Tuesday 26th Sunday 24th


Christmas at Gulliver’s Be transported into a winter wonderland with a great selection of Christmas rides, shows and attractions throughout the theme park. Running until 24th December. Gulliver’s World, Warrington. W: www.gulliversfun.co.uk


Lyme’s Christmas Stories


Explore memories and stories of Christmas from Lyme’s past, through the house decorations. Lyme, Disley. Starts 23rd November and then Friday – Monday until 23rd December, plus 24th December. 11am–3pm. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk


Charity Elf Dash!


Join the Elf Dash at Gulliver’s World Warrington! £15 per person to join the Elf Dash and £5 from every ticket will be donated to Dreams Come True. Tickets include a place on the Elf Dash, theme park entry and a grotto visit to meet Father Christmas (both valid for the same day as the Elf Dash). Gulliver’s World, Warrington. W: www.gulliversfun.co.uk


Friday 29th


Yuletide at Little Moreton Hall Celebrate a Tudor Yuletide with decorations, displays and entertainment for all ages. On Fridays, try some Tudor treats. At the weekends, the Hall will come to life with live music, storytelling and jesters. Running 29th & 30th November, 1st, 6th, 7th, 8th, 13th-15th December. 11am–3.30pm. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk


Science Show: The Science of a World Heritage Site


Part of the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s #ThanksToYou celebrations. This fun and interactive, family-friendly science show last for 30–40 minutes, aimed at adults and children aged 7+. Running until 1st December. Free to National Lottery players. Jodrell Bank. W: www.jodrellbank.net


December Sunday 1st


KITE (Kids in the Environment)


Fun activities for 7-11 years discovering and exploring nature. Join in making seasonal decorations. Park Bridge Heritage Centre, Ashton under Lyne. W: www.whatson.tameside.gov.uk


A Fairytale Christmas Mansion A magical Christmas mansion themed with fairy tales and decorated with lighting and decorations. Running on selected dates until 5th January. Tatton Park. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk/christmas


Wednesday 27th


Christmas at Quarry Bank Explore Quarry Bank this Christmas with a variety of festive activities for all ages. Running until 5th January. Quarry Bank National Trust. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk


Father Christmas at Little Moreton Hall


Your session will include storytelling, activities, a private family visit to Father Christmas and a gift to take home. Also on November 30th and 1st, 6th-8th December. 11.30am-4pm. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk


Saturday 30th Father Christmas at the Farm


A holiday favourite, children can meet Father Christmas and his elf helpers along with the rare breed farmyard friends! Running December 1st, 7th/8th, 14th/15th and 21st/22nd. Tatton Park. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk/christmas


Elftastic Christmas


Christmas elf activities at Bramall Hall, Stockport. Ages 3-12. £2 per child. 12-5pm. Other dates available. W: www.stockport.gov.uk


Santa Specials at East Lancashire Railway


Start your festive celebrations in style with a steam train ride with Santa and his team of happy helpers, a Christmas tradition for many in the North West. Also on 1st, 7th-8th, 14th-15th, 19th-24th December 2019. W: www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk


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