This is a relaxed session where the experience is slightly reformed to reduce the numbers of guests and minimise loud unexpected noises.
Making noises during the performance will not be discouraged and we have an available chill-out space for anyone who may become overwhelmed.
This relaxed experience is designed to benefit patrons on the autistic spectrum, make involuntary noises, or anyone looking for a more relaxed atmosphere.
Bring the family to celebrate Christmas at St Mary’s Guildhall and enjoy storytelling, gingerbread decorating and seasonal family fun with Father Christmas.
Join Father Christmas for a seasonal sensory story in the great hall, gingerbread decorating in the medieval kitchen, plus enjoy exploring the specular historical rooms along with a range of children’s crafts at the beautifully festively decorated venue.
*Please note this is a group experience which will be shared with other families at the event. Each child will have the opportunity for a short meeting with Father Christmas and they will receive a small chocolate selection box gift.
Bring the family to celebrate Christmas at St Mary’s Guildhall and enjoy storytelling, gingerbread decorating and seasonal family fun with Father Christmas and his helpers on Saturdays in December.
Join Father Christmas for a seasonal story in the great hall, gingerbread decorating in the medieval kitchen, plus enjoy exploring the specular historical rooms along with a range of children’s crafts at the beautifully festively decorated venue.
Please note that the 10:30am timeslot on the 2nd of December is a relaxed timeslot designed to benefit patrons on the autistic spectrum, make involuntary noises, or anyone looking for a more relaxed atmosphere.
Get all your Christmas shopping done from one place.
Join us for Late Night Shopping every Wednesday from 29th November to 20th December 2023.
Come and visit our Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 2nd-3rd December.
Discover handcrafted gifts for the season and support local artists. Unwrap the magic of Christmas.
Neville Staple – From The Specials plays a hometown show at Square One Coventry Sat 02/12 with support from AC30’s and Lobster.
Neville Staple, the Legendary multi-award-winning Front Man From The Specials, Fun Boy Three and Special Beat, also known as The Original Rude Boy, celebrates over 40 years of his super music career, and of the beginning of the 2-Tone movement. He continues to carry the flag for The Specials and Fun Boy Three, with honour and pride, performing hits and classics from his career.
Credited with changing the face of popular music not only once but twice, Neville’s international career is well documented and started out from the early days with Ray King, Pete Waterman (OBE), The Coventry Automatics and his Jah Baddis Sound System, before taking to the stage as a frontman of The Specials. He has performed, written or produced highly acclaimed albums and singles, and his musical awards include MOJO, NME, several Gold, Silver & Platinum Discs and a lifetime achievement award from a school in his home City of Coventry (birthplace of the 2-Tone Movement). He is celebrated as a living legend. Neville continues to write and produce new material, with his recent album being the highly celebrated ‘From The Specials & Beyond’. Neville was chosen to be one of the UK’s ‘National Treasures’ for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pageant list, along with his wife Sugary Staple.
Neville states, “We have lost a lot of my music buddies in recent times, so I will continue to perform in honour of them all. I love to see the massive reactions to the hit songs like Ghost Town, Too Much Too Young and Gangsters, and fans continue to write to me about my rugged, energetic and fun stage presence from back in the day. The way we bring ska to the mainstream is by mixing Jamaican music with the English punky style. I love performing live and always include my Specials hits, along with other classics and career favourites. Every show is like a massive party, where fans of all ages love to dance, stomp or sing – along!”
Neville’s 2-Tone legacy is huge. The movement helped to transcend and defuse racial tensions in Thatcher-era Britain and still resonates in today’s Brexit uncertainties. Neville’s collaborations and shows have included Amy Winehouse, Rancid, Save Ferris, No Doubt, Planet Smashers, Desmond Dekker, The Undertones, The Clash, UB40, The Jam, Sting, Madness, Midge Ure, Kim Appleby, Leee John, Toyah, Hazel O’Connor, Ferry Aid Collective, Bob Marley’s Estate, Bananarama, Dreadzone, Derrick Morgan, Clint Eastwood, Roy & Yvonne, Stranger Cole and Dub Pistols.
Support band The AC30’s are based in the Midlands and concentrate on original Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae, with a dash on 2-Tone. They have been backing band for chart topper Susan Cadogan, Carroll Thompson, Troy Ellis (Son of Alton Ellis), the U.K touring band of Stranger Cole and Alpheus, Derrick Morgan, Dave Barker and Roy & Yvonne. With a set list including The Blues Busters, Pluto Shervington, The Skatalites, Prince Buster, John Holt, Max Romeo, Ken Boothe, Jimmy Cliff, Alton Ellis, Toots and The Maytells along with original material, audiences find it hard keeping off the dance floor! Members have separately recorded and played live with Ken Boothe, Jimmy Cliff, Wyclef Jean, Black Uhuru, Bad Manners, UB40 and The Beat Ft Rankin Rogers.
Lobster is a six-piece reggae, ska, and hip-hop influenced punk band from Birmingham who continually get people skanking around the UK. They’ve shared the stage with a number of incredible bands including: Mad Caddies, The Beat, Solo Banton, Macka B, Dreadzone, OPM, Subhumans, Zion Train, Jaya the Cat, Inner Terrestials, PAIN, Random Hand, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Sonic Boom Six and Citizen Fish.
