cosy living room for a personal meeting and photo...

Led by Deborah of Periwinkle Barn, participants design and craft their own festive door swag as an elegant alternative to a traditional wreath. Swags are made using fragrant pine, spruce, cypress, and natural seasonal foliage, finished with a luxury ribbon...

Guests roll up their sleeves for a hands-on culinary demonstration inside Raby Castle's Medieval Kitchen. Estate Chef Tom Parry guides participants through the process of making a traditional Christmas pudding from scratch. Participants assemble their mixture to create a delicious...

Children can gather in a group setting for a meet and greet and cosy bedtime story reading with Santa. During an intermission in the storytelling, every child is served a hot chocolate and biscuit supper. After the story concludes, elves...

Set inside the glasshouse Conservatory, this festive floristry workshop guides participants in crafting a fresh foliage garland. Working under the guidance of Deborah from Periwinkle Barn, attendees design a decorative display using fragrant evergreens, seasonal greenery, berries, and ribbons. The...

Families gather in a warm, welcoming setting to enjoy a festive tea together. Children meet Santa in a friendly group session where they can share their holiday wishes and experience North Pole magic. Santa spends dedicated time with each group...

Join floral designer Deborah from Periwinkle Barn in the Conservatory to craft a traditional wreath designed to hold Advent candles, set against views of the Walled Gardens. Participants assemble fresh evergreen foliage, winter textures, cones, berries, dried fruits, ribbons, and...

Hosted in the Conservatory with scenic views across the Walled Gardens, this hands-on workshop invites participants to plant a decorative bowl of fragrant Paperwhite narcissi. Guided by Deborah from Periwinkle Barn, attendees layer bulbs with moss, winter foliage, and natural...

Guests learn how to transform dining tables into seasonal showpieces during a hands-on floristry session. Deborah of Periwinkle Barn demonstrates how to build a festive table centrepiece alongside delicate bud vase arrangements, offering guidance on combining colours, textures, and natural...

Guests join The Christie Murder Club, an amateur group of Agatha Christie devotees who dress as their favorite detectives to solve an unsolved case. As the investigation unfolds, the mystery turns dangerous when someone attempts to keep the killer's identity...

Children step into the festive Bear Factory to bring a cuddly companion to life. Little makers stuff their own 8-inch teddy bear, make a magical Christmas wish, and design a personalised T-shirt to dress their brand-new friend.

Guests gather around a crackling fire to enjoy an afternoon festive lunch with wine. The experience includes a live performance of traditional Christmas carols sung by a duo.

Guests visit Pottery Palace to paint and personalise their own Christmas Eve plate for Santa and his reindeer. Participants can decorate their plate with festive colours, snowflakes, stars, candy canes, or any design of their choice. After painting, the venue...

Children participate in a hands-on festive crafting session to design a personalized Christmas keepsake bauble. Using their own fingerprints, they can paint characters like Santa, an elf, Rudolph the reindeer, or a snowy Christmas scene. Little crafters will also construct...

Participants learn to create their own handmade Christmas decorations guided by the college's experienced floristry team. The practical workshop requires no prior experience, welcoming all skill levels to craft seasonal pieces.

Participants learn how to assemble their own Christmas wreath with hands-on guidance from the college's experienced floristry team. The session accommodates all skill levels, with no previous crafting or floristry experience required.

Participants make one candle and one glass diffuser using a selection of holiday scents. The session covers wax selection, wicking, and fragrance blending. All necessary craft supplies and personal protective equipment are provided.

Children can create their very own chocolate advent calendar using a mix of milk, white, and dark chocolate. They decorate their treats with a variety of festive Christmas toppings to make them colorful and fun. While the creations chill and...

Families gather at Andrews House Station for an intimate storytelling session with Mrs Claus featuring Christmas tales. Children can visit Santa Claus inside his decorated workshop and grotto to receive a gift and take part in North Pole activities. The...

Children can meet Santa Claus, share their holiday wish lists, and receive a surprise gift to take home. The kids' menu features themed dishes such as shaped pancakes, classic cooked breakfasts, and plant-based alternatives alongside drinks like luxury hot chocolate....

Participants finger-knit Mammoth Acrylic Wool onto a 12-inch wire frame using only their hands. The finished wreath is decorated with a chunky woollen bow and berries to take home. Attendees are also served tea or coffee along with a Christmas...

Guests enjoy an overnight stay in Causey Cottage, surrounded by twinkling lights, garland-draped fireplaces, exposed rustic beams, and a dressed Christmas tree. The accommodation features a fully equipped kitchen, an inviting living space, a private bedroom, and an outdoor private...

Participants craft their own holiday wreath to take home. The hands-on workshop is geared toward mums and welcomes all skill levels with no prior crafting experience needed.

Experience the invigorating Redcar Rotary Boxing Day Dip, a cherished tradition since 1969. Hundreds of brave participants take a plunge into the North Sea to raise funds for various charities. Spectators can enjoy the spectacle of this unique community event....

All aboard for a magical Christmas journey on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Wensleydale Railway. This highly-rated, immersive theatrical experience brings the beloved film to life with costumed characters, hot chocolate, cookies, and a special visit from Santa Claus...

Frosts Garden Centre holds 'Santa Paws at Willington' for dogs and owners. Attendees meet an elf, prepare a treat bag in the reindeer stables, and dogs receive a gift from Santa Claus.

The Festive Friends Fun Run encourages participants to walk, run, or skip a chosen route in December to raise funds for St Cuthbert's Hospice. Schools, groups, and workplaces can participate and receive festive accessories and promotional materials.

A wreath-making workshop guides participants in crafting Christmas door wreaths with fresh, seasonal materials. The workshop includes prosecco and a mince pie.

St Cuthbert's Hospice offers a Christmas tree recycling collection service for a suggested donation to ensure sustainable recycling and reduce landfill waste. The service supports the hospice's care mission.

Join an enchanting Christmas adventure with Sid Silly Socks and friends in this interactive story event. Children will embark on a magical trail, discover hidden items, and get creative making their own festive cards. Designed for ages 4 and up,...

Unleash your inner decorator at the South Causey Inn's Gingerbread House Workshops. Guests will receive a pre-built gingerbread house and a delightful array of festive candies, icings, and edible decorations to create their own masterpiece. It's a perfect way to...

Add a touch of homemade charm to your Christmas by crafting a personalized wreath at South Causey Inn. This festive workshop includes all fresh materials, expert instruction, and a welcome drink with a mince pie, all within a cosy, twinkling...