{"id":50,"date":"2022-11-17T08:00:08","date_gmt":"2022-11-17T08:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.helpfulholidays.co.uk\/blog\/?p=50"},"modified":"2023-12-18T12:13:49","modified_gmt":"2023-12-18T12:13:49","slug":"christmas-events-in-somerset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.helpfulholidays.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-events-in-somerset\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Events in Somerset 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

Prepare for festive fun at these Christmas events in Somerset!<\/span><\/big><\/strong><\/p>\n

Celebrate Christmas in a Somerset holiday cottage<\/a> and enjoy a packed itinerary at the many local Christmas activities in Somerset this year.<\/p>\n

From outdoor ice rinks to Santa\u2019s grottos, there\u2019s something for everyone to enjoy in Somerset this Christmas.<\/p>\n

Read our list of Somerset Christmas events for endless Xmas excitement\u2026<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Christmas at Kilver Court<\/h3>\n
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Image credit: Kilver Court<\/p><\/div>\n

This Somerset Christmas event is at the beautiful Kilver Court<\/strong>, around a 30-minute drive from Bath<\/a> in Shepton Mallet.<\/p>\n

Kilver Court has its origins in high fashion; it was the original headquarters of the Mulberry empire. Nowadays it has three excellent retail outlets including Mulberry, Toast and Yves Delorme.<\/p>\n

This Pop-Up Christmas event in Somerset will be a feast of food, fashion, interiors and plenty more.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll find quality products and gift ideas here, and the stunning Kilver Court Gardens with be open for the duration of the Pop-Up Christmas event.<\/p>\n

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When:<\/strong> Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd December, 10am \u2013 5pm<\/p>\n

More information:<\/strong> Kilver Court website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Winterlights at West Somerset Railway<\/h3>\n
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Image credit: West Somerset Railway<\/p><\/div>\n

Enjoy a magical journey this Christmas in Somerset on the West Somerset Railway<\/strong>. Returning once again is the amazing Winterlights event.<\/p>\n

Take a seat aboard the illuminated train and embark on a brilliant winter adventure. The woodlands and surrounding scenery have been transformed into displays that shine and glow!<\/p>\n

This Somerset Christmas event is a great day out for all ages and is perfect for families.<\/p>\n

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When:<\/strong> Friday 18th November to Saturday 31st December<\/p>\n

More information:<\/strong> West Somerset Railway website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Planet Ice Bristol<\/h3>\n
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Image credit: Cribbs Causeway<\/p><\/div>\n

Ice skating is a great Christmas activity in Somerset to enjoy! This fantastic ice rink arena opened in October 2021.<\/p>\n

Set in the popular Cribbs Causeway retail park, this awesome ice rink is on the doorstep of over 150 stores, ideal for any last minute Christmas shopping.<\/p>\n

Skate with Santa every weekend throughout December too!<\/p>\n

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More information:<\/strong> Planet Ice Bristol winter<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Bath on Ice and Glow Golf<\/h3>\n

Wrap up warm for this festive Christmas event in Somerset in the heart of Bath. Bath on Ice returns to Royal Victoria Park, with 1,000 square metres of smooth ice, it\u2019s bigger than ever!<\/p>\n

For those who are more Bambi on ice rather than Torvill and Dean, there\u2019s another fantastic Somerset Christmas pop-up next door. Enjoy a round of adventure golf at Glow Golf, decked out with mesmerising light installations.<\/p>\n

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When:<\/strong> Saturday 12th November to Tuesday 3rd January<\/p>\n

More information:<\/strong> Bath on Ice website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole<\/h3>\n

Enjoy a trip to Wookey Hole<\/strong> and experience their amazing Somerset Christmas event, Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole!<\/p>\n

Come and see the magical caves illuminated with Christmas characters on an amazing tour. Little ones will be greeted by elves before meeting Santa himself. Each child can then choose a present from Santa\u2019s Toy Factory.<\/p>\n

For more Somerset Christmas fun, head to the spectacular circus-themed Christmas show Elf of the Shelf, performed in Wookey Hole Theatre.<\/p>\n

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When:<\/strong> Every weekend in December, Saturday 17th to 24th December, Tuesday 27th December to Sunday 1st January.<\/p>\n

More information:<\/strong> Wookey Hole website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Accommodation for your Christmas events in Somerset<\/h2>\n

Embrace the winter delights of a Somerset Christmas at one of the many beautiful holiday cottages with Helpful Holidays.<\/p>\n

For those seeking a scenic, coastal break, head to a Minehead holiday cottage<\/a> for brisk walks on the beach in winter. Or head into the Exmoor National Park to a Porlock Weir cottage<\/a> and be just a stone\u2019s throw from the wilderness and enchantment of Exmoor<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Be in the midst of the Somerset Christmas action in a North Somerset<\/a> cottage. Explore towns and villages like Wells, Glastonbury, Burnham-on-Sea and of course the beautiful city of Bristol.<\/p>\n