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Light up your Christmas in Cheshire
Cheshire is the place to be this Christmas!
There is so much happening in Chester and across the whole county.
If you are heading to Chester for a mini break or day out you will find a whole host of exciting events to enjoy including the famous Lanterns at Chester Zoo, fantastic parades, a fabulous performance at Storyhouse, an array of performances and activities the family can get involved in on the rows and more.
It's the perfect place to get all your Christmas shopping, especially as the Rows give you two shopping streets in one. Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet is just down the road giving you 140 designer brands with up to 60% off and Chester Christmas Market returns, where you will find a range of locally made gifts and treats.
If you are looking for somewhere for the perfect festive getaway, Cheshire has a lot to offer. Many of Cheshire's towns and villages are hosting their own festive events, some of Cheshire's woodlands and attractions will be coming alive at night with special festive light trails and panto season will be here with Aladdin, Peter Pan, Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty to name a few. Don't forget to check where Santa will be visiting this year, in Cheshire, it's not just his grottos he will be visiting.
Cheshire is known for its stately homes and gardens and many of them are hosting special events for the festive season, make sure you check them out and make a visit to one of Cheshire's quaint towns and villages with their streets all lit up, their independent shops and restaurants will be ready to welcome you with festive cheer.
Whether you are looking for a cosy cottage to host a few or a luxury hotel room just for two you can find some of the best places to stay in Chester and Cheshire this Christmas here.
* Please check opening times with individual attractions before your visit.
Christmas Offers

Expiry Date: 13th Dec 2025
Treat yourself to a boozy afternoon tea. All your favourite sweet treats and delicious sandwiches, plus your choice of Prosecco or draught beer. It’s 90 minutes of pure indulgence

Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2025
Have yourself a merry little Christmas with our festive-themed afternoon tea. Enjoy a host of seasonal treats and classic Christmas favourites mixed with some modern twists!

Expiry Date: 26th Dec 2025
Glass of sparkling white wine on arrival with a 4-Course Traditional Festive Luncheon.

Expiry Date: 26th Dec 2025
Join us for a Festive Cocktail on arrival before sitting down to enjoy a scrumptious 4-course Traditional Festive Luncheon, followed by freshly brewed coffee and mince pies.

Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2025
Have yourself a merry little Christmas with our homemade festive-themed afternoon tea.

Expiry Date: 25th Dec 2025
Take the stress out of the day and enjoy a Christmas feast with us.

Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2025
Indulge in a festive afternoon tea.

Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2025
Have yourself a merry little Christmas with our festive-themed afternoon tea. With a festive twist on our delicious traditional afternoon tea, you can indulge in warming winter cakes, seasonal sandwiches, and mulled wine.
Christmas Events

Dates: 12th Dec - 13th Dec 2025
Let us stop you right there. No need to look any further for your Christmas get together.

Lanterns and Light
Dates: 13th Nov - 3rd Jan 2026
The North West’s must-see festive light experience returns for 2025 - with more dates than ever before, and even more magic to discover.

Lapland Manchester
Dates: 13th Nov - 24th Dec 2025
In the depths of The Enchanted Forest, a secret magical world awaits...

Santa’s Enchanted Grotto
Dates: 21st Nov - 24th Dec 2025
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION: Chester's ever-popular Santa's Enchanted Grotto will be returning to Chester City Centre this Christmas, for it's fifth year!



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