As the festive season approaches, Glastonbury and its surrounding areas transform into a winter wonderland filled with magical events, delightful activities, and a warm community spirit. If you’re looking to celebrate Christmas in 2024 with family and friends, there’s no shortage of excitement. Here’s a roundup of the top Christmas activities and events happening near Glastonbury this year, along with some other winter events across Somerset.
1. Glastonbury Frost Fayre & Christmas Lights Switch-On
Date: November 30, 2024
The Glastonbury Frost Fayre is an Extravaganza of Seasonal Magnificence When Our Community comes together to Celebrate ‘Peace and Goodwill to All’ at this Festive Time. Officially opened by the Mayor of Glastonbury at the Meladrone Stage (top of the High Street) at midday and enjoy all the entertainment at the 5 live stages and the all day street entertainment.More information can be found here: (https://allevents.in/glastonbury/glastonbury-frost-fayre-2024/200027433589119).
2. Ice Skating at the Clarks Village Ice Rink
Date: Open from December 1, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Fabulously festive news: the Ice Rink is back at Clarks Village for the third year running! Open from 14th November to 5th January, 2025, the spacious rink offers guests an enchanting space to go for a spin throughout the holiday season and into the New Year.
Offering a fun-filled activity come rain, snow or shine, the undercover rink will be open throughout the Christmas period until Sunday 5th January, including Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, with pre-bookable 45-minute sessions and skate hire included.
Located on the stunning grounds of the historic Alfred Gillett Trust, the Ice Rink is wheelchair-friendly and has a dedicated entrance from our Restaurant Terrace, where guests can enjoy a bite to eat or a warming drink before or after their session.
3. Santa’s Grotto
Date: November 30th – December 1st
Meet Santa as part of your visit to Glastonbury's ever popular Frost Fayre on Saturday the 30th of November or during the abbey's additional free entry day on the 1st of December. Each visit with Santa includes activities, a gift, photo opportunities and more. https://www.glastonburyabbey.com/whats-on/special-events/visit-santa-at-glastonburys-abbey-house-2.php
4. Glastonbury Tor Winter Walks
Date: Available throughout December 2024
If you prefer to bask in the beauty of nature during the winter season, don’t miss the opportunity to hike up Glastonbury Tor. The crisp December air and stunning views make for a refreshing and peaceful outing, perfect for clearing your mind and getting into the holiday spirit. More information on walking trails can be found here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/glastonbury-tor).
5. Bath Christmas Market
Date:November 21 - December 8, 2024
Just a short drive from Glastonbury, the Bath Christmas Market is one of the largest in the region. From late November until just before Christmas, the market features over 150 wooden chalets offering festive gifts, food, and drinks. More information can be found here: (https://www.bathchristmasmarket.co.uk).
6. Wells Cathedral Christmas Events
Date: Various dates throughout December 2024
Wells Cathedral hosts a variety of Christmas events, including festive services, concerts, and a traditional Christmas market. For details on their Christmas events, visit [Wells Cathedral Events: (https://www.wellscathedral.org.uk).
7. Somerset Rural Life Museum
Date: Various dates throughout December
Visit Somerset Rural Life Museum this Christmas for a traditional look at this festive period. Each day there will be a new art and craft activity for children to complete. See the website for more details of each days events: (https://swheritage.org.uk/somerset-rural-life-museum/whats-on/).
8. Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland
Date: 23rd November – 24th December
You’re invited to get into the spirit of Christmas at Wookey Hole’s Winter Wonderland.
Your adventure includes three incredible Christmas experiences wrapped up into one magical day out plus all the other activities at Wookey Hole. Special Christmas experiences are included with your Winter Wonderland ticket!
Lights
Capture the magic of 100,000 lights underground.
You’ll start with a visit to the caves where over 100,000 of lights magically illuminate the way. It’s a breath-taking Christmas light show. Best of all because it is always dark underground, even the littlest person can enjoy the twinkle, without being grouchy because it is past their bedtime.
Santa
Immerse yourself in Santa’s North Pole Grotto, where every child will get to meet Santa and take home a present from Santa’s Elves from the Toy Shop. This year the toys are extra special as they are from Ty Toys. Our traditional grotto will make kids smile, with the whimsical displays of animals and children enjoying wintry fun.Meet Santa in his Grotto in the Mill and collect a TY Toy from his elves.
Magic
You’ll also get to watch a spectacular Christmas-themed circus show, performed in the Wookey Hole Theatre as part of your experience. This year the Grinch is out to spoil the Christmas show. Will they find the Christmas spirit for the finale?
Visit the website for more details: (https://www.wookey.co.uk/winter-wonderland/ )
9. Clarks Village Christmas Market
Date: Various – see link below
Did someone say Christmas? 'Tis the season of gift-giving and the Clarks Village Festive Artisan Market is the perfect place to find unique presents and festive treats! Back and better than ever, the market will be open from Thursday 7th November to Sunday 10th November, and again from 29th November through to Christmas Eve.
Wander through a wonderland of stalls filled with handcrafted Christmas decorations, one-of-a-kind gifts, and delicious local delicacies made by our talented local artisans. Whether you're on the hunt for that perfect present or simply want to soak in the holiday cheer, our market is bursting with festive fun. And don’t forget to sprinkle a little extra magic on your visit with a spin on our enchanting ice rink, kicking off your Christmas celebrations in style! For more info visit: (https://clarksvillage.co.uk/articles/artisan-christmas-market-2024).
Make sure to mark your calendars for these festive events and enjoy the magic of the holiday season in Glastonbury and beyond!
About Us:
Jabberwocky Childrens Nursery is a Nursery and Preschool dedicated to providing the best that an Early Years setting has to offer in a colourful, spacious, purpose built environment. We believe in creating magical places for children and engaging children’s curiosity and imagination to inspire lifelong learning in a safe, loving, enabling environment. We embrace the fact that all children are unique and special and we strive to offer a programme of care and education that not only ensures children experience all areas of the ‘Foundation Stage Framework’ but that also appeals to every kind of learner.
Jabberwocky is easy to get to from Street and also Glastonbury, Butleigh and Meare. So if you are looking for a Day Nursery in Street or looking for a Day Nursery in Glastonbury or other local Mendip Somerset towns then please come and see us!
Visit the Jabberwocky Nursery website at: www.jabberwockynursery.co.uk
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