A Magical Christmas Adventure Begins... Join us at Nene Valley Railway for a festive experience like no other – the return of our much-loved Christmas at the Railway! Climb aboard for a heartwarming adventure full of sparkle, surprises and festive cheer, perfect for the whole family. Santa's Reindeer Rescue Start the magic with the cheerful elf... Read more »
Escape for a morning of festive wreath-making in the peaceful surroundings of The Loft, tucked away in our upper courtyard. Led by our in-house florist Charlotte Cotterill, this relaxed and welcoming workshop is suitable for all skill levels—whether you’re experienced, or trying your hand at wreath-making for the first time. Charlotte will guide you step... Read more »
Escape for an afternoon of festive wreath-making in the peaceful surroundings of The Loft, tucked away in our upper courtyard. Led by our in-house florist Charlotte Cotterill, this relaxed and welcoming workshop is suitable for all skill levels—whether you’re experienced, or trying your hand at wreath-making for the first time. Charlotte will guide you step... Read more »
Create your very own Rockingham Wreath. Back by popular demand, we are hosting four Christmas Wreath making workshops across two days held here at Rockingham Castle. Held in Walker’s House Tea Room, our gardens team will guide you through every step of the process and help you create a beautiful, seasonal decoration to add more... Read more »
Maria from The Flower Patch theflowerpatch.co.uk will teach you how to create your own beautiful flower arrangement to adorn your Christmas dining table or mantle shelf. Learn eco-friendly, no floral foam techniques to make the base, use fresh garden greenery and dried flowers to ensure your arrangement lasts over the Christmas period. All materials and equipment provided,... Read more »
Vicky Daws from Inviting Writing will teach you the basics of calligraphy and how to adapt your skills to rounded surfaces, and by the end of the workshop, you’ll have your own custom baubles—perfect to keep or give as gifts. You’ll also learn how to handle difficult surfaces with ease. Vicky will share tips and... Read more »
🎄✨ We are so excited to welcome @perfect.pony.parties back to @spanhoelodge for our magical Santa’s Grotto! ✨🎄 Join us for festive fun on: 📅 6th December - 1pm - 3pm 📅 20th December - 2pm - 5pm Bring the family for a truly enchanting experience meet Santa, enjoy Tinkerbell , and soak up the Christmas magic! 🎅🐴❄️ We can’t... Read more »
Enjoy a magical walk around the farm under the twinkling Christmas lights ✨ Warm up with marshmallow toasting, and don’t forget to bring your torches! 🔦 We’ll be serving: 🍷 Mulled wine 🥧 Mince pies ☕ Hot chocolate 🍪 Cookies A cosy, festive evening for all the family — we can’t wait to see you!... Read more »
Festive Cocktail Making Workshop – Ovation Wine & Spirit Bar This holiday season, join Ovation for their festive cocktail-making workshop and celebrate in style. Learn to mix and shake like a pro, then enjoy the delicious cocktails you’ve just created.
We’re now taking bookings for Breakfast with Santa 2025! Santa will be visiting us here at Ferneley’s throughout December🐮 All prices include your chosen breakfast, festive table decorations including crackers, poppers & sweets, a visit to Santa’s grotto, a gift from Santa & a round of golf (weather permitting). Booking is required. To book, please... Read more »
Create a beautiful felted bag that will last forever! Choose colours from Glenys's amazing stash of merino wool and silks to make a bag that will the envy of your friends. 1-4pm £30 per person. Workshop Leader Glenys Sandham
With Artist Kate Morrell What better way to spend your afternoon than surrounded with fresh seasonal foliage, sweet scented oranges and the warmth and comfort of mulled wine and mince pies! In our heated Potting Shed create your own Luxury Christmas Wreath using fresh ingredients in abundance and a sprinkle of Christmas Cheer! Your Wreath... Read more »
Spend a festive morning with head chef Dean. Learn back-to-basics methods, seasonal sourcing and time-saving tips during an interactive two-hour demo. Afterwards enjoy a three-course lunch based on the dishes you’ve seen, and take home recipe sheets. At a glance• Coffee: 10:00am• Demonstration: 10:30am• Lunch: 12:30pm MenuVenison tartare, English cep, dark chocolate, smoked oak—Roasted Gressingham... Read more »
Join Rutland Farm Park to create a beautiful Christmas wreath using fresh vegetation gathered from the farm’s woodland. Fun, festive activity perfect for all skill levels.
