Yeovil Other Christmas Activities 2026

Guests board a festively decorated carriage pulled by a heritage diesel locomotive for a short journey to Santa's workshop, accompanied by cheerful elves. Following the train ride, visitors step into Santa's grotto inside the former Great Western Railway Transfer Shed,...

Children can meet Santa alongside his wife during their festive visit to the station. Every visiting child receives a gift to celebrate the season. Proceeds from the visits support the ongoing development and maintenance of the railway.

Residents and visitors gather to celebrate the town's Christmas lights switch-on and a vibrant procession of illuminated handmade lanterns. Marking its tenth anniversary, the parade features curious creations inspired by Alice in Wonderland. A food court set up in the...

Spectators gather along Weymouth Harbour to watch participants take a cold-water swim. The popular holiday event is organised and hosted by the Weymouth and Portland Lions Clubs.

Visitors participate in a service featuring readings, traditional congregational carols, and choral music for the Advent season. The service also includes the premiere performance of the winning composition from the Cathedral's Advent Carol Competition.

Visitors can sing along to traditional carol favourites performed live by the Wessex Military Band on the courtyard outside the café. Father Christmas joins the band to spread festive cheer. Guests can also walk and explore the full illuminated winter...

Visitors can take their four-legged companions for a seasonal walk around the Subtropical Gardens. Guests and their pets can visit the Café to meet Santa Claus and pose for a festive holiday photo. Dressing dogs in festive outfits is encouraged.

Guests gather in the cafe to work on their knitting, crochet, or craft projects while enjoying a conversation with Father Christmas. Attendees can also take the opportunity to explore the winter subtropical gardens.

Participants gather in the historic vaulted Undercroft at The Bishop's Palace for a creative festive session led by artist Gemma Lane of Green Fox Workshops. Attendees explore fun experimental watercolour techniques to craft custom Christmas cards. All art materials are...

Participants join Julia Langley from Sewing Box Somerset for a beginner-friendly craft session creating a keepsake Christmas jumper tree decoration. The workshop teaches simple embroidery stitches and easy hand-sewing techniques to assemble the festive ornament. Crafters can relax with a...

Participants join Julia Langley from Sewing Box Somerset for a festive holiday craft workshop to create decorative gingerbread bunting. The session uses simple embroidery stitches and accessible hand-sewing techniques to make a seasonal keepsake. All crafting materials are provided along...

Participants create their own sustainable, fully compostable festive wreath guided by local florist Jan of Blue Shed Flowers. The hands-on session uses farm willow to build a natural base, decorated with a variety of materials foraged from hedgerows and gardens....

Children gather inside the Old Barn for a seasonal story read by Father Christmas and Mrs Claus. Afterward, families take photos with Father Christmas while children enjoy a handmade gingerbread man. Every child receives a copy of the storybook read...

Visitors can glide across an outdoor real ice rink surrounded by festive twinkling lights and music in Royal Victoria Park. Spectators and skaters can warm up at the heated Moguls Alpine Bar, offering hot chocolates, mulled drinks, and hot food...

Visitors gather in Wareham to celebrate the season and watch Santa arrive by landing on the roof of The Red Lion Hotel. Santa waves to children and parents gathered below before making his descent down the chimney. The celebration also...

Passengers embark on a scenic round-trip heritage train journey, enjoying a mince pie or festive biscuit while Santa walks through the carriages to greet everyone. At the terminus stops, guests have opportunities to step out and watch the crew run...

Passengers board festively decorated heritage carriages for a steam-hauled journey through the Quantock Hills from Bishops Lydeard to Williton and back. Festive refreshments and a gift from Santa await at each table upon departure. During the ride, Santa visits each...

Festive visitors board a train at Lakeside Station to travel to Kingsmere Station while enjoying Christmas music and twinkling lights. Upon arrival, guests can wander through a Winter Wonderland and meet Santa in his cosy railway grotto. The experience includes...

Visitors can wander through the Magical Christmas Barn to meet festive elves and see Farmer Christmas in his living room. Children can swap their experience card for a special gift from Ye Olde Toy Shoppe. Families can also visit the...

Riders slide down the outdoor slope on Zibob toboggans beneath 10,000 sparkling fairy lights, dancing lasers, festive tunes, and falling snow from a snow machine. Afterwards, an instructor leads guests down a woodland trail to a sheltered grotto to gather...

Visitors have the opportunity to step inside the cockpits of selected helicopters from the collection. Guests can climb aboard, put on a pilot's helmet, and have the aircraft controls explained by an experienced guide. The event is held alongside the...

The Bath Townhouse hosts an evening of live music by One Eyed Man to mark the opening of the city's Christmas Market. Visitors gather inside the venue to enjoy the festive musical entertainment.

Audiences settle into a cosy Christmas world as unwrapped parcels reveal crinkly paper, twinkling lights, festive music, and playful surprises. After the performance concludes, babies and their grown-ups are invited to stay, dance, explore, and play together.

Participants learn the basics of designing, carving, and hand printing with lino to produce handmade Christmas cards. Designed for adults, the session covers safe handling and carving techniques with no prior experience needed. Attendees are served tea or coffee alongside...

Participants create a custom festive bauble during an artist-led painting session hosted with Paint & PomPom. All painting materials and equipment are provided, and guests take their finished baubles home. Attendees receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco or a non-alcoholic...

Led by the team from Paint & Pom, attendees craft artificial Christmas wreaths designed to keep for future seasons. The workshop provides all necessary materials along with a mince pie and a glass of mulled wine.

Participants create their own designs on pre-cut flat glass, choosing between making two festive items—a Christmas tree and a bauble—or a single piece melted over a mould into a double curve. Instructors demonstrate basic glass-cutting techniques and provide photo inspiration...

Participants design and assemble a festive door wreath using blue spruce, seasonal foliage, cones, berries, dried fruits, and seasonal textures. Guided instruction, tools, and all materials are included. Attendees are served mulled wine and light festive nibbles during the session.

Participants create a Christmas mantle arrangement or tablescape centerpiece using natural seasonal foliage textures. The session is held in a smaller group setting to allow dedicated workspace for each design. Tuition, crafting materials, and light refreshments are provided.

Elves guide visitors through the illuminated tunnels and passageways of the underground caves. Children can make hands-on festive crafts inside the Elf Workshop before meeting Santa Claus in his grotto to receive an eco-friendly gift. The journey concludes with a...

Father Christmas visits the Subtropical Gardens to meet children in his woodland cabin grotto and give gifts.

Step into a world of festive wonder at Space Adventurers for their Christmas Elf School and Grotto. Children can enroll in the Elf School to learn holiday crafts and magic, and then visit a captivating Christmas Grotto. This unique experience...

Bring the whole family to The Museum of Somerset for a festive celebration of Christmas and the New Year. Engage in delightful activities like decorating a plate for Santa, embarking on a special New Year trail, and creating your own...

Step into a winter wonderland at Bristol Zoo's Santa's Grotto. Children can visit Santa Claus himself, with time slots available for booking online. The zoo will be adorned with festive lights, and you can meet Santa's reindeer. Enjoy seasonal treats...

Embark on a magical holiday adventure with Bristol Ferry Boats' 'Sail with Santa' event. This unique experience offers a festive boat trip along Bristol Harbour, where families can meet Santa himself. It's a charming way to celebrate the season and...