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Your Christmas at a glance Coast 4
Moors 6
Heart 10
Dales 18
Lights, pantomimes and seaside traditions
Steam trains, stately homes and festive music
Light trails, theatre and market town festivities
Switch-ons, winter walks and festive music
Shopping & Christmas Markets 22
Where to find Father Christmas 26
Find unique gifts at artisan markets
Visit Santa and his merry helpers
Festive Food and Drink 29
Getting around North Yorkshire 31
Warming treats and local produce
Plan your visit
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CHRISTMAS ON THE COAST
PUSS IN BOOTS
5 – 31 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) A panto with a Christmas twist, with colourful costumes, catchy songs and plenty of laughs.
HAIRY BOB’S CHRISTMAS JUMPER
16 – 23 DECEMBER Songs and silliness for under 6s, featuring Hairy Bob, a mysteriously magic gnome. STEPHEN JOSEPH THEATRE
FILEY FISHTIVE TREE
COAST
27 – 29 NOVEMBER · FREE Scarborough Open Air Theatre is transformed into a festive wonderland. Warm up in the Tipi bar, follow the lantern parade, meet Father Christmas and enjoy the fairground. Scarborough Sparkle
SCARBOROUGH LIGHTS
11 NOVEMBER – 20 DECEMBER See Scarborough sparkle and shine with light installations, illuminations of the town’s iconic landmarks, and take part in free light-based activities for all the family. SCARBOROUGH TOWN CENTRE
ROBIN HOOD AND THE BABES IN THE WOOD AT SCARBOROUGH SPA
4 DECEMBER – 3 JANUARY 2027 (SELECTED DATES) A magical panto complete with sparkly costumes and catchy songs, guaranteed to get you in the festive spirit. SCARBOROUGH SPA
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SCARBOROUGH SPARKLE
Christmas on the Coast
SCARBOROUGH OPEN AIR THEATRE
SCARBOROUGH FISHERMAN VS FIREMAN FOOTBALL MATCH & RAFT RACE
26 DECEMBER | 10AM · FREE Cheer on the football match before the colourful fancy-dress raft race takes to the water in this annual tradition. SCARBOROUGH SOUTH BAY
FILEY
C H R IS T M A S IN W H IT B Y
WHITBY LION’S BOXING DAY DIP
26 DECEMBER | 10AM – 12PM · FREE Take a refreshing dip in support of good causes, or spectate as hardy swimmers brave the North Sea in fancy dress.
COAST
C HR IST M A S I N SCARB OROUGH
5 DECEMBER | FROM 5PM · FREE A unique tree of crab and lobster pots celebrating the coast’s fishing heritage, topped with a leaping salmon — stay for the dazzling fireworks.
WHITBY BANDSTAND
WHITBY KRAMPUS RUN
5 – 6 DECEMBER · FREE The mythical Krampus, St Nicholas and a host of colourful characters take to the streets in this European Christmas tradition blended with local folklore. WHITBY
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Christmas Highlight
PICKERING CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
28 NOVEMBER | 2PM – 6PM · FREE The lights switch-on in the market place, with fairground rides, stalls, entertainment and Father Christmas. PICKERING
CHRISTMAS ON THE NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY
THORNTON-LE-DALE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
CHRISTMAS NORTH YORKSHIRE PULLMAN
24 NOVEMBER – 3 JANUARY 2027 (SELECTED DATES) Start with mulled wine and a mince pie before a festive menu on board, travelling between Pickering and Goathland.
THORNTON-LE-DALE
LANTERN PROCESSION AND CAROL SERVICE AT AMPLEFORTH ABBEY
MOORS
6 DECEMBER | 4PM – 5PM · FREE A lantern procession from Alban Roe House to the Abbey Church, before a short carol service.
WINTER FISH & CHIPS SERVICE NEW FOR 2026
24 NOVEMBER – 3 JANUARY 2027 (SELECTED DATES) Freshly prepared fish and chips from award-winning Capplemans of Pickering, served on the move.
AMPLEFORTH ABBEY
HELMSLEY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
27 NOVEMBER | FROM 4:30PM · FREE Admire the town as it sparkles with festive lights, live music, traditional carols and Father Christmas in his sleigh. HELMSLEY
A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS AT CASTLE HOWARD
MOORS
5 DECEMBER | FROM 4:30PM · FREE Visit Father Christmas in his grotto and browse stalls selling mulled wine and hot food as colourful lights illuminate the pretty village.
