November 10, 2026
Vale of Glamorgan: GVS Big Volunteering Fayre - Wednesday 27th January 2027 at The Memo Arts Centre, Barry
Vale of Glamorgan: Vale Family Information Service Christmas Party - Tuesday 1st December at The Memo Arts Centre, Barry
Vale Family Compass:
Reminder! 🎅🦌
Tickets will be available from Tuesday 10th November at 7pm. These are free to book but please only reserve if you are able to attend. These sell out quickly and once we are at capacity we can only allocate if people cancel. A wait list for this will be available via the booking link.
Party one is exclusively for preschool children 0-3 years- https://www.ticketsource.com/.../family.../e-kkkavd
Party two is for children of all ages- https://www.ticketsource.com/.../family.../e-bzlzvry
Brecon: Christmas Fayre at Brecon Cathedral on Sat 12th December
Brecon Cathedral:
Join us for this year's Christmas Fayre on Saturday 12 December, 11am to 4pm
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Richmond: Christmas Concert with British Army Band Colchester at St Mary's Church 11th Dec
The British Army Band Colchester are providing the music for the annual very popular Christmas Concert in St Mary’s Church Richmond on Friday 11th Dec at 7.00pm.
Admission is free with a retiring collection. Always a great evening.
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Kirkham: Ribby Hall Winter Wonderland Christmas Days Out and Activities
Ribby Hall Winter Wonderland
Christmas Days Out
Experience magical Christmas activities from 13th November
Whether it's feeding our reindeer, relaxing in the spa, or joining us for Christmas dinner - we invite you to create lasting memories this holiday season.
To find out more and book Tickets CLICK HERE
Information provided by Weeton HIVE
Oxfordshire: Christmas at Blenheim Palace 13th Nov 2026 - 3rd Jan 2027
The iconic Illuminated Trail winds through the gardens and grounds past glistening treetops and shimmering waterfalls, boasting over a million lights - and Father Christmas himself makes an appearance along the way. Inside the Palace, the timeless story of Cinderella is lovingly brought to life, with each State Room telling a different chapter of this much-loved family favourite - from a towering Christmas tree in the Great Hall to the famous pumpkin carriage, the ultimate festive selfie spot.
The Great Court is transformed into a seasonal village for the Christmas Market, regularly rated one of the best in the country, with wooden chalets offering inspired gifts and tasty treats - open from 13 November to 20 December 2026. Nearby, The Great Skate offers a spectacular covered ice rink, and the Observation Wheel provides breathtaking views over the Palace and Market.
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Manchester: Christmas Markets 2026
Manchester Christmas Markets 2026 run from Friday 6 November to Tuesday 22 December 2026 across ten city‑centre sites, with Albert Square and Cathedral Gardens staying open until 3 January 2027.
Main market dates: 6 Nov – 22 Dec 2026
Extended sites: Albert Square & Cathedral Gardens open until 3 Jan 2027
Daily hours: 10am–9pm at all main sites; reduced hours on Christmas Eve and after 26 Dec at extended sites
Closed: Christmas Day
Locations (10 Sites)
Albert Square
Lincoln Square (new for 2026)
King Street
St Ann’s Square
Exchange Street
New Cathedral Street
Exchange Square
Corn Exchange
Cathedral Gardens
Market Street
Highlights for 2026
Lincoln Square (new for 2026)
King Street
St Ann’s Square
Exchange Street
New Cathedral Street
Exchange Square
Corn Exchange
Cathedral Gardens
Market Street
Highlights for 2026
- 50m Ferris wheel at Albert Square
- Vintage helter‑skelter and Giant Santa return
- New Lincoln Square food & drink hub
- Skate Manchester ice rink at Cathedral Gardens (6 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027)
- Manchester Christmas Parade: Sunday 6 December 2026
- Over 200–210 stalls offering crafts, gifts, food and drink
- Free entry; mug deposit system continues (2024 price £3.50)
- International and local artisan stalls
- Festive food (bratwurst, crêpes, mulled wine, hot chocolate)
- Family‑friendly attractions at Cathedral Gardens
- Pop‑up Christmas pub at Albert Square
- Twinkling lights, live entertainment, and a festive trail through the city centre
Information provided by Weeton HIVE
Kent: Rochester Christmas Market 27th Nov - 13th Dec
Set in the spectacular Rochester Castle Gardens, with the impressive 11th-century Norman keep as a backdrop, the Rochester Christmas Market takes place over three consecutive weekends at the end of November and the beginning of December.
Attracting around 250,000 visitors from across Europe, the market is regarded as one of the UK’s premier festive events. With more than 120 stalls, it stands as Kent’s largest free-to-enter public Christmas market.
Market traders offer products and festive treats you won’t find on the High Street.
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Blackpool: Christmas By The Sea returns for 2026 - 20th Nov 26 until 3rd Jan 27
Image by Gregg Wolstenholme
IT’S BACK! Christmas by the Sea returns to Blackpool for 2026!
Get ready for a festive spectacular as the Tower Festival Headland transforms into a magical winter wonderland! From November 20th to January 3rd (closed Christmas Day), you can soak up the sparkle with:
- FREE Ice Skating
- Festive fairground rides
- Snow-dusted chalets
- Dazzling light installations
- Mulled wine & seasonal treatsPicture-perfect Illuminations
Free entry | Pay-as-you-ride attractions
Whether you’re gliding across the rink, chasing snowflakes, or snapping selfies under the lights—this is your season to shine.
Information provided by Weeton HIVE
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