Christmas 2013 Local Events Calendar

Chris25

Area - Bristol
Event - Irving Berlin's White Christmas, The Musical
Dates - 19th November - 23rd November
Location - Bristol Hippodrome


Link - http://www.atgtickets.com/shows/white-christmas/bristol-hippodrome/

Chris25

Area - London

Event - Singalonga White Christmas
Dates - Sun 8th December -3:15pm & Thur 12th December -8:30pm
Location - PRINCE CHARLES CINEMA

Link - http://www.princecharlescinema.com/events/events.php?seasonanchor=whitechristmas

“May your days be merry and bright and may all your Christmases be white”
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Chris25

Area - Stratford-upon-Avon

Event - Christmas decorations workshop
Dates - 7th & 8th December, 10.10am - 12.00 noon
Location - The Shakespeare Centre

Link - http://www.daysoutguide.co.uk/event/christmas-decoration-workshop

Create your own beautiful decorations, all materials provided. Tickets £15, to book telephone 01789 292107

PasturesNew

Area - Bournemouth

Event: Christmas Market and Gardens of Light - some arty farty pods with light displays.
Dates: Saturday 16 November to 6 January 2014

Location: Bournemouth Lower Gardens

Link: http://www.makeitbournemouth.co.uk/gardens-of-light/

Cost: Free for the Christmas Market and to look at the arty farty stuff. Also (with costs) Ice rink (£8.50/adult for an hour) and a Santa Grotto (£4.50/child).

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Theatre & Panto

6th December – 5th January Jack and the Beanstalk Panto at Poole Lighthouse
Book 0844 4068666 www.lighthousepoole.co.uk

7th December – 5th January – Aladdin the Panto at Bournemouth Pavilion
Book 0844 576 3000 www.bic.co.uk

Saturday 7th December – At The Mowlem theatre, Swanage
The Bible: The Complete Word of God (Abridged)
From the makers of the Complete Works of William Shakespeare, not even the most sombre, uptight Scientologist could take offence at this snappy, slick and utterly entertaining show. This is an affectionate, if slightly irreverent rollercoaster ride from first fig leaf to Final Judgement.
Book 01929 422239 www.mowlemtheatre.com

Live Music

7th December 2pm – 4pm
Shottesford Peelers Handbells at Kingston Lacy (National Trust)

14th December 7.30pm
Belvedere Singers - Christmas Concert
St Mary’s Church, Swanage - in aid of Friends of Swanage Hospital www.belvederesingers.org.uk

18th December
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
HANDEL’S MESSIAH Conductor Christian Curnyn Soprano Rebecca Bottone
Performing at Poole Lighthouse Theatre
Please call the box office to book 0844 406 8666 www. lighthousepoole.co.uk

21st December
Last night of the Christmas Proms
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Performing at Poole Lighthouse Theatre
Please call the box office to book 0844 406 8666 www. lighthousepoole.co.uk

23rd December
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Christmas Carols
Performing at Poole Lighthouse Theatre
Please call the box office to book 0844 406 8666 www. lighthousepoole.co.uk

Shopping & Markets
Kingston lacy St Stephens Church Fete
Sunday 14th December at 1pm
A special Christmas Market at this Historical National Trust property

Swanage Christmas Market
Saturday 7th December
A special Christmas Market selling fresh produce, Christmas trees, wreaths, hand crafted gifts,Choir, singing carols and Father Christmas makes a special visit. Lights switch on 4.30pm

Bournemouth Christmas Market
15th November – 6th January
Held in the heart of Bournemouth in the Town Square and surrounding streets this festive extravaganza will be bursting at the seams with Christmas ambience.
The Bournemouth Christmas Festival will run from November until January

Other Christmas Activities
Outdoor Ice Skating, Bournemouth Lower Gardens - everyday in Dec as part of the Christmas 'Gardens of Light' festival. Various sessions available see www.bic.co.uk

Christmas Walk on Brownsea Island 1st December and 8th December Christmas Walks on Brownsea Island - 1st December 2013
Enjoy some peace and quiet amidst the busy preparations for Christmas" This is your opportunity to visit the island when it is usually closed and enjoy the breath-taking tranquillity of our winter wildlife. After your walk you can enjoy light refreshments and purchase some last minute gifts from their unique island shop.
£15 per person and booking is essential, 10.30am, Tel: 01202 707744

Christmas on the Quay, Poole - 1st December 2013
There is an evening of entertainment on Poole Quay with Father Christmas making an appearance. The local boats join in by decorating their boats with decorations and twinkling lights and there are prizes awarded for the best ones! There will also be carols under the Christmas tree, live music, mince pies, mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and a family fun activity area. From 4.30pm

Christmas Carol Train – Thurs 5th December

This unique evening will consist of a round trip journey on the restored and re-laid Purbeck line. Dep 6.30pm returns by 8.30pm Tickets cost £12 for adults and £4 for children, with a family ticket for £30 www.swanage-railway.co.uk. Tel 01929 425800 The event is expected to be oversubscribed so please book early

Wareham Christmas Festival Sunday 8th December

you could begin at the church of St. Martin’s on the Walls, Wareham. BH20 4AG. Enjoy an hour of festive singing at 3pm in the company of local group Canzonetta in the atmospheric setting of this tiny Saxon church. Finishing in time for you to walk down the road and watch the arrival of Father Christmas in Wareham.

