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Christmas

Looking for something different this Christmas?

Come and enjoy some of our timeless places in Wiltshire this Christmas. There are many fun events and activities planned across the county, from Christmas Carol services to visits from Santa himself. 

Family-Friendly Christmas Events in Wiltshire

For a magical Christmas experience in Wiltshire that the whole family will enjoy, there are lots of festive options to choose from.

This year, Longleat's Festival of Light returns with an even more spectacular display! Explore iconic sights as you embark on a grand day out this Christmas as Longleat presents British Icons with Wallace & Gromit and friends! Meet fan-favourite characters from Shaun the Sheep, Chicken Run, Wallace & Gromit and more while you journey to some of the UK’s most famous landmarks.

Christmas at Stourhead is one to see this festive season, with a magical after-dark trail once again lighting up the magnificent National Trust gardens. There's also a spectacular Christmas illuminated trail taking place at Westonbirt, with Westonbirt Enchanted Christmas!

Christmas often isn’t complete without a festive trip to the theatre! Look out for Salisbury Playhouse annual performances, and be sure to keep an eye out on our What's On pages for a selection of family-friendly festive theatre taking place in Wiltshire.

Meet Father Christmas

Father Christmas has come all the way from Lapland to meet you! He will be in several places around the county and on the Wiltshire borders in Bath and Hampshire. Find out where to meet Santa in Wiltshire this Christmas and arrange a visit to see the big jolly man in red! 

Christmas Carols

Join in with the Christmas Carol Concerts and the Christmas services at parish churches across Wiltshire. 

Christmas Shopping in Wiltshire

Shop for an array of festive gifts from locally made crafts and delicacies across Wiltshire this Winter. There are lots of fantastic shopping opportunities in Wiltshire, from independent retailers to luxurious large shopping centres. 

And if you fancy the idea of making your own Christmas gifts, why not book a place on one of the upcoming wreath making and Christmas craft workshops?

So what are you waiting for?

This Christmas in Wiltshire is going to be a memorable occasion so why not come down, join in and create some fantastic memories for you and your family – we would love to see you!

Getting started is easy, have a look at the Christmas events taking place across Wiltshire at the bottom of this page, and start planning your festive visit.

With so much happening, why not make it a short break and enjoy even more of Wiltshire’s festivities this Christmas!

If you are organising an event that is of interest to visitors to Wiltshire and would like it to be featured on the VisitWiltshire website please click here.

Christmas Light Switch Ons

In many Wiltshire towns and villages, the start of the festive season begins when the Christmas lights are turned on. Take a look at when the Christmas lights will be switched on across Wiltshire to find out when beautiful festive decorations will come to the towns around the county. 

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  1. Christmas games in the Stableyard at Stourhead

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    Stourton, Warminster

    Have some festive fun in the Stableyard with Christmas-themed games.

    Take aim at the sprout shy, try your hand at the pudding toss, and pin the nose on the reindeer. Or get competitive with your friends and family at festive three in a row,…

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    Stourhead - National Trust, Salisbury

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    21 Nov 2025to23 Dec 2025
  2. Festive Chocolate Experience

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    Festive Signature Chocolate Experience at Hollychocs
    A deliciously creative evening of chocolate-making, tasting & Christmas indulgence

    Looking for a festive night out that's fun, luxurious, and hands-on? Join us for the Hollychocs Festive…

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    From:
    5 Dec 2025to5 Dec 2025
  3. The Festival of Light: British Icons

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    Warminster

    Explore iconic sights as you embark on a grand day out this Christmas as The Festival of Light presents British Icons with Wallace & Gromit and friends!

    Meet fan-favourite characters from Shaun the Sheep, Chicken Run, Wallace & Gromit and more…

    Venue

    Longleat Safari Park, West Wiltshire

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    From:
    8 Nov 2025to11 Jan 2026
  4. Afternoon Christmas Carols

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    Salisbury

    Gather friends, family or colleagues to enjoy this special event aimed at groups of five or more. Salisbury Cathedral Choir will perform much-loved carols and seasonal music for groups to join in and sing along with.

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    9 Dec 2025to9 Dec 2025
  5. From Darkness to Light: the Advent Procession

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    From Darkness to Light: the Advent Procession

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    Salisbury

    All are welcome to join us for this extraordinary, atmospheric service as over 1000 candles are gradually lit, to illuminate the medieval interior, taking us from darkness into light as we embrace the hope of Advent.