PICKERING
12 NOVEMBER – 3 JANUARY 2027 A Victorian Christmas where Dickens’ characters spring to life throughout the magnificent house. Expect enchanting projections, immersive soundscapes and theatrical surprises.
TINSEL TIPPLE NEW FOR 2026
28 NOVEMBER – 23 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Live singalongs from Pickering, with cheeky elves on board.
CHRISTMAS IN THE MOORS
CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEA
CASTLE HOWARD
26 NOVEMBER – 17 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Festive sandwiches, savouries and cakes, served in the Great Western Saloon.
KEEP YOUR EYES OUT FOR…elves Festive fun on the NYMR
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Christmas in the Heart of North Yorkshire filled with family-friendly Discover welcoming towns and villages full of festive spirit. sites, attractions and impressive heritage
Christmas Highlight CHRISTMAS AT RHS GARDEN HARLOW CARR
HARROGATE
Christmas Highlight
CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF NORTH YORKSHIRE
KEEP YOUR EYES OUT FOR…
A stunning view of Knaresborough’s viaduct to enjoy ps. between festive sto
CHRISTMAS AT STOCKELD PARK
SPOFFORTH, NEAR HARROGATE
Christmas Highlight
CHRISTMAS AT HARROGATE THEATRE
HARROGATE THEATRE
HARROGATE TOWN CENTRE
SELECTED DATES IN DECEMBER
Visit Santa’s Grotto, try curling and snap a giant snow globe selfie. Explore the Ice Trail’s spectacular sculptures on 12 December.
HEART
CHRISTMAS IN THE BATH HOUSE
18 NOVEMBER – 19 DECEMBER | 10AM – 4PM
Discover unique stocking fillers, handmade crafts, gifts and decorations from local makers.
GLOW 2026
26 NOVEMBER – 30 DECEMBER | 4:30PM – 8:30PM (SELECTED DATES) Back for its tenth year — colourful light installations and festive soundscapes, best explored with a hot chocolate in hand.
KEEP YOUR EYES OUT FOR…
The North Pole Post Office in Harrogate where you can post your letter to Father Christmas.
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CHRISTMAS IN KNARESBOROUGH
Glow at RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Christmas in the Heart
Christmas at Stockeld Park
THE CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE
21 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER (MAIN ATTRACTIONS TO 3 JANUARY 2027) Light displays and festive soundscapes bring the Enchanted Forest to life alongside a Snowflake Maze and ice skating.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
21 NOVEMBER – 31 DECEMBER
Join Jack, Dame Trot and Daisy the Cow as they take on the giant in a show packed with songs, laughter and audience participation.
SANTA’S ARRIVAL WEEKEND
21 – 22 NOVEMBER
Santa and Mrs Claus will arrive in spectacular style on a horse-drawn carriage and parade through the Park.
KNARESBOROUGH BRIGHT FRIDAY
Pantomime at Harrogate Theatre
SLEEPING BEAUTY
25 NOVEMBER – 17 JANUARY 2027 | SELECTED DATES Princess Aurora faces the curse of the wicked Fairy Carabosse. Cheer the heroes, boo the villain and enjoy plenty of laughs in this popular family production.
PANTOMIME TOUR
21 DECEMBER 2026 | 11AM
Tour the sets and take a sneak peek backstage at this year’s pantomime.
CHRISTMAS IN VALLEY GARDENS
17 DECEMBER – 3 JANUARY 2027
Get your skates on at Harrogate Ice Pavilion and enjoy festive fun for the whole family.
HEART
HARROGATE TOWN CENTRE
27 NOVEMBER | 5:30PM – 7PM · FREE
A festive evening of music in the market place, a lantern parade from the Castle grounds and the countdown to the lights switch-on.
ST JOHN’S CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
5 – 20 DECEMBER · FREE
A spectacular display of over 70 beautifully decorated trees at St John’s Church.
CHRISTMAS EVE NATIVITY
24 DECEMBER | FROM 6PM · FREE
A traditional outdoor nativity in the market place, with brass band and carols.
VALLEY GARDENS, HARROGATE
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CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF NORTH YORKSHIRE
CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF NORTH YORKSHIRE
C HR I STM A S IN R IC H M OND
BOXING DAY TUG O’ WAR
SNOWMAN AND ELF TRAIL
26 DECEMBER | 12PM · FREE
1 – 31 DECEMBER · FREE
An annual display of strength as two local pubs compete across the River Nidd.
