Christmas events on the Isle of Wight
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Have some fun this festive season on the Isle of Wight!
Whatever your plans are on the Isle of Wight this year you will want to make sure you add one or two festive experiences to end the year. Perfect for family days out or just additions to your holiday, we’ve done the research and put together this handy blog full of various festive events that are on across the island for 2023. Have a browse and see which ones take your fancy.
The 2024 Northwood House Christmas Fair
where? Northwood House, Ward Avenue, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8AZ
closest resort? Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat
when? 30th November – 1st December 2024
time? 10am – 4.30pm
how much? Free
other info:
- over 40 of the best local gift exhibitors
- from art, crafts and produce to buy
- the perfect festive shopping experience
Father Christmas at Osborne House
where? Osborne House, York Avenue, East Cowes, PO32 6JT
closest resort? Woodside Coastal Retreat
when? 30th November – 22nd December 2024
time? 10am – 4pm
how much? children £9.50
other info:
- general admission prices
- price includes a group storytelling session and a small present
- only available on weekends
Newport Carnival Christmas Parade
where? South Street, Newport, PO30 1JU
closest resort? Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat
when? 7th December 2024
time? 4pm – 8pm
how much? Free
other info:
- either watch or take part in the parade
- amazing Christmas floats, lanterns and more
- the perfect festive experience
Christmas at Tapnell
where? Tapnell Farm Park, Newport Road, Yarmouth, Isle Of Wight, PO41 0YJ
closest resort? Woodside Coastal Retreat
when? 1st December – 24th December 2024
time? 10am – 8pm
how much? adults from £24, children from £29
other info:
- 45 minute experience lead by a team of trained elves
- a gift for every paying child
- meet Santa and complimentary entry to the farm park
Santa Specials at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
where? Havenstreet Station, Isle of Wight Steam, Main Rd, Havenstreet, Ryde, PO33 4DS
closest resort? Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat
when? 7th December – 24th December 2024
time? 10am – 5pm
how much? adults £22, children £20
other info:
- selected dates from 7th – 24th December
- the carriage will be decorated with twinkly lights, a tree and plenty of gifts
- each child will receive a gift from Santa
I Love Wight Pop Up Christmas Shop & Christmas Market
where? The Garlic Farm, Mersley Lane, Newchurch, PO36 0NR
closest resort? Woodside Coastal Retreat
when? 9th November – 24th December 2024
time? 9.30am – 4.30pm
how much? Free
other info:
- inside the Allium Barn at The Garlic Farm
- the finest crafts perfect for gifts
- scents, cosmetics, jewellery, knitwear and more
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