Attend our Tales of Tea Christmas Party on Friday 8th December – £37.50 per person
Christmas Party package includes:
Celebratory arrival drink.
Indulge in a variety of thoughtfully crafted festive bowl food dishes.
A DJ that will be playing all the classic Christmas tunes for merry-making.
Our restaurant will be fully adorned with festive garlands, wreaths, dazzling Christmas lights and a magnificent tree, creating the perfect ambiance for a Christmas party night out with family, friends, or work colleagues.
We are delighted to announce our first Desi Beats family rave, headlined by DJ Bobby Friction.Join the original family ravers, Big Fish Little Fish, on a multi-sensory dancefloor filled with bubbles, balloons, confetti cannons, fake snow and lots of good vibes.
Share your favourite desi tunes with the whole family at a sound level safe for little ears. Fancy dress is optional but ‘bright and beautiful’ colours are massively encouraged.
All ages are very welcome, but activities are designed with 0-8 years olds in mind. Adult only groups are not permitted and pre-walkers are free, but will still require a ticket.
VenuePlease note that this event is not happening in Warwick Arts Centre. The Copper Rooms is a venue inside of the Student’s Union building directly opposite the main entrance of Warwick Arts Centre.
Come and visit our Winter Craft Fair on Saturday18th-19th November.
Discover handcrafted gifts for the season and support local artists. Unwrap the magic of Christmas!
NOCTURNAL SHOPPERS – We’re your midnight magic makers!
Experience the enchantment of FarGo Village like never before! Our delightful independent businesses are keeping their doors open until 8.30 PM, so you can embark on a shopping journey through the night, surrounded by the twinkling lights of the holiday season.
But that’s not all! Our charming traders are transforming the Market Hall into a treasure trove of extra goodies and one-of-a-kind finds. It’s a perfect opportunity to discover that unique gift or festive treat you’ve been searching for.
And what’s a festive evening without a touch of indulgence? At the Box bar, we’re ready to serve you steaming mugs of mulled wine and boozy hot chocolate that’ll warm your soul. Sip and savor, because this is the season to treat yourself.
But the magic doesn’t stop there! To the jazzy sounds of Coventry Festival’s brass band, you can dance, sway, or simply tap your feet to the beat. It’s a holiday celebration like no other.
So, whether you’re on a mission to find the perfect gift, craving some delicious seasonal delights, or just looking to immerse yourself in the joyful vibes of the season, FarGo Village is your destination. Join us, and let’s make this holiday season unforgettable!
Join us for a magical Christmas experience this December: Skate and See Santa at Planet Ice, starting at just £22 per child! Explore Santa’s enchanting realm*, meet Santa and his elves, receive a special gift, enjoy a corresponding public skate*!
FarGo’s Christmas Bierkeller – One night only! Thursday 14th December 2023 – Doors open at 7.30
Following the huge success of last years event. It’s time to get together and enjoy FarGo’s Christmas Bierkeller 2023!
Ensuring you have a great evening of fun and entertainment are live show band ‘The Bierkeller Schunklers’ – just £12 per person with discounts on group bookings
*Dressing up in a ‘Bavarian Style’ and joining in the fun is strongly encouraged
*Includes pretzels at your table
*Specialty German beers available
*On site food traders available
If you’ve any questions, please email fargo@fargovillage.co.uk. Group bookings under one name will ensure you are seated together. Please let us know in advance by email if you are adding to a group booking or have any access requirements.
We’re delighted to be bringing back this star studded event of Live musical entertainment. Ideal for a Jazz fan’s Christmas party or get together.
For one night only enjoy this fabulous line up!
VOCALIST – LISA MILLETT
Acclaimed vocalist and r record label owner Lisa has worked with some of the most influential figures & labels in dance music; Paul Oakenfold, Frankie Knuckles, Defected & Soulfuric, Jamie Lewis, ATFC & David Penn. For this event she goes back to where she began as graduate of the Royal Academy of Music Jazz course and will dazzle you with her vocal powers.
SAXOPHONIST – MATT TELFER
London based saxophonist Matt Telfer has worked with many great artists such as Tony Bennet, Rick Braun, Chuck Leob, Derek Nash, Dave O’Higgins, and Jim Snidero. Matt has played many of the UK’s great venues and festival including, Ronnie Scotts, Pizza Express, Jazz Cafe, Love Supreme Festival, Canary Wharf Jazz Festival and Ealing Jazz Festival.
TRUMPET – BRUCE ADAMS
For several years Bruce played the Cat Anderson Chair in Pete Long’s Echoes of Ellington culminating in a tour with the Birmingham Royal Ballet playing the Cat Anderson solo on “The Madness in Great Ones. Apart from being a featured guest soloist with the BBC Big Band, Bruce also worked with the band on a freelance basis, playing for Lennie Niehaus, Gerald Wilson, and Patti Austin. Bruce also played in the Cuban Fire Concert with Horatio el Negra Hernandez and Giovanni Hidalgo. Bruce has featured as a guest soloist with the following big bands. Fat Chops Big Band, Nottingham Jazz Orchestra, The Scottish National Orchestra Big Band, Bobby Deans Big band Glasgow, Cote Ouest Big Band Nantes, The Hitchen Big Band Nimes. The Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra, The Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra, The Smokin Big Band Newcastle, and the BBC Big Band.
