what’s on this Christmas in the Lake District
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No matter what plans you have this festive season the events listed below would be great additions.
Whether you are planning a festive holiday to the Lake District or live in the area this blog will be handy for you. There is so much on each year for Christmas that it can be overwhelming trying to figure out what’s on. So, we’ve done the hard work for you and put together a list of a few events that are on in the Lake District for Christmas this year. Have a read and see which take your fancy.
Christmas events
in the Lake District for 2023
Santa’s Secret Grotto Adventure at Honister
where? Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XN
when? 18th November – 23rd December 2023
time? 11am – 4pm
how much? adults £17.50, children £20, under 1s £5
other info:
- go on an exciting mountain adventure to find the secret grotto
- meet Santa and receive a gift
- festive food and drink and reindeer food for Christmas eve
Taste Cumbria Christmas
where? Main Street, Cockermouth
when? 9th December – 10th December 2023
time? 10am – 4pm
how much? Free
other info:
- food stalls on the main street
- attractions all around the town
- live music all weekend
Keswick Christmas Lights
where? Keswick, CA12 5JS
when? 17th November 2023
time? 10am – 8pm
how much? Free
other info:
- festive food and gift market is open from 10am
- entertainment from 4.45pm
- light switch on at 7pm
Father Christmas on the Farm 2023
where? Walby Farm Park, Walby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4QL
when? 25th November – 24th December 2023
time? 10am – 5.30pm
how much? adults from £18.50, children from £31.45
other info:
- meet Father Christmas and receive a gift
- see reindeers, make your own teddy
- wander through the enchanted forest and more
Penrith Christmas Lights Switch On
where? Penrith, CA11 7SN
when? 18th November 2023
time? 2pm – 8pm
how much? Free
other info:
- afternoon of festive fun
- live bands, entertainment, and Christmas parade
- light switch on at 6pm
Keswick Victorian Fayre
where? Keswick, CA12 5JS
when? 3rd December 2023
time? 10am – 3pm
how much? Free
other info:
- over 30 charity stalls to explore
- Christmas crafts, produce, food, tombolas and more
- Live entertainment on stage in the Market Place and Packhorse Court
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