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.
Saturday afternoon in Maidenhead
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· 13:00 – 19:00
Windsor Christmas Lights Switch-on
Few places do a Christmas lights switch-on quite like Windsor, where the festive celebrations take place on Castle Hill beneath the walls of Windsor Castle.
From 1pm, enjoy carol-singing choirs, fairground rides and market stalls selling gifts and seasonal treats, before the cast of the Theatre Royal pantomime flicks the switch and the town lights up. The atmosphere is wonderfully festive, with the castle as the most spectacular of backdrops.
Free to attend. Arrive early for a good spot, as it gets busy.
Saturday evening in Maidenhead
1
· 13:00 – 19:00
Windsor Christmas Lights Switch-on
Few places do a Christmas lights switch-on quite like Windsor, where the festive celebrations take place on Castle Hill beneath the walls of Windsor Castle.
From 1pm, enjoy carol-singing choirs, fairground rides and market stalls selling gifts and seasonal treats, before the cast of the Theatre Royal pantomime flicks the switch and the town lights up. The atmosphere is wonderfully festive, with the castle as the most spectacular of backdrops.
Free to attend. Arrive early for a good spot, as it gets busy.