Follow the Elf and Snowman Trails and spot festive characters in businesses across the town.
KNARESBOROUGH DUCK RACE
TRACTOR PARADE
1 JANUARY 2027
Richmond
RICHMOND CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
KNARESBOROUGH
27 NOVEMBER | FROM 5PM · FREE
C HR IS TM A S I N SEL B Y
28 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 5PM · FREE HEART
A festive celebration packed with gift and food stalls, Christmas crafts, live music and reindeer encounters, before the lights switch-on at 4pm.
Christmas Highlight CHRISTMAS AT HAREWOOD: MAGIC AT THE MANSION
HAREWOOD HOUSE
Fairground rides and carols in the market place, plus mince pies and mulled wine in the Market Hall. The lights switch-on takes place at 6pm in Friary Gardens.
THE LITTLE MERMAID GEORGIAN THEATRE ROYAL
A festive retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen favourite, with toe-tapping tunes, dancing and comedy.
28 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 3PM
FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS & CAROLS AT SELBY ABBEY
‘POOR OLD HOSS’
20 DECEMBER | 6:30PM – 7:30PM · FREE
24 DECEMBER · FREE
A traditional service with carols by candlelight, followed by mulled wine and mince pies.
An unusual Christmas Eve tradition, the ‘Poor Old Hoss’ appears in the market place, accompanied by mummers in huntsman costume.
SELBY
Christmas at Harewood House
RICHMOND
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Christmas in the Heart
A R O U N D TH E H E A R T
THIRSK CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
Enjoy a festive evening in Thirsk market place as the town’s Christmas lights are switched on. THIRSK
CHRISTMAS IN BEDALE
27 – 29 NOVEMBER · FREE
Make a weekend of it with late-night shopping and entertainment on Friday, markets on Saturday and Sunday, and Sunday’s Christmas lights switch-on at 4.30pm. BEDALE
CHRISTMAS IN BOROUGHBRIDGE
2 DECEMBER | 5:30PM – 8PM · FREE
6 NOVEMBER – 3 JANUARY 2027 Explore the magnificent State Rooms and Servants’ Quarters, beautifully decorated with festive displays and seasonal installations.
NORTHALLERTON
27 NOVEMBER · FREE
4 DECEMBER – 3 JANUARY 2027 (SELECTED DATES)
SELBY ABBEY CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
12 DECEMBER | FROM 6PM · FREE Be dazzled as decorated tractors parade along the High Street to the Auction Mart, where they are judged for festive awards.
HEART
Choose your duck and watch it float down the Nidd — will yours be the winner?
SELBY CHRISTMAS MARKET & LIGHT SWITCH-ON
CHRISTMAS IN NORTHALLERTON
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sh Richmond’s festive a wander for ct rfe pe windows, Christmas between the town’s events.
Watch the tree lights switch-on, admire festive window displays and enjoy choir performances in Hall Square and St James Square. Take advantage of late-night shopping and browse seasonal stalls. BOROUGHBRIDGE
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CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF NORTH YORKSHIRE
Christmas Highlight CHRISTMAS AT FOUNTAINS ABBEY & STUDLEY ROYAL WATER GARDEN RIPON
Enjoy festive shopping and warming winter treats. Families can take part in a festive trail and children’s crafts, while Fountains Hall will be beautifully decorated with displays inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Christmas at Fountains Abbey
MUSIC IN THE ABBEY
WEEKENDS 28 NOVEMBER – 27 DECEMBER | 10AM – 5PM
HEART
See the abbey aglow with colourful lights as you walk around the ruins and listen to live festive music as choirs and bands perform in the vaulted cellarium. Enjoy a cosy hot chocolate as you take in the yuletide atmosphere.
CH R I ST M A S I N RI PON
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
14 NOVEMBER | 1PM – 6PM · FREE
A festive afternoon of live music, Santa’s grotto, a giant snow globe, face painting, magic shows and fairground rides.
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
6 & 13 DECEMBER | 2:30PM – 3:30PM Held inside the beautiful St Mary’s Church in the deer park, soak in the festive atmosphere and sing along to traditional carols led by Ripon City Band as the candlelight flickers around the colourful surroundings. Advance booking is required.
CAROLS AROUND THE TREE
19 DECEMBER | 3PM – 5PM · FREE
Sing along to Christmas carols with Dishforth Military Wives Choir and Ripon City Brass Band.
