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UNTIL 01 JANUARY NATIVITY TRAIL Bodenham Arboretum, Wolverley, Kidderminster, DY11 5TB Something for all the family. Follow the stars and answer the Christmas questions as you go before reaching the LIVE Nativity Scene in the barn buildings; you may even be lucky enough to see a new-born baby donkey. Once all the questions are answered bring it back to the Visitor Centre and post it in the letter box so that it can be scored to see if you win the prize. The winners will be announced at the end of the Christmas Season. Nativity Trail included in normal admission into the grounds.

UNTIL 09 JANUARY WINTER GLOW – FOUR AMAZING FESTIVE EXPERIENCES IN MALVERN Immerse yourself in all things seasonal, with an impressive line-up of activities and excitement on offer in Malvern this winter. Build your own Christmas adventure by choosing any combination from the festive experiences from ice skating on one of the region’s largest covered real ice rinks, afterwards visit our indoor Ice Cafe for a Hot Chocolate or Mulled Wine. You can journey on our Arctic Express land train, visit the Elves workshop and meet Santa with personalised grotto experiences. Head out on our Illuminated Light Trail, featuring Light Tunnels, Giant Flowers, Lake with dancing Water Fountains, and a warming Fire Garden. See the Malvern skyline from a birds-eye view, in the town’s first ever Giant Observation Wheel located within our new Festival Food Quarter. Tickets from £12 www.winterglow.co.uk 01-31 DECEMBER ARCTIC ANIMALS TRAIL AND CRAFTS The Commandery, Sidbury, Worcester, WR1 2HU. Activities £2 Can you help Bernard the Polar bear find all of his friends before his party? A snowstorm has blown in and Bernard’s friends are hidden in the snow! Arctic animals are hidden around the museum, and at the end you’ll get chance to craft your own seal, narwhale or polar bear! There will also be some messy sensory arctic play! Admission applies.

02-05 DECEMBER PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY Museum of Royal Worcester Bring the kids or come with your friends and enjoy creative festive fun at the Museum of Royal Worcester Paint-your-own-Pottery Studio. Choose from a fabulous range of bisque, such as dog bowls, money boxes, mince pie plates, mugs, bird boxes, plus jolly Santa figures, Christmas tree dishes and festive decorations to make personalised Christmas or birthday gifts. Relax with refreshments and treat yourself to some creative therapy. We are open over Christmas and New Year, every weekend and school holidays. www.museumofroyalworcester.org

06-15 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL Worcester Cathedral, 8 College Yard. Visit the glittering Christmas Tree Festival around the Cathedral ‘s medieval Cloister. The sparkling Christmas trees are innovatively and individually designed and decorated by local schools, charities, businesses and organisations. They are a wonderful sight to be enjoyed by all the family. The Christmas Tree Festival is very popular and we recommend booking a timed entry slot to visit as we will limit the number of people in the Cloister. Tickets between Mon 6 and Wed 15 December are available in 14 minute time slots starting at 11am up to the last entry of 4pm . Entry is free to see the Christmas Tree Festival, but donations are appreciated.

06 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP The Anchor Pub & Kitchen, 54 Diglis Road, Worcester A fun and festive evening creating a unique masterpiece. All tools and materials are provided as well as expert tuition and demonstration from Jen Pawley a fully qualified florist who mainly specialists in wedding and event floral design. 7pm-9pm

07-16 DECEMBER WORCESTERSHIRE ARTISTS EXHIBITION Hartlebury Castle, Hartlebury, DY11 7XZ This takes place in the Great Hall, pick up the perfect gift for Christmas! Enjoy a variety of arts and crafts including oils, pastels, watercolour, acrylics, pencil, quilting, embroidery, wood turning, cards, engraved glass, stained glass, printmaking, & jewellery. Watch art demonstrations and sign up to artist masterclasses. Normal whole site admission fees apply. 09-12 DECEMBER PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY Museum of Royal Worcester Bring the kids or come with your friends and enjoy creative festive fun at the Museum of Royal Worcester Paint-your-own-Pottery Studio. Choose from a fabulous range of bisque, such as dog bowls, money boxes, mince pie plates, mugs, bird boxes, plus jolly Santa figures, Christmas tree dishes and festive decorations to make personalised Christmas or birthday gifts. Relax with refreshments and treat yourself to some creative therapy. We are open over Christmas and New Year, every weekend and school holidays. Discover our festive opening times and booking info at www.museumofroyalworcester.org