DRUMMER – AARON MOLONEY
A regular drumming talent on the midland Jazz circuit and organizer of tonight’s event, Aaron’s expertise spans Jazz, Rock, Pop, Funk, and Samba. Aaron is passionate about bringing Jazz to new audiences and teaching people of all ages to get in touch with their inner musician.
PIANO – KEENAN NGO
Born in Cardiff and raised in London, Keenan began his musical career at the age of four. He achieved his DipABRSM at the age of 17 and was offered a place to study at the Royal Northern College of Music. However, Keenan chose to commence his university studies at Royal Holloway, University of London, achieving First-Class Honours in Physics with Music. A rising star on the jazz scene, Keenan has become an in demand jazz piano player and regularly performs at Warwick Arts Centre and at FarGo Village with the Aaron Moloney trio, alongside his career as a medical physicist.
BASS – MARK TROUNSON
A graduate of Goldsmiths College, University of London and the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Mark grew up in Cornwall, playing piano and singing as a child and turning his attention from rock to jazz in his late teens and eventually to the double bass. Mark moved to Leicester in 2013 and has become a stalwart of the East Midlands jazz scene. Mark composes for his own band, ‘Disquiet’ with the release of debut album ‘Malus and Clawback’ set for 2023. He has performed with the likes of Osian Roberts, Pete Churchill and US saxophonist Bill McHenry.
Credits for the photographs:Loz Moore Photography
**The tickets are not refundable
Doors open: 7:30pm
Show Time: 8:30pm
Doors closes: 00:00
Please email fargo@fargovillage.co.uk with any queries
Wander through a magical winter wonderland and snowy scenes before taking a ride on Coventry famous and enchanting vintage sleigh, pulled by two trusty reindeer. Your next stop? Lapland. Write your Christmas wish list, meet Santa in his festive grotto, tell him your Christmas wishes and collect your bespoke gift from a North pole elf.
Santa will welcome you to his sleigh lodge on level 3 of the shopping centre. He will show you a safety video and then take you through to the Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride…
Once on board, led by our very own D.A.S.H, you’ll be transported across the globe (and even into space!) as we give the sleigh a trial flight before Christmas Eve. Hold on to your hats and antlers everyone, this could be a bumpy ride…
After the ride the children will chat with Santa for a few minutes and each child will receive a small chocolate gift.
Seating up to 8 people, this virtual reality experience offers a perfect family attraction during the festive period!
Housed in Santa’s sleigh lodge on level three of the shopping centre, once aboard, you’ll be seamlessly transported into the virtual launch bay using our HD VR headsets. Your intrepid journey will soon begin, along with the incredible range of motions our sleigh has to offer; two front fans and surround sound for a fully immersive 4D experience. Tilting forwards, backwards and side to side, the sleigh’s movements have been specially designed to mirror those of the full 360 degree experience, creating a truly festive feast for the eyes!
TIMINGS
The complete Santa experience is around 15 minutes. Including the Virtual Reality sleigh ride that lasts for three minutes. Santa will be your host, to ensure the children get time to chat with him.
PRICE
£7.50 per person (minimum of two people)
Please note that all visitors must purchase a ticket to gain entry in to the Santa Experience.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Please ensure you arrive on time for the Santa experience, as late entry may not be possible due to demand.
The Santa Experience is located on level 3 of the shopping centre near the green car park doors.
You will be greeted by Santa himself and he will take you to watch the 2 minute safety video for the sleigh ride. You will then board Santa’s sleigh. The VR (virtual reality) sleigh ride requires riders to wear a VR headset. Very young riders that cannot wear the headset, can ride at the front of the sleigh and watch the content on a TV screen. This also applies to riders that suffer from motion sickness, vertigo, seizures or epilepsy. The sleigh ride lasts around 3 minutes and takes you on a journey around the world. Once that ends, Santa will spend a few minutes talking to the children and will give each child a small chocolate gift. The total planned experience time is 15 minutes for each booking.
Whilst there is not an age limit for the ride, each person must be able to support themselves as the ride moves.
Wheelchair users must transfer to the ride to gain the full ride experience. For more details please contact vr@westorchards.co.uk
Book your tickets now: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/west-orchards-shopping-centre?fbclid=IwAR02e6OAnEr5JOvNmGFMnbrWY_vh49XWwYENrjJGMnMSRYDdVwM9eNg0g2k
Dance into December with us in our bedecked Cathedral, complete with a decorated Christmas tree and fairy lights!
Enjoy three hours of festive fun with a live band to keep you moving and a caller to guide you through the steps – it’s perfect for the absolute beginner or the experienced Ceilidh dancer.
Come prepared with sensible footwear and loose clothing as you do warm up quickly! There will be a bar providing refreshments (and maybe a mince pie or two) and plenty of seating so you can have a rest when needed.
Book your tickets here and in return we can promise you an evening full of good tidings and joy – the perfect Christmas activity!
Book tickets here: https://www.coventrycathedral.org.uk/events/christmas-ceilidh-in-the-cathedral/booking
Events like this help us raise funds to pay for the of the Cathedral, continue our charitable work and keep our doors open for all.
