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Santa and steam trains, late night shopping and Christmas markets, pantos, lantern parades, light switch ons, cookery classes, crafts and more... Christmas is the season to eat, drink and be merry here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley and our events calendar is bursting at the seams with fabulous festive cheer!
You'll also find plenty of seasonal inspiration in this guide to Christmas in the Dean Wye, including places to eat and drink and things to do. If you're looking for presents, explore our Christmas Gift Guide bursting with goodies from our brilliant local businesses, many of which have online shops and offer delivery.
See all the Christmas events coming up this festive season:
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Lydney
Visit Santa in his BRAND NEW magical grotto
Parkend, Lydney
Festive Illuminated Adventure Golf
Camp Mill, Soudley
Bookings only!
Treat yourself and your love ones to our Christmas Afternoon Teas; available through out December.
A selection of finger sandwiches- Turkey & Stuffing, Ham & Mustard and Brie & Cranberry.
Seasonal Sausage Rolls and Pigs in Blankets.
A Sweet Scone, Mince Pie & Traditional Trifle.
Pot of Breakfast Tea or Americano.
Coleford
New for December 2024, Perrygrove Railway Adventure and Kindred Spirits Art are excited to bring you a brand new evening Christmas event.
Hop aboard our magical Christmas night time story train this December. Watch the arrival of our steam hauled story express before finding your pre-booked compartment and settling down for the ride. Read along to the narrated story with your complimentary copy of our fully illustrated children's Christmas story, (written especially for Perrygrove). It won't be long before your train arrives in the…
Perrygrove Railway, Gloucestershire
Monmouth
The Sheriff of Nottingham is plotting a new evil scheme for power and Robin needs YOUR help! Will you join his Merry People at the Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, and help Robin and Maid Marion to save the day?
- Family performances from Friday 13th December to Thursday 2nd January. BSL-Interpreted, Relaxed performance on Wednesday 18th December. Adult only performances on 14th, 19th and 28th December.
Coleford
Take a steam train ride around Perrygrove and visit our festive carriage shed theatre, where Mrs Claus is ready to welcome you with a warm cinnamon apple juice. You will then help her bring Father Christmas down the chimney! Stories and laughs follow and children receive a gift as part of the experience.
Everyone receives a complimentary drink on entering the theatre. Please allow at least 2 hours for your visit.
You will board our steam train first and step into our festive theatre on your return to Perrygrove Station, (please do…
Perrygrove Railway, Gloucestershire
Gloucester
Gloucester Cathedral's beautiful decorations shine their brightest at night! Experience the festive charm of Gloucester Cathedral after dark at these special evening events. Enjoy live performances from Cathedral musicians and friends, with a glass of mulled wine or hot chocolate from The Monk's Kitchen, which will be open throughout the evening.
Don't forget to visit the Cathedral Gift Shop for some last-minute Christmas shopping!
Adult: £8
Child (6-17 years): £3
Make your Christmas Experience at Night extra special with an…
Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucestershire
Eastbach (Near English Bicknor), Coleford
Space in our studio for a Christmas themed pottery painting session including refreshments (tea/coffee). Christmas themed food can also be booked which will include Parsnip Soup with crusty bread and a range of festive sweet treats! Alternative food options can be arranged for those with allergies/intolerances.
A range of Christmas themed pottery blanks will be available for you to choose and paint. The cost of these is payable on the day by card or cash.
Once your pottery has been glazed and fired you can either collect it in…
Soudley
Meet Father Christmas in his Grotto!
Tickets include entry to the entire site, the Christmas Bazaar, a visit with Father Christmas & a gift from the man himself!
Get your tickets on our website.
The Dean Heritage Centre, Gloucestershire
Eastbach (Near English Bicknor), Coleford
Book a space in our cosy, rural studio for a Christmas themed pottery painting session including refreshments (tea/coffee/hot chocolate/soft drinks).
Christmas themed food can also be booked which will include home-made parsnip soup with a crusty roll and/or a range of festive sweet treats! Alternative food options can be arranged for those with allergies/intolerances.
£9.50 pp to paint (inc. tea/coffee/hot chocolate/soft drinks) plus the prices of the pieces chosen on the day.
£15.00 pp to paint and include savoury or sweet…
Walford, Ross-on-Wye
Experience the magic of Wythall this Christmas and join us for a Festive Tasting.
The fires will be going in the Long Room at Wythall Manor as you enjoy homemade mice pies and mulled wine on arrival before tasting your way through our Christmas line-up of wines in a tutored tasting. Wines will include our current range along with a new release and some exclusive cellar aged wines only available from our cellar door.
Jamie and his son Angus will be on hand throughout to talk you through all of our wines and the stories behind them as…
Wythall Estate Vineyard, Ross-on-Wye
Lydney
Be our guest this Christmas and enjoy a tale as old as time with Wonder Pantomimes as they bring the story of Beauty and the Beast to Whitemead this festive season
Blaisdon
Enjoy a delightful Boxing Day adventure! for all the family.
Take a scenic country walk through stunning landscapes, followed by a cozy pub lunch featuring all your Boxing Day favourites, cold cuts with fried eggs and bubble & squeak, Turkey curry, ploughman's lunches, hearty sandwiches and more (including kids meals!) check out the full menu on our website - redhartinn.co.uk
Gather your friends and family for fresh air, beautiful views, and great food.
Pub is open from noon serving lunch til 3pm drinks til 4.30pm
The Blaisdon walk…
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