Wigan Galleries – Visit Santa and his Elf
Date: Saturdays and Sundays 4th to 18th December 11 am – 3pm.
Location: Wigan Galleries – Woodcock Square
Possibly the last chance to see in the Galleries. Plenty of different, festive activities taking place during the month. Don’t forget to hand deliver your letter to Santa before 16th December. If Santa is away pop it in the post box. befpre the 16tth. Make sure you include your address for the reply. Each Saturday there will be Christmas crafting 11am-3pm. Each Sunday there will be glitter face painting and tattoos 11am-3pm. Look out for our entertainment acts too! As this event is expected to be busy please we aware that the queue for meeting Santa/Face Painting/Crafting may close earlier than 3pm, so pleasearrive in plenty of time to avoid disappointment.
Pemberton Christmas Market
Date: Sunday 5th December 12 – 6pm.
Location: Pemberton Masonic Hall, White Swan Pub
More Information: Click here.
Brass Band ay 3:30pm, Santa at 4 pm. Lights switch on at 4:15 pm. To help keep everyone safe, they will be asking that you wear a mask when in the Masonic Hall and enclosed spaces
Wigan and Leigh Hospice Christmas Fayre
Date: Saturday 4th December 12 – 6pm.
Price: Free
Location: Wigan and Leigh Hospice, Kildare Street Hindley
More Information: Click here.
Something for everyone; a well-loved Christmas Fayre has returned to the Hindley Hospice grounds. Stock up on Christmas gifts and goodies, raffle prizes and refreshments. You’ll also be able to see their beautiful 30-ft tall Light for a Life tree and 5000 Lights featuring 60 Christmas Trees covered in glittering lights. Get yourself in the mood for Christmas and help them raise some money so that they can continue providing vital care to local people.
Crosby Beach Sunset Nativity – Live Performance
Date: Friday and Staurday 3rd and 4th December 4pm and 6pm.
Location: Crosby Beach (end of the M58 then follow signs to Seaforth and Another Place)
Tickets: £3- £8
More Information: Click here.
In Another Places’s Live Nativity at Crosby Beach is back! Shepherds, Angels, wise men, at the beach in December…. with a real live camel? That’s exactly what you can expect, start your advent with this immersive experience of the Nativity.
The nativity story will unfold on the beach with a mass choir, dancers, and local actors, set beside the iconic iron men of Crosby beach. It features a real camel to accompany the wise men. A unique Nativity, an opportunity for a memorable Christmas, suitable for all ages. Wrap up VERY warm. Multiple thin layers are better then less thicker ones. Don’t forget socks, hats and gloves. Enjoy a sunset performance at 4pm or the night sky as our 6pm backdrop. Come and join us on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th December at 4pm and 6pm. The performance will last 45mins.
Cedar Farm Mawdesley (Near Parbold) Christmas Markets
Date: Staurdays (4th, 11th and 18th) throughout December 10am.
Price: Free
Location: Back Lane Mawdesley
An outdoor Christmas Market, every Saturday in December at Cedar Farm. Shop safely in the fresh air and fill your shopping baskets with foodie treats and gifts. The first Christmas Market is this Saturday, 4th December, running from 10am until 4pm. Home tro 33 independent shops. Children’s play area and friendly farm animals in a bautiful local rural setting. Ideal for a trip before a meal in Parbold or around.1
- Mereside Crafts
- Pepe Luis Paellas
- Tigermuffin Soaps
- Global Nomad
- Blanket Box
- Cinderbake Kitchen
- Petal and Twig
- HOOTi Hot Sauce
- The Cheese Counter
- Vicky Newcombe Cakes
- Orns Thai
- Happy Pecan
- The Farm Burscough
- Heritage Preserves
Anderton Boat Lift Free Christmas Activities
Date: weekends through December.
Location: Anderton Boat Lift Cheshire
Price: Free
More Information: Click here.
Just free festive fun weekends in December.Can you help us find the elves around the site? Write a letter to Santa and post it in our post box and then watch a special recorded message from him.Take a selfie at our selfie stand and explore the site in Christmas Bingo. All activities are free and will vary each weekend.
Family friendly visitor attraction with boat trips on the river/through the lift, treetop coffee shop, gift shop, adventure play area and grounds.
Winter Arts Market – Liverpool Cathedral
Date: Saturday 4th December 10am – 5pm.
Location: Liverpool Anglican Cathedral
More Information: Click here.
Discover the most popular craft fair in the region.Come and enjoy two mini editions featuring over 50 different stalls each day from some of the region’s best independent artists, designers, and makers. Pop along with your friends and family to shop for creative crafts, contemporary design and artisanal food at affordable prices.You’ll be able to find everything from cards, photography, ceramics and prints, to jewellery, homewares, textiles and handmade beauty products. During your visit you can explore Liverpool Cathedral, a Grade I architectural wonder and the largest cathedral in the UK and fifth largest in the world. During the market on Saturday 4th December enjoy a short Carol Service at 15:00.
Don’t miss the Welsford Bistro where you can choose from a great selection of hot food, homemade cakes and cookies, plus a wide choice of hot and cold beverages.Please note that this event is socially distanced. You’re advised to book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. There will also be a limited number of walk-up tickets available for each timeslot during the day.The last entry to the Winter Arts Market is 16:15 each day.