1st – 3rd December
We’re excited to introduce our first seasonal family weekend to celebrate all things Christmas!
Ceilidh in the Cathedral
1st December, 7pm-10pm
Dance into December with us in our bedecked Cathedral, complete with a decorated Christmas tree and fairy lights!
Book tickets: https://www.coventrycathedral.org.uk/events/christmas-ceilidh-in-the-cathedral
Christmas Market
2nd December, 10am – 2pm
Shop local this year with our independent creative stallholders.
Let’s Make
2nd December, 10am-3pm
Craft your own luminous lantern in preparation for Light in our Darkness.
Nativity!
2nd December, 4pm (SOLD OUT) & 7pm screenings
It’s time to sparkle and shine! The festive classic you know and love returns to where it was filmed, here in the heart of Coventry.
Light in our Darkness
3rd December, 6.30pm
Join us in a darkened Cathedral for this special service of music and readings for Advent. Looking towards the light and hope of Christmas.
Find out more: https://www.coventrycathedral.org.uk/worship-music/services
As part of our “Step Into Christmas” series of events leading into Advent, we’re delighted to be screening Nativity!
It’s time to sparkle and shine! The festive classic you know and love returns to where it was filmed, here in the heart of Coventry.
Watch Mr. Maddens and his rag-tag bunch bring their Christmas cheer for all to see, as the white lie about a Hollywood producer coming to see their Nativity play takes the city by storm. There’s music, there’s laughter and they might even have a donkey!
This screening will be taking place in the Cathedral Nave so please bring blankets and cushions to make sure you are comfy and cosy.
There will also be hot choc and Christmas treats to get us in the spirit.
The film is rated U.
More details of ‘Step into Christmas’ coming soon!
Tickets:
Adult: £9
Child (under16’s): £6
Concession (under 25’s, over 65’s, Disabled): £7
Family (2 adults + 2 Children): £25
Under 3’s: Free
No additional booking fee.
https://www.coventrycathedral.org.uk/events/kick-off-christmas-nativity
If you have any access needs please don’t hesitate to get in touch events@coventrycathedral.org.uk
Times
Doors: 6:30pm
Film Starts: 7pm
Running time approx. 1h45min
Experience sumptuous harmonies in an idyllic, festive setting…
Selling out every year, G4 will be back on the road in 2023 with their biggest and best Christmas tour to date!
With a series of 34 shows in beautiful venues nationwide, join Jonathan, Lewis, Mike and Duncan as they recall the musical experiences of their childhoods.
Expect to hear timeless classics such as When A Child is Born, Silent Night and All I Want For Christmas, as well as delightful medleys to evoke the Christmas spirit, all delivered exquisitely in some of the UK’s most iconic historical venues.
VIP ‘Meet & Greet’ tickets are available, including a pre-show Meet & Greet with G4 at 6pm for all “G4 Christmas” tour dates.
#G4Christmas
For wheelchair/access bookings, please email nathan@amickproductions.co.uk with your phone number and requirements.
If you’re thinking of bringing a group along (5 or more people), then you might like to get a no obligation travel quote from The Coach Company HERE
TIMINGS
Thursday 7th December
18:45 – Doors open
19:30 – Concert begins
Duration 2 hours
PROGRAMME
Strauss – Die Fledermaus Overture
Strauss – Trisch-Trasch Polka
Tchaikovsky – Sleeping Beauty Waltz
Brahms – Hungarian Dance No. 5
Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker Suite
Strauss – Blue Danube Waltz
ABOUT
Always a winning concert, with a combination of pieces that our audience loves, this concert celebrates the magic of Christmas and brings people together for a sensational evening of wonderful music.
Tchaikovsky’s elegant Nutcracker Suite leads on from Brahms’ serious Hungarian Dance No. 5, before Strauss II introduces us to the boundless exuberance of the Polish March in his Trisch-Trasch Polka. In the concert’s penultimate work Tchaikovsky transports the evening to the magical halls of snowy Tsarist Russia with a regal waltz from his ballet Sleeping Beauty. The evening reaches its climax with the famous Blue Danube Waltz, not only proving the crowning jewel of a fabulous night’s worth of music, but the coronation of Johann Strauss II as the master of the Viennese waltz.
REFUND POLICY
We are really sorry but we are not able to offer refunds for our events. However, if the event cannot go ahead for any reason, including Covid-19 restrictions, it will be rescheduled and moved to an alternative date and your tickets will also be transferred to this new date.
Join us for ROARsome fun this Christmas, as Dinosaur experiences presents Santa Claws! Experience a Raptor training show, led by joyful elves, where guests will be taught how to command a velociraptor, making it roar and dance.
Following the show, there will be an exciting meet and greet!
Saturday 9th December 2023 | Infant on lap (0-3) – Free
Christmas starts here! Get in the Christmas mood at our annual concert in aid of Coventry & Warwickshire Children’s Charity featuring:
Coventry Cathedral Chorus
Brass Band of Central England (formerly Jaguar Land Rover Band)
Coventry Cathedral Girl Choristers
Heart of England School
There will be a wide variety of your favourite Christmas tunes and carols – something for everyone – so come and start your Christmas countdown here and support this wonderful local charity.