NEW YEAR EXTRAVAGANZA
31 DECEMBER | 9PM – 12:30AM · FREE Ring in the New Year with live music, a midnight countdown and a spectacular fireworks display in the Market Square. RIPON
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Christmas in the Heart
Step into the magic of Christmas at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal. From festive trails and sparkling lights to live music and a Dickens-inspired Christmas at Fountains Hall, it’s a festive day out for the whole family. Find out more at nationaltrust.org.uk/fountainsabbey
CHRISTMAS IN THE DALES
Christmas in the Dales
CHRIS TM A S I N M A SHA M
THE CRAZY KNIGHTS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
19 DECEMBER | DOORS 7PM
Dance the night away with an evening of festive music and lively entertainment from the party band.
GOLDILOCKS BY SAME DIFFERENCE ARTS
21 DECEMBER | 1PM
Enjoy panto magic in this festive family show packed with porridge-slinging chaos and dazzling costumes.
SETTLE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON & FIREWORKS DISPLAY
28 NOVEMBER | FROM 12PM · FREE Browse the Christmas market, visit Santa’s grotto, follow the treasure trail and enjoy late-night shopping. SETTLE
C HR I STM A S IN S K IP T ON
SKIPTON CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
29 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 5PM · FREE
Head to Skipton High Street for live entertainment, festive food and drink, market stalls, free family activities, a spectacular fireworks display and the Great Skipton Santa Fun Run.
Festive shopping in the Dales
THE WORST ELF EVER! AT SKIPTON TOWN HALL
18 – 24 DECEMBER | VARIOUS TIMES Join The Worst Elf Ever on a heartwarming mission to save Christmas — stunning puppetry and festive magic for all the family. SKIPTON
MASHAM DALES
CHRISTMAS IN PATELEY BRIDGE
PATELEY BRIDGE CHRISTMAS WEEKEND
KEEP YOUR EYES OUT FOR…
4 – 6 DECEMBER
Late-night shopping, an artisan market, Father Christmas, carols and a children’s lantern parade lead up to the lights switch-on on Friday, followed by St Nicholas Fair on Saturday and an artisan market on Sunday.
DALES
Dales at Christmas, Experience the magic of the Yorkshire et towns are set where picturesque villages and mark r scenery. against a backdrop of stunning winte
A flurry of red suits at the Great Skipton Santa Fun Run on 29 November.
PATELEY BRIDGE
Christmas Highlight
LUMINESCENCE AT SWINTON ESTATE
MASHAM
31 OCTOBER – 21 FEBRUARY 2027 (SELECTED DATES) Follow this spectacular winter light trail through woodland and around the lake, passing magical installations and tableaux — enjoy a Night at the Oscars, go Up, Up and Away, leave a wish at the Wishing Tree and travel to distant planets.
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Christmas in the Dales
Luminescence at Swinton Estate
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CHRISTMAS IN THE DALES
GRASSINGTON CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
27 NOVEMBER | 4PM · FREE Admire the pretty market town as it comes to life with sparkling lights and festive cheer. GRASSINGTON
CH R I ST M A S I N H AWES
HAWES CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
5 DECEMBER | 4PM · FREE Enjoy live music from Hawes Brass Band in the market place and await Santa’s arrival as the town is lit up.
