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8:00 am
Breakfast with Santa at Whitehall Garden Centre
Meet Santa and enjoy a delicious home cooked breakfast in The Herb Garden Restaurant. Children will be given their own festive gift to take home and enjoy. There is also the opportunity to take your photo with Santa after breakfast. Spaces are limited so early booking recommended. Adults go free (maximum of 4 adults/child). Adults are able to […]
Find out more »Mozartfest 2024
Annual festival created in 1991 and supported by the AM Purnell Charitable Trust presenting the classical music performed by world-renowned artists.
Find out more »9:00 am
St Mary’s Calne Open Morning
Open Days are a fantastic way of exploring the school and gain an understanding of life and opportunities at the School. Pre-registration is required; further details available online.
Find out more »SEND Sessions at Fox and Kit
A dedicated slot in the calm and curiosity led soft play space with calming lower volume music, easy ground floor access, zero judgement zone, lots of sensory toys and clean soft play equipment, an opportunity to build a support network with other parents.
Find out more »Wiltshire College (Castle Combe) Open Event
Visit the specialist Motorsport teaching centre for higher education, located track side at Castle Combe racecourse. The £1.25 million specialist facility provides an industry-standard environment for our students to learn in, enabling them to experience the real-life thrills and pressures of working in the motorsport arena.
Find out more »Dried Flower Workshop at Flourish
Make a trio of unique decorative baubles to decorate your home or to give as a stunning gift. All materials provided, choose from a huge selection of beautiful dried flowers and ribbons in different colours and styles. Suitable for all abilities, includes a welcome drink.
Find out more »9:30 am
Be a mathematician for the day at Wells Cathedral School
Open to pupils currently in Years 5 and 6, this will form the basis of maths scholarships for pupils going into Year 7 with truly exceptional mathematical ability and potential. Candidates enjoy a variety of activities as a taster of the kind of specialist classes that they would experience as part of the Specialist Mathematics […]
Find out more »10:00 am
Wiltshire College (Lackham) Open Event
An opportunity to visit the College and discover the range of courses, tour the facilities, meet tutors, and speak to student services about funding, transport, careers advice and learning support. Please register to reserve your place.
Find out more »Wiltshire College (Chippenham) Open Event
An opportunity to visit the College and discover the range of courses, tour the facilities, meet tutors, and speak to student services about funding, transport, careers advice and learning support. Please register to reserve your place.
Find out more »Bath Share & Repair Cafe: Farmborough
A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.
Find out more »American Road Trip at the American Museum
Celebrating a journey through the diversity of American landscapes, history and culture in this contemporary, immersive experience, where visitors join in and share their own stories. There will be large-scale-travel games, theatrical sets, and an array of American road-trip memorabilia, as well a chance to get up close to an original 1958 Harley Davidson Duo […]
Find out more »Bath Share & Repair Cafe: Weston
A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.
Find out more »Find the Flock at Bristol Zoo Project
Family art trail to find twelve ewe-nique sculptures at locations across the zoo. It’s the perfect festive activity, free for visitors and packed full of baa-rilliant adventures! In collaboration with Aardman, and in partnership with global art producer, Wild in Art, each sculpture, standing at 160cm tall, has been individually designed by artists from across […]
Find out more »Interactive Nature Trail with Dorothy House Hospice
Through its seasons, nature reminds us of the fragility of life and offers peace and solace from sadness and overwhelm. The interactive nature trail aims allow anyone wishing to find a wellbeing space to reflect in nature, or to find serenity in grief. Take a pause and learn more about the bio-diverse species found in the meadows, […]
Find out more »Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition at the American Museum
The Unforgettable Behaviour exhibition showcases 39 photographs from previous Wildlife Photographer of the Year collections, displaying some of the most incredible animal behaviour moments ever captured on camera. The photos show an extraordinary range of surprising, and often deeply moving, acts by animals. They have been chosen to allow visitors to connect with animals they […]
Find out more »Fly a Bird group experience at The Bird of Prey Project
See the resident falcons, hawks and owls and enjoy a flying display (11am and 2:30pm), see three different species in the sky with commentary from one of the team. Tickets are valid for the whole day, to allow you to come and go as many times as you like.