10 DECEMBER MUSEUM AFTER HOURS Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum End your week the perfect way: enjoy the Museum collections out of hours with music and a cocktail in hand! We will be celebrating the rich local musical talent with a variety of performers from classical to more contemporary, and serving a range of themed delicious drinks. Join us for our Christmas edition of Museum After Hours! Back by popular demand, Ed Steelefox will be providing energetic and fun alternative Christmas sounds to enjoy as you sip one of our Christmas-inspired cocktails. It’s the perfect opportunity to shop to your hearts content, with a one-night-only 10% off the handmade items and stunning artworks

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in the Crafted for You exhibition! That’s our Christmas gift to you! Free entry, donations welcomed. This event is drop in, and drinks are only served at tables. Cash bar preferred, but card payments can be taken downstairs if needed. 5:30pm-8pm.

SHAKESPEARE AND BEYOND: A UNIQUE FESTIVE EVENING A Festive Shakespeare evening from Malvern Theatres Youth Group at Tudor House Museum, Friar Street, Worcester We are thrilled to be offering a special festive fundraising event in collaboration with Malvern Theatres this December. Malvern Theatres Young Company presents an hour of Christmas readings and song from Shakespeare to the present day. After the performance, there will be an unusual opportunity to see the museum by night. The evening will end with Champagne being served, and a chance to meet the performers from Malvern Theatres Young Company. Please note that tickets are only available direct through Malvern Theatres - calling them on 01684 892277. Tickets cost £20, which includes champagne. 7pm-9:30pm.

11 DECEMBER BREAKFAST WITH SANTA! Cock of Tupsley, Hampton Dene Road, HR1 1UX Make it a Christmas to remember and see your little ones eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa.Our popular ticket only event includes arts and crafts followed by meeting Santa in his grotto. Tickets are: £5 per child & £7.50 per adult Call now on 01432274911 to book your ticket. 10am.

LUNCH WITH SANTA Rainbow Hill Centre, Worcester Join us for a fantastic Christmas party for all the family at the rainbow hill centre on Saturday 11th December. The event will begin with party games And activities, followed by a festive party lunch. Santa will attend the event and will be bringing a present for everyone. 11am-2pm

HANDEL MESSIAH Worcester Cathedral, WR1 2LA Worcester Festival Choral Society is delighted to continue its long-awaited return - and historic 160th concert season - with a truly beautiful choral great! A memorable evening of glorious, choral music in the majestic setting of Worcester Cathedral, Worcester Festival Choral Society’s Messiah is the region’s ultimate Christmas concert. Doors Open at 6:45pm. Starts at 7:30pm.

11-12 DECEMBER BREAKFAST WITH SANTA! Churchfields Farm, Salwarpe, Droitwich WR9 0AF Make Christmas extra special for your little ones with a Churchfields Breakfast with Santa Experience! Start with a delicious farmers breakfast in our festive barn, then our elves will escort you to a very special, socially distanced, group audience with the big man himself. After some quality time with Father Christmas, the

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children can choose their own present to take home and keep them going until the big day! £8 NEW FOR 2021 – After your Breakfast with Santa, you can also visit the Churchfields Elves to write your special letter to Santa, make Reindeer Food and take part in our Festive Fairy Trail. Adults tickets include a Churchfields Farmers Breakfast with fruit juice, tea or filter coffee. The Children’s ticket includes Little Farmers Breakfast, juice and a present from Santa.