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Christmas Highlight INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
NEAR CLAPHAM
5 – 23 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Discover a hidden festive world beneath the Dales as Santa’s elves lead the way to his grotto. Afterwards, explore the Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail and its stunning scenery. Ingleborough Cave
HAWES CHRISTMAS CHARITY CONCERT
20 DECEMBER | 3PM A concert of carols and seasonal music from Hawes Brass Band in the Market Hall. HAWES
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Christmas in the Dales
Shopping and Christmas Markets
SHOPPING AND CHRISTMAS MARKETS
IN THE HEART
RIPON CATHEDRAL FOOD AND GIFT FAIR
e for festive shopping, where North Yorkshire is the perfect plac extra sparkle to a fantastic mix traditional Christmas markets add es in charming market towns. of independent shops and boutiqu
20 – 21 NOVEMBER | 9:30AM – 4:30PM
KNARESBOROUGH CHRISTMAS MARKET
5 – 6 DECEMBER | 10AM – 5PM KNARESBOROUGH
RIPON CATHEDRAL
THE GREAT YORKSHIRE CHRISTMAS FAIR 2026, HARROGATE 26 – 29 NOVEMBER | 9:30AM – 5PM (SUNDAY: 4PM)
ON THE COAST
HARROGATE
THIRSK CHRISTMAS FAIR IN THE TOWN HALL
27 – 28 NOVEMBER
MADE IN WHITBY CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
THIRSK
12 – 13 DECEMBER WHITBY
RICHMOND CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT MARKET
IN THE MOORS SHOPPING
KIRKBYMOORSIDE CHRISTMAS MARKET AND SANTA’S GROTTO
28 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 3PM KIRKBYMOORSIDE
Skipton Christmas Market
RICHMOND CHRISTMAS FAIR
WENSLEYDALE CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR, HAWES
29 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 4PM RICHMOND
GRASSINGTON CHRISTMAS MARKET GRASSINGTON
5 & 19 DECEMBER | 10:30AM – 1:30PM
SKIPTON CHRISTMAS MARKET
HOVINGHAM
12 – 13 DECEMBER
SUTTON BANK & DANBY LODGE
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Shopping & Christmas Markets
21 – 22 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 4:30PM
28 NOVEMBER & 5 DECEMBER | 10AM – 4PM
HOVINGHAM CHRISTMAS MARKET
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING WEEKENDS AT SUTTON BANK AND DANBY LODGE NATIONAL PARK CENTRES
INGLETON
HAWES
AMPLEFORTH ABBEY
DANBY LODGE NATIONAL PARK CENTRE
INGLETON CHRISTMAS FAIR
28 NOVEMBER | 5PM – 9PM
28 – 29 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 3PM
5 – 6 DECEMBER
IN THE DALES
6 DECEMBER | 10AM – 3PM
AMPLEFORTH ABBEY CHRISTMAS CRAFT MARKET
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR AT DANBY LODGE NATIONAL PARK CENTRE
Knaresborough Christmas Market
SHOPPING
WHITBY CHRISTMAS MARKET & FESTIVAL
13 – 15 NOVEMBER
6 & 13 DECEMBER Richmond Christmas Fair
SKIPTON
BEDALE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
28 – 29 NOVEMBER BEDALE
TADCASTER CHRISTMAS MARKET AND FESTIVAL
29 NOVEMBER | 9:30AM – 3:30PM
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EASINGWOLD
7 NOVEMBER & 12 DECEMBER | 9AM – 2PM EASINGWOLD
THIRSK
13 – 15 NOVEMBER & 20 DECEMBER | 10AM – 3PM THIRSK
RIPON
20 – 22 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 3PM RIPON
27 – 29 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 4PM HAREWOOD
FOUNTAINS ABBEY & STUDLEY ROYAL WATER GARDEN
28 – 29 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 3PM NEAR RIPON
SUTTON BANK NATIONAL PARK CENTRE
28 – 29 NOVEMBER | 10AM – 3PM NEAR THIRSK
MALTON
21 NOVEMBER & 19 DECEMBER | 10AM – 3PM MALTON
VALLEY GARDENS, HARROGATE
5 – 6 DECEMBER | 10AM – 3PM
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WHERE TO FIND FATHER CHRISTMAS
Christmas Highlight NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY SANTA EXPRESS
PICKERING
Christmas Highlight CHRISTMAS AT HAREWOOD
HAREWOOD HOUSE
O N T HE CO A S T
SANTA SPECIALS AT NORTH BAY RAILWAY
The NYMR Santa Express
28 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Meet Father Christmas and his jolly elves on board as you pass wintery scenery, with festive activities waiting at the station.
SCARBOROUGH
IN THE H E A R T IN T HE MO O R S
Christmas Highlight CHRISTMAS AT STOCKELD PARK
CHRISTMAS AT CASTLE HOWARD
SPOFFORTH, NEAR HARROGATE
Father Christmas at Harewood House
5 – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Help Father Christmas and his elves prepare for the big day in this immersive experience in Elf Village through interactive activities, festive music and sparkling lights.
Christmas Highlight CHRISTMAS AT MOTHER SHIPTON’S CAVE
FATHER CHRISTMAS
FATHER CHRISTMAS
12 – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Hop aboard the ‘Jingle Belle’ to the North Pole for a journey filled with festive cheer — seasonal activities, a meeting with Father Christmas and his merry band of elves, plus a gift for each child to take home.