Interval refreshments will be available
Tickets available on the door on the day of the concert
Ticket queries: contact Jill Pacey at tickets@coventrycathedralchorus.com or on 01676 532436
In the stillness of a church, where candles glow… comes the luminous sound of a choir in quiet harmony.
The singers will envelop you with a spellbinding sequence of seasonal favourites, little-known gems and inspirational new music. Add a climactic audience carol and a selection of readings that capture the mystery – and humour – of Christmas, and you won’t want to miss this popular, atmospheric concert.
“A truly wonderful, imaginative programme telling the Christmas story in all its guises” Birmingham Post
Based in Birmingham and acclaimed as “one of Britain’s very best choirs”, Ex Cathedra’s visits to Coventry Cathedral have become an annual tradition in recent years, with tickets selling out last year. Early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.
This concert will end at approximately 10pm.
Refreshments will be available to purchase.
And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed’
A highlight of the Chorus’ season for us all is always the performance of Handel’s Messiah and this year, we are thrilled to be performing this wonderful work in Coventry Cathedral. Surely, there’s no better way to prepare for Christmas than through the story of the birth, ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Parts of the cathedral will be candlelit for this performance. Refreshments available during the interval.
Doors will open at 6.00pm.
Tickets will sold on the door at the full price of £25. The discounted price of £20 is available in advance only.
For ticket queries contact Jill Pacey at tickets@coventrycathedralchorus.com or phone 01676 532436
We’re unwrapping the ultimate gift this festive season – a massive, sparkling big wheel, right in the heart of the city. But that’s not all, we’re sprinkling a dash of enchantment with a festive market that promises to be a treasure trove of delicious eats, delightful drinks, and one-of-a-kind gifts.
Discover a range of items that talented local people have created.
The perfect opportunity to find a unique Christmas gift or to treat yourself!
Pop along between 10am and 3pm on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th November.
Throughout the festive period daytime visitors can discover the lavishly decorated guildhall including two real 18ft Christmas Trees visitors can also follow a fun festive trail around the Guildhall and discover clues based on the history of Christmas traditions. Suitable for children and for those young at heart!
Storytelling with Father Christmas
Dates: Saturdays in December (2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd)
Suitable for: All ages
Details: Join Father Christmas for a seasonal story in the great hall, gingerbread decorating in the medieval kitchen, plus enjoy exploring the specular historical rooms along with a range of children’s crafts at the beautifully festively decorated venue.
*Please note this is a group experience which will be shared with other families at the event.
Victorian Christmas
Dates: Wednesday 6th December
Times: 11 am and 2 pm
Suitable for: Ages 8+
Details: Experience a special Victorian themed experience at St Mary’s Guildhall. Including Carols by the Christmas Tree in the Great Hall, mulled wine and mince pies, plus a special one actor performance of highlights from Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol.
Visit our website to find out more information and book your tickets.
Christmas Lunch and Festive Afternoon Tea
To complete the experience, guests can enjoy brunch, lunch or afternoon tea in Tales of Tea – the atmospheric restaurant located in the Undercroft of St Mary’s Guildhall. Christmas culinary experience available from November 27th – 23rd December.
*Advance booking required subject to availability.
Visit our website to make a booking.
As part of our “Step Into Christmas” series of events leading into Advent, we’re delighted to be screening some classic Christmas films!
It’s time to sparkle and shine! The festive classic you know and love returns to where it was filmed, here in the heart of Coventry.
Watch Mr. Maddens and his rag-tag bunch bring their Christmas cheer for all to see, as the white lie about a Hollywood producer coming to see their Nativity play takes the city by storm. There’s music, there’s laughter and they might even have a donkey!
This screening will be taking place in the Cathedral Nave so please bring blankets and cushions to make sure you are comfy and cosy.
There will also be hot choc and Christmas treats to get us in the spirit.
The film is rated U.
More details of ‘Step into Christmas’ coming soon!
Tickets:
Adult: £9
Child (under16’s): £6
Concession (under 25’s, over 65’s, Disabled): £7
Family (2 adults + 2 Children): £25
Under 3’s: Free
No additional booking fee.
https://www.coventrycathedral.org.uk/events/kick-off-christmas-nativity
If you have any access needs please don’t hesitate to get in touch events@coventrycathedral.org.uk
Times
Doors: 3:30pm
Film Starts: 4pm
Running time approx. 1h45min
Pioneers of folk-rock, Steeleye Span changed the face of the genre forever, taking it out of small clubs and into the world of gold discs and international tours. Five decades on and the band continue to celebrate their famous past alongside their recent history. That is true of their latest release, the Green Man Collection – bringing together tracks from their recent albums with new versions of three Steeleye classics (including a reworking of ‘Hard Times’ featuring Status Quo’s Francis Rossi and a cover of Elvis Costello’s ‘Shipbuilding’. The title track “The Green Man” is of special interest to Steeleye fans, a song by Bob Johnson – a member of the band throughout the seventies and responsible for many of their classic ballads from the era. Previously lost for 40 years, the song addressed the issue of climate change long before it became such a widespread topic.
For the fourth year running, Big Fish Little Fish returns to rave… In the nave!
