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πŸ•―οΈ Candlelight Carols, Cosy Grottoes & a Tipple or Two

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Good Afternoon Bucks,

The festive buzz is picking up speed, and the county is packed with events that promise charm, cheer and a touch of winter wonder. From sparkling shows to family favourites, it’s a perfect moment to dive into the season. Settle in and take a look at what’s happening nearby.

  • 🐰 Visit Santa And Peter Rabbit At Centre:mk – All week at Centre:mk
  • 🧊 Willen On Ice – All week at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes
  • πŸ•―οΈ Carols By Candlelight – St Peters – Sunday at St Peters, Loudwater
  • 🍷 Amersham Wine Club – Blind Wine Tastings – Thursday at The Crown Inn, Old Amersham
  • πŸŽ… Santa’s Grotto At MK Museum – Friday to Sunday at Milton Keynes Museum

If you're looking for even more events than we can squeeze into this newsletter, you can always

πŸŽ„ Christmas Activities
MON
8
DEC
English Sinfonia – A Winter Waltz

πŸ“ The Elgiva, Chesham

πŸ“… Monday From 7:30pm - Β£21

Join English Sinfonia for delightful festive favourites from Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi, Gershwin, Grieg and much more – plus some beloved Christmas carols!

WED
10
DEC
Visit Santa And Peter Rabbit At Centre:mk

πŸ“ Centre:mk

πŸ“… All week

Visit Santa this Christmas at centre:mk and experience the brand-new tale of Peter Rabbit and Friends, in a heartwarming new festive adventure!

WED
10
DEC
Willen On Ice

πŸ“ Willen Lake, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… All week

This festive season head to Willen Lake for chills, thrills, and icy adventures at Milton Keynes’ most popular park.

WED
10
DEC
Festive Shopping At Kew Little Pigs

πŸ“ Kew Little Pigs, Amersham

πŸ“… Wednesday & Friday - Β£6.13

Join us for a chance to shop for your Christmas goodies!

THU
11
DEC
Floral Street Christmas Scentschool

πŸ“ John Lewis, High Wycombe

πŸ“… Thursday - Β£10

Join Floral Street and learn about their fine fragrances and discover their sustainably sourced hero ingredients.

THU
11
DEC
Festive Afternoon Tea In Aid Of Scannappeal

πŸ“ Ballinger War Memorial Hall, Great Missenden

πŸ“… Thursday 1:30pm-4:30pm - Β£20

Join us for a delightful festive afternoon tea - the perfect way to enjoy time with friends or treat someone special just before Christmas.

FRI
12
DEC
Lap Of Lights

πŸ“ Silverstone

πŸ“… Friday to Sunday - Β£50

Start your engine and let lights lead the way.

FRI
12
DEC
Santa's Grotto At MK Museum

πŸ“ Milton Keynes Museum

πŸ“… Friday to Sunday - Β£16

Join Father Christmas, Mrs Claus and their merry elves as they transform the Milton Keynes Museum grounds into a magical grotto.

FRI
12
DEC
Victorian Christmas At MK Museum

πŸ“ Milton Keynes Museum

πŸ“… Friday to Sunday

Step into the magic of Christmas, discover the sights, scents, and sounds of the season at your local Museum.

FRI
12
DEC
Gingerbread House Family Decorating Party

πŸ“ Reading Room, Chalfont St Giles

πŸ“… Friday & Sunday From 3:30pm - Β£14.79

Bring your family and spend time together decorating a prebuilt gingerbread house. Sweets and hot chocolate provided.

FRI
12
DEC
St Peters Light Trail

πŸ“ St Peters, Loudwater

πŸ“… Friday 4pm-6pm - Free

Come and see St Peters Christmas Light trail. There will be a treasure hunt and activity sheet to complete with prizes!

SAT
13
DEC
Father Christmas At Bletchley Park

πŸ“ Bletchley Park

πŸ“… Saturday & Sunday

Home What's On Vintage Christmas Grotto Vintage Christmas Grotto Book Now Come visit Father Christmas at Bletchley Park and uncover some secrets….

SAT
13
DEC
Christmas Family Fun Day In Oving Aylesbury

πŸ“ Oving Village Hall, Aylesbury

πŸ“… Saturday 12pm-3pm - Free

Oving Christmas Fun Day – A Festive Afternoon for All Ages.

SUN
14
DEC
Christmas Wine Tasting At The Orangery

πŸ“ Feisty Beer Co Ltd, Bourne End

πŸ“… Sunday 5pm-8pm - Β£28

Come join us for a festive evening of sipping on delicious wines at The Orangery this Christmas season!

 
Marlow's Live Christmas Advent Calendar

Discover Marlow’s Live Christmas Advent and see which shop is offering something special each day. Explore daily treats, giveaways and offers from 1st–24th December and enjoy the magic of local Christmas shopping.

🎑 Family Fun
WED
10
DEC
Christmas Cracker At Odds Farm Park

πŸ“ Odds Farm Park

πŸ“… All week

Experience the magic as you journey through a winter wonderland to the North Pole and enjoy a special, heartwarming visit with Father Christmas in his cosy grotto.

