Christmas markets, lights switch-ons, Santa's grottos, pantomimes, carol concerts and festive days out, gathered in one place. From town-centre switch-ons and craft fairs to winter light trails and steam-train Santa specials, here's what's on near you this Christmas, with dates, times and prices so you can plan the season.
Friday morning in Chertsey
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· 10:00 – 17:00
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
Do your Christmas shopping in Henry VIII's palace. The Festive Fayre fills Hampton Court's historic setting with stalls of artisan gifts, decorations, festive food and drink over two December weekends.
Browse handmade crafts, pick up seasonal treats and warm up with something mulled as you wander, with the Tudor palace and its riverside gardens as a stunning backdrop. It makes a lovely day out combined with a visit to the palace itself.
Runs 10am to 5pm on 4 to 6 and 11 to 13 December. Ticketed, so book in advance.
Friday afternoon in Chertsey
1
· 10:00 – 17:00
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
Do your Christmas shopping in Henry VIII's palace. The Festive Fayre fills Hampton Court's historic setting with stalls of artisan gifts, decorations, festive food and drink over two December weekends.
Browse handmade crafts, pick up seasonal treats and warm up with something mulled as you wander, with the Tudor palace and its riverside gardens as a stunning backdrop. It makes a lovely day out combined with a visit to the palace itself.
Runs 10am to 5pm on 4 to 6 and 11 to 13 December. Ticketed, so book in advance.