Christmas events in Somerset
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Get ready for the festivities this year by planning what Christmas fun you want to enjoy with friends and family.
There are so many markets and events on throughout November and December that it can be hard to decide exactly what you want to add to your plans. So whether you are from the area or you are heading to Somerset for a holiday this year this list will be useful. Have a browse and see which out of the list below you want to try out this year.
Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole
where? Wookey Hole Caves, The Mill, High St, Wookey Hole, Wells, BA5 1BA
closest resort? Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa
when? 22nd November – 24th December 2025
time? 9.30am – 5pm
how much? adults from £24, children from £19
other info:
- visit Father Christmas
- underground light experience
- panto themed circus and more
Christmas Experience at Avon Valley
where? Pixash Lane, Bath Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1TP
closest resort? Bath Mill Lodge Retreat
when? 29th November – 24th December 2025
time? 9am – 5pm
how much? adults from £20, children from £30
other info:
- enjoy the Santa show, Santa’s cabin
- go to the toy factory
- decorate gingerbread people and more
Christmas at Cheddar Gorge
where? Cheddar Gorge & Caves, The Cliffs, Cheddar, BS27 3QF
closest resort? Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa
when? 15th November – 24th December 2025
time? 10am – 5pm
how much? general admission plus £5.99 with a gift
other info:
- visit Father Christmas in the cave
- special workshop with elves
- unique experience for all
Bath Christmas Market
where? Stall Street, Bath Street, Milsom Street, and around the Abbey Quarter
closest resort? Bath Mill Lodge Retreat
when? 27th November – 14th December 2025
time? 10am – 8pm
how much? free
other info:
- celebrating 25 years
- wander through the centre full of stalls
- unique gifts, gourmet food and more
The Festival of Light
where? Longleat, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW
closest resort? Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa
when? 8th November 2025 – 11th January 2026
time? 3pm – 8.30pm
how much? adults from £27.95, children from £20.95
other info:
- spectacular lantern trail showcasing evolution
- meet fan favourites from Wallace & Gromit and friends!
- unique festive experience for all
Christmas at Wells
where? Market Place and the Cathedral Green
closest resort? Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa
when? 6th December 2025
time? 9am – 3pm
how much? free
other info:
- over 100 festive stalls
- seasonal gifts, local food and drink and more
- great festive experience
Glastonbury Frost Fayre
where? Glastonbury Abbey
closest resort? Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa
when? 29th November 2025
time? 10am – 6pm
how much? free
other info:
- official light switch on at 5pm
- meet Father Christmas and his helpers
- plenty of stalls, live performances and more
Christmas at Myrtle Farm
where? The Railway Inn & Thatchers Cider Shop, BS25 5RA
closest resort? Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa
when? 9th December 2025
time? 5pm – 9.30pm
how much? free
other info:
- enjoy a night of festive celebrations
- Santa’s grotto, face painting, brass band and more
- mini Christmas market with stands to browse
Bishops Palace Christmas Illuminations
where? The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, BA5 9PD
closest resort? Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa
when?7th November – 30th November 2025
time? 4.30pm – 7.30pm
how much? free
other info:
- explore the magical gardens
- festive decorations and lights
- tasty BBQ as well as mulled wine, cider and hot chocolate
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