WED
10
DEC
Land Of Lights At Gulliver’s Resort

πŸ“ Gulliver's Resort, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… All week

Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way.

FRI
12
DEC
Mucky Ducks Amersham

πŸ“ Jubilee Hall, Amersham

πŸ“… Friday 10:30am-11:30am - Β£11

Mucky Ducks is ENTIRELY edible messy play for little ones aged 6 months and beyond!

SAT
13
DEC
Santa's Secret Grotto

πŸ“ GXCA, Gerrards Cross

πŸ“… Saturday & Sunday

Join us on a magical journey to meet Santa in his Secret Grotto.

SAT
13
DEC
Breakfast With Santa...

πŸ“ The Bull Hotel, 64 High Street, Stony Stratford

πŸ“… Saturday 10am-2:30pm - Β£15

Breakfast with Santa at The Bull Hotel – Stony Stratford.

SAT
13
DEC
Santa And The Pigs

πŸ“ Kew Little Pigs Farm, Old Amersham High Street

πŸ“… Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm - Β£20

Santa is bringing joy to the farm this festive season.

SUN
14
DEC
Breakfast With Santa

πŸ“ Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre

πŸ“… Sunday From 9:30am

Enjoy a magical festive meal with Santa - breakfast or lunch available, plus a chance to meet his reindeer!

SUN
14
DEC
Lunch With Santa

πŸ“ Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre

πŸ“… Sunday From 12pm

Enjoy a magical festive meal with Santa - breakfast or lunch available, plus a chance to meet his reindeer!

 
🎢 Christmas Carol Concerts
WED
10
DEC
Classic Christmas Carols In The Courtyard

πŸ“ The King's Head, Aylesbury

πŸ“… Wednesday From 6:30pm

St Mary’s Church Choir will be performing in our cobbled courtyard.

SAT
13
DEC
West Wycombe Chamber Choir - Christmas Concert

πŸ“ St Lawrence Church, United Kingdom, HP14 3AH

πŸ“… Saturday From 7pm - Free

West Wycombe Chamber Choir invite you join us at our 2025 Christmas Concert in the vitruvian splendour of St Lawrence's Church, West Wycombe (The 'Golden Ball').

SUN
14
DEC
Carols At The Tree Cathedral

πŸ“ The Tree Cathedral, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Sunday 2pm-5pm - Free

Join The Parks Trust at the Tree Cathedral for their annual FREE Christmas carolling event.

SUN
14
DEC
Carols By Candlelight - St Peters

πŸ“ St Peters, Loudwater

πŸ“… Sunday 6pm-8pm - Free

Traditional carol service followed by mince pies and mulled wine.

SUN
14
DEC
Carol Concert At St Mary's Church, Hedgerley

πŸ“ St Mary the Virgin Church, Hedgerley

πŸ“… Sunday 6:30pm-7:30pm - Free

Come join us for a festive Carol Concert at St Mary's Church in Hedgerley. Mince pies and mulled wine will be served after the service.

 
Amersham: A Town Between Time

Discover Amersham, a historic Chilterns town where medieval streets, riverside charm, and centuries of industry meet modern life. Explore its heritage, museums, and scenic walks.

🎁 Christmas Markets
WED
10
DEC
Waddesdon Christmas Fair

πŸ“ Waddesdon Manor

πŸ“… Wednesday to Saturday 12pm-7pm

Join us for an enchanting Christmas fair at Waddesdon Manor.

SAT
13
DEC
Soho Equestrian Christmas Artisan Shopping

πŸ“ Hedgers Memorial Hall, Kiln Lane

πŸ“… Saturday 10:30am-4pm

A relaxed day of festive shopping, mince pies, mulled wine and timeless equestrian style.

SAT
13
DEC
Danesfield Christmas Fair

πŸ“ Danesfield House

πŸ“… Saturday 11am-3pm - Β£2.50

Join the twinkling lights, mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and festive cheer of this magical event.

 
πŸ₯˜ Food & Drink
WED
10
DEC
Christmas At Waddesdon

πŸ“ Waddesdon Manor

πŸ“… All week - Β£15.50

Join Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild and his beloved dog, Poupon, on a festive trans-European tour, exploring the unique holiday traditions that light up each country’s winter season.

THU
11
DEC
Amersham Wine Club - Blind Wine Tastings

πŸ“ The Crown Inn, Old Amersham

πŸ“… Thursday 7pm-9pm - Β£25

Amersham Wine Club helps you discover wines you truly enjoy through fun, blind tastings that strip away labels, price tags, and pretence.

FRI
12
DEC
Waddesdon Manor Festive Feast

πŸ“ Waddesdon Manor

πŸ“… Friday From 7pm - Β£165

Celebrate the festive season at Waddesdon with an evening of fine dining at our Festive Feast,.

