It’s that time of year just around the corner so let us take a look at the special events taking place in the Newark and Grantham areas this Christmas. As always the Stately homes have outstanding events and here are a selection to check out.
Belton House – always a fabulous event with the spectacular light trail through the Castle grounds, jump on the festive fairground and enjoy the many food and drink stalls offering a huge variety of tasty treats. Commences Friday 21st November.
Belvoir Castle – check out the Christmas Mice Trail through the Castle’s grand rooms perfect for keeping the kids occupied and getting into the festive spirit, while the adults enjoy a different kind of festive spirit! Lots of lovely add-ons like Festive Afternoon Tea, Santa experience (of course!!) and many fabulous Christmas displays. Commences Saturday 29th November.
Harlaxton Manor – are hosting two weekends of open days so you can explore this spectacular building and fabulous grounds. You will be treated to live music and a variety of tasty treats and festive fair. Dates available are 6th and 7th December and the 13th and 14th December.
Nottingham Winter Wonderland – a genuinely spectacular event in Nottingham City Centre with a huge variety of market stalls offering a variety of Christmas fair and gifts as well as a whole range of food and drink, with the Ice Bar always very popular. Take a ride on the observation wheel and dare to a ride on the Taboggan Slide. Commences 15th November.
Newark Christmas Market – visit the historic Newark Market Place to experience the Christmas Market on the 6th December. Perfect for gifts and sample the wide variety of food and drinks on show.
Newark Steampunk Christmas Festival – check out this fabulously colourful three day event commencing Friday 5th December. On the first night there is a fashion show in the Georgian Ballroom at the Buttermarket which is always a spectacular sight. Saturday and Sunday are the Christmas Market days with lots of entertainment and colourful costumes wherever you look! Saturday night is a gala ball. Sunday afternoon finishes with the traditional Torchlight Procession
If you require tickets then please email newarksteampunk@icloud.com.
Burghley House Christmas Fayre – The annual Christmas Fair is a must visit. Produced on a grand scale with festive chalets, marquees and pagodas offering a wide range of artisan and unique gifts perfect the festive season. Enjoy the tasty treats on offer from mulled wine and indulgent hot chocolate to sweet and savoury crepes and a warming raclette. Take in the live music and the festive drone show!
Runs from Thursday 27th November to Sunday 30th.
Grantham Christmas Fayre – Sunday 30th November is the date for this annual event. A full agenda of entertainment from Grantham School of Dancing to Elf Antics Children’s Show to The Pop-Up Choir and Polka Dot Pantomimes plus much more. Add in the 35 unique stalls for seasonal treats and gifts this is a must see event for all ages. 11am to 5pm culminating in the Lights switch on.
As you can see there are several must see events in Grantham and Newark and in the surrounding area. If you are planning to stay locally while enjoying the festivities then check out what we have to offer with special discounts if you book direct with us.