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Grand Old Christmas Festival

Visitors can experience an old-fashioned Christmas featuring carriage rides, pioneer activities, and warm chestnuts. Santa will be on hand to greet guests, and visitors can browse around for Christmas shopping. Arabella's Tea Room is also open during the event for guests to enjoy classic Christmas pudding and sauce.

Sun, Dec 6, 2026 Free admission for all.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

12 - 4 p.m.

Food & Drink

Enjoy warm chestnuts and classic Christmas pudding with sauce at Arabella's Tea Room.

Location

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and fans of old-fashioned christmas celebrations

Vibe

Nostalgic and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Make time for both the carriage rides and pioneer activities, alongside the Christmas shopping and Santa visit.
  • Visit Arabella’s Tea Room during the festival if you want to enjoy its classic Christmas pudding and sauce.
  • Warm chestnuts are part of the festival, so leave room to enjoy them alongside the Tea Room offering.
  • Keep the festival distinct from Arabella’s Pudding and Sauce Week, which is a separate event on other days.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free admission for all.
  • Santa will be at the festival on the first Sunday in December.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors do at the Grand Old Christmas Festival?

The festival features carriage rides, pioneer activities, warm chestnuts, Christmas shopping and Santa.

Is admission free?

Yes, admission is free for everyone.

Can I get Christmas pudding at the festival?

Arabella’s Tea Room invites visitors to enjoy classic Christmas pudding and sauce during the festival.

Is Arabella’s Pudding and Sauce Week part of the festival?

No. It is a separate event at Arabella’s Tea Room, running on different days.

Is there an age limit for the festival?

The event page does not state an age limit.

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