SAT
13
DEC
Authentic Japanese Sushi Making Workshop In High Wycombe

πŸ“ The Front Room, High Wycombe

πŸ“… Saturday 11am-12:30pm - Β£45

Join this enjoyable, 90-minute interactive Sushi Making Class where you'll learn to craft 4 types of authentic sushi.

 
πŸ—» Outdoor Events
TUE
09
DEC
Bradwellβ€˜s Downtown Dazzling Dash Scavenger Hunt

πŸ“ 69 North 9th Street Milton Keynes

πŸ“… All week From 8am

More information and scavenger hunts by Let's Roam: https://www.letsroam.com/scavenger_hunt/downtown-bradwell--scavenger-hunt.

THU
11
DEC
Let's Walk - Industrial History Of Tring Reservoirs And Local Canals

πŸ“ Startop’s End Car Park, Tring

πŸ“… Thursday 10:30am-1:30pm - Free

Let's Walk is a way to get more active, meet new people and discover your local area by the water. Ours walks are free, fun and friendly.

SAT
13
DEC
Meet Outside - Stroll & Chat - Wendover Woods

πŸ“ Wendover Woods

πŸ“… Saturday 9:30am-11am - Free

Informal wellbeing stroll and chat at Wendover Woods.

 
🍎 Markets
🎡 Live Music

Stony Harmonies Singing Group - Tuesday 12:45pm-2:15pm at York House Centre, Stony Stratford

Stony Music Makers - Wednesday 9:30am-10:15am at Stony Stratford Library

Loosley Row Christmas Fayre - Wednesday 3pm-8:30pm at Lower Road, Princes Risborough

The Collaboration Choir - Wednesday 7:30pm-9pm at Oakgrove Primary School, Milton Keynes

Fairford Leys Community Choir - Thursday 10:30am-12:30pm at Fairford Leys Church, Faiford Leys, HP19 7HT

Aylesbury Lunchtime Music - Thursday from 12:45pm at St Mary's Church, Aylesbury

Zebra Jazz Jam - Thursday from 7:30pm at King's Arm Pub, Tring

Wendover Choral Society - Thursday 7:45pm-9:45pm at St Mary's Church, Wendover

Live Music At Cuba - Friday & Saturday from 6pm at RevoluciΓ³n de Cuba Milton Keynes

Christmas Parade - Saturday 10:45am-12pm at Chandos Road, Buckingham

Catch 22 Jams At Ginger Wings Ft. Jack Sandison - Saturday 9pm-11pm at Ginger Wings, Marlow

Vaults Acoustic Music Workshop - Sunday from 12:30pm at The Vaults Bar, High Street, Stony Stratford

Jamie Bruce At The Jolly Cricketers - Sunday 5pm-7pm at The Jolly Cricketers, Seer Green, Bucks

Carolfest 2025 - Sunday from 6pm at St Mary's Church, Aylesbury

 
πŸ€” Quizes
⚽️ Sports & Exercise

Disc Golf - All week 8am-5pm at Wendover Woods

Elgiva Pantomime – Jack And The Beanstalk - All week at The Elgiva, St Mary's Way, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 1HR, United Kingdom

Laser Tag At Wendover Woods - Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm at Wendover Woods

Olney Walk and Talk - Saturday from 10:30am at The Olney Centre

Cycling Santas Mk - Saturday 10:30am-12pm at Station Square, Central Milton Keynes

πŸƒ Running

Aylesbury Park Run - Saturday from 9am at Quarrendon & Meadowcroft Community Centre

Buckingham Park Run - Saturday from 9am at Bridge Street Skate Park, Cornwalls Meadow, Buckingham

Milton Keynes Park Run - Saturday from 9am at Willen Lake

Linford Wood Park Run - Saturday from 9am at Linford Wood

Wycombe Rye Park Run - Saturday from 9am at The Rye

Wendover Woods Park Run - Saturday from 9am at Wendover Woods

Higginson Park Run, Marlow - Saturday from 9am at Higginson Park, Marlow

Church Mead Park Run Amersham - Saturday from 9am at Church Mead, Amersham

🏸 Badminton

Aylesbury and District Rainbow Badminton Club - Wednesday 8pm-9:45pm at John Colet School

Aylesbury Pheonix Badminton Club - Thursday 7:30pm-10pm at Aylesbury High School

⚽️ Football

Walking Football With The Wycombe Wanderers Foundation - Tuesday & Thursday at Wycombe High School, Marlow Rd, High Wycombe, HP11 1TB

MK Walkers Football - Thursday 6:30pm-8pm at The Pavilion, Woughton on the Green, MK6 3EA

πŸ’ƒ Dance

All-level, Adult-Only Street Dance Classes - Thursday 6pm-7pm at St. Mary’s Centre, Haddenham

All-level, Adult-Only Burlesque Dance Classes - Friday 7pm-8pm at St. Mary’s Centre, Haddenham

🏊 Swimming

Intermediate Women Only Casual Swim Sessions - Tuesday 7:40pm-8:40pm at Aylesbury Grammar School

Beginner Women Only Swimming Aylesbury - Wednesday 7:40pm-8:40pm at Aylesbury Grammar School

 

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