12 DECEMBER MATILDA JR The Woodrow Community Centre, Worcestershire, B98 7RY The Harlequins Theatre presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. Based on the beloved book ‘Matilda’ by Roald Dahl and adapted from the awardwinning full-length musical, Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical, JR tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to make a stand and change her own destiny. Tickets are £10 available online www.ticketsource.co.uk/ theharlequinsdramagroup.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR IN THE CLOISTERS Forge Mill Needle Museum & Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre, Needle Mill Lane, Redditch B98 8HY Come and join us for some seasonal fun! Browse for gifts in our covered cloisters area and enjoy some Christmas music alongside some festive refreshments. A variety of craft stalls offering unique Christmas gifts Festive music and light refreshments Visit Father Christmas in his grotto (11am-3pm). Free entry 11am-4pm.

TEME VALLEY CHRISTMAS MARKET The Talbot at Knightwick, Bromyard Road, Worcester, WR6 5PH Christmas market and everyone is welcome! Come along and see Santa, Choir singers, Christmas carol singers! Lots of stalls and all things Christmassy! 10:30am-1:30pm.

SANTA DASH Worcestershire County Cricket Club, New Road, Worcester Join St Richards in a festive 2 mile ‘dash’ around the river! This family friendly fun-run is guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit! Join St. Richards Hospice in a festive 2 mile ‘dash’, jog or walk around the river! This family friendly fun-run is guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit and wearing a Santa Suit is a must! Starting at Worcestershire County Cricket Club, dash around the river to Diglis and finish at South Quay for festive refreshments! Adults: £15 Under 16’s: £10 Under 3’s: Free. Your registration fee covers the cost of the event so we appreciate any sponsorship raised and suggest a fundraising target of £40 per person. FREE Santa suit for every participant! (please note that under 3’s will not be provided with a Santa suit) We ho-ho-hope to see you there! 9am - 12:30pm.

13 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS TABLE DECORATION - MAKE YOUR OWN Brinsop Court Estate, The Office, Brinsop Court, Brinsop, HR4 7AX Create your own Christmas Table Decoration and fundraise for Herefordshire Charities in the process - What’s not to like! Come and join the Rotary Helping Herefordshire Committee for a demonstration on how to make the perfect festive centre-piece then set to making your own. All materials will be provided on the day along with lunch, a glass of fizz or mulled cider and a raffle. Lunch will be a warming delicious soup served with Artisan bread. There will be a tea and coffee station with mince pies too. A great way to get into the Christmas spirit with your friends whilst taking in the amazing views in this beautiful location. £40 per person. 11am.

14 DECEMBER HEREFORD FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT Hereford Cathedral, 5 College Cloisters Cathedral Close, Hereford Join us at this ever popular family Christmas concert being held in Hereford Cathedral featuring a showcase of local musical talent including The Herefordshire Youth Concert Band; Hereford Police Choir; Marches Military Wives Choir; Weobley High School Choir; Stretton Sugwas Academy Primary School Choir and Hereford Fanfare Trumpets. Doors open at 6.30pm. www.courtyard.org.uk/abf by email: boxoffice@courtyard.org.uk.

15 DECEMBER THE MAYOR’S CHARITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT BY THE ELGAR CHORALE Worcester Guildhall, High Street An evening of Christmas carols and readings in the beautiful Guildhall Assembly Room. The Elgar Chorale conducted by Piers Maxim, readers : Gabrielle Bullock and Tim Watson. All proceeds will benefit the Mayor’s Charities ASPIE and STROKE ASSOCIATION 7:30pm to 10:30pm