Find out more »Being There Exhibition at No1 Royal Crescent
Featuring four Thomas Gainsborough portraits and 18 contemporary artists, the first in a new programme of contemporary art exhibitions. The paintings will be presented as key components of a group exhibition of portraiture featuring 18 contemporary British artists selected by guest curator Ingrid Swenson MBE. The exhibition is intended for reflection on the experience of […]
Find out more »10:30 am
Young Curators Club at Wiltshire Museum
Suitable for 8-13 year olds focused around current collections and exhibitions to look at archaeology, history, natural history and art, and take part in practical activities such as archaeological recording, experiments, art, and walks to local archaeological sites.
Find out more »11:00 am
Dragons, Dragons, Dragons at the Museum of East Asian Art
Aa family-focused exhibition, showcasing over 60 dragon-themed objects from the Museum’s collection. Explore the stories and symbolism of dragons across China, Japan, and Korea through our family-friendly activities. Design your own dragon to hang in the ‘Dragon Gallery’; write your own dragon myth; and learn more about their history through the Fun Facts Trail and […]
Find out more »Dragons, Dragons, Dragons at the Museum of East Asian Art
Aa family-focused exhibition, showcasing over 60 dragon-themed objects from the Museum’s collection. Explore the stories and symbolism of dragons across China, Japan, and Korea through our family-friendly activities. Design your own dragon to hang in the ‘Dragon Gallery’; write your own dragon myth; and learn more about their history through the Fun Facts Trail and […]
Find out more »Festive Origami at the Museum of East Asian Art
Get creative with festive origami activity to make beautiful decorations or gifts for the winter season. Learn how to make stars, snowmen, stockings, and more! No booking needed, drop-in activity.
Find out more »Bath Charity and Community Fair at Elim Church
Remind UK Bath, Achieve together Educational Day Services, Genesis Trust, Grow for Life, Wiltshire Air Ambulance, Bath Cats and Dogs Home and The Peggy Dodd Centre offering the chance to meet, chat, enjoy a snack, look, browse and buy from charities and community organisations. In addition, there will be a Grand Prize Draw with a […]
Find out more »11:30 am
Chiffonade at the egg
A planetary sphere rolls across the stage. Or is it an ark or is it a cocoon? The dancer explores the big wide world, one hand, one foot, one head at a time, until she is brave enough to emerge. Somewhere between dream and reality, full of emotions, and as colourful as life itself, Chiffonade […]
Find out more »2:30 pm
Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show at Komedia
Science like you have never seen it before designed for children and adults . The show explores the strange and magical properties of matter, featuring exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins, and even howling jelly babies! Suitable for ages 5+ years.
Find out more »Mary Poppins at Bristol Hippodrome
Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs. Suitable for ages 7+ years.
Find out more »Mary Poppins at Bristol Hippodrome
Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs. Suitable for ages 7+ years.
Find out more »6:00 pm
Festive Bauble Painting Workshop at Flourish
Paint four ceramic baubles with designs of your choice whilst enjoying some live music and a glass of fizz. In addition, the Cafe will be open to purchase snacks, mince pies or festive bakes. Your baubles will then be glazed and fired by our team of potters, ready to hang on your tree and treasured […]
Find out more »7:30 pm
Mary Poppins at Bristol Hippodrome
Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs. Suitable for ages 7+ years.
Find out more »Mary Poppins at Bristol Hippodrome
Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs. Suitable for ages 7+ years.
Find out more »8:00 pm
Krater Comedy Club at Komedia
An opportunity to see three stand-up acts along with a compere - from familiar faces to rising stars, different performers every week. In addition, tickets include club night entry to The Big Disco after the show.
Find out more »8:30 pm
Silent Disco at the Guildhall
A unique night of music, dancing, and unforgettable experiences in the Banqueting Room. Attendees will have the opportunity to dance to a diverse selection of music across two live channels, as well a pre-set playlist, catering to fans of everything from pop classics and rock anthems to Britpop hits. With DJs spinning everything from Bon […]
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