KNARESBOROUGH
21 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER Step inside the Grotto Dome where festive fun and Santa’s elves await, then take an enchanted lift to a cosy log cabin to meet Mrs Claus and Father Christmas. Castle Howard · © Mark Harrison
FATHER CHRISTMAS IN THE CASTLE
21 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Join Father Christmas and friends for a festive show from the North Pole, filled with laughter and Christmas cheer, followed by a special one-to-one visit.
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Father Christmas
SANTA’S GROTTO IN THE JELLYCAT SHOP
28 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) A special one-to-one visit with Father Christmas in his charming grotto, with a cuddly Jellycat friend to take home. CASTLE HOWARD
Christmas at Mother Shipton’s
28 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Discover the Christmas Village before a magical visit with Father Christmas. Post your letter at the Snowy Owl Sorting Office and enjoy enchanting storytelling along the way.
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WHERE TO FIND FATHER CHRISTMAS
Festive Food and Drink
IN T HE D A L E S
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ TRAIN RIDE ON THE EMBSAY & BOLTON ABBEY RAILWAY
28 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES)
All aboard for a magical journey with singing chefs, hot chocolate and a special visit from Father Christmas, who gifts each passenger their own silver sleigh bell — pyjamas mandatory!
Christmas Highlight SANTA’S GROTTO AT INGLEBOROUGH CAVE
NEAR CLAPHAM
BOLTON ABBEY STATION, NEAR SKIPTON
SANTA’S GROTTO AT THE FORBIDDEN CORNER
FATHER CHRISTMAS
Meet Peppermint the elf before visiting Father Christmas and Mrs Claus in their woodland grotto with a gift for each child, plus the ‘Quistmas Quiz’ reindeer hunt. MIDDLEHAM
MOTHER CHRISTMAS AT THE MUSEUM!
5 – 6 DECEMBER
Meet Mother Christmas in her grotto, write your letter to Father Christmas and enjoy festive crafts.
Ingleborough Cave
5 – 23 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Join Santa’s Elves on an enchanting journey through magical underground passages to the grotto. Entry includes the Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail — the gateway to the UK’s finest limestone scenery.
DALES COUNTRYSIDE MUSEUM, HAWES
A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS AT STUMP CROSS CAVERNS
28 NOVEMBER – 24 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES) Meet Father Christmas, receive a crystal gift, make reindeer food to take home and solve festive riddles through the caves. NEAR GRASSINGTON
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Father Christmas
Eat, Drink and Be Merry The festive season is a time to indulge in delicious food and drink with family and friends, or as a solo treat following a morning or afternoon of shopping or browsing a Christmas market.
FOOD AND DRINK
21 NOVEMBER – 20 DECEMBER (SELECTED DATES)
FESTIVE FEASTS & AFTERNOON TEA North Yorkshire serves up a wide range of food and drink options, especially during the festive season. You can choose a delicious Sunday lunch in a cosy country pub or celebrate in a fine dining restaurant. Afternoon tea is quintessentially British and at this time of year you can enjoy one with a seasonal twist of festive savoury and sweet treats whilst sat in beautifully decorated surroundings.
GIFTS FULL OF LOCAL FLAVOUR Food and drink also make a great Christmas gift, and North Yorkshire has some great artisan producers selling top-quality food like cheese and meat, chutneys and jams as well as locally produced beers, gins and wine.
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Getting Around North Yorkshire
Plan your Visit
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Rail
48 stations served by six operators, including Harrogate, Knaresborough, Northallerton, Malton, Selby, Thirsk, Settle, Skipton, Whitby and Scarborough. Manchester, Leeds and Newcastle are a short hop away, direct or via York.
Bus
Most of North Yorkshire’s towns and attractions are easily accessible by bus — an affordable, scenic way to travel, with good links into nearby cities and around the county once you are here.
YO R K � L E E D S E V E RY 2 0 M I N S with regular buses to Malton & Scarborough too
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The A1(M) and A19 are the quickest routes to North Yorkshire, running through the middle of the county. Other main roads include the A171, which will take you along the coastal towns and villages; the scenic A64 travels between York and the coast; and the A170 skirts the southern end of the North York Moors National Park. In the west, use the A61 from Harrogate to Thirsk; the A59 from Harrogate to Skipton; and the A65 borders the western Yorkshire Dales National Park.
EVERY 10 MINS HARROGATE � LEEDS EVERY 30 MINS TO RIPON RIDE
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plan your day out the36.co.uk or coastliner.co.uk get the app and plan your journey search Transdev Go
For further details on travel around North Yorkshire go to northyorks.gov.uk or traveline.info
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