15-23 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS DISCO Bring your little ones along for a Christmas disco and party with the Doorstep Princesses! Two hours of fun, dancing, singing, games and festive cheer. Fancy dress encouraged! 10am-12pm 15th December (this session is particularly aimed at pre-schoolers only, please.) 12.30-2.30pm & 3-5pm on 19th December. 4pm-6pm on Wednesday 22nd December 2021 (this is aimed at children around 10 years old particularly) 1pm-3pm & 4-6 on 23rd December 2021. 4-6pm on Thursday 23rd December 2021 (this is aimed at children around 10 years old particularly) Tickets are £10.00 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult but you need not buy an adult ticket to attend. A maximum of two adults per family, please. Babies under 6 months come for free provided they are accompanying a paying sibling. Places are limited and we expect these to sell out as quickly as our Halloween discos, so please book early to avoid disappointment.bennettswillowbarn. merlintickets.co.uk

15-31 DECEMBER SLEEPING BEAUTY Regal Tenbury’s Annual Pantomime Tenbury’s very own professional panto to get the Christmas season off with a bang. Reviews from 2019 - “Wow what a fantastic pantomime. Probably one of the best I’ve ever been to. We are so lucky to have the regal and amazing pantomimes put on every Christmas time. We had a great time”. Tickets from £12.50.

16-19 DECEMBER HIMLEY’S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS PORTAL Himley Hall & Park, Himley Road, Himley, DY3 4DF Let us take you on an exciting journey to find the magic portal inside Himley Hall. Set in the beautiful courtyard at Himley Hall, you are invited to join us for an enchanting Christmas experience.On arrival you will be asked to take your seats in the festive lit marquees, enjoy alfresco hot chocolate and immerse yourself in the show, as children get to interact with Father Christmas live from the North Pole via a large screen. Find out if you’ve made the naughty or nice list, receive a bespoke Himley Hall gift and enjoy a Christmas food market, festive entertainment and vintage fairground. The show, including the interactive meeting with Father Christmas all takes place on a large screen. This event is set in the courtyard and grounds of Himley Hall so wrap up warm! For any queries regarding this event please email capa.events@dudley.gov.uk

PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY Museum of Royal Worcester Bring the kids or come with your friends and enjoy creative festive fun at the Museum of Royal Worcester Paintyour-own-Pottery Studio. Choose from

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a fabulous range of bisque, such as dog bowls, money boxes, mince pie plates, mugs, bird boxes, plus jolly Santa figures, Christmas tree dishes and festive decorations to make personalised Christmas or birthday gifts. Relax with refreshments and treat yourself to some creative therapy. We are open over Christmas and New Year, every weekend and school holidays. Discover our festive opening times and booking info at www.museumofroyalworcester.org

16-23 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL IN THE CLOISTER Worcester Cathedral, 8 College Yard Visit the glittering Christmas Tree Festival around the Cathedral ‘s medieval Cloister. The sparkling Christmas trees are innovatively and individually designed and decorated by local schools, charities, businesses and organisations. They are a wonderful sight to be enjoyed by all the family. Our Christmas Tree Festival is very popular and we recommend booking a timed entry slot to visit as we will limit the number of people in the Cloister. Tickets are available in 14 minute time slots starting at 10am up to the last entry of 4pm . Entry is free to see the Christmas Tree Festival, but donations are appreciated to help support our work. Please note that your timed entry slot is for the Christmas Tree Festival in the Cloister, other parts of the Cathedral will be open for visitors and other events as normal in the day time. Entrance is via the main north door, in College Yard, opposite the High Street. There may be the need to queue on arrival, either outside or inside the Cathedral, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

17 DECEMBER CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Bodenham Arboretum, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 5TB Traditional Christmas carols in the farmyard surrounded by the Nativity Scenes. Led by the Reverend Bridget Woodall. Starts at 5 pm Candlelight procession leaves the terrace at 5pm and heads to the barn for carols before heading back to the visitors centre for mulled wine and mince pies. £3.

