a list of Christmas events in the Peak District
- holidays
- seasons
With the festive season well and truly upon us it’s time to start planning what festive fun you are going to have this year.
This blog is perfect if you are planning a trip to the Peak District this winter, or you are from the local area. We’ve done all the research for you around what’s on this Christmas and put a list of events below for you. So, whether you are wanting plans with friends or to make some memories with family there will be something for you listed below.
Christmas events
in the Peak District for 2023
Storytime with Father Christmas
where? Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP
when? 2nd December – 23rd December 2023
time? 10am – 4.30pm
how much? adults £12, children £16
other info:
- meet Father Christmas in Chatsworth
- listen to the story about the first Christmas
- make reindeer food and receive a small gift
Peak Rail Santa & Steam Specials
where? Peak Rail, Rowsley South Station, off Harrison Way, Darley Dale, Matlock, DE4 2LF
when? 2nd December – 24th December 2023
time? 10.30am – 4pm
how much? table of 2 from £40, table of 3 from £60, table of 4 from £80, compartment of 6 from £120
other info:
- departing on every Saturday and Sunday of December
- come and see Santa on board a heritage steam train
- seasonal snacks included
Festive Village Santa Experience
where? Matlock Farm Park, Jaggers Lane, Matlock, DE4 5LH
when? 2nd December – 23rd December 2023
time? 10am – 5pm
how much? adults £20, children £30, under 2’s £15
other info:
- selected dates between 2nd and 23rd December
- visit Father Christmas in the festive village
- Christmas crafts with Mrs Claus and more
Christmas Light Walk-Through at Poole’s Cavern
where? Christmas Light Walk-Through at Poole’s Cavern
when? 1st December – 15th December 2023
time? 2pm – 5pm
how much? entry £8.50
other info:
- explore the illuminated 2-million-year-old limestone caverns
- walk through the chambers at your leisure
- guides will be around to ask about the history
The Christmas Toyshop Mystery
where? The Assembly Rooms, The Crescent, Buxton, SK17 6BH
when? 28th November 2023
time? 1.30pm – 6.30pm
how much? adults £15, children £12, family £50
other info:
- join Lucy as she tries to unravel the mysteries
- find clues and help her retrieve her brothers beloved bear
- seasonal adventure and the perfect festive family experience
Christmas at Chatsworth
where? Chatsworth House, Bakewell, DE45 1PP
when? 4th November 2023 – 7th January 2024
time? 10am – 8pm
how much? adults £34, children £19, family (2 adults, up to 3 children) £84
other info:
- 24 rooms decorated with Christmas wonder
- candy cane archways, mistletoe, glittering Christmas trees
- the perfect festive experience for the whole family
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