Things to do this winter.
Enjoy a visit to Castle Howard or Scarborough from our cottage .
Scarborough Sparkle.
Join in the festive fun at Scarborough Sparkle, the annual Christmas festival that brings the magic of the season to the North Yorkshire coast. Taking place at the Scarborough Open Air Theatre, this event promises a warm and enchanting atmosphere, perfect for families and visitors of all ages.
Date and Time
November 29, 2024 – December 1, 2024
Exhibition Highlights
Scarborough Sparkle is more than just a Christmas market—here’s what makes it truly special:
- The magical lantern parade by Animated Objects, which marks the opening of the festival.
- A variety of food and drink stalls offering festive treats and local specialties.
- Perfect for early Christmas shopping with gifts and crafts from local artisans.
Castle Howard.
Alice’s Christmas Wonderland
Curiouser and curiouser! Tumble down the rabbit hole into a Christmassy wonderland like no other.
15th November – 5th January
Alice is planning a huge Christmas party, and she invites you to follow the White Rabbit through Castle Howard’s grand halls and regal rooms with each twist and turn revealing fanciful festive surprises.
Don’t be late for this very important date, as you immerse yourself in a psychedelic world that will leave your smile as wide as the Cheshire Cat’s.
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York Christmas Market 2024
14th Nov 24 – 22nd Dec 24
Location:Parliament Street.
Sledmere Christmas Fair 2024
Wednesday 27th and Thursday 28th November
10am – 4pm
This year we welcome back to our much-loved Christmas Fair!
Sledmere’s Magical Santa Experience 2024
Weekends: 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd December, and Weekdays: 6th, 13th, 19th, 20th and 23rd December
Weekends: 9.15am – 5.30pm, Weekdays: 10am – 5.40pm
Welcome to Sledmere’s 2024 Magical Santa Experience: The First Snowflake! Festive fun for all the family!
Whitby Christmas Market.
Whitby Town Council is delighted that this year’s Christmas Festival and Market will go ahead on the Front Marina Car Park, Langbourne Road, Whitby, from 15th – 17th November 2024. Full of festive cheer, with craft stalls, music, and childrens entertianment it’s the ideal opportunity to get in to the Christmas spirit and start your Christmas shopping!
Pickering Steam Railway
Brand-new Santa Specials 2024
Cinderella
We are thrilled to announce that this years’ Pantomime at the Scarborough Spa will be the best loved of all, yes Cinderella is coming to Scarborough Spa.
We are delighted to announce that Anne “The Governess” Hegerty from ITV’s ‘The Chase‘ is to headline the cast in this spectacular production!
At Scarborough- Spa theatre. 7th Dec- 1st Jan. 2025