17-18 DECEMBER MURDER MYSTERIES RETURN TO HAGLEY HALL We are very excited to announce the return of our famous Murder Mystery Dinners, just in time for your Christmas celebrations, on Friday 17th December and Saturday 18th December 2021. We will be showcasing TV’s biggest dance show, ‘Strictly Come Killing’ with a mysterious twist...join the judges, solve the crime and don’t forget to vote for your favourite!! Indulge in a glass of Prosecco (or non alcoholic alternative) and a sumptuous three course dining experience in our exquisite Long Gallery. Time: 7.00pm Drinks Reception 7.30pm Dinner Served Dress code: Sequins or Smart / Casual Tickets: £60. To book or for more information visit www.hagleyhall.com/whats-on

18 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS PRINTED DECORATIONS WORKSHOP Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum Join printer and illustrator Stephen Fowler to make fun Christmas motifs to decorate your tree and home. You will be able to design and etch your patterns and then print away! Drop in session (11am-2pm) This workshop is suitable for families

HEREFORD CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS FAIR Hereford Cathedral, 5 College Cloisters Cathedral Close, Hereford Over forty stallholders will be in Hereford cathedral on Saturday 18 December for their annual Christmas Fair. Featuring homemade produce, handcrafted items and plenty of gift ideas. At 12 noon there will be carol singing in Cathedral Close. Free Entry. 9:30am-4pm.

CRAFT FAIR The Guildhall, Worcestershire Genuine crafts people showcasing their work in a friendly atmosphere where the exhibitors are happy to talk about and where possible, demonstrate their craft all members of Craft in Action. Craft in Action is a non-profit making organisation run by a committee of elected members. All goods offered for sale are handmade by our exhibitors. helen.wallis@btopenworld.com

CHRISTMAS GONE CRACKERS Nunnery Wood High School, Worcester, WR5 2LT Wonderful school play. £10.00. 1:30pm.

18-19 DECEMBER BREAKFAST WITH SANTA! Churchfields Farm, Salwarpe, Droitwich WR9 0AF Make Christmas extra special for your little ones with a Churchfields Breakfast with Santa Experience! Start with a delicious farmers breakfast in our festive barn, then our elves will escort you to a very special, socially distanced, group audience with the big man himself. After some quality time with Father Christmas, the children can choose their own present to take home and keep them going until the big day! £8 NEW FOR 2021 – After your Breakfast with Santa, you can also visit the Churchfields Elves to write your special letter to Santa, make Reindeer Food and take part in our Festive Fairy Trail. Adults tickets include a Churchfields Farmers Breakfast with fruit juice, tea or filter coffee. The Children’s ticket includes Little Farmers Breakfast, juice and a present from Santa.

19 DECEMBER HATTIE WINDOWS CAROL CONCERT Bottles Worcester - Wine Bar & Merchants, 22-24 New Street Wind down and get into the Christmas spirit with beautiful vocals and classical piano techniques from Hattie Windows! Singing some of your best-loved Christmas favourites... And if you feel like it, sing along! From 7.30pm, Free Entry!

20 DECEMBER SANTA IN THE SNUG The Anchor Inn Wyre Piddle Santa will be at The Anchor on Monday 20th December from 2.30pm... he will bring presents and there will be a children’s tea party. £10 per child (cash payment in advance please) ...please let Jennie know of your interest ASAP so we can get the elves making the right number of presents.

CHRISTMAS GIFT DONATIONS BANK Howard Road, Redditch, B98 7SE We know how hard this past year has been, we are asking for you to join us in making Christmas 2021 EXTRA special. We are running a Christmas Gift bank for our office in Redditch. We kindly ask you to join us in donating Gifts small or large to be delivered by Santa Himself. All gifts welcome as we would like to cater to all ages. Simply drop your donations to Unit 11, Howard Road, Redditch, B98 7SE.

20-22 DECEMBER CRUMPLEBURY DOES CHRISTMAS FOR THE KIDS Crumplebury, Whitbourne Hall At Crumplebury, we love to take the party outdoors. Gather your smallest humans and join us for a magical Christmas adventure in the woods. Gather your smallest humans and join us for a magical Christmas adventure in the woods.

