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.