Festive Candle Workshop - Rutland Garden Village candle making, learn all about waxes, temperatures, fragrances and all things candles! On the day you will make a 160g soy wax candle and a large heart soy wax melt which you will be able to take home with you at the end of the workshop. All materials... Read more »
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our Wreath Making Workshop for the 2nd year. It will be held at All Saints Church Hall, towards the back of the Church Street car park. After last year’s wonderful turnout and festive fun, we can’t wait to welcome you all back to create beautiful, handmade wreaths together.... Read more »
With Artist Kate Morrell What better way to spend your afternoon than surrounded with fresh seasonal foliage, sweet scented oranges and the warmth and comfort of mulled wine and mince pies! In our heated Potting Shed create your own Luxury Christmas Wreath using fresh ingredients in abundance and a sprinkle of Christmas Cheer! Your Wreath... Read more »
Enjoy a magical walk around the farm under the twinkling Christmas lights ✨ Warm up with marshmallow toasting, and don’t forget to bring your torches! 🔦 We’ll be serving: 🍷 Mulled wine 🥧 Mince pies ☕ Hot chocolate 🍪 Cookies A cosy, festive evening for all the family — we can’t wait to see you!... Read more »
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Calla Crafts and Obsidian Butterfly are proud to bring details of our forthcoming silversmithing classes. All classes are for all levels, including absolute beginner. Beginners usually start with a pendant. You will learn to saw, file, drill, texture, acid etch, solder with a blow torch and polish. More advanced students can... Read more »
A classical Christmas concert A classical Christmas concert performed in the intimate setting of the family Chapel within Burghley House. Enjoy the magic of traditional festive pieces performed by the exceptional Cantus Choir and string quartet, directed and conducted by Alwyn Pollard. During the interval retreat to Burghley’s beautiful Tudor kitchen to enjoy mulled wine... Read more »
Carols in the grandeur of the Great Hall Enjoy a traditional carol concert in the magnificent oak-panelled Great Hall. With its double hammer-beam ceiling and stunning Tudor fireplace, the Great Hall is an exquisite setting for an evening full of Christmas cheer. Hear your favourite carols and Christmas music performed by the Cantus Choir and... Read more »
Come and meet the Royal Families Santa and have a magical afternoon making memories with your little ones and family members. Adults £19.95 / Children £16.95. Book your places below with a £10 deposit per person. Please note deposits are non-refundable. Children’s Afternoon Tea (12 and under) £16.95 Plain ham and cheese sandwiches Carrot and... Read more »
Come and meet the Royal Families Santa and have a magical afternoon making memories with your little ones and family members. Adults £19.95 / Children £16.95. Book your places below with a £10 deposit per person. Please note deposits are non-refundable. Children’s Afternoon Tea (12 and under) £16.95 Plain ham and cheese sandwiches Carrot and... Read more »
🎄 THE CHRISTMAS QUIZ 🎄 On The evening on Friday the 19th at 7PM Fancy doing something different for your work party ? Join us! Friends and family get together? nothing better than a little healthy competition 😉
Santa is returning to Wymondham Windmill this December, bringing with him a brand-new festive winter story to share! From Saturday 20th to Wednesday 24th December 2025, children and families are invited to join Santa in his beautiful grotto for a unique and interactive Christmas experience. With festive crafts, tasty seasonal treats, and of course plenty of time for photos... Read more »
🎄✨ We are so excited to welcome @perfect.pony.parties back to @spanhoelodge for our magical Santa’s Grotto! ✨🎄 Join us for festive fun on: 📅 6th December - 1pm - 3pm 📅 20th December - 2pm - 5pmBring the family for a truly enchanting experience meet Santa, enjoy Tinkerbell , and soak up the Christmas magic! 🎅🐴❄️We can’t wait to... Read more »
Create a Beautiful Christmas Table Centrepiece Join our small and welcoming workshop for a festive hour of creativity, where you’ll design and build a stunning foliage arrangement to elevate your Christmas dining table. With gentle guidance from our horticultural team throughout, you’ll craft your own Christmas Table Centrepiece using seasonal natural foliage, stylish decorations and... Read more »
Enjoy a magical walk around the farm under the twinkling Christmas lights ✨ Warm up with marshmallow toasting, and don’t forget to bring your torches! 🔦 We’ll be serving: 🍷 Mulled wine 🥧 Mince pies ☕ Hot chocolate 🍪 Cookies A cosy, festive evening for all the family — we can’t wait to see you!... Read more »
SongBird Survival's National Robin Day is coming on 21st December National Robin Day is to raise awareness of the challenges that birds, such as robins and other wildlife, face during the cold winter season. As temperatures fall and natural food becomes scarce. it can be very hard for songbirds to survive day-to-day. Create a home for... Read more »
Create a Beautiful Christmas Table Centrepiece Join our small and welcoming workshop for a festive hour of creativity, where you’ll design and build a stunning foliage arrangement to elevate your Christmas dining table. With gentle guidance from our horticultural team throughout, you’ll craft your own Christmas Table Centrepiece using seasonal natural foliage, stylish decorations and... Read more »
Create a Beautiful Christmas Table Centrepiece Join our small and welcoming workshop for a festive hour of creativity, where you’ll design and build a stunning foliage arrangement to elevate your Christmas dining table. With gentle guidance from our horticultural team throughout, you’ll craft your own Christmas Table Centrepiece using seasonal natural foliage, stylish decorations and... Read more »
Make your Christmas Eve extra special with a visit to Rutland Farm Park. 🚜 🎄 🎅 🌟 SPECIAL CHRISTMAS EVE EVENT 🌟 🎄 Children's craft session including a hot chocolate, Christmas cookie and a helium balloon to take home 🎄 Bag of animal feed included 🎄 Christmas games & colouring in the Pig Sty 🎄... Read more »
Take to the regulator, and drive and fire "78019" This exciting package includes theory and practical driving of 78019 during which you will receive one hour's tuition and one hour on the footplate of 78019 without rolling stock. During the hour on the footplate, two of you will take turns to drive and fire the locomotive... Read more »
The Winter Jolly Fisherman Fish & Chips service hauled by 78019 Saturday 3rd January 2026 When check-in opens at 18:00, The Fenman hauled by 78019 will be simmering in the platform for you to view, visit the footplate and take photographs. At 7pm the whistle will sound and the train will depart for Peterborough. Relax in your seat and enjoy drinks from... Read more »
Blow Away the Post-Christmas Cobwebs! Sunday 4th January 2026 Join us this festive season for our steam-heated services, hauled by Standard 2 No. 78019. Step aboard, keep warm, and enjoy a nostalgic winter journey along the Nene Valley Railway. What’s On: Steam-heated services hauled by 78019 running to our Silver Timetable Join the train at any of our stations... Read more »