Wrapped up warm, we’ll set off on an enchanted woodland trail, spotting Mr Cuddles the Christmas turkey and his farm friends. Nestle into our outdoor theatre space for a spectacularly festive pantomime, then head to a secret glade where, at candlelit tables, you’ll feast on delicious hot food cooked on the back of the farm Landy. Watch out for forest fairies in the trees and welcome Santa to your table for the merriest of Christmas experiences before joining in with carols around the grand piano. Then it’s back to Crumplebury to warm up with hot chocolate and a festive glass of fizz or three for the grown-ups. Leave the shire with hearts full and homemade Christmas treats to take home, to enjoy over the holidays. Daytime and Twilight expriences available. Tickets from £35. www.crumplebury.co.uk

22 DECEMBER SANTA’S BEST EVER CHRISTMAS The Civic, Stourport, DY13 8UJ The Santa Show 2021: Santa’s Best Ever Christmas - the show where every child gets a present from Santa! Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new Christmas show… It’s always the most wonderful time of the year, full of peace and love, family and friends – so why does Santa think that this Christmas is going to be the best one ever… can you guess? Dotty the Elf thinks Santa is planning a surprise Christmas party, Pompom the Penguin thinks Santa has been making Christmas crackers,and Dasher the Reindeer thinks Santa has got their biggest Christmas tree ever – do you think they’re right? Or do the other reindeer know? They all seem very excited in their stable… It’s a family show most suitable for 2–7-year-olds, where every child will receive a specially wrapped present from Santa. Songs include children’s favourites Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Jingle Bells, The Hokey Cokey, The Twelve Days of Christmas, and many more! Special Offer £6 for a group of four.

22-24 DECEMBER BREAKFAST WITH SANTA! Churchfields Farm, Salwarpe, Droitwich WR9 0AF Make Christmas extra special for your little ones with a Churchfields Breakfast with Santa Experience! Start with a delicious farmers breakfast in our festive barn, then our elves will escort you to a very special, socially distanced, group audience with the big man himself. After some quality time with Father Christmas, the children can choose their own present to take home and keep them going until the big day! £8 NEW FOR 2021 – After your Breakfast with Santa, you can also visit the Churchfields Elves to write your special letter to Santa, make Reindeer Food and take part in our Festive Fairy Trail. Adults tickets include a Churchfields Farmers Breakfast with fruit juice, tea or filter coffee. The Children’s ticket includes Little Farmers Breakfast, juice and a present from Santa.

23 & 24 DECEMBER PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY Museum of Royal Worcester Bring the kids or come with your friends and enjoy creative festive fun at the Museum of Royal Worcester Paint-your-own-Pottery Studio. Choose from a fabulous range of bisque, such as dog bowls, money boxes, mince pie plates, mugs, bird boxes, plus jolly Santa figures, Christmas tree dishes and festive decorations to make personalised Christmas or birthday gifts. Relax with refreshments and treat yourself to some creative therapy. www.museumofroyalworcester.org.

27 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY Museum of Royal Worcester. Bring the kids or come with your friends and enjoy creative festive fun at the Museum of Royal Worcester Paint-your-own-Pottery Studio. Choose from a fabulous range of bisque, such as dog bowls, money boxes, mince pie plates, mugs, bird boxes, plus jolly Santa figures, Christmas tree dishes and festive decorations to make personalised Christmas or birthday gifts. Relax with refreshments and treat yourself to some creative therapy. www.museumofroyalworcester.org.

13-15 JANUARY 2022 JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Norton Parish Hall, WR5 2QB Norton Theatre Group present the classic tale of love and loss, good verses bad, a giant, a hero... and beans. Starts at 7:15pm. Ticket price £5-£8

05-15 JANUARY 2022 PANTO - DICK WHITTINGTON (OUR STAR THEATRE COMPANY) The Phoenix Theatre, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5HT Panto season is back! Join Dick and his feline friend help defend London Town from the evil King Rat in a brilliantly fun and frivolous pantomime adventure! Tickets from £10.