This year’s theme is ‘animal fantastical’ so expect to swing, slither, and sashay your way into 2024 under the magnificent stained-glass windows of Coventry Cathedral!
On the decks will be all-around superstar DJ, Joe Hunt with a wicked, nostalgic mix of house, garage, and bassline for you to really shake a tail feather to – with the kids! The family-only dancefloor will be filled with bubbles, balloons, snow foam, confetti cannons, and a giant parachute dance finale. Plus, have a snuggle with your loved one during the ‘Midnight Moment Countdown’ <3
Your ticket includes:
2 hours of wicked adult dance music
NYE-themed craft activity
Cupcake decorating
Baby Chill Out Area with small ball pool, mats and tents
Toddler tents, tunnels and mega blocks
Playdough table
Giant colouring-in mural
Free children’s squash
The ‘animal fanastical’ theme is optional (but massively encouraged!) and a licensed bar will be available for a bevvy or two! This is a ‘light and bright’ (and very beautiful) venue and is being held on the 30th of December (the day before NYE)
Ticket Details
Big Fish Ticket (adult) : £14
Little Fish (child): £12
Mini Fish Ticket (not yet walking): FREE
A School of Fishes (2 adult + 2 kids): £48
(no hidden admin fees)
Please Note:
● Parents remain responsible for their children at all times.
● For families with younger children (8s and under) but all ages welcome.
● Pre-walking infants must be ticketed but are FREE.
● No adult-only groups allowed.
● Max of 3 children per adult. Larger party groups have one adult per two children. If there are over 4 adults per child in your group please email sophie@bigfishlittlefishevents.co.uk for pre-approval before buying tickets.
● Each member of your group must have a ticket. Will cost more on the door (if tickets are available) .
● Please be aware that events are standing with limited seating, and events hold around 500 people at each party. Each event is stewarded and risk assessed in advance
● Please be aware that as this event takes place in Coventry Cathedral with it’s magnificent etched windows, it will be light inside.
● BFLF sets and monitors the volume using World Health Organization guidelines – so that it is at a safe level for everyone, even the youngest babies, over the duration of the event. Though quieter than at adult events, it is still loud enough to feel like you are at a club. Most parents do not use ear defenders on their children but if yours are particularly sensitive to noise or if you want them to nap then you might want to consider it.
● Buggies must be left in buggy park and will not be allowed on the dance floor
● We may photograph/film parts of the event and by entering you are giving your permission for these to be used for BFLF or Coventry Cathedral promotion purposes.
● Please be aware that BFLF is designed to provide a family-friendly, authentic club experience and is not a traditional children’s party or disco. There will be no kid’s music, games, or DJ shout-outs. The effect is to give families unity on the dancefloor – dancing together
● DJs will be announced in advance via social media but may be subject to unavoidable change.
The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood…
Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?
Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103.
“Warm, witty and beautifully made… a fantastic family favourite”***** LondonTheatre1
“Perfect children’s entertainment”**** The Scotsman
The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004 – Macmillan Children’s Books
Ceilidh in the Cathedral returns!
For one night in June, the Cathedral Ruins are your dance floor as we come together for a jolly knees up. Twirl through summer with an evening of merry jigging, new friends and lots of laughter.
Enjoy 3 hours of the best fun with a live band to keep you moving and a caller to guide you through the steps – it’s perfect for the absolute beginner or the experienced Ceilidh dancer.
Come prepared with sensible footwear and loose clothing as you do warm up quickly! There will be a bar providing refreshments and plenty of seating so you can have a rest when needed.
Book your tickets here and in return we can promise you an evening full of joy and merriment – the perfect boost to get you through the last weeks before summer break.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay at Coventry Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Programme:
Clocks
Shiver
Speed of Sound
Fix You
Paradise
Something Just Like This
Adventure of a Lifetime
Hymn for the Weekend
Yellow
My Universe
The Scientist
Timings
Concert starts at 7:30pm and lasts for 1 hour with no interval.
Doors open 6:30pm and late entry is not permitted.
Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the run-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi’s timeless classic, The Four Seasons, in the spectacular candlelit setting of Coventry Cathedral. Featuring some of the UK’s most exceptional performers, the The Piccadilly Sinfonietta will treat you to a feast of classical masterpieces! We are also delighted to include a performance of Mozart’s famous piano concerto in C Major, a favourite with audiences around world and also Corelli’s exquisite Christmas Concerto, the perfect additions to our festive programme for you!
‘Stunning’ Classic FM
Programme
Corelli – Christmas Concerto
Mozart – Piano Concerto in C major, K467
(Interval)
Vivaldi – Four Seasons
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Violin soloist to be confirmed
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Since its formation in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta have become a regular feature on the UK concert scene, giving up to 100 performances a year in some of the country’s most beautiful and prestigious venues. The ensemble comprises some of the most prodigious musical talent and performs exclusively with leading virtuoso soloists. The group performs under the artistic direction of its founder, concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith and focuses on the virtuoso concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical and early romantic periods.
Here’s a short video extract of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta performing Vivaldi:
Celebrating 40 years on the road, Dillie, Liza and Adèle, Britain’s raciest and sassiest musical cabaret trio, are bringing their brand-new show to theatres across the UK.
