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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 »9:00 am
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 »10:00 am
Bath College Open day (city centre campus)
An opportunity to visit the City Centre campus, talk to tutors about options, find out more about the facilities and learn about the support available.
Find out more »Santa Specials at Avon Valley Railway
Once onboard the whistle will sound and you’ll depart on your fifty minute train ride. Whilst travelling, you can enjoy a mince pie or festive biscuit and Santa will pass through the train greeting everyone. Then, when you return to Bitton Station each family group will meet Santa again and all good boys and girls […]
Find out more »Wiltshire College (Trowbridge) 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: Corsham
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 »Christmas at Dyrham Park
The house will be dressed with festive decorations from seven different eras from Tudor times right up to the 20th century including a new 1980s room filled with colour, fun and authentic items from the decade of decadence. Visitors can work out which room matches which period, helped by decorations, yuletide customs and objects, and […]
Find out more »12 Tales of a Georgian Christmas at No1 Royal Crescent
Visit the house at Christmas, see the rooms dressed for the festive season and enjoy the traditions and celebrations of a Georgian Christmas told through stories and poems throughout the house as part of the immersive experience. Under 18 free with accompanying adult.
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 »Festive New York Dog Trail at American Museum
An exciting dog trail with the delightful dogs from Alice Tait’s storybook No, Nancy, No! a Dog Chase in New York. Explore the American garden and find all the dogs in their Santa hats, using Alice’s beautifully illustrated map as your guide. With fun story-themed activities to collect at the end of the trail.
Find out more »Bath Share & Repair Cafe: Peasedown
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 »No1 Creators Club: Flower Power Collages at No1 Royal Crescent
Take inspiration from artist Mary Delany’s floral collages and make your own with a contemporary twist. Create beautiful sgraffito flowers or leaves and experiment with printing and collage to create a flower power collage. Suitable for ages 8-14 years.
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 »Christmas at Lacock Abbey
Willow reindeers will be prancing around the garden, the Bakehouse will be ready for Christmas post with a letter writing station and north pole postbox, and there will be Christmas trees twinkling in every corner. The Cloister will be hosting a Community Christmas Tree festival with trees decorated by local groups using handmade and upcycled […]
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 »Find Your Perfect Christmas tree at Aerospace Bristol
Frenchay Forestry will be selling their Christmas trees in the Aerospace Bristol car park and as a special offer, anyone who purchases a tree can claim 15% off anything in the gift shop when they show their receipt. Similarly, those who shop in the gift store can enjoy 10% off their Christmas tree by presenting […]
Find out more »10:30 am
Bath on Ice 2024
The perfect place to practice your skating and show off your moves! With wintery music, a cosy bar and seasonal drinks, be transported in to a winter wonderland.
Find out more »Christmas shopping in the Manger Barn at Lacock Abbey
Enjoy some festive retail therapy in a beautiful, historic setting. The High Street Shop is hosting a Christmas pop-up shop in the village's Manger Barn. Not usually open to the public, this historic space will be the setting for a sparkling Christmas ship, where you'll be able to buy quality, sustainable gifts and local artisanal […]
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 »A fairytale Christmas at Mompesson House
Fairytales meet a Victorian Christmas in this immersive storytelling experience, perfect for both the young and the young at heart. Discover the three bears' Christmas feast, follow Hansel's trail to the tea-room and listen to some fairy tales in the Library. Throughout Christmas there will be a free activity sheet to keep little minds occupied […]
Find out more »2:00 pm
Teen Yoga at the Dojo
Yoga sessions suitable for ages 14-16 years, equipment provided. Free but donations welcomed to support the Teen Yoga Foundation, Boys in Mind, Baby Check Bath and the YMCA.
Find out more »2:30 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 »4:30 pm
Concord after Hours Tour at Aerospace Bristol
Celebrate the 21st anniversary of Concorde’s final flight on 26th November 2003. The longest serving Concorde Captain, Colin Morris will share fascinating stories from his remarkable career, flying the supersonic passenger jet. There are three sections: On board Concorde to explore the forward cabin while hearing captivating stories about what it was like to fly […]
Find out more »5:00 pm
Bath Lights the Night
A musical tour of the city lit with handmade lanterns and giant puppets created by local schoolchildren and groups and accompanied by Jamma de Samba. The parade starts outside Sweet Little Things at 5.15pm before the procession sets off at 5.30pm. The event is free, and tickets for the concert in the Abbey at 6pm […]
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.
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