Wareham Town Christmas celebrations start at 4.30pm – Christmas parade followed by Father Christmas arriving and climbing down the chimney of the Red Lion pub –The Wareham Father Christmas Parade is eagerly awaited every December. Organised by volunteer members of the Wareham Father Christmas Committee for over 50 years, this annual spectacle has become something of a local tradition and is eagerly awaited by children and their families. For any winter visitor to Purbeck, the parade is a must-see if you happen to be anywhere near Wareham on that particular day

Breakfast or Afternoon Tea with Father Christmas

Various dates at Compton Acres, Near Poole Compton Acres www.comptonacres.co.uk

Wartime Christmas Festival at Bovington Tank Museum, 7th & 8th December

Take a step back in time and discover how Christmas was celebrated during the two world wars and beyond; from the Christmas truce of 1914 to the frontline today. Celebrate Christmas on the Home Front, make wartime Christmas decorations, enjoy a variety of activities, traditional carols and music, meet Father Christmas and sample wartime Christmas foods as the Brass Band plays and the choir sings... Then enjoy our indoor Christmas Market; with over 70 traders offering local crafts and produce with Christmas treats and gift ideas for all www.tankmuseum.org

Chocolate Workshop
A selection of dates in December
The Purbeck chocolate company “Chococo” in Swanage run chocolate making workshops designed for children age 7 years +. Whilst the content will vary by season, amongst other things, they could get the chance to make and decorate their lollies, dip honeycombe chunks into chocolate, make popcorn truffles, and create their own chocolate pictures. Everyone takes their creations home
Booking Essential www.chococo.co.uk Tel 01929 421777

Festive Family Horse Rides
At Studland riding stables the horses get into the festive spirit by sporting their reindeer antlers!
Ride as a family or as a treat for the children - under 12's hang a stocking outside their horse's stable door and find little treats for them and their horse on their return!
Adult riders can enjoy mulled wine or fruit punch back at the yard.
This ride is suitable for all abilities.
Book direct 01929 450273 www.studlandstables.com

Christmas and New Years Eve Beach Rides
Start with a bacon sandwich and hot drink at Studland Riding Stable, then head to the beach for a fantastic ride. At the end of your ride, enjoy a glass of mulled wine or champagne. Non-riders can join in the experience by purchasing food and drink vouchers. This ride is suitable for competent riders only. Book direct 01929 450273 www.studlandstables.com

Santa Special Steam Trains
Various Times/Dates between 30th November – 24th December
Regarded by many as the most entertaining seasonal attraction in Dorset, magical services offeringChristmas Fun for the whole family with the opportunity to meet Santa
Booking Essential 01929 425800 www.swanagerailwaytickets.co.uk

A Caribbean Christmas at Studland Beach Cafe
21 dates between 2 December 2013 and 22 December 2013
Main Courses from£10.95 or special 2 & 3 course set menus available
More Information: Knoll Beach Cafe, 01929 450305, [EMAIL="studlandbeach@nationaltrust.org.uk"]studlandbeach@nationaltrust.org.uk[/EMAIL]

Special Christmas Dining Train - Wessex Belle
Dine in style behind a historic steam engine through two return trips on the beautiful Purbeck Line
Various dates in December - Booking Essential
Telephone 01929 425800 www.swanagerailwaytickets.co.uk

21st December - Winter Solstice at Corfe Castle
Rare opportunity to watch the sun rise on the shortest day of the year from the castle ruins. Open 7.15am - 9am. Cost £10 to include a voucher for a hot drink and a breakfast bap
Booking Essential 0844 249 1895

Boxing Day 26th December
Boxing Day Swim. Join other brave swimmers in Swanage for a dip in the Sea in aid of Cancare

Boxing Day House Party at The New Inn, Church Knowle - Free entry - full menu available, fun and games and Tom Jones tribute act - best to book ahead
Tel 01929 480357 www.newinn-churchknowle.co.uk

Chris25

PasturesNew wrote: »

Area - Bournemouth

Event: Christmas Market and Gardens of Light - some arty farty pods with light displays.

L.

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