Fascinating Aïda have racked-up millions of internet followers, performed in the world’s most prestigious venues and been showered with awards and plaudits since they sashayed onto the scene back in 1983.
Uniquely charming, with diamond-sharp satire, filthy, hilarious, belligerent, political, poignant and outrageous, this indomitable trio are still the mistresses of their craft. Marking this astonishing milestone, the show will feature much-loved favourites and some wickedly hilarious new songs. If you’ve been delighted by Dogging, sung-along to Cheap Flights or shared their rudest ever Christmas song, don’t miss the chance to celebrate with these unstoppable performers in their glorious prime!
‘Cabaret Heaven’ ★★★★★Metro
‘Outrageous… seductive’ ★★★★Guardian
‘I can’t recommend this show highly enough’ ★★★★★ Mail on Sunday
‘Hilarious’ ★★★★Telegraph
‘Sophisticated satirical songs, performed by jazz-age cabaret muso-dames … Hips! Lips! Tits! Power!’ ★★★★★ Stewart Lee
With Michael Roulston on piano. Directed by Paul Foster.
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star. His recording of ‘Walking in the Air’, from the animated film The Snowman, firmly established him as a household name and he has become an integral part of the nation’s festivities.
Equally at home on the classical stage, or starring in musical theatre productions in London West End, his credits include lead roles in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Irving Berlin’s White Christmas.
As a singer, Aled is in demand globally and has performed in the world’s most iconic venues, from London’s Royal Albert Hall to the Sydney Opera House. A favourite with the Royal Family, he even gave a private performance to King Charles III in Kensington Palace.
He is an award-winning television broadcaster and radio presenter who’s interviewed hundreds of A-List stars over the years. He heads up BBC’s Songs of Praise and his own Saturday and Sunday morning shows on Classic FM.
Now, after 40 years in the business, he’s looking back on a remarkable career with a one-man show, that will feature never-before-heard music, tales from the decades and for the first time, his story told in his own words. It’s time to come Full Circle.
Get ready for a dazzling adventure with TSG’s upcoming pantomime, “Dick Whittington”!
Streets paved with gold?! Who could resist? Well, certainly not Dick Whittington! Join us on a fantastical journey through the enchanting streets of London as Dick, our courageous but cash-strapped hero, embarks on a quest to find fame and fortune.
But beware, lurking in the shadows is the infamous Queen Rat and her menacing army of rodents, hell-bent on sabotaging Dick’s plans! Fear not though, for he is guided by the magical Fairy Mary-Le-Bow, befriended by a rough and tumbling street cat, Tommy, and aided by the swashbuckling pirate, Calico Jack.
Prepare for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, extraordinary dance routines, and chart-topping music as we follow Dick on his quest!
Three Spires Guildhall breathes new life into this classic family pantomime, guaranteeing an evening of cheers, boos, infectious dancing, and wide grins that will linger like the Cheshire cat’s.
Climb aboard and set sail with us in search of fortune in this fun and frolicking family Pantomime! Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime. Book your tickets today!
his season, Planet Ice present a fun filled version of the Wizard of Oz adapted by the Show & Skate class of amateur skaters and supported by their Professional on Tour cast.
This is an ultimate Classic for the entire family to enjoy. You will journey with Dorothy, Toto, and much-loved characters through a story of how you can transform yourself and others, for the better through generosity, kindness, and compassion.
Let us transport you into Oz with some of your favourite songs, amazing lighting production and beautiful on ice skate performances. This show has something for everyone and will leave you with that warm fun filled feeling;
“Toto, I’ve got a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.”
Guaranteed to fill the hearts of young and old with the spirit of Christmas.
This show features amateur local skaters who have learnt their craft through Planet Ice’s Learn To Skate programme, giving the skaters a real moment to remember under the spotlight.
Bring your little ones to see Santa, Ellie the Elf and the gang!
They have been so busy getting the presents ready for all of the children around the world that they have forgotten to get ready for Christmas themselves. Rudolph and Mouse are very sad that the workshop has no decorations or a Christmas tree and that there are no presents for them! They are going to need the help of all the children in the audience to make Christmas as special as it should be.
Santa’s Sparkly Surprise is the fifth show in the series written by Iain Lauchlan for the preschool audience. It will offer just as much fun, interaction and great songs to sing as all the others and the show will, of course, have a great storyline that the children can get involved in. So join us to get the festive season off to a magical start by helping Rudolph and Mouse bring Christmas to the North Pole and meeting Santa to give him your Christmas list and receiving an early Christmas gift from him.
Don’t miss it!
The country’s best comedians are coming to us for a spectacular all-star festive show!Headlining is the one and only David O’Doherty, star of 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown and his own Channel 4 show ‘Along For The Ride’ don’t miss David (and his tiny plastic keyboard) live.
‘When a stand-up gig goes this well, you do get a sense of how religions are started’ – The Guardian
Joining David is an astounding bill with Scotland’s comedy queen and breakout Taskmaster star Fern Brady, viral sensation Josh Pugh, fast-rising newcomer Kyrah Gray and the phenomenal Jen Brister as host.
A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood… Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Christmas Makers Market is coming back for 2023!
