Christmas in Chester & 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 of the Snow Queen at Storyouse, an array of performances and activities the family can get involved in on the rows at the Rows Bazaar 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 it's the 10th anniversary of the Chester Christmas Market 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, Dick Whittington and Sleeping Beauty coming 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.

This is just a taste of some of the places you can visit this festive season, find out everything happening this Christmas in Chester and Cheshire below and dont't forget to check out some fantastic festive offers here:

* Please check opening times with individual attractions before your visit.