    Doors will be opened one hour…

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    Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, Salisbury

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    From:
    30 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
  6. RWB Choral Society Christmas Concert

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    Royal Wootton Bassett

    Please join us for our annual Christmas Concert. The choir will sing festive works by Bach, Chilcott and Rutter, and there will be some traditional carols for all to join in. Approx. duration 90 mins followed by refreshments. Free entry. Retiring…

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    8 Dec 2025to8 Dec 2025
  7. Christmas Day Lunch

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    Chippenham

    Celebrate Christmas Day with us and enjoy a traditional 3 Course Lunch with Tea or Coffee
    The perfect way to celebrate Christmas, without the stress of washing up or cooking

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    From:
    25 Dec 2025to25 Dec 2025
  8. Christmas at Stourhead

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    Warminster

    Step into a winter wonderland like no other as Christmas at Stourhead returns for 2025!

    Firmly established as one of the best Christmas events in the South West, Christmas at Stourhead is back for 2025 with an enchanting after-dark illuminated…

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    28 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
  9. Corsham's Wishing Tree

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    Corsham

    Take part in this free family-friendly event to enjoy some Christmas magic and community spirit.
    Come along to the Chapel Garden (next to the Newlands Road car park, between the Co-op and Grounded) and write down your Christmas wish, add to a…

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    29 Nov 2025to29 Nov 2025
  10. Story Time With Santa

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    Marlborough

    Santa is making a magical stop at The Merchant's House for not one, but two days of festive fun!
    He'll be taking a well-earned break from his North Pole travels to spend time with us on Saturday 29 November and again on Saturday 6 December, between…

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    The Merchant's House, Kennet

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    From:
    6 Dec 2025to6 Dec 2025
  11. Christmas Concerts under Concorde 11th & 12th December

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    Ilchester

    The much-loved Christmas Concert beneath the wings of Concorde returns to the Fleet Air Arm Museum in Yeovilton for 2025, taking place on Thursday 11th and Friday 12th December.
    Set in the iconic Hall Four beneath Concorde 002, guests will enjoy a…

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    From:
    11 Dec 2025to12 Dec 2025
  12. Christmas Giftwrapping Workshop

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    Foxham, Chippenham

    Learn simple, beautiful giftwrap techniques using greener materials ready to wrap for Christmas. In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover easy ways to wrap gifts that not only look amazing but are kinder to the planet too.

    Your tickets includes…

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    21 Nov 2025to21 Nov 2025
  13. Festive Afternoon Tea

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    Festive Afternoon Tea by Hollychocs
    Crafted by The Southwest's Chocolate Champion, Holly Garner

    Wrap yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Afternoon Tea, lovingly handcrafted by Holly Garner—founder of Hollychocs and The Southwest's…

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    14 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
  14. Carols by Candlelight

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    Carols by Candlelight

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    Salisbury

    For those seeking traditional carols, our beautiful Carols by Candlelight services are unmissable. Join us at these beautiful candlelit services featuring bible readings, favourite carols and choral works sung by our Cathedral Choir as they tell the…

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    Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, Salisbury

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    22 Dec 2025to22 Dec 2025
  15. Christmas Cheesy Bingo Friday

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    Christmas Cheesy Bingo Friday

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    Trowbridge

    It's like no game of bingo you've ever played before. The Cheesy Bingo Party brings you music, madness, sing-alongs, ridiculous prizes, a few surprises, and the craziest game of bingo you've ever played! And this time, it's Christmas!

    The host has…

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    5 Dec 2025to5 Dec 2025
  16. Christmas Market

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    Weyhill, Andover

    Enjoy the run up to Christmas with a delightful, festive shopping experience at the Hawk Conservancy Trust!

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    27 Nov 2025to29 Nov 2025
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    30 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
  17. Carols by Candlelight

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    Carols by Candlelight

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    Salisbury

    For those seeking traditional carols, our beautiful Carols by Candlelight services are unmissable. Join us at these beautiful candlelit services featuring bible readings, favourite carols and choral works sung by our Cathedral Choir as they tell the…

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    Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, Salisbury

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    23 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025
  18. Retro Themed Christmas Parties - Saturday

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    Trowbridge

    Retro Themed Christmas Parties

    We're heading back to the time of mix tapes and tinsel for the Ultimate Retro Christmas Party! Step back in time and celebrate Christmas the way it was.

    Join us on Friday 19th or Saturday 20th December, from 7:00 PM…

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    From:
    20 Dec 2025to20 Dec 2025
  19. Handel's Messiah

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    Handel's Messiah

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    Salisbury

    A Choral Foundation Concert: Handel's masterpiece Messiah at Salisbury Cathedral

    One of the most popular fixtures in our festive calendar, Handel's Messiah returns with the full Cathedral Choir joined by the City of London Sinfonia and four…

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    From:
    13 Dec 2025to13 Dec 2025
  20. From Darkness to Light: the Advent Procession

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    From Darkness to Light: the Advent Procession

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    Salisbury

    All are welcome to join us for this extraordinary, atmospheric service as over 1000 candles are gradually lit, to illuminate the medieval interior, taking us from darkness into light as we embrace the hope of Advent.

    Doors will be opened one hour…

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    Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, Salisbury

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    From:
    28 Nov 2025to28 Nov 2025
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