We are thrilled to be bringing our Christmas Makers Markets back this winter, after a big Christmas last year. We’re ready to bring the festive season of fiercely independent gifting back in FarGo style!
Join us this winter for your one stop shop for fiercely independent Christmas shopping, with lovingly handcrafted gifts, amazing local designers and some fabulously festive vibes!
Get the date in your diaries- Christmas is coming!
2nd of December from 11am – 5pm
3rd of December from 11am – 4pm
If you are interested in trading at this event, applications are open! For further information, to book your place or for any questions, please get in touch – markets@fargovillage.co.uk
Deadline for applications is: 10th August midnight
Christmas Makers Market is coming back for 2023!
We are thrilled to be bringing our Christmas Makers Markets back this winter, after a big Christmas last year. We’re ready to bring the festive season of fiercely independent gifting back in FarGo style!
Join us this winter for your one stop shop for fiercely independent Christmas shopping, with lovingly handcrafted gifts, amazing local designers and some fabulously festive vibes!
Get the date in your diaries- Christmas is coming!
9th of December from 11am – 5pm
10th of December from 11am – 4pm
If you are interested in trading at this event, applications are open! For further information, to book your place or for any questions, please get in touch – markets@fargovillage.co.uk
Deadline for applications is: 10th August midnight
Each year we are totally overwhelmed by compliments and positive feedback from the food, the entertainment, the staff to the games marquee. We work hard on delivering you The Best Christmas Party Ever!
This festive season we present our amazing MOULIN ROUGE themed cabaret spectacular!
We dare you to try an evening of French frivolity for this year’s festive party.
Make your Christmas all the merrier – Moulin Rouge style!
Mesdames et Messieurs – this is our tribute to that Parisian pageant of passion and the performance arts.
This is the show that shocked and rocked Victorian sensibilities.
It is the cabaret that created the high-kicking, skirt-swishing can-can. It’s exotic. It’s energetic – it’s exciting!
We offer the best Christmas and New Year’s Eve Parties around so If you’re looking to book in Coventry, Warwickshire or The Midlands, we’re the place for you.
Celebrate this Christmas in the iconic Telegraph Hotel. Perfect for family gatherings, friends, or a works get-together to celebrate the festive season in our Forme & Chase restaurant.
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to your local theatre for a dazzling production of the most famous ballet in the world – The Nutcracker.
Featuring a live Orchestra with over 30 musicians.
Snow flurries, sweets, princes, magic, and love are just some of the elements that will be brought together. A highly accessible ballet, full of familiar music such as the Waltz of the Flowers and the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
This ballet continues to capture the hearts and imaginations of all generations across the world. It is a truly captivating piece of theatre, a wonderful introduction to ballet whilst retaining its appeal for anyone who is familiar with it.
Join us this Autumn, to see The Nutcracker, the eternal seasonal favourite!
Tickets for the Belgrade’s legendary 2023 panto are on sale now!
The best-loved of all pantomimes, Cinderella is the all-time classic ‘rags-to-riches’ tale. Glass slippers, the Fairy Godmother, a pumpkin stagecoach and Prince Charming – it’s got all the ingredients for the perfect family Christmas treat – and you even get two Dames for the price of one with the Ugly Sisters!
Written by and starring Coventry’s favourite dame Iain Lauchlan, Cinderella will feature the lavish sets, outrageous costumes and magical mayhem that makes a trip to the Belgrade such an unmissable treat for thousands of families every year.
A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood… Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake.
Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures?
After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo–is there?
Songs, laughs and monstrous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the much-loved show that’s toured Britain and the world!
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved Tales from Acorn Wood stories are brought to life on stage for the first time in an enchanting lift-the-flap experience.
Poor old Fox has lost his socks! Are they in the kitchen or inside the clock? And Rat-a-tat-tat! Who’s that keeping tired Rabbit awake? You can also join in with Pig and Hen’s game of hide-and-seek and discover the special surprise Postman Bear is planning for his friends.
Packed full of toe-tapping songs, puppetry, and all the friends from Acorn Wood, this beautiful show from the team that brought you Dear Zoo Live and Dear Santa promises to be the perfect treat for children of all ages.
Available on Sunday 10th & 17th December
Bring the family together this festive season for a three-course meal at our historic country-house hotel.
Please indicate in the “notes” section you preferred sitting time or call 02476 430 536 to book your slot. Times start from 12:30pm.
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Adults – £55.00 per person
Children* – £27.50 per child
History has been rewritten! The King has claimed the Abbey and thrown open the doors for all to enjoy a Christmas feast. Join us for a night of mirth, merriment and festivities.
Fun, feasting, drinking and laughter will fill your evening and deliver a truly enjoyable event. Perfect for your Christmas celebrations! Dress smart or in full mediaeval attire to enhance your experience!
Your evening will include:
Mead on arrival
Four course feast
Goblets of wine & ale
Stage show & after party
Smart casual dress or mediaeval attire
Suitable for ages 16+
Arrival: 7:00pm – 7:30pm
Borde: 7:45pm
Bar until 12:30am (11:00pm on Sunday)
After party until 1:00am (11:30pm on Sunday)
Why not extend your visit to Coombe Abbey with an overnight stay?